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Your Trusted Dentist in Los Altos, CA
Our dental practice is dedicated to restoring and enhancing smiles through conservative, state-of-the-art procedures. We maintain a standard of excellence in personalized care, offering comprehensive treatment planning and utilizing restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve optimal dental health. Our team prioritizes preventative care and education, emphasizing thorough exams, oral cancer screenings, and x-rays when necessary.We strictly adhere to infection control protocols recommended by the ADA, OSHA, and CDC. With over 30 years of advanced post-doctoral education, our dentist incorporates cutting-edge technology like digital x-rays and air abrasion to ensure patient comfort. We focus on building trust through individualized attention and strive to make every visit comfortable and positive, offering emergency care and 24/7 availability.
Services
Cleanings & Exams
Cosmetic Dentistry
Restorations
Periodontal Care
Emergency Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Dental Implants
Root Canal Therapy
Pediatric Dentistry
Porcelain Veneers
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of advanced dental expertise and continuing education.
- Our practice utilizes digital x-rays and air abrasion for precision care.
- We prioritize personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Emergency dental services are available 24/7 for urgent care situations.
- Our team emphasizes patient comfort through gentle, anxiety-reducing techniques.
What people say
Professional and thorough
Trust dental health
Expertise in craft
Welcoming and considerate
Excellent staff
Services
Dental Exams & Cleanings
Our comprehensive exams include diagnostic x-rays, oral cancer screenings, and gum disease evaluation. Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup while polishing teeth for optimal oral health. Regular checkups help detect issues early, ensuring long-term dental wellness through preventative strategies tailored to each patient's needs.
Cosmetic Dentistry
We offer bonding, veneers, and teeth whitening to improve smile aesthetics. These treatments address discoloration, chips, gaps, and misshapen teeth using minimally invasive techniques. Our goal is to create natural-looking results that boost confidence while maintaining dental functionality and long-term durability.
Restorative Dentistry
From fillings to crowns and implants, we restore damaged or missing teeth with biocompatible materials. Treatments include composite fillings, porcelain crowns, and fixed bridges that mimic natural tooth structure. Our approach preserves maximum healthy tissue while rebuilding proper chewing function and smile integrity.
Periodontal Treatment
We diagnose and treat gum disease through deep cleanings, antibiotic therapy, and maintenance programs. Early intervention prevents bone loss and systemic health complications linked to periodontal infections. Customized treatment plans address each patient's specific gum health requirements using evidence-based methodologies.
Emergency Dentistry
Our practice provides immediate attention for dental trauma, severe pain, or broken teeth. Emergency services include same-day appointments for cracked teeth, knocked-out teeth, and infection management. We prioritize rapid relief while implementing long-term solutions for dental emergencies.
People
Dr. John Licking
Dentist
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Licking maintains advanced post-doctoral education in dental technology. He utilizes digital x-rays, air abrasion, and laser cavity detection for precise treatments. His practice focuses on conservative care, gum disease prevention, and whole-body health connections while emphasizing patient comfort and emergency availability.
Questions
How often should I schedule dental checkups?
We recommend biannual exams and cleanings, though some patients may require more frequent visits based on individual dental health needs.
What cosmetic treatments improve smile appearance?
We offer bonding, veneers, teeth whitening, and crowns to address discoloration, chips, gaps, and misshapen teeth using minimally invasive techniques.
How does gum disease affect overall health?
Untreated periodontal disease increases risks for heart disease, diabetes complications, and pregnancy issues through bacterial bloodstream transmission.
What emergency dental care options exist?
Our 24/7 practice handles knocked-out teeth, cracked teeth, and severe pain with same-day appointments and immediate treatment solutions.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We work with patients to maximize insurance benefits while offering CareCredit financing for treatment affordability.
