Dentists in Santa Monica: Four Independent Practices

Dr. Ali Mogharei, DDS: The Santa Monica Tooth Doctor on Santa Monica Boulevard

Dr. Ali Mogharei is known as the Santa Monica Tooth Doctor. His practice is at 2222 Santa Monica Blvd #400, Santa Monica, CA 90404, and the phone number is (310) 829-2224. The practice offers emergency visits.

Dr. Mogharei has over 20 years of experience serving Santa Monica. He is the managing dentist, and the dental team includes Dr. Sheila Morim and Dr. Sheena Patel.

The practice states that Dr. Mogharei is committed to practicing gentle and compassionate dentistry. He sees one patient at a time and gives undivided attention during visits. The office is equipped with state-of-the-art technology.

Dr. Mogharei received his bachelor's degree at University of California Berkeley. He attended USC School of Dentistry and graduated on the Dean's Honor List. He is also an accomplished researcher with multiple publications in peer-reviewed journals and participates in numerous postgraduate education and special training courses.

The practice states that Dr. Mogharei helps fearful patients overcome dental anxiety. It offers oral sedation, nitrous oxide and intravenous conscious sedation.

At the first visit, Dr. Mogharei meets privately to discuss desires or concerns. A detailed evaluation of teeth, soft tissue, alignment, bite, jaw joint and an oral cancer screening are completed at that first visit.

The practice offers the full scope of family, cosmetic, general dentistry and reconstructive procedures. Services listed include porcelain veneers, dental fillings, dental crowns, teeth whitening, teeth cleaning, dental implants, tooth extraction, root canal treatment, sedation dentistry, Invisalign, gum treatment, dental bridges, TMJ treatment, and dentures in partial and complete options.

The practice lists general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics and oral surgery. Preventive care services include regular dental check-ups, professional cleanings, dental sealants and fluoride treatments.

The practice is a Platinum Invisalign Provider. Cosmetic dentistry services include smile makeover, Lumineers, and gum contouring. Laser teeth whitening takes as little as 1 hour.

The practice accepts insurance from Delta, Metlife, Guardian, Anthem, and Cigna. It accepts cash, money orders, personal checks, and major credit cards. Teeth cleaning costs in Santa Monica generally range from $75 to $200, according to the practice, and a dental cleaning session typically lasts between 30 minutes to an hour.

The practice serves Santa Monica, Culver City, Venice, and Brentwood.

2222 Santa Monica Blvd #400, Santa Monica, CA 90404 · Official website

Hale & Hale, DDS: A Wilshire Boulevard Office Since 1987

Hale & Hale, DDS is at 2901 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 301, Santa Monica, CA 90403. The phone number is (310) 453-9631. The practice has served the L.A. and Santa Monica communities since 1987 and describes itself as having been a trusted dentist in Santa Monica for over 30 years.

Office hours are Monday 7 am–5 pm, Tuesday 7 am–5 pm, Wednesday 7 am–7 pm, Thursday 7 am–2 pm, Friday 7 am–2 pm, and closed Saturday and Sunday. The practice offers one-hour lunch appointments and states it can almost always offer a same-day appointment.

Dr. Shulamit Harkavy, DDS, is a general dentist at the practice. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, graduating with high honors, and completed a General Practice Residency at Cedar Sinai Medical Center. She is a member of the Western Los Angeles Dental Society, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon.

Dr. Dennis Ragoza, DMD, received his Bachelor of Science and Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Connecticut and completed his residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, NY. He is an alumnus of the Pankey Institute. His areas of expertise include restorative treatment, TMJ therapy, airway management, and Invisalign.

Preventive services include prophylaxis, dental sealants, fluoride treatments, digital X-rays, intra-oral photos, oral cancer screening, and scaling and root planing. The practice performs oral cancer screenings at each visit and uses intraoral cameras to show patients what the dentist sees.

Restorative services include tooth-colored fillings, porcelain crowns, dental bridges, dental implants, dentures and partials, full mouth reconstruction, and root canal therapy. The practice also offers full-mouth reconstruction for patients needing comprehensive care and dentures and partial dentures for patients missing multiple teeth.

