Sunset Dental provides general dentistry for patients in Ventura, Oxnard, and Camarillo. Dr. Ronald Atanay, a UCLA School of Dentistry graduate with 35+ years of clinical experience, handles everything from routine exams to root canals at one location: 1545 Morse Ave, Suite A, Ventura, CA. Call 805-676-1800 to schedule.
Dr. Atanay examines every tooth surface at each visit and checks for decay, gum disease, bite issues, and early signs of oral health problems. Sunset Dental uses digital X-rays, which expose patients to 90% less radiation than traditional film and display immediately on screen. Dr. Atanay reviews X-rays with patients chairside so you understand exactly what he sees.
Sunset Dental performs regular cleanings and deep cleanings (scaling and root planing). Ultrasonic cleaning tools remove calcified tartar from above and below the gumline with less discomfort than manual scaling. Deep cleanings are recommended when gum pockets measure 4mm or deeper. Most patients need a professional cleaning every six months. Patients with active gum disease may need treatment every three to four months.
Composite resin fillings match your natural tooth color. Dr. Atanay removes decayed material, cleans the cavity, and places the composite directly in the tooth. The material bonds to the tooth structure and hardens in minutes. Composite fillings last 3 to 10 years depending on location and bite pressure. Sunset Dental does not place amalgam (silver) fillings.
When decay or fracture damages a large portion of a tooth, a crown restores its shape and protects what remains. Dr. Atanay prepares the tooth, takes a digital impression, and places a temporary crown while your permanent porcelain restoration is fabricated in a dental lab. You return for the permanent placement appointment. Bridges replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent natural teeth. Insured patients at Sunset Dental receive $100 off the crown and bridge copay.
Root canal treatment removes damaged or infected dental pulp from inside the tooth. Dr. Atanay cleans and shapes each canal, fills them with an inert material, seals the tooth, and typically restores it with a crown. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. Most patients report it is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. Avoiding root canal treatment when it is needed leads to infection and eventual tooth loss.
Sunset Dental fits complete and partial dentures. Dr. Atanay takes detailed impressions to ensure proper fit and bite alignment. Follow-up appointments confirm the fit and address any adjustment needs. Patients considering dentures or implant-supported dentures can discuss both options with Dr. Atanay during a consultation.
Sealants are applied to the grooved chewing surfaces of back teeth to block food and bacteria from collecting in fissures. The application is quick, painless, and requires no drilling. Sealants are most commonly placed on children’s permanent molars as soon as they come in, though adults with deep grooves and no existing restorations also benefit. Sealants typically last five or more years.
Twice a year for most patients. Patients with active gum disease or high cavity risk benefit from visits every three to four months.
A regular cleaning removes plaque and tartar from above the gumline. A deep cleaning removes buildup from below the gumline and from the roots of the teeth. Deep cleanings treat early to moderate gum disease.
No. Digital X-rays are taken as clinically needed. New patients receive a full set. Established patients receive bite-wing X-rays roughly every 12 to 18 months depending on their risk profile.
Yes. Sunset Dental at 1545 Morse Ave, Suite A, Ventura often has same-day availability. Call 805-676-1800 to check open times.
Call 805-676-1800 or book online. The $110 New Patient Special covers all necessary digital X-rays, a comprehensive exam, and a regular cleaning for non-insured patients. Office hours: Monday 9am-6pm, Tuesday through Friday 8am-5pm.