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La Jolla Family Dentistry
General + cosmetic dentistry in La Jolla since 2014
On time, every time. Appointments that respect your schedule.
Family dental care in La Jolla with most PPO insurance accepted and Saturday appointments available. Same-day CEREC crowns when you need them.
- Accepts most PPO insurance plans
- Saturday appointments available
- Same-day CEREC crowns in one visit
“We start 95% of appointments within 10 minutes of the scheduled time. Your time matters as much as ours.”
Sarah — On time, within 10 minutes · 11 Years in La Jolla
Two dentists, a full range of general and cosmetic care.
Dr. Sarah Martinez and Dr. Raymond Kim cover routine cleanings through implants — all under one roof in La Jolla Village.
Cleanings & exams
Routine six-month cleanings, digital X-rays, and oral cancer screenings for the whole family.
- Gentle hygienists, no rushed visits
- Digital X-rays with lower radiation
- Kids welcome — we see ages 3 and up
Fillings & crowns
Tooth-colored composite fillings and same-day CEREC crowns — done in one visit, no temporary.
- Same-day CEREC crowns (one appointment)
- Mercury-free composite fillings
- Crown milled and fitted on-site
Invisalign
Certified Invisalign provider. Clear aligners for adults and teens who want straight teeth without brackets.
- Free Invisalign consult and scan
- Most cases finish in 12 to 18 months
Teeth whitening
In-office whitening and custom take-home trays for brighter teeth without sensitivity.
- In-office whitening in about 90 minutes
- Custom take-home trays available
Root canals
Comfortable endodontic treatment to save teeth that would otherwise need extraction.
- Done in-house, no outside referral
- Crown placement at the same practice
Implants
Single-tooth and multi-tooth dental implants, from consultation through final crown placement.
- Full implant process handled in-house
- Free consultation and 3D imaging
On-time visits, same-day crowns, and two dentists on staff.
On time, within 10 minutes
We start 95% of appointments within 10 minutes of the scheduled time. Your time matters as much as ours.
Same-day crowns with CEREC
Our in-house CEREC mill designs and fits your crown in one visit. No two-week wait, no temporary to manage.
Two dentists, flexible scheduling
Dr. Martinez and Dr. Kim both see patients full-time. That means Saturday slots, evening options, and quick availability.
4.8 stars on 284 Google reviews
"I have serious dental anxiety and put off visits for years. Dr. Martinez and her team were patient, walked me through every step, and made it completely manageable. First dentist I have actually wanted to return to."
— Jennifer R., La Jolla
"Cracked a molar on Thursday, had a new crown by Friday afternoon. Same visit. Dr. Kim scanned, milled, and fit it in under two hours. Genuinely did not know dentistry could work like this."
— Michael T., Pacific Beach
"Brought our two kids in for their first cleanings. Staff was warm, never rushed, and explained everything to them. My seven-year-old asked when we were coming back. That is a first."
— Priya S., UTC
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New patients welcome. Most PPOs accepted.
We accept most major PPO insurance plans — call the office and we will verify your benefits before your visit. New patients fill out our intake form online so your first appointment starts on time.
Email Sarah DirectlyQuote comes the same day.