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DENTIST IN ENCINITAS, CA FOR FAMILY, COSMETIC & RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Where World-Class Dentistry in Encinitas Feels Like Family

At McElroy Smiles, we provide comprehensive dental care for individuals and families in Encinitas and surrounding communities. From preventive checkups and emergency dental care to cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, crowns, and restorative treatments, our experienced team makes quality dental care comfortable, convenient, and personal.

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Your top-rated clinical team

A family taking care of families in Encinitas. From a child’s first cleaning to a full-mouth restoration, your care happens under one roof. Dr. Greg McElroy, Dr. Tyler McElroy, and Dr. Austin Haught lead a team that handles all of it, gently and without pressure. Patients tell us they are known by name, never treated like a number.

Why Families Choose McElroy Smiles

Choosing the right dentist is about more than treating teeth. It's about finding a dental team you can trust for every stage of life. McElroy Smiles combines advanced dental technology, personalized treatment, and a welcoming approach to help patients maintain healthy, confident smiles for years to come.

Family First

A family taking care of families, never a number

Full-Service Care

Everything under one roof, from a child’s first visit to full-arch care

Advanced Treatment

IV sedation, All-on-4, and same-day CEREC crowns, together in one practice

Trusted Locally

Reviewed across Google, Yelp, and ZocDoc, built over decades in Encinitas

Why Choose Us

Father-and-Son Legacy

Dr. Greg McElroy built this practice and now works beside his son, Dr. Tyler, with Dr. Austin Haught completing the team. Two generations of care, three doctors, and a team that stays.

Rare Sedation Credential

We offer nitrous oxide and IV sedation, and our IV sedation certification is one only a small number of dentists hold, so even anxious patients get the care they have been avoiding.

Everything Under One Roof

Implants, full-arch tooth replacement, cosmetic work, and crowns made in our office in a single visit all live in one place, with our team coordinating every step, so complex care stays under one roof.

540+ Google Reviews

540 Google reviews at 4.9, plus hundreds more on Yelp and ZocDoc.

Our Story

When I started this practice in 2003, I had a simple idea: treat people with respect, real care, and basically love. More than twenty years later, that still runs everything we do. My son, Dr. Tyler, practices beside me now, and Dr. Austin Haught is one of the best I have worked with. The three of us, and the whole team, know you by name, not a chart number. We do quality dentistry with a quality team, and we tell you what you actually need. A healthier smile ripples out into the rest of your life.

Dr. Greg McElroy

Meet Our Experienced Dental Team

Our dentists combine years of clinical experience with a commitment to continuing education and modern dentistry. We take time to understand each patient's goals and explain treatment options clearly so you can make informed decisions about your oral health

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Dr. Austin Haught, DMD. Implant and Sedation Dentist. A lead implant provider who places a high volume of implants, holds a Mastership in the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA), and is among a small number of dentists certified in IV sedation. A certified Invisalign provider whom patients call gentle and detailed.

Dr. Greg McElroy ("Dr. Mac"). Founder. Georgetown-trained, an IDIA Diplomate, and among a small number of dentists certified in IV sedation. Caring for Encinitas families since 2003.

Dr. Tyler McElroy. Dr. Greg's son and co-author of "The McElroy Method: Creating World-Class Smiles." He designs cosmetic smile makeovers and places dental implants.

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Comprehensive Dental Services in Encinitas, CA

Whether you need routine preventive care or a complete smile restoration, McElroy Smiles offers comprehensive dental services under one roof. Our team creates personalized treatment plans focused on your oral health, comfort, appearance, and long-term results.

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Dental Implants

Missing or failing teeth? We replace a single tooth with a natural-looking implant, or restore a full arch with All-on-4, often in a single day. Because we place, restore, and coordinate your new teeth with a trusted master lab our doctors control, your care stays coordinated and your timeline shorter. Results vary by patient.

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Sedation Dentistry

Nervous about the dentist? IV and oral sedation let you receive care while deeply relaxed and closely monitored the whole time. Our IV sedation certification is one only a small number of dentists hold, so dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or a longer visit is no barrier. Tell us your fears at your first visit. You stay in control the entire way

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Cosmetic Dentistry and Veneers

Want a brighter, more even smile? Custom veneers are thin shells bonded to your teeth to reshape them, close gaps, and brighten color. We design each smile around your face and your goals, and a trusted master lab our doctors control keeps the work precise. It starts with a free consultation. Results vary by patient.

