For a person that had a negative dental experience as a child, I have nothing but praise for my experiences at Scripps Dental Care. Not only are the doctors and nurses excellent in their field, but the products they use are state of the art. You dont even feel like you had work done that day and even the temporary products are so comfortable, you forget they are there. I would highly recommend them!

Dr. Ray Stewart, founder of Scripps Center for Dental Care in La Jolla, talks about the history and mission of our practice. Dr. Stewart is proud of the dentists and the team here because of their dedication to provide their patients the best dental and oral healthcare possible.

At Scripps Center for Dental Care, our knowledge and expertise in a number of dental fields, all under the convenience of one roof, truly sets us apart. With board certified specialists in cosmetic, general and restorative, periodontic, orthodontic, endodontic, oral & maxillofacial surgery, and prosthodontic dentistry, we are able to customize care to the highest degree streamlining treatment in one location to address your unique dental concerns. Each specialist is highly educated and trained, adhering to a strictly regarded practice of ongoing education to remain abreast of emerging research in his or her respective field.

There are many benefits of providing care with a comprehensive range of specialists in one location. Communication between patients care providers is enhanced since records are kept in only one office; therefore, patients spend less time driving, waiting to be seen, and researching the best specialist to visit making the attainment of their desired oral healthcare and smile more efficient and effective. At Scripps Center for Dental Care, each team member is handpicked through a thorough process, ensuring the most dedicated, knowledgeable healthcare providers in their respective fields, producing unparalleled quality and service.

In addition to maintaining a high degree of professionalism, each member of our team has a genuine concern and desire to help, which drives their interactions with patients. Our patients continually thank us for putting them at ease, answering their questions and addressing their concerns, and devoting adequate time and attention to them throughout every stage of their treatment. In this way, we strive to exceed expectations, putting our patients and their oral healthcare first.

I have been a patient here for 20 years and always feel I am having the best care! From the moment you are greeted by the front desk, the hygienist or the dentist you feel you are confident you are receiving the BEST care!

Prevention-focused services are provided by our specially trained and certified registered dental hygienists. Our extended dental hygiene team is trained in modern techniques such as laser therapy systems as well as local spot anti-microbial agents and dry mouth treatment and prevention techniques. Our goal is primarily to improve and maintain the soft tissues and supporting structures of the mouth. Doing so results in better overall health and contributes positively to tooth preservation.

Penelope Mulligan is a native Texan and has resided in San Diego since 2008. She began her college education at the University of North Texas studying Biology and Kinesiology. She then obtained her Bachelors of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from Texas A&M/Baylor College of Dentistry, located in Dallas, Texas.

During her attendance at Texas A&M, Penelope traveled under school sponsorship to various rural areas of Mexico, Indian Reservations in Oklahoma, Texas Denton State School (under the auspices of Dept. of Aging and Disability Services), Texas Scottish Rite Hospital (a pediatric orthopedic hospital), and she worked extensively with HIV/AIDS patients from The Nelson Tebedo Clinic in Dallas, Texas.

In 2007 with over ten years practicing as a Dental Hygienist, Penelope has worked for the prominent firm Johnson & Johnson Pharmaceuticals (OraPharma) as a Hygiene Educator. Her role was to educate and present clinical information on chemotherapeutic agent to Dental Hygiene programs in universities and corporate/private practices. Since her move to Southern California, we have been extremely happy to have her as part of our team.

Penelope is also an avid continuing education attendee. She enjoys seeking out methods to improve the comprehensive care she provides to patients by using new and innovative techniques (i.e. Lasers, Chemotherapeutic Agents), products and philosophies. She is a member of The American Dental Hygiene Association and The San Diego County Dental Hygiene Society.

She enjoys music, reading, her friends and outdoor activities. Penelope is an avid sports fan and is certified in scuba diving, which she has incorporated in her extensive travels throughout Europe, parts of South America and remote areas of the Caribbean. Not surprising when you meet Penelope, she was voted Social Chairperson of her class.

