Welcome to the office of Dr. Richard S. Prouse, DDS! We are a practice dedicated to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile. When you visit our dentist and team, you can expect us to take the time to understand your needs before providing you with personalized care that will help you achieve and maintain a healthy smile for life. We invite you to call us at 619-444-6195 to schedule your consultation and learn more about complete dental care in El Cajon, California!
We believe in using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures, and your oral health, smile and comfort will always be our highest priority. Please review this page to become familiar with our mission and our practice values.
High Standards
We believe in maintaining the highest possible standards of care. Maintaining high standards of excellence helps ensure that you receive the quality dental services you deserve. You can count on Dr. Prouse and our team to provide comprehensive treatment planning and work one-on-one with you to achieve optimal dental health. We also provide emergency care and make every effort to see you as soon as possible if you experience an emergency so that you can regain your smile and return to your regular life without any delay.
Education & Prevention
Our dentist and team understand that preventive care and education are key to a lifetime of excellent dental health. We emphasize preventive treatments, including thorough exams, routine cleanings, dental sealants, fluoride treatment, and brushing and flossing at home. All these are crucial in preventing dental problems from developing and will promote your oral and your overall health. Expect our team to review your oral health, home care and overall medical history with you during your visits. We are committed to helping you enjoy a healthy smile and quality of life.
Uncompromising Safety
Your safety is paramount. Infection control and sterilization are an important part of our practice, and we make every possible effort to ensure that our office is a clean and healthy environment for you. We meet or exceed all sterilization and cross-contamination guidelines and processes recommended by the American Dental Association® (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Please contact our office and speak with a member of our team if you have any questions.
Training & Expertise
We are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. Our dentist and each member of our team have significant experience in providing oral health care, and you can be confident that you will receive the highest possible level of care each time you visit our office. We pride ourselves on providing the care you need to enjoy a healthy mouth and smile, and we are committed to remaining at the forefront of the dental field to ensure you always receive the highest possible quality of care. Our dentist and team regularly pursue continued education and learning through dental lectures, meetings and conventions. We are also members of several professional organizations to stay abreast of changes and recommendations for the dental field and continue providing you with state-of-the-art care.
Providing Positive Experiences
You are always our top priority, and our dentist and team will do everything possible to help you have a positive dental experience during your time with us. We believe that building a foundation of trust is vital to our success and to your continued health. We understand that you may feel anxious, stressed or fearful when visiting the dentist and will do everything we can to help you have a positive and relaxing experience. Please feel free to call and speak with a member of our team about your concerns at any time. We are here to help you.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule your appointment with Dr. Prouse, give us a call today. We look forward to helping you care for your smile!