HILLCREST DENTAL
Office of Doug Disraeli DDS / Andy Keith DDS
Cosmetic, Implant, Restorative, Sedation, and General Dentistry
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Welcome to the Hillcrest Dental Office of Doug Disraei DDS and Andy Keith DDS
Behind the doors of our sunlit Hillcrest practice, you’ll discover what makes San Diego smile brighter. Our Hillcrest Dental office reimagines the dental experience from the ground up, creating an atmosphere where anxiety melts away and confidence blooms.
Here, cutting-edge cosmetic brilliance meets time-tested restorative expertise, all delivered with a personal touch that makes every patient feel like family. Our committed dentists, Dr. Doug Disraeli and Dr. Andy Keith, along with our devoted team don’t just treat teeth – we partner with you on a journey to optimal oral health, crafting personalized solutions that transform both smiles and lives.
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Our Mission
Our mission transcends traditional dentistry – we’re here to create an experience where clinical excellence dances with genuine human connection. Every treatment plan we craft at Hillcrest Dental is a unique masterpiece, designed not just to fix teeth, but to enhance lives.
By combining our passion for cutting-edge techniques with our dedication to personalized care, we’re building more than just healthy smiles; we’re fostering lasting relationships built on trust, understanding, and shared success stories.
Why Choose Us
Meet the Team of Hillcrest Dental
Ever noticed how some dental offices just feel different? That’s the power of having the right people on your side. Our hand-picked professionals at Hillcrest Dental bring more than just impressive credentials to the table – they bring genuine enthusiasm for creating healthy smiles.
Each staff member excels in their specialty while sharing our commitment to exceptional patient care. Stop by our Fourth Avenue office and see why our patients consistently rate their experiences with us as outstanding.
Restoring Natural Beauty Through Custom Porcelain Crowns
At Hillcrest Dental, we understand that a damaged or weakened tooth can affect both your confidence and oral health. Porcelain crowns offer a sophisticated solution that seamlessly blends strength with natural beauty. Our advanced dental technology allows us to create custom-fitted crowns that match your existing teeth in both color and translucency, protecting your tooth while enhancing your smile.
The Life-Changing Impact of Modern Crown Technology
Modern porcelain crowns have revolutionized restorative dentistry by combining durability with aesthetic excellence. These advanced restorations feature a strong zirconia core layered with natural-looking porcelain, providing exceptional protection for damaged teeth.
- Precise color matching systems ensure perfect integration with surrounding teeth
- Custom-crafted design preserves your natural bite alignment
- Advanced materials resist staining and maintain their brilliance
- Digital scanning technology enables perfect fit and comfort
- Biocompatible materials support long-term oral health
Debunking Common Crown Misconceptions
Many patients have outdated ideas about dental crowns, but modern porcelain restorations offer remarkable advantages. Today’s crowns require minimal tooth reduction while providing maximum protection. The procedure is comfortable, and the results are indistinguishable from natural teeth. Our experienced team at Hillcrest Dental uses precise digital measurements to craft crowns that feel completely natural from day one.
- Contemporary crowns preserve more healthy tooth structure
- Treatment process is comfortable with local anesthesia
- Results can last 15+ years with proper care
- Crowns can improve tooth position and alignment
- Modern materials eliminate dark lines at the gumline
Your restored smile deserves the best care available. Our commitment to excellence ensures that your restoration will look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth for years to come.
Permanent Tooth Replacement With Modern Dental Implants
Like the roots of natural teeth that anchor your smile, dental implants provide a revolutionary foundation for lasting confidence. At Hillcrest Dental, we’ve witnessed countless patients transform their lives through this groundbreaking tooth replacement solution. By mimicking nature’s design, our implants don’t just fill spaces – they restore the fundamental connection between tooth and bone, allowing you to laugh, speak, and enjoy meals with complete peace of mind.
Transforming Lives Through Modern Implant Technology
Dental implant technology has evolved to provide unprecedented levels of comfort and reliability. The titanium posts we use are specifically designed to integrate with your jawbone, creating a stable foundation that supports long-term oral health.
