Why Dentistry? Dr. Chengwas born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil where poor oral hygiene habits prompted many visits to the dental office. His father also had unfortunate tooth aches and unwanted emergency dental visits. Fortunately they were able to find quality dental care and practice preventative dental care after moving to the states. This experience planted the seed for wanting to help people improve their quality of life through dentistry. Dr. Cheng knows what it feels like to get dental care and wants your dental experience to be the best. You can say dentistry runs in the family as his wife and sister in law are also dentists.
EDUCATION Dr. Cheng graduatedfrom dental school at University of Pennsylvania in 2001 and completed a post graduate residency at University of California San Francisco. At University of Pennsylvania he excelled in clinic and was one of two in his class to be accepted into clinical honors program where he provided care at Penn's Medically Compromised Clinic. He worked closely with renown oral medicine director Dr. Michael Glick. At UCSF he focused his time in hospital dentistry and was awarded a certificate of outstanding resident from UCSF Surgery Center at Parnassus. After residency he was an associate at a cosmetic dental office for 3 years in San Francisco and also worked as a pediatric dentist for Contra Costa County Health Clinics. Prior to studying at Dental School, he attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo where he studied Biology. Since he began practicing dentistry, Dr. Cheng has kept up to date on many post graduate courses ensuring that his patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care possible. Some of these courses include a two year study of Aesthetic Dentistry and Occlusion at F.A.C.E Institute and hundreds of hours on implant surgeries and prosthetics at various programs around the nation. With 20 years of dental experience he has made dentistry his passion and continues to learn and incorporate the best proven techniques, materials, and technology.
FAMILY & COMMUNITY Dr. Cheng and his wife have a daughter and a border collie named Roxy. They enjoy surfing, soccer, hiking, and cooking with friends and family. They love living and being active in the community. Dr. Cheng has volunteered many years to Monterey County Veterans Stand Down event delivering needed dental care to homeless veterans. His office has also organized free dental care to local under served children as well as participated in dental out reach expeditions to remote villages in third world countries. In addition the office has continued to donate to many local fundraisers across the county and is blessed to be able to be part of the community.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 52 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestFarid Hamidieh
2 years ago
Experience,
Greg Giglio
2 years ago
Very friendly and helpful staff. Good vibe all around. Glad I found these folks!
tom mcdannold
2 years ago
I was able to get right in with a broken crown. Great service and staff.
Angie Christine
2 years ago
Fun and professional team that provided me with quality care.
Vincent D'Aloia
2 years ago
The friendliest staff around! I actually love going to the dentist and Vera is a whiz at the front desk. She's got you covered!
Suon Cheng
2 years ago
Top notch service from an experienced team and a caring doctor. Always impressed with the state of the art equipment. Thank you!
Elizabeth A Mier
2 years ago
Have been a patient here over a dozen years. Very pleased with all the dental care I've gotten, from cleanings to fillings and crowns.
La Madrina
2 years ago
Lori is always great. Makes me feel at ease and comfortable. I feel like the whole team is working towards my dental care from the front office to the back.
Elaine Sullivan
3 years ago
wonderful job at taking Covid precautions and making my experience incredibly safe.
Suon Cheng
3 years ago
Top notch service from an experienced team and a caring doctor. Always impressed with the state of the art equipment. Thank you!
Elizabeth A Mier
3 years ago
Have been a patient here over a dozen years. Very pleased with all the dental care I've gotten, from cleanings to fillings and crowns.
Vincent D'Aloia
3 years ago
The friendliest staff around! I actually love going to the dentist and Vera is a whiz at the front desk. She's got you covered!
Mary Graves
3 years ago
Dr. Cheng is knowledgeable and very helpful in explaining what needs to be done. He is thorough in his work. I highly recommend him.
Elaine Sullivan
3 years ago
wonderful job at taking Covid precautions and making my experience incredibly safe.
Nadya Shapiro
3 years ago
5 Stars all around! The office, the staff, the vibe, and of course Dr. Cheng! He is sweet, calm, patient, and thorough. I felt at ease the minute I walked through the door. If you are looking for a new dental practice, this is IT!
Christine Clayworth
4 years ago
Dr. Cheng has very sure hands. His priority is high quality work and patient comfort. Staff is great. The dental chair is the most comfortable I've ever been in. I'm a senior and I'm new to this office--so far, very good.
Khalil Moutawakkil
4 years ago
I've been coming to Dr. Cheng's office for many many years and I love the service. They're friendly and professional. I've recommended several others to Mission Hill Dental over the years and my friends have also been quite happy, long term patients of theirs. You will be pleased too.
Juliette Burke
4 years ago
Dr. Cheng's office was clean, comforting and made me feel at ease. His staff are all professional, welcoming and made my first visit easy and not stressful. So happy to have found a dentist in Santa Cruz that I want to stick with!
Mary Graves
4 years ago
Dr. Cheng is knowledgeable and very helpful in explaining what needs to be done. He is thorough in his work. I highly recommend him.
Nadya Shapiro
4 years ago
5 Stars all around! The office, the staff, the vibe, and of course Dr. Cheng! He is sweet, calm, patient, and thorough. I felt at ease the minute I walked through the door. If you are looking for a new dental practice, this is IT!
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