First Visit Expectations

See What to Expect From Your First Visit with Us

We make your first visit simple, calm, and centered on you. After you schedule, we’ll send a link to complete your forms online, so you can arrive ready for a comprehensive exam with digital x-rays, CariVu cavity detection, an oral cancer screening, a jaw joint (TMJ) and airway evaluation, and a gum health assessment.

Your first visit starts with a warm welcome. Our team will greet you, introduce you to our doctors, and invite you to share your goals, concerns, and any past experiences that make dental visits harder. We want to understand what matters to you before we look at a single tooth. While you’re in the chair, you can relax with warm towels, calming aromatherapy, and your favorite show on the treatment room TV.

Next, we complete a thorough exam to get a clear picture of your oral health. Digital x-rays and CariVu cavity detection help us spot problems early, often before they cause symptoms. We also check for signs of oral cancer, evaluate your jaw and airway, and measure your gum health. We review your images with you on screen and explain what we see in plain language. Before you leave, you’ll have personalized guidance, honest recommendations, and a clear understanding of any costs before treatment begins, with no pressure to decide on the spot.

Meet the Doctors

Caring Experts You Can Trust

At Santa Rosa Dental, we’re a family-owned practice rooted in connection and attentiveness. We take the time to listen, understand, and treat every patient with genuine empathy, blending compassionate care with advanced technology.
Dr. Michael Rice brings more than a decade of experience to Santa Rosa Dental and leads our Smile Rejuvenation Implant Center. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
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Dr. Lara Rice has advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth reconstruction, and implant dentistry. She combines an artistic eye with CEREC and digital technology to create precise, natural-looking results for every patient.
Dr. Christian Shaifer brings fresh training from the Dugoni School of Dentistry and a drive to grow in every area of dentistry. Away from work, you’ll find him hiking, running, or snowboarding.

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Real Smiles, Real Results

See the Smiles We've Restored

These transformations showcase our cosmetic makeovers, veneers, and dental implants, each one rebuilt with precision and care. At Santa Rosa Dental, we design results that look natural and help our patients feel confident in their smiles again.
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Before and after smile case: woman’s worn, uneven teeth restored to a bright, even smile
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Before and after smile case: woman’s discolored, uneven teeth replaced with a brighter smile
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What Our Patients Say

Real Stories From People Who Love Their Smiles Again

With hundreds of patients leaving five-star Google reviews, our patients share how care here brought back their comfort and confidence.
Rated 5 stars
Yesterday I had a dental emergency and was able to be seen here even though this is not my normal dental office. Dr. Christian Shaifer was AMAZING!!! I have extreme dental anxiety and he made me feel more relaxed than anyone EVER had before. I think it is time to switch dentists!
Mayria Parmeter
6 days ago
Rated 5 stars
Lo mejor en Santa rosa
Ignacio Cholico
1 week ago
Rated 5 stars
Great dentistry. Thanks
Michael Buckley
1 week ago
Rated 5 stars
Very helpful and friendly absolutely love this place 😀
Tiffany Razo
2 weeks ago
Rated 5 stars
Highly recommended for dental visits in Sonoma county!
Mereani Kotoisuva
2 weeks ago
Rated 5 stars
Great customer experience. I’m very happy with this Dental office. They really care.
John Bruno
2 weeks ago

See Why Patients Across Santa Rosa Choose Us

500+

Smiles Restored

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Services Offered

98%

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5.0

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350+

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Your Neighborhood Dentist in Santa Rosa

Our office sits right in the heart of Santa Rosa on Sonoma Avenue, making quality dental care easy to reach whenever you need it. Patients across the community count on us for a warm welcome and care that feels personal from the moment you walk in.
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