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Invisalign

Prefer straighter teeth without metal braces? Invisalign uses clear, removable aligners to gently move your teeth, so you can eat, brush, and smile normally throughout treatment. We map your full plan up front, with digital scans for a comfortable fit, and most patients find it easy to live with. Ask whether you are a candidate at your visit.

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Emergency Dentistry

Dental emergency today? We keep room for same-day visits, with evening and weekend care by arrangement. Sudden pain, a cracked tooth, a lost crown, or swelling gets you seen quickly, and sedation is available if you are nervous. Your emergency exam is $100, and we make you comfortable first. Call as soon as something feels wrong.

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Same-Day Crowns (CEREC)

Need a crown but dread the second trip? With CEREC technology, we design, mill, and place your permanent crown in a single visit. There is no temporary crown and no second appointment. We scan your tooth digitally for a precise, comfortable fit, so one visit means less time off work. Ask whether your tooth is a candidate.

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Comprehensive Dental Services in Encinitas, CA

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Dental Insurance & Flexible Financing Options

Quality dental care should be easier to plan for. McElroy Smiles works with many dental insurance plans and offers flexible payment and financing options to help patients understand and manage the cost of treatment.

We are in network with 20 PPO plans and file your claims for you, with financing and a membership for everyone else.

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Our Current Patient Specials

*New Patients Only

New Patient Visit

$200

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Comprehensive exam with your doctor
Full 3D Cone Beam scan (CBCT)
Diagnostic X-rays
Intraoral photos
Professional cleaning
A personalized plan for your smile and your goals

A standalone first visit for someone who wants an exam and cleaning. It is not a consultation route.

*New or Existing Patients

Emergency Exam ($100), same day

$250+

Total value

Book Same-Day Emergency ($100)

A problem-focused emergency exam
A diagnostic X-ray
A same-day appointment when you call by noon
A clear plan to get you out of pain

$100 for patients without insurance. Insured patients are billed to their plan and pay only a copay.

*New or Existing Patients

Dental Implant & Crown

$4,500

$5,250 total value

Start With a Free Consultation

A complete single-tooth replacement, built to look and work like the teeth around it.

The implant
The abutment
The crown
The 3D CT scan

Extraction is not included. Some cases require a custom abutment at an additional fee.

Hear From Our Dental Patients

We're proud to care for generations of patients who trust McElroy Smiles with their smiles. Hear what our patients have to say about their experiences with our dentists and team.

"It doesn't feel like going to the dentist. It feels like visiting a friend."

Nancy

"I used to hide my smile. Now I smile all the time."

Kam

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Nervous About the Dentist? We're Here to Help

Dental anxiety is common, and our team understands that every patient has a different comfort level. We'll listen to your concerns, explain your treatment options clearly, and move at a pace that helps you feel comfortable and in control.

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You are in control. Raise your hand any time and we stop.

Sedation and comfort options for anxious patients.

An honest plan, including what can wait.

Upfront pricing before any treatment begins.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are in network with 20 PPO plans, and we file your claims for you even when we are out of network. The fastest way to check your specific plan is to call (760) 621-8700. If you do not have insurance, the McElroy Smile Membership and financing through CareCredit, Proceed, and Sunbit keep care affordable.

A new patient visit is $200 for new patients without insurance. With a PPO plan, we bill your insurance and you pay only your share, often little or nothing for a covered exam and cleaning. We are upfront about any further cost before treatment begins.

Yes. We offer nitrous oxide and IV sedation, and our IV sedation certification is one only a small number of dentists hold, so dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or a longer visit is no barrier. You stay in control the entire time.

Yes, we keep room for same-day emergencies. Sudden pain, a cracked tooth, a lost crown, or swelling gets you seen quickly, and sedation is available if you are nervous. The $100 emergency exam is for patients without insurance. If you have insurance, we bill your plan and you pay only your copay. Call (760) 621-8700 as soon as something feels wrong.

We are at 700 Garden View Court, Suite 201, in Encinitas. We are open Monday and Tuesday from 8 to 6, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 to 5, and Friday from 8 to 4, and we are closed on weekends.

Yes, McElroy Smiles welcomes new patients who are looking for high-quality, personalized dental care. Whether you need a routine checkup, have a specific dental concern, or are interested in improving your smile, our team will take the time to understand your needs and help you feel comfortable from your first visit. Book a new patient visit online or call (760) 621-8700.

YOUR LOCAL DENTIST IN ENCINITAS, CA

World-Class Dentistry, Where You are Known by Name

New Patient Visit ($200)

Emergency Exam ($100)

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