About Us

Your dental clinic in Los Angeles, rooted in community.

Welcome to San Jose Dental Clinic. We are a bilingual, community-rooted dental clinic in Los Angeles that has been serving families and neighbors in Westlake, Pico-Union, and surrounding neighborhoods for years. Whether you need a routine cleaning, restorative care, or advanced treatment, we welcome new patients and accept a broad range of insurance plans — including Denti-Cal — so that quality care is accessible to everyone who walks through our doors.

Who We Are

A practice built for this community.

San Jose Dental Clinic was founded with a simple belief: great dental care should be available to everyone, regardless of insurance or language. That belief is woven into everything we do — from our founding doctors' volunteer work at Clínica Monseñor Romero to co-founding the Marco A. Firebaugh Dental Clinic, which provides free care to low-income residents in Southeast Los Angeles. We're not just a practice in this community; we're part of it.

Bilingual in English & Spanish

Our entire team speaks both languages. From the front desk to the treatment chair, you'll find care that respects your language and your background.

Community First

Co-founders of the Marco A. Firebaugh Dental Clinic providing free care to low-income residents.

Our Team

Five doctors. One practice.

Our team of skilled clinicians brings together general dentistry and advanced specialty expertise under one roof.

Dr. Andrea Leal
General Dentist
Dr. Efrain Chara
Orthodontist
Dr. Marvin Perez
General Dentist
Dr. Natalya Williams
Orthodontist
Dr. Sonia Molina
Endodontist
Care You Can Count On

What sets us apart.

In-House Endodontics

Most general practices refer root canal work to a specialist across town. We don't. Dr. Sonia Molina performs root canal therapy, retreatment, and apicoectomies using an operating microscope for precision.

Insurance & Financing

We accept a wide range of PPO plans, Covered California, and Denti-Cal. We also offer CareCredit, Cherry, and Sunbit financing for treatments not fully covered by insurance.

Same-Day Appointments

Emergency dental care when you need it most. We offer same-day visits for urgent concerns so you don't have to wait in pain.

Gentle, Patient-Centered Care

From extra-gentle numbing techniques to sedation options, we've built our practice around putting you at ease. For patients who need deeper sedation, we coordinate with a board-certified dental anesthesiologist who is brought in as needed.

FAQ

Questions? Answers.

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes, we are always welcoming new patients at San Jose Dental Clinic. Whether you're new to the area or looking for a dentist who better fits your needs, we'd love to meet you.

Do you offer Saturday appointments?

We offer appointments every other Saturday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Our regular weekday hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

What insurance plans do you accept?

We accept a broad range of PPO insurance plans, including Delta Dental, Cigna, MetLife, Aetna, and many others. We also accept Covered California and Denti-Cal.

Is care available in Spanish?

Yes. Our entire practice is bilingual in English and Spanish. From your first phone call to your follow-up visit, you can communicate comfortably in either language.

Ready to experience the difference?

Book your appointment today and discover why Westlake families have trusted us since 2008.