We are conveniently located in the Laguna Plaza Shopping Center, near the intersection of Fremont & Canyon Del Rey boulevards. Walk-ins & emergency visits are always welcome!
Dr. Renuka Kucherlapati is a highly skilled dentist dedicated to providing quality dental care to her patients. Dr. Renuka is a trailblazing dentist with a passion for minimal invasive & aesthetic dentistry. She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with flying colors, securing two national awards for academic excellence.
Dr. Renuka obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery from The University of Colorado. She is a champion of evidence-based dentistry & makes it her mission to stay up-to-date with the latest technology & advancements in patient care. She attends continued dental education programs regularly & reads published articles to provide the best possible care for her patients.
Dr. Renuka’s unwavering dedication to her patients is what sets her apart. She finds joy in seeing a big smile on a patient’s face after performing a dental procedure & eating a perfectly fried chicken sandwich to cap off a day of hard work.
When not perfecting smiles, she enjoys hitting the trails with her husband & friends. Recently, she accomplished an impressive feat, scaling her first 14er in Colorado! Come experience exceptional dental care with Dr. Renuka & her team.
Dr.Shruthi Srinivasan earned her Master of Public Health from the University of South Florida & Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Colorado. She comes equipped with diverse clinical, research & public health experience, as well as an unflinching commitment to effective oral health policy & practice.
As a clinician, she wishes to be an ally to every patient & intends to provide a safe space to everyone who seeks care. Dr.Shruthi is a proponent of evidence-based dentistry & constantly strives to stay abreast with advancements in dentistry through continuing education.
Dr.Shruthi is an aesthete & loves indulging in art. Her best companions are books, dogs & a hot cup of coffee.
Dr. Aditi Sharma is a passionate & gentle dentist who has been practicing dentistry since 2009. She earned her DDS degree from the prestigious UCSF School of Dentistry after completing advanced training in Periodontology (MDS). Dr. Sharma was awarded membership of the UCSF chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) National Dental Honor Society for her exceptional skills, an honor given to only the top 12 percent of the class. Her patients describe her as a compassionate & skilled dentist who is known for her great chairside manner.
Besides dentistry, she enjoys driving, cooking & listening to music.
Dr. Sharma believes that “ambition is the path to success & persistence is the vehicle you arrive in.
She aims to provide quality dental care to her patients at Central Coast Dental Care,
Monterey location, & strives for excellence in every dental procedure she performs.
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Tyson T. feels privileged to be a part of the Central Coast Dental Care Team. He worked as a dental assistant for 13 years before finding his passion in dental hygiene. He graduated from Carrington College in 2015 & loves taking care of his patients’ oral health & concerns while providing the highest standard of care.
When he is not in the office, Tyson enjoys hiking, biking, golf & cars. He also enjoys spending my time relaxing at home with his cat Ky’Lee.
After earning a bachelor’s in dental surgery (BDS) in India in 2009, Dr. Mayank Sharma graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Mayank Sharma has extensive experience in general dentistry, acquired at UCSF as well as work he did in India & Australia. He also likes to work for the community & has contributions to The American Red Cross, The Indian Red Cross Society, Mission of Mercy project, & Community Dental Clinic at UCSF amongst numerous others.
His patients describe him as a compassionate & skilled dentist who is known for great chairside manners. Besides dentistry, he likes to visit new places & watch movies. He is an avid musician & a guitarist.
Dr. Sharma believes that, “All the hard work put into training as a dentist is paid off after seeing my patient’s beautiful & thankful smile!”
Dr. Patricia Arciniega grew up in Baja, Mexico, & after practicing for a few years, migrated to Southern California & received her license to practice in 2000. Dr. Patricia had a successful practice in the south Bay Area & has been dedicated to her patients since then. She is always striving to learn more to provide the best dental treatment to the community with a personable, simple approach.
Dr. Patricia’s inspiration is her family. She loves the beach & recently moved to the Central Coast to live on the coast & search for growth opportunities. Dr. Patricia enjoys yoga & nature, so you may see her hiking on the area trails!
Dr. Holm earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Loma Linda University, but his dedication to learning did not stop there. Continuous education keeps his skills strong & relevant, giving him the confidence to give his patients at Central Coast Dental Care the very best of what modern dental technology can provide.
Born to life-long medical missionary parents, Dr. Holm was instilled with the importance of giving help & relief to those who are hurting or in pain. In order to provide truly personalized dental care, he gets to know each patient individually to discover what makes them unique & builds on those elements to not only produce long-term relationships but also ensure each patient is relaxed & comfortable in his care. He feels honored that so many people in the community place their trust in him & those he works with at Central Coast Dental Care.