Cosmetic services include tooth bonding, tooth contouring, smile makeovers, and teeth whitening. The practice offers porcelain veneers, Zoom! professional whitening, and a free Invisalign consultation. It offers Invisalign clear aligners.

The practice offers custom night guards for patients with TMJ or TMD symptoms and TMJ therapy that may include custom occlusal guards, therapeutic exercises, anti-inflammatory treatments, and coordination with specialists. It provides sleep apnea care and emergency dentistry.

Fluoride treatments are applied using varnish or a stock tray. Scaling and root planing is offered for patients with gum disease.

The office provides amenities including contoured dental chairs, beverages, lip balms, blankets, and personal entertainment during care.

The practice accepts most PPO dental insurance plans and offers various payment options and financing through CareCredit.

2901 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 301, Santa Monica, CA 90403 · Official website

Santa Monica Dentists: A Multi-Specialty Group on the Westside

Santa Monica Dentists is a small, private, multi-specialty group practice. It has been part of Santa Monica and the Westside community for over 35 years and counting.

The practice offers preventive check-ups and cleanings, restorative crowns and bridges, cosmetic porcelain veneers, restorative dental implants, cosmetic teeth whitening, preventive periodontal treatment, bruxism/nightguards, oral cancer screening, tooth-color fillings, all-ceramic restorations, gum disease therapy, sedation dentistry, wisdom teeth extractions, root canal therapy, oral surgery, periodontal therapy, crown and bridge, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and preventive dentistry.

The practice offers comprehensive dentistry from routine cleanings to cosmetic dentistry. It states that it honors appointment times and runs on time.

The general dentists are Dr. Eric Videgain, Dr. Benjamin Freed, and Dr. Amanda Maldonado. Dr. Videgain has been in private practice in Santa Monica since 1994 and received his D.D.S. degree from the University of Southern California. He completed an Aesthetics Continuum and Dental Implant Restoration training at UCLA School of Dentistry and is affiliated with the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, West Los Angeles Dental Society, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Freed graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry and received the Dean’s scholarship. He completed a general practice residency at the West LA Veterans Hospital and previously held the position of Dental Director. He has continued in private practice in Santa Monica.

Dr. Maldonado graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2022 and completed a one-year General Practice Residency at UAMS Hospital in Little Rock, Arkansas. She moved to Los Angeles in 2023.

Dr. Anthony Guerrero is the practice's endodontist. He has been in practice since 2004 and has taught at the UCLA School of Dentistry Endodontics Department for over 10 years.

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Santa Monica Family Dentistry: Full-Service Care on 15th Street

Santa Monica Family Dentistry describes itself as a full-service, state-of-the-art dental practice. Its office is at 1260 15th Street #703, Santa Monica. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:45 PM.

The practice offers general family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, periodontics, oral surgery, implants, and orthodontics. It provides urgent dental care usually the same day and offers 24/7 emergency care.

The practice's staff have been serving patients at the office for an average of 10 years each. Dr. Alan Rubenstein is the owner and a DDS, with 34 years at the practice. Dr. Mark Cohen is a DDS and periodontist with 24 years at the practice. Dr. Nariman Saadat is a DDS and oral surgeon. Dr. Michael Yang is a DMD and general dentist.

The practice offers Invisalign clear braces and free whitening included with all Invisalign cases. It offers digital X-rays, teeth whitening, dentures and partial dentures, wisdom teeth removal, oral and maxillofacial surgery, dental implants, porcelain veneers, TMJ disorder treatment, root canal therapy, composite fillings, porcelain inlays and onlays, fluoride treatment, oral health consultations, exams and cleanings, emergency care, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and general dentistry.

The practice accepts most dental insurance programs, including indemnity and all PPOs, and provides access to payment plans and financing. The front desk staff handle insurance paperwork including claims, authorizations, and payment plan development.

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is provided complimentary for root canals upon request. The practice uses porcelain and composite resins for tooth-colored fillings.

1260 15th Street #703, Santa Monica · Official website