One of the key reasons we have such a successful and thriving dental practice is because of our professional, yet familial work environment. We are honored that you trust us to care for you and want you to be as comfortable as possible. We hope our team surpasses your expectations and we hope you enjoy coming to our office!
A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to care for you as soon as possible.
As a practice, we believe thatpreventative careandeducationare the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care vs. disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams,and taking digital x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.
Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
As oral health clinicians who received their prestigious dental educations atUCSFand theUOP School of Dentistryin San Francisco, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly skilled professionals. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being active members of the ADA, California Dental Association (CDA) and the Napa/Solano Dental Society helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
Dr. Kristian Cabugao was born in Hawaii and raised in Vallejo, California. He completed his undergraduate studies at UC Davis and earned his dental degree at the prestigious UC San Francisco. He then moved to San Diego, California where he gained extensive experience managing and training others in a dynamic dental setting.
Now living back in the Bay Area, Dr. Kristian has returned to his roots and enjoys serving his local community at large. As a general dentist, he has provided implant, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. He has enjoyed honing his clinical skills with continuing education and uses the most current techniques and materials.
'Dr. Kristian likes to take a gentle approach to dental treatment where he and his staff are dedicated to provide high quality dental care in a comfortable relaxing environment. He spends time with each patient to thoroughly educate them on their dental needs and helps them achieve and maintain optimum dental health over a lifetime.'
Dr. Nicole Holownia grew up in San Ramon, CA. She received her bachelor's in Equine Science and Management from the University of Kentucky in Lexington, before returning to the west coast to attend dental school at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. Having a passion for those in need, she has participated in a variety of mission trips including providing free dental care to the under-served population in Jamaica. Dr. Nicole loves that dentistry is a unique marriage of medicine and aesthetics and a way to improve the lives of those around her. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Nicole is a competitive equestrian and also enjoys traveling and cooking for friends and family.
'Dr. Nicole strives to provide compassionate dental care to all of her patients while creating an atmosphere of understanding and respect. Her goal is for her patients to feel they are active participants in creating lasting improvement in their oral health.'