Outside the office, Dr. Holm loves spending time with his five daughters. He also has a variety of hobbies, including traveling, being outdoors, fishing, sports, scuba diving, & fine woodworking. He also loves cooking & collecting antiques, anything from furniture to vintage autos.
Kristen Comello has been a hygienist for over twelve years on the Monterey Peninsula. She is a wife & a mother of three boys. She is super passionate about helping patients with their homecare, & giving you a gentle but thorough cleaning.
She started a nonprofit to help kids learn how to brush their teeth. She’s helped thousands of kids on the Monterey Peninsula learn how to brush their teeth & she has given them tools for success. She loves spending time with her family, watching her boys play baseball, surf, & paddleboard on the river.
With practices across Monterey county & beyond, Dr. Sumeet Singh is fulfilling his vision of providing trusted, comfortable & affordable dental care in a family oriented environment.
Dr. Singh earned his DDS degree with honors in Esthetics from the prestigious New York University & has been passionately practicing dentistry since 2009. Dr. Singh was awarded fellowship from the American Academy of General Dentistry, an honor held by only 6% of dentists. He believes in comprehensive treatment diagnosis & skills to execute the services needed with a very high level of predictive success. He is committed to staying at the forefront of dentistry by participating in regular educational courses & workshops. His current interest is in treating patients needing full-mouth reconstruction of natural teeth &/or missing teeth with implants.
Dr. Singh is a strong believer in technology, & all his offices have state-of-the-art equipment. He is an active speaker & holds weekly conferences with open communication amongst all his team members.
Dr. Singh loves to golf & explore new places. He has a passion for public speaking & enjoys spending time with his wife, Dr. Harleen, & their five-year-old son, Gurshan.
Dr. Michael Rice was born & raised in Southern California. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Sciences from UCLA before earning his doctorate degree from the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Upon completing his education, Dr. Rice moved to Texas to fulfill his commitment as a U.S. Army dentist. There he also completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency & earned his Master’s Degree in Oral Biology. He now lives in Marina with his wife, Taryn, & dog, Tusker.
Adriana was born & raised on the Monterey Peninsula & received her AAS in Dental Hygiene from Cabrillo College in 2018. She is an active member of the California Dental Hygienist’s Association & prides herself in staying current with the latest research & information about dental care. She loves getting to know her patients & being able to educate them about their oral health. Many of her patients describe her as gentle yet very thorough. When Adriana is not practicing dental hygiene she loves to travel, try new restaurants, spend time with her family & friends, & attend sporting events!
Esther’s favorite part of working in the dental world is being able to help patients improve their oral health & building friendships. Her patients’ comfort is a high priority & alleviating any issues they have is very rewarding for her. She was born & raised in Monterey County & received her AAS in Dental Hygiene from Cabrillo College. Her life is filled with joy for her daughter Isabel & outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, family & friends.
Dr. Harleen Kaur is a general, restorative & cosmetic dentist who has been practicing dentistry since 2009. After achieving her Doctoral of Dental Surgery (DDS) from prestigious NYU she moved to California to establish her career. She devotes many days each year to continuing her education through seminars, study clubs & conferences in order to keep up to date with the latest changes & techniques in dentistry. She believes in giving & has been able to raise public awareness to deliver significant results that have left a lasting impact. Her refreshing personality helps put you at ease & feel comfortable during your dental visit. Dr. Kaur enjoys singing, reading, playing tennis & traveling with her husband & their son, Gurshan.
A 2016 graduate from the NYU College of Dentistry, Dr. Karanjit K. Dhillon started her dental career in California. Dr. Dhillon has been practicing general/family dentistry, including restorative (fillings, crowns, bridges), cosmetic (veneers & Invisalign treatment), teeth cleanings, extractions, wisdom teeth & root canal fillings.
Following her belief in giving back to the community, Dr. Dhillon has provided dental needs to dental patients in underserved areas & has been a part of a volunteer organization that provides services to promote health care. She also serves as a Captain in the U.S. army. She is committed to continual professional development within dentistry.
She has been married for 5 years now & loves spending time with her family which includes her husband & fellow dentist, Dr. Ravneet Dhillon, & her 14 month son Ruaan. They are expecting their second child in July.
She is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association & Monterey Bay Dental Society.
Dr. Priyanka Chitkul is a friendly & passionate dentist who provides a wide variety of dental services & is committed to providing the best patient care through high-quality service.
Dr. Chitkul earned her DDS degree from the University of California, San Francisco & has been working as a general dentist since 2010. With a passion for continuing education, she is dedicated to staying up to date on new procedures, techniques & technology. She loves the benefits that advances in dentistry bring to her patients. She is empathetic toward patients’ needs & understands the importance of collaborative & personalized dental care. Her greatest joy is to restore a patient’s smile!