- Advanced 3D imaging ensures optimal implant positioning
- Biocompatible materials promote successful bone integration
- Single-visit procedures available for qualifying patients
- Digital planning creates predictable, precise outcomes
- Custom-designed crowns match your natural smile perfectly
Understanding Your Path to Restored Function
Our experienced team uses advanced diagnostic tools to evaluate your oral health and develop a personalized treatment strategy. We take time to explain each step, ensuring you feel confident and informed throughout your restoration journey.
- Comprehensive evaluation determines the best approach
- Multiple restoration options fit various clinical situations
- Flexible treatment plans accommodate your schedule
- Advanced healing protocols speed recovery time
- Long-term maintenance plans protect your investment
A complete, healthy smile opens doors to renewed confidence and improved quality of life. Our dedication to excellence in implant dentistry combines cutting-edge technology with gentle, personalized care. Trust Hillcrest Dental’s expertise to help you achieve the lasting, natural-looking results you deserve.
Unlock Your Dream Smile Through Modern Veneers
Think of veneers as a master artist’s brush strokes, precisely crafted to enhance your natural features while maintaining authenticity. Our skilled artisans at Hillcrest Dental meticulously design each veneer to complement your facial features, creating results that look so natural, even you might forget they’re not your original teeth.
Advancing Cosmetic Excellence Through Innovative Design
Today’s veneer technology represents the pinnacle of cosmetic dentistry innovation. These remarkably thin yet durable porcelain shells require minimal preparation of your natural teeth, preserving more of your tooth structure than traditional methods. Through precise digital scanning and expert craftsmanship, we create veneers that reflect light just like natural enamel, ensuring your smile catches attention for all the right reasons.
- Custom shade selection captures your ideal tooth color
- Digital smile design previews your final results
- Conservative preparation techniques protect tooth integrity
- High-strength porcelain resists chips and stains
- Precise fit technology ensures optimal comfort
Your Journey to Smile Transformation
We begin with an in-depth consultation to understand your vision, followed by detailed measurements and aesthetic planning. Hillcrest Dental combines advanced digital imaging with artistic expertise to map out your perfect smile, ensuring every veneer contributes to a naturally beautiful result.
- Personal smile design consultation guides your choices
- Temporary veneers let you test-drive your new look
- Detailed planning creates predictable outcomes
- Expert color matching ensures natural transitions
- Regular maintenance keeps your smile brilliant
Embrace the confidence that comes with a flawless smile. Whether addressing minor alignment issues, persistent discoloration, or worn edges, veneers offer a versatile solution that stands the test of time. Our commitment to excellence ensures your renewed smile will continue to shine brightly for years to come.
Experience Complete Restoration With Modern Dental Bridges
Modern dental bridges offer a sophisticated solution that seamlessly connects your smile while preserving surrounding teeth. The expert team at Hillcrest Dental designs each bridge as a precise architectural marvel, carefully considering factors like bite forces, speech patterns, and aesthetic harmony to create restorations that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
Building Tomorrow's Smiles With Advanced Materials
Modern dental bridge technology has revolutionized gap replacement through innovative materials and design techniques. Unlike traditional methods, today’s bridges incorporate high-strength ceramics that mirror the translucency and strength of natural tooth enamel. We shape each restoration to complement your unique facial features and oral structure, delivering results that blend invisibly with surrounding teeth.
- Advanced ceramics provide exceptional durability
- Precise shade matching creates invisible transitions
- Digital design ensures optimal bite relationships
- Custom contours maintain natural speech patterns
- Biocompatible materials support gum health
Protecting Your Oral Health Through Strategic Planning
The success of a dental bridge depends on careful preparation and strategic placement. Hillcrest Dental employs sophisticated imaging technology to analyze your bite forces and jaw movements, creating a restoration that distributes pressure evenly across your smile. This meticulous approach helps prevent complications and ensures long-lasting comfort.
