Your Dentist in Salinas, CA
Amazing Dental Services You Can Trust
Our Salinas dentist believes our patients are family who deserves the most up-to-date dental care.
New technology means not waiting days or weeks for your new crown. TLC Dentistry is one of the only dental offices on the central coast that can make a custom crown in our office usually within one hour.
See How We Do ItAre you missing teeth? Your dentist in Salinas, CA can help with dental implants. Your smile will look and feel beautiful again!
Learn About ImplantsIt’s time to set your smile straight - without putting your life on hold! Invisalign is the clear alternative to traditional braces, allowing you to straighten your smile without dealing with brackets and wires.
Learn About InvisalignMeet Your Dentist in Salinas
Dr. Philip Lips
- Founder and owner of TLC Dentistry
- A long-standing member of the American Dental Association
- Earned Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Southern California
- A Genuine Caring Staff – Think of us as your cheerleaders for dental care. We’ll do whatever it takes to help you feel comfortable and confident in the care you receive.
- A Warm, Fuzzy Office – Sit back and relax in our waiting room. Have a glass of coffee or tea and gaze out of our large windows watching mother nature, get to know our staff on our Wall of Fame, or take a personal tour of our office so you can see what we offer for your care.
If you’re looking for a Salinas dentist, you can trust the TLC Dentistry team has your best interests at heart. Why? Because we REALLY care about your well-being and happiness.
- Same-Day Dentistry – With our CEREC machine, we can create porcelain crowns in one appointment. This allows you to spend less time in the dental chair (as low as one hour!) and more time enjoying your new smile.
- Missing Teeth? – Are you curious to know if you’re a candidate for dental implants? Let’s find out at TLC Dentistry with our innovative 3D Cone Beam. Depending on your results, we can discuss the next phase of your treatment.
- Beautiful Cosmetic Dentistry – When you turn to our cosmetic dentist in Salinas, you will be able to create the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. No matter your smile story, our dentists can help you find the perfect cosmetic treatment to change the look of your smile and confidence.
- We accept most dental insurance policies
- Financing is available with CareCredit
Unsure of what you need? Call us at (831) 757-1038 to schedule your first appointment with our experienced staff.
Do you want to improve your smile but don’t know how? Get the answers to all your smile questions in 3 easy steps:
I confess...it had been a while (ahem) since my last visit to a dentist in Salinas, CA. So, imagine how happy I was to find this wonderful dental practice! The support staff here are all very cordial and professional. You can check your anxiety at the door because they will assure you are kept comfortable, and well-informed. Definitely, recommend this place!
Jeff B., Actual Patient
The most professional dentists I've seen. Liz is a wonderful person and very passionate for her work, George, since I met him, is the greatest person and all the team is so passionate for their job that I will not leave them for anything. They are part of my family.
Luis A., Actual Patient
I've been going to TLC, before it was called TLC, since I was a child (over 50 years). I'm still here and so are all my teeth. The staff is amazing and professional. Julie keeps me smiling and George makes it easy to keep all my appointments.
Martha G., Actual Patient
We’re Always Accepting New Patients
If you’re looking for a new dentist in Salinas, CA we welcome you to enjoy our special gifts.
$99 Welcome Special
$416 value! Includes exam, x-rays, and dental cleaning.
At your first welcome visit, you’ll save over $300! At this visit, you’ll receive a comprehensive examination, a full set of x-rays, and professional dental cleaning. Please make your appointment, or contact us for more details!
TLC Dentistry Membership Club
No insurance? No problem! Just ask!
Join our TLC Membership Club. If you’re a patient without dental insurance, these in-house savings and low monthly payments for your preventive care will save you money and time; we’ll take care of potential issues before they become a larger problem.
In-Office Whitening Special
$300 value!
Have a dazzling, white smile in just a matter of minutes with our professional, in-office whitening option for only $199.
Valid for new patients only. Please inquire to learn more!
Contact TLC Dentistry in Salinas, CA
We’re easy to find!
750 East Romie Lane, Suite C
Salinas, CA 93901