Preventive and Periodontal Dentistry in San Diego

While Hornbrook Center for Dentistry is known for our industry-leading cosmetic dental services, we also provide ongoing care and maintenance for patients in need of preventive dentistry in San Diego. In fact, many of Dr. Hornbrook’s and Dr. Souza's patients are dentists as well.

Our emphasis on cosmetics and optimal oral health impacts everything that we do. How can we help you to create the smile of your dreams?

Laser Decontamination

One of the things that makes our hygiene department unique is our implementation of soft tissue lasers for decontamination purposes. During preventive dental cleaning appointments, the state-of-the-art device is used to reduce the number of active bacteria along the gumlines, promoting healthier teeth and smiles. This laser decontamination dental cleaning is included in the price of the dental cleaning, which ranges between $150 to $250. We also utilize Diagnodent laser cavity detection as part of your checkup.

Periodontal Therapy with Lasers

When managing periodontal disease, laser periodontal therapy is an efficient way to boost your response to deep cleaning for gum disease or scaling and root planing procedures. The tool is used in combination with ultrasonic dental cleaning instrumentation. Depending on the type of insurance that you carry, we may break the visit up into multiple appointments.


Because gum disease can jeopardize the health of both your smile and your body, we frequently provide gum disease screening as part of each routine dental exam. Patients seeking periodontal disease treatment, a dentist for bleeding gums, or a dentist for gum infection can benefit from early diagnosis and care.

Dental Guards for Snoring, Bruxing (Grinding) and Athletics

A custom made mouthguard is one of the best ways to avoid damage to your smile or an accidental injury.


  • Snore Guards: No sleep study necessary. If you battle with snoring, all we need is an impression to have a lab made device ready for you to sleep in. Our snore guard dentist services provide a comfortable solution for many patients.
  • Sports Guards: From traditional guards to Under Armour devices for improved performance, our custom appliances offer greater protection for the athlete in your family. As a sports mouthguard dentist, we create appliances tailored to your needs.
  • Bruxing Guards: Chronic clenching and grinding can break or wear down your teeth. We have a variety of different designs available, from NTI splints to full arch guards. Patients looking for a bruxism night guard, teeth grinding guard, or clenching guard dentist solutions can explore several options.
  • Deprogrammers: As part of your full mouth rehabilitation, it may be necessary to wear a dental deprogrammer appliance or “release appliance” for the 2-3 weeks prior to having impressions made. This type of full mouth rehabilitation guard can play an important role in treatment planning.


Depending on the type of guard being made, costs range from $450 to $900.

Dental Exams and VELScope Oral Cancer Screenings

New patient dental exam and recall dental exam appointments generally cost between $150 to $250 without dental insurance. As part of your detailed evaluation, we implement modern oral cancer screening tools like VELScope oral cancer screening, helping your oral cancer screening dentist identify pathological or precancerous tissues earlier than ever.

We Welcome New Patients

Has it been longer than six months since your last dental checkup with X-rays? Call Hornbrook Center for Dentistry in San Diego today Whether you need preventive cleanings and gum disease care, VELScope oral cancer screening, laser periodontal therapy, or custom dental appliances such as snore guards, sports guards, and bruxism guards, our team is here to help you maintain a healthy smile.