Dr. Richard Hagstrom, DDS, La Mesa, CA | Dentist

About Dr. Richard Hagstrom

Dr. Hagstrom graduated number one in his class from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 1987, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He has been practicing in the El Cajon/La Mesa area since then. He completed a residency in Myofascial Pain Dysfunction at USC and trains annually at the Center for Advanced Dental Study in St. Petersburg, Florida, with Dr. Peter Dawson. Dr. Hagstrom is known as a ?Physician of the Mouth,? not just a ?Tooth Doctor!? He performs permanent restorative dentistry using the latest proven cosmetic dental materials. Dr. Hagstrom has been a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry since 1995. Most recently, he completed and earned his Fellowship in Implant Dentistry from the California Implant Institute. He also has advanced training in treating the ?dental phobic? patient. His philosophy is to listen attentively to his patients and treat each one individually based on what they want to accomplish, tailoring care to fit their specific situation. He employs the latest in sedation dentistry techniques, allowing patients to take a pill and go to sleep. He is a charter member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS) and was among the first to obtain a Certificate for Oral Conscious Sedation issued by the State of California.

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Popular visit reasons

Bridge

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Dental Consultation

Dental Surgery

Pediatric Dentist Consultation

Periodontal Maintenance

Prescription / Refill

Root Canal

Bridge

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Dental Consultation

Dental Surgery

Office location

A Shop for Smiles

8923 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942

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Education and background

Practice names

A Shop for Smiles

Education and training

Dental School - University of Southern California, Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Southern California (Residency)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1316057367

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What practice does Dr. Richard Hagstrom work with?

Dr. Richard Hagstrom works with A Shop for Smiles.

Where is Dr. Richard Hagstrom's office located?

Dr. Richard Hagstrom's office is located at 8923 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Hagstrom?

Dr. Richard Hagstrom frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Pediatric Dentist Consultation, and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Hagstrom on their profile.