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Welcome to South Coast Dental, Your Dentist in National City, CA

Whether you’re searching for a family dentist in San Diego, or looking to get that beautiful smile through cosmetic dentistry, we provide all aspects of general, restorative, cosmetic and specialty dentistry in a very convenient location just off the 5 and 54 freeways.

If you've been referred by one of our patients, you’ve probably already heard about our gentle care and high standards of service for over 20 years. We are truly passionate about creating healthy, beautiful and natural-looking smiles that last a lifetime. We are committed to providing our patients with affordable treatment, exceptional results, absolute satisfaction and service.

Please feel free to browse through our pages where you’ll find information and answers to the most commonly asked questions about crowns, veneers, dental implants, bridges, dentures, white fillings, Invisalign, teeth whitening and others.

We understand how difficult it is to choose the right dentist and we want to make it easy for you to come and check us out and see if we are the right fit for you. Call us at (619) 477-1970 to schedule a Consultation today.

Thank you for stopping by and we hope to see you soon!

Proudly serving: National City, San Diego, Orange County, Chula Vista

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  • Dr.
    Lilia Larin

    Dr. Larin has been practicing dentistry for 25 years in San Diego County. Dr. Larin's office is located at 202  Mile of Cars Way , National City, CA 91950. 619-477-1970.  Since Dr. Larin started practicing dentistry she has kept up to date on many continuing education classes ensuring that her patients receive the the most comprehensive and advanced dental care possible. Dr. Larin is very proud to have her two sons Dr. Ricardo Peralta and Dr. Aldo Peralta join her in her practice.

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  • Dr.
    Ricardo Peralta

    Dr. Peralta gained his passion of dentistry at a young age while assisting his mother (Dr. Lilia Larin) at South Coast Dental. His career choice was a very simple one, enrolling into the dental program at La Salle University.

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  • Dr.
    Aldo Peralta

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Testimonials

See What Our Patients Are Saying

    The best Dentist I have ever been to . Will never go anyplace else. Excellent customer service very caring and patient I am terrified of the dentist and they are very understanding.

    Cherri Munson-T

    Dr. Larin is the best Dentist in the qorld! She is delightfully kind, caring, shares her knowledge with her patients, is an expert at her profession, and makes the best decisions possible for her patients! Her staff is awesome and each if them provide the best customer service I have ever received as a consumer. I appreciate Dr. Larin and recommend her to all!!!

    Marva J. H

    I can't recommend South Coast Dental highly enough. They've taken care of my family for quite a few years now, and I'd never consider going anywhere else. Dr Larin is an awesome dentist, and her staff always take good care of us. Do yourself a favor and check them out.

    Tim C

    Had amazing 1st visit in over 2 years to dentist. After many x-rays, only required a cleaning. Excellent staff and dentist. Looking forward to next appointment in 6 months! Very gentle and through in the exam and cleaning. Great place for family and friends. They take Delta Dental insurance so if you are a veteran please check them out.

    Jo K

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  • Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Patient

    Patient Rights You have a right to choose your own dentist and schedule an appointment in a timely manner. You have a right to know the education and training of your dentist and the dental care team. You have a right to arrange to see the dentist every time you receive dental treatment, subject to ...

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  • Crowns and Bridges

    Bridges Bridges are natural-looking dental appliances that can replace a section of missing teeth. Because they are custom-made, bridges are barely noticeable and can restore the natural contour of teeth as well as the proper bite relationship between upper and lower teeth.Bridges are sometimes referred ...

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  • Veneers

    Teeth that are badly stained, shaped, or crooked may be improved by a veneer placed on the surface of the affected teeth.Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or that are chipped, ...

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  • Invisalign®

    Invisalign's® invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners will give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. And best of all, no one can tell you're wearing them. Invisalign® is great for adults and teenagers. What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your ...

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  • April 2022 Dental Newsletter

    The Importance of Preventive Care: Maintaining Good Oral Health Preventative dental care is a significant part of overall dental health, but it's often an afterthought. Our dedicated dentist sees many patients who don’t keep up with consistent preventative oral care and then must fix the problems ...

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  • Fillings

    Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth color? If my tooth doesn't hurt and my filling is still in ...

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  • Sealants

    Sealants are liquid coatings that harden on the chewing surfaces of teeth and are showing a great deal of effectiveness in preventing cavities—even on teeth where decay has begun. The pits and grooves of your teeth are prime areas for opportunistic decay. Even regular brushing sometimes misses these ...

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  • Overview

    Pain can occur in any number of places in your mouth: teeth, gums, roots, the palate, tongue and jaw. Cavities are a common culprit causing pain. Untreated cavities can impact nerves because of infections of the tooth and gums. Impacted and abscessed teeth and sore jaws from teeth grinding are other ...

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  • Toothaches

    Simple toothaches can often be relieved by rinsing the mouth to clear it of debris and other matter. Sometimes, a toothache can be caused or aggravated by a piece of debris lodged between the tooth and another tooth. Avoid placing an aspirin between your tooth and gum to relieve pain, because the dissolving ...

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  • Scaling and Root Planing

    Some cases of acute periodontal (gum) disease that do not respond to more conventional treatment and self-care such as flossing may require a special kind of cleaning called scaling and root planing. The procedure begins with administration of a local anesthetic to reduce any discomfort. Then, a small ...

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