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Harry Albers, D.D.S.

Hours Open:
Monday:
09:00 am - 06:00 pm
Tuesday:
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Wednesday:
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Thursday:
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Friday:
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
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Overview

Santa Rosa cosmetic dentist Dr. Albers has received over a dozen awards for excellence in teaching, exceptional professional service, academic accomplishments, and significant professional contributions to the art and science of dentistry, over the past two decades.

Staff

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John Rich, DDS. - Associate Dentist
Dr. John Rich has been practicing general dentistry in Santa Rosa since 1988. He graduated from UCSF School of Dentistry in 1980.

Dr. Jennifer Crandall, DDS
Dr. Crandall has been practicing general dentistry for over 28 years with an educational approach that is based in prevention.
She believes in providing her patients with all the appropriate treatment options available, while encouraging them to choose conservative dentistry that preserves and protects their remaining tooth structure.

Jay Uemura, DDS. - Periodontal Specialist
Junju Uemura, DDS – or Dr. Jay, as his patients and staff affectionately refer to him, received his BS degree in Biochemistry at Cal Poly State University in San Luis Obispo and worked as an analytical chemist for six years before realizing that dentistry was his true calling.

Dr. Nicklaus Morton, DDS
Nicklaus Morton D.D.S., M.S was born and raised in Sparks, NV. He attended the University of California San Diego for undergrad followed by dental school at the University of Pacific where he graduated with high honors and was inducted into the OKU honor society which is reserved for the top 12 % of the class.

Dalia Bacinskiene - R.D.H. - Registered Dental Hygienist
Dalia is a proud graduate of Santa Rosa Junior College Dental Hygiene Program’s class of 2005 - the 4th class in the nation. She holds a dental hygiene license with expanded duties in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation, and soft tissue curettage.

Elyce Ostermann - R.D.H. - Registered Dental Hygienist, B.A. in Psychology
Elyce is a proud graduate of the Santa Rosa Junior College Dental Hygiene Program, ranked 4th in the nation for quality and excellence in education. She currently holds a dental hygiene license with expanded duties in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide sedation and soft tissue curettage. She is also laser-certified with the WCLI Association Fellowship.

Stacey Lindell - Scheduling Coordinator
Stacey has been working in the dental field since she was eighteen and in this office since 2004. Stacey is our Scheduling Coordinator and is an expert at keeping our schedule running smoothly. She is also our interior decorator and can be credited with the warm, inviting look of our newly remodeled office. Stacey enjoys helping our patients and the rest of our wonderful team in any way she can.

Sue Lish - Treatment Coordinator/Practice Administrator
Sue has been in dentistry since 1980 when she started making crowns and dentures with a dentist friend in her home town of Cloverdale, California.
From there, she has extended her dental knowledge and experience by becoming a registered dental assistant, front office administrator, consultant, and trainer.

Ariel Vinas
Ariel Vinas graduated from the University of Puebla Mexico in 1990 with his BDSC Dental Degree. A year later, he came to the United States and obtained his licensing as a Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Functions and worked for the same office until coming to join Dr. Albers’ professional team in 2010.

Yvonne DeBaca, RDA
Yvonne is a Registered Dental Assisant and has been working in the dental field for over five years.
Yvonne has experience in both the front office, helping with administrative duties, as well as in the back office, assisting with patient care.


Office

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Dr. Albers office is located in beautiful Santa Rosa, California. With scenic wineries, breathtaking parks, and fine dining just minutes away from our office, your visit to us can be a vacation experience.


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Santa Rosa cosmetic dentist Dr. Albers has received over a dozen awards for excellence in teaching, exceptional professional service, academic accomplishments, and significant professional contributions to the art and science of dentistry, over the past two decades.

Learn more about Harry Albers, D.D.S.

Qualifications

Professional Development

During the past thirty years Dr. Albers has written several dental texts and lectured extensively on cosmetic and restorative dentistry.Currently his most popular program is a comprehensive study group on all phases of cosmetic and adhesive dentistry. He has also authored Tooth Colored Restoratives, presently in its ninth edition, which is considered industry standard for the selection and use of direct esthetic restoratives. Dr. Albers maintains a private practice in Santa Rosa, California, where he has lived since 1978.

Education

  • University of California at San Francisco Dental School Continuing from 1992 until 2002.
  • University of Washington Dental School Continuing from 1986 until 1999.
  • Oregon Health Sciences University Dental School Continuing from 1984 until 2001.
  • University of the Pacific Dental School (1983 until 1993)
  • Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry, August 1, 1994
  • Veterans Administration Hospital, San Francisco,
  • General Practice Residency, Completed June 1978
  • University of California, Los Angeles, D.D.S. Degree June 1977