- Comprehensive evaluation guides material selection
- Strategic anchoring preserves tooth structure
- Regular monitoring maintains optimal function
- Professional cleaning techniques extend longevity
- Preventive care prevents underlying issues
Your smile deserves seamless restoration that stands up to daily life. Whether replacing a single tooth or multiple gaps, our dedication to precision and aesthetics ensures your bridge will serve you well for years to come. Trust our expertise to rebuild your confidence with results that feel completely natural.
Preserve Your Natural Teeth Through Modern Root Canals
When infection or damage threatens this delicate system, contemporary root canal therapy offers a sophisticated solution to save your natural tooth. Through precise microsurgical techniques and advanced imaging technology, Hillcrest Dental provides comfortable, efficient treatment that eliminates pain while preserving your smile’s natural structure.
The Evolution of Pain-Free Treatment Methods
Hillcrest Dental’s digital imaging allows unprecedented visualization of root structures, while specialized instruments clean and shape canals with remarkable precision. This technological advancement means most patients remain completely comfortable throughout their procedure, often returning to normal activities the very next day.
- Microscopic visualization ensures thorough cleaning
- Computer-guided instruments increase accuracy
- Advanced anesthetics provide complete comfort
- Same-day treatment options available
- Digital mapping creates predictable outcomes
Safeguarding Long-Term Dental Wellness
Root canal therapy serves as more than just a solution for immediate discomfort – it plays a crucial role in maintaining overall oral health. The skilled team at Hillcrest Dental approaches each treatment as an opportunity to protect both the affected tooth and surrounding structures. By addressing infection at its source, we help prevent more extensive dental problems while preserving your natural smile.
- Comprehensive diagnosis identifies underlying causes
- Conservative techniques preserve tooth structure
- Biocompatible materials support natural healing
- Protective restoration strengthens treated teeth
- Regular monitoring ensures lasting success
Through expert root canal therapy, we can help you maintain your complete smile for years to come. Our commitment to excellence in endodontic care means you receive treatment that’s as comfortable as it is effective, designed to protect your dental health for the long term.
Leading Edge Solutions For Gentle Tooth Extractions
When conservative treatments can’t save a tooth, modern extraction techniques offer a gentle path forward that prioritizes your comfort and quick recovery. Our experienced surgical team at Hillcrest Dental carefully evaluates each case, designing personalized treatment strategies that consider your unique oral anatomy and future restoration needs.
Pioneering Pain-Free Surgical Approaches
Contemporary extraction methods have transformed the patient experience through innovations in both technique and technology. Using three-dimensional imaging and computer-guided planning, we map out the safest, most efficient approach before your procedure begins. This advanced preparation, combined with profound local anesthesia and optional sedation, creates a remarkably comfortable experience that puts anxiety to rest.
- Advanced imaging identifies optimal removal paths
- Precise surgical planning minimizes tissue impact
- Multiple sedation options ensure total comfort
- Specialized instruments reduce procedure time
- Site preservation techniques support future restoration
Optimizing Recovery Through Proactive Care
Your healing journey begins the moment your procedure ends. Hillcrest Dental implements research-backed protocols that accelerate healing while preventing complications. Our comprehensive aftercare approach includes specialized dressing materials, targeted medication plans, and detailed home care instructions tailored to your specific needs.
- Platelet-rich plasma promotes rapid healing
- Custom medication plans manage discomfort
- Specialized wound care prevents complications
- Regular monitoring ensures proper healing
- Strategic timing supports restoration planning
A well-planned extraction sets the foundation for your future oral health. Whether preparing for implants or addressing wisdom teeth, our dedication to surgical excellence ensures optimal outcomes. Trust our expertise to guide you through this important procedure with the highest level of care and attention to detail.
Modern Cosmetic Fillings That Mirror Natural Tooth Structure
Small imperfections in teeth can significantly impact your smile’s appearance and function. Modern cosmetic fillings represent a breakthrough in restorative dentistry, using advanced composite materials that bond directly with your natural tooth structure. These sophisticated restorations, available at Hillcrest Dental, not only repair damage but also strengthen teeth while remaining completely invisible to the casual observer.
