Smiles in Malibu offers complete dental services for Californians in the Malibu and San Francisco areas. Our dental team is headed by Dr. Bob Perkins, a family and cosmetic dentist with over 20 years of experience. We offer patient-centered care to address all your dental requirements for achieving and maintaining your best oral health. We work to make visits with us as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.
Everyone can expect to feel some anxiety when first visiting a dentist; however, we work to eliminate those feelings by offering our patients the best in dental care with state-of-the-art technology and a caring, compassionate staff. The dental field has become more efficient and provides a better experience for patients, thanks to major advancements in technology and materials. At Smiles in Malibu, you will notice the difference. Ongoing education for our staff helps us stay current with trends in the field that can offer patients a more comfortable and efficient dental visit.
We take the time to get to know our patients and listen to your concerns regarding dental health. If you have questions about your oral health, we encourage you to ask them. We want our patients to be well-informed about their options for their best oral health. Educational videos are available to help you have a better understanding of treatments and procedures. We also want you to be satisfied with the appearance of your smile. We help you achieve the goals you set for your best smile.
Malibu and San Francisco area Family and Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Bob Perkins, was born in Los Angeles and grew up in Glendale, California. He completed his undergraduate and dental training at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Dr. Perkins is also an alumnus of the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). LVI is, perhaps, the pre-eminent post graduate dental institution in the country today. It offers advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, TMD disorders, as well as many other disciplines of dentistry. It is the Julliard or The Sorbonne of dental institutions.
Bob started a dental practice in Malibu in 2008 after owning and operating a successful dental practice in Glendale for 17 years. Bob has completed over 1000 hours of dental continuing education, many of those hours have been devoted to orthodontics, orthopedics, orthotropics, and TMD (refer to our headings on the home page for more detailed information). Bob has shifted his practice in recent years to have a greater emphasis on a broader approach to facial esthetics, one that strives to create a balanced face, gorgeous teeth, proper airway, and a life free of facial and neck pain. He has devoted more than 20 years to the passionate pursuit of combining art, science, and technology with personalized care.