Lucy was born in San Francisco where she entered hygiene training as a business major graduating as the top clinician in her class from Diablo Valley College. Upon graduating from dental hygiene school, she joined the Flying Doctors and continues to make trips to serve patients in underserved areas abroad and locally. Lucys passion for helping others has led her to volunteer at the Veterans Hospital in Vallejo and Native American Clinic in Oakland. She also created and wrote a public health educational program that was used in scientific studies to improve the health and lifestyle of entire populations.

Shes is very passionate about dental hygiene and loves helping patients take charge on their own health and understand the connection between oral health and overall body health. She thrives on building lifelong relationships with her patients based on trust, kindness and compassion.

Lucy feels her commitment to excellence has come full circle at Scripps Center for Dental Care where the priority is for patients to achieve the highest level of dental care in collaboration with our entire dental team. She keeps herself at the forefront of advances in dentistry by attending many hours of continuing education and tailors her knowledge to meet her patients needs.

Lucy is equally committed to a healthy and happy lifestyle at home as well and enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two boys. As an avid cook foodie and wine enthusiast, they enjoy traveling as a family and eating international food. She is also equally at home in the air as a private pilot and enjoys flying the beautiful sky line of San Diego.

At the Scripps Center for Dental Care, our team works together as a family. When you visit our practice, our friendly office coordinators will make sure that youre well taken care of. We will make your scheduling and visiting the practice as easy and convenient for you as possible.

Our in-house dental professionals are at the top of their respective fields and collaborate with each other to devise the best treatment plan for your unique concerns. Thanks to this collective approach and our ability to obtain secondary opinions, patients are often able to enjoy the highest quality of results. We encourage you to read about the credentials of our talented team of dentists and contact Scripps Center for Dental Care to learn how we can help you enhance your smile and oral health.

While many other dental practices refer out for oral surgery, patients at Scripps can enjoy the convenience of a consult right here at our La Jolla practice with Dr. Evan S. Gold, our board-certified oral surgeon. Minor oral procedures are sometimes required to prep your teeth for another treatment or to simply keep your mouth in optimal condition. We offer common services like wisdom teeth removal, tooth extractions, bone grafting, and teeth-in-a-day implant surgery, among other types of oral surgery at our facility. Our up-to-date techniques and cutting-edge 3D digital imaging technology help ensure precision and predictability with each procedure.

Whether you are in need of a dental implant to replace a missing tooth root or simply require gum disease treatment, periodontics focuses on the health of your gums and other supportive structures of the teeth. Our periodontist, Dr. Erez Nosrati, performs the latest minimally invasive techniques to correct an array of gum-related issues, including laser therapy to eradicate bacteria and the Pinhole Surgical Technique to treat gum recession. Dr. Nosrati often collaborates with our prosthodontist and oral surgeon to replace missing or extracted teeth with realistic, fully functioning restorations.

A well-aligned jaw and bite are essential to a healthy smile, as well as your physiological well-being. Along with the obvious cosmetic concerns that come with crooked or misaligned teeth, many jaw joint dysfunctionssuch as issues related to TMJ disorderstart with a poor bite (malocclusion). Orthodontics are a means of preventing, diagnosing, and treating dento-facial irregularities to optimize both smile and biting function. Our board-certified orthodontist, Dr. John R. Jerome, offers many treatment options to discreetly straighten your teeth and restore proper alignment between your upper and lower jaws. Dr. Jerome works with our aesthetic dentists to incorporate smile-enhancing techniques, like cosmetic braces, into your treatment plan.

Prosthodontics, or the design, creation, and fitting of dental restorations, is vital to recovering lost function from missing or severely damaged teeth. Whether you are in need of implants, dentures, partial dentures, crowns, or bridges, prosthodontist Robert L. Bosworth, DDS, MS is committed to restoring the form and function of your teeth. In addition to looking realistic, the goal of artificial teeth is to feel like an organic part of your mouth. Dr. Bosworth works in accordance with our cosmetic dentists and periodontist to find the restoration that provides the most natural look and feel for your needs.

