Business Details
41 Years
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Emergency
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Award-Winning Dental Care in Los Angeles
Westside Dental Associates has been dedicated to enhancing smiles in Los Angeles for over 40 years. Founded in 1985, our practice combines decades of expertise with advanced training and cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional dental care. Our team prioritizes patient comfort, offering a wide range of services from routine checkups to complex restorative and cosmetic procedures. We are committed to personalized care, serving patients of all ages and providing flexible scheduling for families.With a focus on transparency, we ensure clear communication about treatments and financial responsibilities, accepting PPO insurance and offering financing options. Our office features amenities like free parking and comfort-focused amenities to create a stress-free experience. Recognized for excellence, we maintain affiliations with leading dental organizations, ensuring our patients receive care rooted in innovation and trust.
Services
Dental Checkups
Teeth Cleanings
Dental Implants
Invisalign
Emergency Dentistry
Cosmetic Bonding
Root Canal Treatment
Dentures
Sedation Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in Los Angeles dentistry.
- We offer a wide range of services under one roof.
- We treat patients of all ages with family-friendly scheduling.
- We provide free on-site parking for patient convenience.
- We accept all PPO insurance plans and offer financing options.
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Academy of General Dentistry
What people say
Flawless appointments
Friendly staff
Gentle treatment
5-star experience
Top-notch care
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants restore missing teeth with titanium posts fused to the jawbone, offering durable, natural-looking results. This solution prevents bone loss and supports crowns, bridges, or dentures. Patients enjoy improved chewing function, speech clarity, and confidence. Implants require surgical placement followed by osseointegration, ensuring long-term stability. Ideal candidates have sufficient jawbone density and overall oral health.
Invisalign
Invisalign aligners straighten teeth discreetly using custom thermoplastic trays. This orthodontic treatment corrects misalignment without metal brackets, allowing removable wear for eating and cleaning. Treatment typically lasts 12-18 months, with visible results emerging gradually. It addresses gaps, overcrowding, and bite issues while maintaining aesthetic appeal for adults and teens.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry improves smiles through veneers, bonding, whitening, and smile makeovers. These procedures address discoloration, chips, and gaps, creating natural, long-lasting transformations. Treatments are tailored to individual goals, combining artistry with dental science. Patients achieve confidence boosts and improved oral aesthetics while maintaining functional integrity.
Preventive Dentistry
Preventive services include cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments, and oral cancer screenings. Regular visits detect issues early, preventing decay and gum disease. DIAGNOdent technology identifies cavities at early stages. Education on hygiene and diet supports lifelong dental wellness, reducing the need for complex treatments.
Sedation Dentistry
Sedation options like nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation ease anxiety during dental procedures. Patients remain relaxed yet responsive, ensuring comfortable experiences for complex or lengthy treatments. This service benefits those with dental phobia, sensitive teeth, or difficulty sitting for extended periods.
People
Dr. Les Latner
Dentist
Dr. Les Latner has practiced dentistry in Los Angeles since 1984. He holds accreditation from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. A clinical professor at UCLA, he emphasizes continuing education and advanced techniques to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care.
Questions
What cosmetic dentistry options improve smiles?
We offer veneers, teeth whitening, bonding, and smile makeovers to address discoloration, chips, gaps, and alignment issues.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We accept all PPO insurance plans and help maximize benefits for covered treatments.
Are emergency dental services available?
Yes, we provide same-day emergency dentistry for urgent issues like pain or broken teeth.
What payment options exist for uninsured patients?
We offer CareCredit financing with low-to-no interest and an in-house savings plan for affordable care.
Can children receive dental care?
We treat patients of all ages, including pediatric checkups and preventive care.
Is parking available at your office?
Yes, free on-site parking is available at our Los Angeles location.
