WHERE HEALTHY SMILES SHINE BRIGHTER
We want you to be confident knowing that we are a highly trained and experienced team.
Our goal is to provide you and your family with high-quality, attentive, and gentle care.
We encourage you to contact us with any questions or comments you may have.
Skilled Dentists in Santa Rosa
Taking care of your smile matters, not just for your health but also for your confidence. At Skabelund and Lopez Dentistry, we offer dental care for that combines modern treatments with a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. For over 40 years, we've cared for generations of families, many of whom travel from miles away to continue their visits with us. Our reputation is built on honesty, affordability, and lasting relationships. Call us today to schedule an appointment with our dentists!
Our Dental Services
Healthy smiles need more than one type of care. That's why our office offers a complete approach to dentistry. From preventive visits to advanced treatments, our team combines experience with our compassionate chairside manner to support your smile at every stage of life. With awards in prosthodontics and periodontics, and active membership in respected dental associations, we bring both skill and personal attention to each visit. Our dental care includes:
- Invisalign® Aligners: Clear aligners that gently straighten your teeth while fitting seamlessly into your lifestyle.
- Cosmetic Dentistry: Our aesthetic treatments aim to refresh and enhance the look of your smile.
- General Dentistry: We deliver preventive and restorative care for all ages, including exams, cleanings, fillings, and crowns.
Dependable Dental Care in Santa Rosa
At Skabelund and Lopez Dentistry, we combine modern technology with personal attention to create a dental experience that feels both effective and comfortable. You can appreciate our honest approach, affordable options, and the welcoming environment we've built for families. To make visits simple, we email new patient forms ahead of time so your first appointment is quick and convenient. Whether you need advanced care or a simple cleaning, you can expect our team to provide you with effective and attentive care from the moment you arrive. Contact us today to learn more about our dental care!
Invisalign® Aligners in Santa Rosa
Feeling good about your smile can make everyday interactions more comfortable and boost your confidence at work, school, and in social settings. At Skabelund and Lopez Dentistry, we offer Invisalign aligners to help straighten teeth with a discreet, modern approach that fits easily into your lifestyle. Using clear aligners, you can improve alignment without the look or hassle of traditional braces. Additionally, we are certified Invisalign providers, meaning we have received specialized training to help you achieve the smile you've always wanted. Call us today to schedule an appointment for clear orthodontic aligners!
What Are Invisible Braces?
Invisalign treatment is a modern orthodontic system that utilizes a series of clear trays to gradually align your teeth into a better position. Unlike traditional metal braces, these aligners are nearly invisible, allowing you to smile naturally throughout your treatment. The aligners are created using advanced digital imaging technology, which allows for a custom fit and predictable results. Each aligner is made of smooth, BPA-free plastic that is comfortable to wear and easy to maintain. They are also removable, so you don't have to give up the foods you love, and you won't struggle with cleaning around wires and brackets. Instead, you can continue brushing and flossing as usual while your smile improves week by week.
Benefits of Clear Aligners
Choosing removable orthodontics offers cosmetic improvements and supports your overall oral health and quality of life. Crooked or crowded teeth can be more difficult to clean, which may increase the risk of tooth decay or gum disease. By straightening your teeth, you boost your appearance and make daily care more effective.
- Comfortable, smooth trays with no sharp edges or tightening appointments
- Freedom to remove aligners for meals, photos, or important events
- A discreet look that fits naturally into your lifestyle
- Fewer office visits compared to traditional braces
- Treatment tailored to your needs and guided by our experienced providers
Cosmetic Dentistry
In the past decade there has been a dramatic interest in cosmetic dentistry. We all realize that having a healthy, bright, beautiful smile enhances our appearance and allows us to smile with confidence. Thanks to the advances in modern cosmetic dentistry, we are able to improve our teeth and smiles with quick, painless and surprisingly affordable treatments.
Cosmetic dental treatments can:
- Change the size, shape, and alignment of certain teeth.
- Fill in unattractive spaces between teeth.
- Improve or correct bites.
- Lighten or brighten the color of teeth.
- Repair decayed, broken, cracked, or chipped teeth.
- Replace missing teeth.
- Replace old, unattractive dental treatments.
Remember, your smile speaks before you even say a word!
Dental Exams & Cleanings
Dental Exam
A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will perform the following:
- Examination of diagnostic X-rays (radiographs): Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and bone loss. X-rays also help determine tooth and root positions.
- Oral cancer screening: Check the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, tissues, and gums for any signs of oral cancer.
- Gum disease evaluation: Check the gums and bone around the teeth for any signs of periodontal disease.
- Examination of tooth decay: All tooth surfaces will be checked for decay with special dental instruments.
- Examination of existing restorations: Check current fillings, crowns, etc.
Professional Dental Cleaning
Professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis) are usually performed by Registered Dental Hygienists. Your cleaning appointment will include a dental exam and the following:
- Removal of calculus (tartar): Calculus is hardened plaque that has been left on the tooth for some time and is now firmly attached to the tooth surface. Calculus forms above and below the gum line and can only be removed with special dental instruments.
- Removal of plaque: Plaque is a sticky, almost invisible film that forms on the teeth. It is a growing colony of living bacteria, food debris, and saliva. The bacteria produce toxins (poisons) that inflame the gums. This inflammation is the start of periodontal disease!
- Teeth polishing: Remove stain and plaque that is not otherwise removed during tooth brushing and scaling.
Our passion issimply a love for smiles
We're proud to have earned the trust of our neighbors, and we're thrilled to have you join the Skabelund & Lopez Dentistry family!
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We are a team of professionals who pride ourselves in furthering education to ensure you get the quality care you deserve.
2321 Bethards Drive
Santa Rosa, California 95405
Testimonials
"Have had great experiences with both Drs Lopez and Skabelund. Their staff is also friendly."
"I’ve been going to Dr. Skabelund + Dr. Lopez for years and have always had such a great experience!"
Julia Marble
"Dr Skabelund and his team are the ABSOLUTE BEST at what they do. I've referred everyone I have known that was looking for a good dentist."
Kevin Lewis
"I've been a patient of Dr. Todd Skabelund for years. All of the dental hygenists are kind, careful and knowledgeable and Dr. S is really great... conservative in his approach and an excellent dentist. I highly recommend this practice!"
Cindy P.
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