Union Street Dental Care is a San Francisco based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more.

Every beautiful smile starts with healthy teeth. Our San Francisco, CA dentists provide preventive services like professional cleanings and routine dental exams that preserve your oral health by preventing serious dental problems in the future.

Our caring team welcomes children of all ages to our practice. As parents, we know how to help your kids relax when they visit us, and our gentle approach sets the stage for a lifetime of conscientious oral health care. If you or your child participates in sports, we also offer athletic mouth guards that are custom-made to fit your teeth perfectly for ultimate protection.

Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. All of our dental assistants & hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on their current dental techniques & outstanding patient communication. With unmatched quality & integrity, they are dedicated to achieving the best possible results for you & your family.

Since your comfort & health are our top priorities,Union Street Dental Carestaff is glad to assist you in any way. If you have any questions at all, from treatment options & sterilization to insurance concerns & paperwork, were here for you! We can assure you that youll enjoy your dental visit!

Union Street Dental Care team arent interested in rushing patients through informal treatment or treating you like just another number in our files. Instead, we take the time to personalize your care. Our goal is to learn everything we can about your history, your oral health, and your goals for your future smile. Once we have all of this important information, we can formulate the ideal treatment plan that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.

When you come to Union Street Dental Care for regular, scheduled treatment, or emergency service, you will be treated personally by Dr. Dintcho.Dr. Stanley Dintcho graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, PA, in 1970. Upon graduation, Dr. Dintcho answered the call to duty and served in the US military as Captain in the US Air Force.

Dr. Dintchos unique, personable style of quality-packed consultative dentistry known as the Dintcho Method has created a very loyal clientele. Dr. Dintcho continues to pursue his greatest passion: dentistry.

Dr. Eric Shapira is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia. In 1976 he completed a general practice residency in dentistry and internship in medicine at Mt. Zion Hospital in San Francisco. Dr. Shapira was an assistant clinical professor at the University of the Pacific (UOP) Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, where he developed courses in geriatric dentistry and worked with medically compromised individuals. He also developed courses in hospital dentistry at Laguna Honda Hospital in San Francisco.For almost 40 years, Dr. Shapira has been an active member in the American Dental Association, in which he is an Emeritus Life Member, and in the Academy of General Dentistry, in which he received the prestigious Mastership Award and was the only recipient in 2010 of the organizations Humanitarian Award for his service to better mankind throughout the world through his clinical work and teaching.

Eric Shapira practiced dentistry for over 30 years on the Half Moon Bay Coastside. He received his masters degree in clinical gerontology from Notre Dame de Namur University. He is an educator and has taught courses in Healthy Aging and Successful Aging, as well as courses in Geriatric Esthetic Dentistry and Special Patient Care.

Dr. Shapira holds an MHA (Master of Health Administration) from the University of Phoenix. He is a past Board member of the American Association of Senior Peer Counselors, a member of the American Society on Aging, a Bilingual Senior Peer Counselor for the San Mateo County Department of Mental Health, and a former commissioner on the San Mateo County Commission on Aging.

Dr. Shapira is a Professor of Geriatric Medicine, a Clinical Gerontologist/Aging Specialist, Certified Hypnotherapist, Author, Consultant and Lecturer. He is a caring, involved clinician with extensive knowledge in the aging field. His personal motto is: No one cares how much you know, until they know how much you care. In 2008, Dr. Shapira was awarded the title of Visiting Professor of Geriatric Medicine, Nursing and Dentistry by Peoples Hospital #2 and the Government of China for his volunteer teaching efforts and work there.

Dr. Desmond Brian Ng, DDS is a San Francisco native dentist who grew up in the Haight-Ashbury/Cole Valley district. After completing his degree in Biochemistry at the University of the Pacific, he obtained his teaching education background at the University of California, Berkeley. After many years, he left teaching to pursue his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.

Dr. Ng is dedicated to being a lifelong learner and always looking for ways to be the best dentist he can be. He has advanced training in orthodontics, laser periodontal surgery, whitening, cosmetic dentistry, and implant placement and restorative dentistry. Recently, Dr. Ng has started training to become a provider in sleep and airway medicine. He is gentle, kind, caring, and always does the best to provide the best quality dentistry he can. He focuses on making the patient feel comfortable, educating them about their oral health, and providing the best treatment options for them. In addition to practicing dentistry, Dr. Ng is a member of the California Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, San Francisco Dental Society, and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

In his free time, Dr. Ng enjoys spending time with his wife and 2-year-old Pomeranian, Bingsoo, traveling the world, photography, discovering the best new foodie spots, and supporting the 49ers, Warriors, Sharks and San Francisco Giants. His love for his hometown runs deep and can be seen in both his personal and professional lives.