Family & cosmetic dentistry · National City

Family dentistry from second-generation dentists.

Smile Dental is a family-owned practice run by brothers Dr. Arthur Santos and Dr. Ivan Santos, on East Plaza Blvd in National City.

Family ownedOpen for emergencies
Dental services

Care for the whole family.

Implants, crowns, root canals, braces and ClearCorrect, Zoom whitening, cleanings and emergencies.

  1. Dental Implants

    Titanium implant posts with replacement teeth, planned individually and placed over two to four visits.

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  2. Crowns & Bridges

    Crowns and bridges for damaged or missing teeth.

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  3. Root Canals

    Saves badly damaged or infected teeth as an alternative to extraction. Dr. Arthur Santos trained through an Endodontic Continuum at UCLA.

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  4. Orthodontics: Braces

    Traditional braces, plus ClearCorrect clear aligners.

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  5. Zoom Teeth Whitening

    In-office, power-assisted whitening in about an hour.

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  6. Emergency Dentistry

    Open for emergencies. Call (619) 477-2787.

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Smile Dental treatment room with dental chair and monitor
Smile Dental treatment room with dental chair and monitor
Meet the brothers

Dr. Arthur Santos & Dr. Ivan Santos.

Second-generation dentists who grew up in Alpine, CA. They take the time to listen to each patient’s concerns and goals and explain the options.

  • Dr. Arthur Santos: root canals through an Endodontic Continuum at UCLA, implants and cosmetic dentistry
  • Dr. Ivan Santos: orthodontics and endodontics; member, San Diego Dental Society
  • Family owned, established in 2016
  • Teledentistry available
Dr. Santos in a Smile Dental coatDr. Santos in a Smile Dental coat, smilingInterior hallway with the Smile Dental logo

A family-owned practice treating every patient like part of the family.

2016Established
2Dentist brothers, second generation
11Services, from fillings to implants
Smile Dental storefront with the illuminated sign, National CitySmile Dental reception and waiting area with the logo wallSeating nook with artwork at Smile Dental
The office

On East Plaza Blvd, National City.

Smile Dental carries on the Santos family values of trust and careful, comprehensive care, treating every patient like part of the family.

The team takes the time to listen to each patient’s concerns and goals, explain the options and build long-lasting relationships with patients and their families.

What patients say

6 reviews. 4.3 stars.

Read the reviews on Google

“I have really bad anxiety about getting dental work done but the staff at smile dental made me feel comfortable and safe i don't think I'll be stress out over my next visit thank you smile dental.”

Patricia K.Patient review

“The staff at Smile Dental are awesome! Everyone is friendly all the time! The Dr's genuinely care about you. The smiles are endless.”

Monique T.Patient review

“Excellent staff! Very professional, clean environment. Never keep you waiting. Dr. Ivan is patient and caring and does excellent work. Love this place.”

Debra B.Patient review
Visit

Call or visit.

Hours

Monday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Open for emergencies.

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(619) 477-2787

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