If bacteria, decay, or an infection has penetrated the underlying roots and nerves of a tooth, endodontic techniques are necessary to treat damage within the inner dental pulp. Root canal therapy is often a tooth-saving procedure that can not only sanitize harmful bacteria in the mouth, but also alleviate the pain of a tooth infection. Bacteria buildup in the dental pulp can potentially lead to more serious medical conditions without professional treatment, highlighting the importance of visiting an endodontist when you notice the symptoms of a tooth infection. It is not uncommon for our certified root canal specialist to work with our periodontist to facilitate complete gum health.

Almost every dental specialty relates back to cosmetic dentistry in some capacity. Ultimately, the ability to help patients achieve a bright, stunning smile is among the core objectives of our practice. Cosmetic treatments aim to perfect the shape, length, color, and symmetry of your teeth and gums using conservative, tissue-preserving techniques. Our cosmetic dentists work closely with our prosthodontist, orthodontist, and restorative dentist to provide patients with the best possible outcomes after Invisalign, porcelain veneers, dental crowns, and teeth whitening, among other services. Given the specialized experience of Dr. John F. Westona Fellow of the AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry)and Dr. Nicholas Marongiuan Accredited Member of the AACDour dental team is uniquely qualified to perform your cosmetic treatment.

Everything went as scheduled today with the addition of a crown to my implanted metal stud. It feels great! Another professional procedure done with precision as on many other occasions during the last 18 years.

As a leading dental center in Southern California, our doctors often work with other dental and medical professionals both regionally and nationally. We appreciate the opportunity to care for patients within our community and prioritize their well-being while striving to make the process as efficient as possible. If you have a patient in need of care, please fill out the form below and a member of our team will quickly be in contact.

Scripps Center for Dental Care, at Scripps Memorial Hospital, was established on the foundation of providing the most comprehensive range of dental services possible at a single convenient location with board certified specialists. Our state-of-the-art dental office, located in picturesque San Diegos La Jolla, offers an open, spacious environment that allows our dental professional team and patients to interact and communicate with ease. From the moment you enter our office, you will be treated with courtesy and respect in a warm, friendly setting where your comfort is a top priority.

Whether you come to our office for routine check-up and cleaning, cosmetic dentistry, or any other specialty service, it is our goal to ensure that your experience is as relaxing and pleasant as possible, and that your care is thoroughly tailored to your unique needs and goals. To this end, we are proud to feature the very latest in dental technology, making our patients visits with us more convenient and interactive than ever before. To help our patients relax during their treatment, we additionally offer several sedation dentistry options to meet your needs and desired level of relaxation.

Scripps Center for Dental Care has the most professional team in the field of dentistry, top to bottom. It is my opinion that this office not only sets the benchmark for dental techniques and technology, but also a professional level you should expect in a superior healthcare provider. -Dylan B.

Our team of dental professionals takes genuine delight in providing our patients with dentistry of the highest standard. Our dentists and dental hygienists are united in their dedication to our philosophy of patient-centered care. As a patient of Scripps Center for Dental Care, you can expect nothing less than our teams full devotion to your safety, comfort, and satisfaction.

As you can see from the photos above, our team of dental professionals takes genuine delight in providing our patients with dentistry of the highest standard. Our cosmetic and general dentists, dental specialists, and dental hygienists are united in their dedication to our philosophy of patient-centered care. As a patient of Scripps Center for Dental Care, you can expect nothing less than our teams full devotion to your safety, comfort, and satisfaction.

Our practice is equipped with the most advanced dental technology available, including laser technology, digital radiography, 3D digital imaging, dental microscopes, and more. Our multi-specialty dental team is committed to remaining at the forefront of its field, and our dental professionals complete additional training in advanced techniques as they develop. This allows us to provide you with the most effective and up-to-date treatment possible.