La Jolla Dental Wellness Center

Comprehensive Dentists in La Jolla for All Ages

General Dentistry to Prevent Dental Issues

Cosmetic Dentistry to Prevent Dental Issues

Biological Periodontics and Implant Dentistry with Expert Dental Solutions

General, Cosmetic,
Periodontics & Implant Dentistry

Modern Dentistry with Patient – Centered Care

La Jolla Dental Wellness Center has been 
serving La Jolla for more than 30 years.

We offer a full range of dental services, from cleanings, fillings, extractions, and crowns to TMJ Botox injections, orthodontics, full mouth reconstructions, dental implants, and specialty periodontics. Our practice offers the highest standard of patient-centered care for all ages. Experience the difference with La Jolla dentists who build relationships and provide modern dentistry for a lifetime of beautiful smiles!

Meet Our
La Jolla Dentists

Dr. Bo Ah Kim

Dr. Bo Ah Kim pursued her passion for dentistry at Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine in New York City, earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2007. Her training in general dentistry equips her with the skills to perform a broad range of procedures from basic fillings and crowns to complex full mouth reconstructions and TMJ Botox injections. Dr. Kim is renowned for her dedication to patient care, making communication and comfort the cornerstones of 
her practice.

Dr. Hyung Jin Bae

Dr. Hyung Jin Bae is a distinguished, board-certified periodontist since 2012, specializing in dental implant surgeries and laser-assisted regenerative procedures. A graduate of Columbia University and the University of Pennsylvania, with additional post-doctoral training at Harvard University, Dr. Bae is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry. His expertise encompasses a broad range of minimally invasive techniques that emphasize patient-specific, 
regenerative outcomes.

Accreditations

Wonderful Words from our Patients

Innovator in Periodontics and Dental Implantology

At La Jolla Dental Wellness, Dr. Hyung Jin Bae is a board-certified periodontist specializing in preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease (also known as periodontal disease). Our periodontic treatments include deep cleanings, bone grafts, and dental implant placement. Get exceptional results with scaling and root planing to remove plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline.

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Simple Payment Options

Insurance Coverage

We work with PPO insurance plans. If you have dental insurance, we will happily file your insurance forms on your behalf and request that the benefits be reimbursed to you directly. Please note that full payment is required at the start of treatment.
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No dental insurance? No problem! If you are one of the 100 Million Americans without dental insurance, we’ve created a plan specifically for you and your loved ones.
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We offer third–party financing options like CareCredit, and Cherry.
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Visit La Jolla Dental Wellness

Hours

Monday – Tuesday 9am-5pm
Wednesday – CLOSED
Thursday – Friday 9am-5pm

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We are located in the Scripps/XiMed Medical Center on the campus of Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.
Use the main entrance and take the elevator to the fifth floor.

FAQ

How long to wait to eat after teeth cleaning?

Wait to eat for 30 minutes to an hour after your teeth cleaning—particularly if fluoride treatment was part of your visit. This short window gives the fluoride enough time to bond effectively with your enamel and lets your teeth begin the re-mineralization process after the cleaning.

La Jolla Dental Wellness works with any dental insurance, except Medicare, Medi-Cal, or HMO plans. We will file insurance claims for our patients for direct reimbursement to you. We are an out-of-network, fee-for-service dental office. We require full payment at the start of treatment and offer 0% financing and low monthly payments, if needed. 

Visit the dentist every six months for a checkup and teeth cleaning. If you suffer from gum disease (periodontal disease) we recommend you visit the dentist every three-to-four months.

Call La Jolla Dental Wellness immediately. We reserve time for dental emergency cases like severe toothaches, broken teeth, or knocked-out teeth. If you call during off-hours, simply leave us a message or text us, and we will contact you as soon as we can!

Gums bleeding after flossing or brushing can be a sign of gum inflammation or early gum disease. At La Jolla Dental Wellness, we recommend a professional evaluation to catch gum disease in the early stages, called gingivitis, which can be reversed with prompt treatment! 

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