Dr. Robert Schaffer, DDS, San Diego, CA | Dentist

About Dr. Robert Schaffer

Dr. Schaffer commissioned as a Naval Officer and awarded a Health Professional Scholarship from the United States Navy to attend New York University College of Dentistry, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Following graduation, he was promoted to Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and completed a postdoctoral residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina. During his service, Dr. Schaffer gained extensive experience as a Senior Dental Officer, including deployment with the Marines to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. There, he supported both combat readiness and humanitarian missions for the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit. He later served at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, providing dental care to active duty Marines, Sailors, and recruits. Dr. Schaffer is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, California Dental Society, San Diego County Dental Society, and Seattle Study Club, and has completed extensive continuing education in Invisalign, Six Month Smiles, Lumineers, cosmetic dentistry, and implant dentistry. After six years as a partner in a successful private practice in Wilmington, North Carolina, Dr. Schaffer and his family returned to San Diego, where they are proud to once again call home.

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Popular visit reasons

Bad breath/Halitosis

Bridge

Dental Consultation

Dental Emergency

New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)

Periodontal Maintenance

Teeth Bonding

Tooth Extraction

Bad breath/Halitosis

Bridge

Dental Consultation

Dental Emergency

Office location

Schaffer Dental Excellence

12750 Carmel Country Rd, Ste 205, San Diego, CA 92130

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Education and background

Practice names

Schaffer Dental Excellence

Education and training

Dental School - New York University College of Dentistry, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Residency in Advanced General Dentistry

Professional memberships

American Dental Association

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1558335505

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What practice does Dr. Robert Schaffer work with?

Dr. Robert Schaffer works with Schaffer Dental Excellence.

Where is Dr. Robert Schaffer's office located?

Dr. Robert Schaffer's office is located at 12750 Carmel Country Rd, San Diego, CA 92130.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Robert Schaffer?

Dr. Robert Schaffer frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Consultation, Dental Emergency, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Tooth Extraction. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Robert Schaffer on their profile.