Professional Accomplishments

  • Lifetime Service Award Academy of Adhesive and Cosmetic Dentistry. For the greatest contributions in advancementing the area of cosmetic and restorative dentistry. February 2004.
  • Masters of Esthetic Dentistry award from the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry. For the greatest contributions in advancementing the area of esthetic dentistry. January 2003.
  • T. Weclew Honorary Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry,For the most Outstanding Scientific Contributions to the Dental profession. August 1, 1994
  • Distinguished Service Award, For Outstanding Service to the Dental profession. Oregon Academy of General Dentistry, 1989-90
  • Distinguished Service Award, For Exceptional Service to the Dental profession. Academy of Cosmetic & Adhesive Dentistry, 1989
  • Education Service Award For Educational Contributions to the Dental profession. Association for Resin Dentistry Aesthetics, 1986
  • Who's Who in California Membership , In Recognition of Being an Important Person in the State of California. 1983
  • Dental Society Outstanding Leadership Award, In Recognition of Outstanding Leadership to the Dental Profession. Redwood Empire Dental Society, 1982
  • Outstanding Leadership Award In Recognition of Outstanding Leadership to the Dental Profession. California Dental Association, 1982
  • Outstanding Lecturer Award In Recognition in being the most Outstanding Educator at UCSF Dental School. Voted on by the Student Body. UCSF Dental School, 1980
  • Award for Outstanding Service In Recognition for Outstanding Service and Leadership to UCLA Dental School. UCLA Dental School, 1977
  • Phi Beta Kappa Scholarship Award, In Recognition of Overall Academic Excellence based on their academic achievement. University of California, Berkeley 1973
  • Academic College Scholarship for Community Leadership, A College Scholarship for Outstanding Leadership In Organizing Red Cross Community Service Programs in the Community. American Red Cross, 1969
  • Distinguished Service Award, for Outstanding Community Service, In Recognition for Outstanding Service to Bay Area Community. American Red Cross, 1968

Fellowships

  • Dr. Albers was named the "Weclew Hononary Fellowship" from the Academy of General Dentistry.

Memberships

  • Academy of Cosmetic and Adhesive Dentistry
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Who's Who In California
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • American Association For Dental Research
  • International Association For Dental Research
  • American Dental Association
  • American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry
  • California Dental Association
  • Redwood Empire Dental Association

Procedures

Cosmetic Dentistry

  • Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Tooth Shaping
  • Invisalign
  • Tooth Coloured Fillings
  • Esthetic Veneers
  • Cosmetic Bonding
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Proclaim Crowns
  • Before and after cases

Restorative Dentistry

  • Family Dentistry
  • Periodontal Gum Treatment
  • Treating Cracked Teeth
  • Root Canal
  • Implants
  • Crowns (Caps)
  • One Appointment Crowns
  • Laser Dentistry
  • Bonded Dental Bridges
  • Proclaim Bridges
  • Gold Restoration

Preventative Treatment

  • What is Preventive Care
  • Caring for your Teeth
  • Eating Right
  • Dental Check-ups
  • Dental Sealants
  • Periodontal Disease
  • Kicking the Habit
  • Mouth And Night Gaurds
  • Dental X-Rays
  • TMJ
  • Antibiotics with Treatment



Specialty:

general (cosmetic)

Associations

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Financial Information

Fees and Payment Plans


In order to control our costs and provide a better service for our patients there are specific finanical arrangments that we must adhere to.

  • For one-appointment services under one hundred dollars (cleanings, simple fillings, sealants, etc.) please make payment in full at the time the services are provided.
  • For one-treatment services over one hundred dollars payment may be made at the time the service is provided or in three monthly payments, the first being made at the time the services are provided.
  • For two appointment services (crowns, porcelain veneers, etc.) half of the estimated fee is payable at the start of treatment and the balance is due on completion of treatment.
  • We will be happy to assist you in handling your insurance claims. We prefer that you settle your account with us and allow your insurance carrier to reimburse you for the services provided.
  • Interest will be charged on balances over 60 days.

The fees we quote are estimates. It is not uncommon for a treatment plan to be altered once the treatment has begun and the full nature of the existing restorations is discovered.

Insurance & Cosmetic Dentistry


Modern cosmetic dentistry is one of the most desired dental services. What it can do for a smile is hard to describe in words and the value is difficult to measure. To most people the effect on ones health, appearance, and self-esteem are priceless.

Most insurance companies consider cosmetic dental work a luxury and do not include it in their coverage of benefits. This is not unusual in the health care field. Few, if any, medical policies cover elective surgery. The rare exception to this rule is in an accident case where cosmetic work is in line with correcting trauma.

Patients should be aware that even cosmetic dental procedures that are used to treat existing decay may not be covered under some dental plans. Many of these procedures (such as CMBRs), although used sucessfully for over a dozen years, are still considered "new" or "optional" by some insurance carriers and are not covered.

Fees charged for cosmetic procedures are generally higher than those for regular fillings and for maintenance care. These higher fees reflect the enormous amount of training and of time these procedures take to complete properly. In addition the materials and laboratory costs for cosmetic work are greater. Our primary concern is to provide you with the finest result possible. We feel your smile is worth the extra effort.

Many insurance companies that do claim to cover cosmetic procedures do so by allowing a very low reimbursement for such services. Though any assistance is welcome, the patient should not expect the major portion of these services to be covered by an insurance carrier.

As always, our staff will be happy to assist you in filing your dental claims. However, please remember, regardless of insurance coverage, the patient is fully responsible for the fees associated with their dental care.