Searching for a dentist in San Francisco usually starts with one question: Can this practice handle everything we need, from routine cleanings to more complex procedures, without sending us across town for every referral? At Embarcadero Dentistry, we built our practice around that exact concern. Our team covers general dentistry alongside periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, and implants, so your care stays connected from one visit to the next.

What Makes Our Practice Different

We treat dentistry as a team effort, not a series of isolated appointments. Our general dentists work alongside specialists in periodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and orthodontics, so your records, X-rays, and treatment history are kept in one place rather than scattered across multiple offices. When a case calls for more than one type of care, our clinicians talk directly with each other about your treatment, rather than leaving you to coordinate the details yourself.

Our general dentistry team includes Dr. Curt Facchino, Dr. Russell S. Harris, Dr. Shweta Prabhakar, Dr. Pil Han, Dr. Michael Hwang, Dr. Alisha Matreja, and Dr. Francis Delos Reyes. Several of these same doctors also handle cosmetic dentistry and teeth whitening, so the dentist you see for a checkup can often address cosmetic concerns in the same conversation. You can read more about our approach and team on our about us page.

Specialty Care Under One Roof

A dentist in San Francisco who only offers general cleanings can only take you so far. Our specialists fill in the gaps so you are not stuck searching for outside referrals when something more involved comes up. Here is how our specialty services break down:

• Periodontics, led by Dr. H. Kashani, addresses gum health and the structures that support your teeth. You can explore our periodontics services for more details on what this care involves.
• Endodontics, handled by Dr. Elham Shadmehr, focuses on root canal therapy and saving teeth that might otherwise need extraction. Our endodontics page walks through what these procedures look like.
• Oral surgery, provided by Dr. Darin T. Johnston, covers extractions, wisdom teeth, and surgical procedures that go beyond general dentistry.
• Orthodontics, led by Dr. Albert Lam, offers both traditional braces and Invisalign for patients seeking straighter teeth without a one-size-fits-all approach.
• Dental implants, coordinated by Dr. H. Kashani and Dr. Darin T. Johnston, replace missing teeth with a permanent, stable solution anchored to the jawbone.

We also treat sleep apnea and TMJ/TMD concerns with Dr. Shweta Prabhakar, and Dr. Darin T. Johnston manages additional TMJ cases.

How Specialists and General Dentists Work Together

The benefit of having these specialties in-house is most evident in complex cases. Dr. H. Kashani and Dr. Darin T. Johnston, for instance, coordinate directly on implant cases so that the surgical and prosthetic aspects of treatment align without delay. If you are weighing implants against other restoration options, our dental implants page covers the process in more detail, and our oral surgery page explains what to expect from extractions and surgical procedures.

Orthodontic patients benefit from similar coordination. If gum health needs attention before braces or Invisalign can proceed, our periodontics and orthodontics teams coordinate on timing so treatment proceeds efficiently rather than stalling between departments. Details on aligners and braces are available on our orthodontics page.

What Your First Visit Looks Like

Your first appointment starts with an exam and a real conversation about your goals and any concerns you bring in. We perform a visual exam, a periodontal assessment, and X-rays when needed, then walk through what we found using photos so you can see exactly what we see. From there, we lay out your options clearly, including what each path involves and roughly how long it might take.

If dental anxiety is part of your history, let us know before your appointment. We can plan extra time and a calmer pace so the visit does not feel rushed. Plan for your first comprehensive visit to last about 60 to 90 minutes, so we have enough time to build a plan that reflects your needs rather than rushing through a checklist.

To prepare, bring a photo ID, your insurance information, and a list of any current medications. If you have prior X-rays or treatment records, bringing them along helps us avoid unnecessary repeat tests. You can fill out new-patient paperwork ahead of time and request an appointment online to save a few minutes when you arrive.

Getting Here and Getting Started

Our office is easy to reach by transit or car. Use our map and directions link to plan your route, and if you are coming in during peak commute hours, give yourself a little extra time. Patients who want a closer look at how our care plays out over time can read patient reviews directly from people we have treated.

If you have questions before booking, our contact us page connects you with our office staff, who can walk you through what to expect at your first visit. When you are ready, send us a message and tell us a bit about what brought you in. We will follow up with a few questions of our own, so your first appointment is built around the care you actually need, not a generic checklist.