Revolutionizing Dental Materials for Lasting Beauty
Unlike traditional metal fillings, modern composites combine nano-ceramic particles with light-cured resins to create restorations that flex naturally with your teeth. This revolutionary material responds to temperature changes just like natural enamel, preventing the microscopic gaps that can lead to sensitivity and secondary decay.
- Nano-hybrid composites mirror natural tooth properties
- Light-activated materials bond at molecular level
- Color-adaptive technology ensures perfect blending
- Layered application creates natural translucency
- Reinforced structure prevents wearing and chipping
Preserving Healthy Tooth Structure Through Precision
Every cosmetic filling procedure at Hillcrest Dental follows a meticulously planned approach focused on maximum preservation of healthy tooth structure. Our advanced preparation techniques remove only damaged areas, while specialized bonding agents create a microscopic seal that locks out bacteria.
- Minimal preparation conserves tooth structure
- Biomimetic materials support natural function
- Advanced curing technology ensures deep hardening
- Precise sculpting recreates tooth anatomy
- Surface treatments enhance long-term durability
Beautiful restorations deserve beautiful results. Whether addressing new decay or replacing old metal fillings, Hillcrest Dental’s commitment to excellence ensures your smile remains naturally radiant. Experience the confidence that comes with knowing your restorations are as healthy as they are attractive.
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Make Hillcrest Dental Your Dental Home
Your perfect smile is waiting, and we’re excited to help you achieve it.
Whether you need a routine check-up or want to discuss a complete smile transformation, we at Hillcrest Dental are ready to provide the personalized attention and expert care you deserve. Call us at (619) 291-2980 now – together with Dr. Keith, let’s make your dental goals a reality!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How soon can I go back to work after a dental procedure?
Most patients return to work the same day after routine procedures like fillings or cleanings. For more complex treatments, we at Hillcrest Dental provide specific recovery guidelines and flexible appointment scheduling to minimize disruption to your workday. We’ll help you plan the best time for your procedure based on your personal schedule.
What makes your office different from a corporate dental chain?
As a local practice in Hillcrest, we focus on building lasting relationships rather than meeting corporate quotas. Every treatment plan is created specifically for you, without pressure to accept unnecessary procedures. We take pride in serving our San Diego community and see our patients as neighbors rather than numbers.
How long should I plan to stay for a routine visit?
We schedule 60-90 minutes for routine cleanings and check-ups to ensure thorough care without rushing. This allows time for a complete cleaning, exam, and any questions you might have about your dental health. For new patients, we recommend planning for a two-hour visit to complete initial paperwork and comprehensive examination.
Can I preview changes to my smile before treatment?
Yes! We use digital smile preview technology that lets you see potential results before starting any cosmetic work. During your consultation at Hillcrest Dental, we’ll take photos of your current smile and create digital mock-ups showing different treatment options. This helps you make confident decisions about veneers, whitening, or other cosmetic procedures.
Do you offer sedation options for nervous patients?
We understand dental anxiety is real and offer several comfort options to help you feel relaxed during treatment. Our team at Hillcrest Dental is trained in the latest sedation techniques, from mild nitrous oxide to deeper sedation for more complex procedures. We’ll discuss your comfort level and help you choose the best option for your situation.
Do you accept appointments?
Yes, we do accept appointments at our dentist’s office. In fact, we highly recommend that you schedule an appointment with us in advance to ensure that you receive the best possible care.
Do I need to arrive early for my first appointment?
If you complete your new patient paperwork which is available online here then you can arrive at the time of your appointment. If you would like to complete the paperwork at the office then please arrive 15 minutes early to your first appointment.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept checks, cash, credit cards, and most insurance plans. Contact our office so a member of our team can verify your insurance or visit our Payment Options page for more information!
How often should I visit the dentist?
It is important to schedule routine checkups and cleanings to keep your teeth and gums healthy. It is recommended by the ADA to visit the dentist at least once every six months. Contact us now to book your appointment and take the first step toward optimal oral health!
What services do you offer?
We are happy to offer a variety of services including:
