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Comprehensive Dental Care in Palo Alto
At Cardinal Dental, we provide comprehensive dental care for adults and children, combining advanced technology with personalized treatment. Our team of experienced professionals, including Dr. Gary Roberts and Dr. Nathan Kalinowski, offers a full range of services from routine cleanings to complex surgical procedures. With expertise in TMJ disorders, special needs dentistry, and implantology, we serve patients at Stanford Hospital and our Palo Alto clinic. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology ensures precise diagnostics and effective treatments, while our compassionate approach prioritizes patient comfort.We specialize in IV sedation for anxious patients and provide emergency care to address urgent dental needs. Our preventive care programs emphasize long-term oral health, and we offer customized solutions for patients with complex medical histories. With decades of combined experience and affiliations with leading institutions, we deliver trusted, evidence-based care tailored to individual needs.
Services
Dental Implants
Emergency Care
IV Sedation
Root Canals
Wisdom Teeth Extraction
TMJ Treatment
Special Needs Dentistry
All-on-4 Implants
Gum Disease Treatment
Fillings and Crowns
Highlights and features
- We offer IV sedation for anxious patients and complex procedures
- Our doctors lead specialty clinics at Stanford Hospital
- We provide specialized dental care for post-cancer patients
- We use advanced 3D imaging and digital x-ray technology
- Our team has decades of combined experience in complex cases
What people say
Best bedside manners
Tooth wizard
Superior skills
Caring professionals
Smooth process
Services
Dental Implants
Cardinal Dental offers Nobel Biocare and Straumann dental implants, the world's leading implant systems. These titanium posts replace missing tooth roots and integrate with jawbone for permanent tooth replacement. Our implant services include bone grafting when needed and use 3D imaging for precise placement.
Emergency Care
We provide same-day appointments for dental emergencies including tooth pain, broken teeth, and infections. Our team handles urgent care cases with priority, offering immediate relief and treatment. Doctors Roberts and Kalinowski also serve as emergency room dental practitioners at Stanford Hospital.
IV Sedation
Our IV sedation services help anxious patients receive necessary dental care comfortably. Administered by trained professionals, this conscious sedation option works quickly and allows for dosage adjustments. We provide detailed pre-procedure instructions and post-care guidance for patient safety.
All-on-4 Implants
The All-on-4 system replaces entire arches of teeth using four strategically placed implants. This solution offers immediate function with fewer implants than traditional methods. We provide both removable overdentures and fixed prosthetics options tailored to individual bone structure and needs.
Special Needs Dentistry
We offer specialized dental care for patients with special needs, including multiple sedation options and hospital-based treatment. Our team works with caregivers to develop customized treatment plans. Services range from routine cleanings to complex procedures in comfortable, supportive environments.
People
Gary K. Roberts
Founder & Dentist
Dr. Roberts leads the TMJ clinic at Stanford and specializes in complex dental procedures. He provides emergency care and implant dentistry with over 25 years of experience.
Mary Vongesone
Hygienist
Mary offers preventive dental care with focus on patient education and oral health maintenance. She provides thorough cleanings and personalized hygiene instruction.
Nathan Kalinowski
Dentist
Dr. Kalinowski co-leads the special needs dental clinic and provides comprehensive dental care. He specializes in treating patients with complex medical histories.
Cynthia Del Parto
Senior Clinical Administrator
Cynthia manages clinical operations and patient care coordination. She ensures smooth treatment processes and maintains high service standards.
Mauren Aguilar
Hygienist
Mauren provides gentle dental cleanings and preventive care. She focuses on making patients feel comfortable during their visits.
Questions
What dental services do you offer for special needs patients?
We provide specialized care with multiple sedation options, including office-based treatment with and without sedation, and hospital procedures with general anesthesia.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we offer same-day appointments for dental emergencies and our doctors serve as emergency room practitioners at Stanford Hospital.
What implant systems do you use?
We use Nobel Biocare and Straumann implants, the two leading implant systems from Switzerland with decades of proven success.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We are out-of-network providers but can help you maximize your insurance benefits through detailed documentation and billing assistance.
What technology do you use for diagnostics?
We utilize 3D imaging (CBCT), intraoral scanning, digital x-rays, and laser dentistry for precise diagnostics and treatment planning.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can book online 24/7 for most services or call us at (650) 328-6684 during business hours for assistance with scheduling.
Reviews (6)
Ginger Wills
Oct 04, 2021
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We we're so lucky to have found them for my son's wisdom teeth that needed to be removed badly. Dr. Roberts and staff we're so kind, compassionate, friendly and knowledgeable. We love their practice!
Roxy Stone
Oct 03, 2021
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My grandson had four wisdom teeth removed at one time and Dr. Gary Roberts was able to put him at ease and perform the surgery with a minimum of discomfort. Dr. Rpberts was terrific and I would recommend anyone to use his services.
Angie Kramer
Jun 24, 2021
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Kind, brilliant, compassionate dr! He did surgery on our son after a terrible bike accident! More drs need to be like him in this world! Highly, highly recommend!
Shirin Happ
May 30, 2021
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Ive been going to Dr. Roberts since three years ago after an oral surgeon messed up my mouth and implants, since six months ago my husband switched as well, we are very happy we did, he is very knowledgeable and experienced
Bruce Saito
Apr 23, 2021
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I started going to Dr. Roberts ~4 years ago and I'm really glad that I did.
Dr. Roberts is the best Dentist that I've ever had. I used to get really anxious going to the Dentist but not with Dr. Roberts as he's really friendly, caring, listens to you and explains the work to be done and above all he knows what he's doing!! His staff is also really friendly and I enjoy talking to them during my Dental appointments. Give Dr. Roberts a try and you won't be sorry that you made the change!
Dr. Roberts is the best Dentist that I've ever had. I used to get really anxious going to the Dentist but not with Dr. Roberts as he's really friendly, caring, listens to you and explains the work to be done and above all he knows what he's doing!! His staff is also really friendly and I enjoy talking to them during my Dental appointments. Give Dr. Roberts a try and you won't be sorry that you made the change!
Rockerz Rule
Nov 18, 2020
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My wife went in 10 months postpartum to get all four of her wisdom teeth out, the bottom two were complicated cases of impacted wisdom teeth touching the nerve. We were quite nervous during the consultation with Dr. Roberts, because the previous consultants had refused to take her case since they had chances of complications and quoted an unreasonable price. But Dr. Roberts assured us that although it was rare, her case wasnt impossible to treat and that he would give her medication that wouldnt affect breastfeeding. We were terrified of the surgery, but his confidence and positive communication
