Dr. Ryan Escudero, DMD

Dr. Escudero is a 1998 honor graduate of the University of California in San Diego, where he was made a Caledonian Society Inductee for exceptional academic achievement. He went on to enroll in the Tufts School of Dental Medicine as a recipient of the Tufts Merit Scholarship. Before graduating in 2005, Dr. Escudero had the privilege of making Dean’s honor roll and Dean’s list for high performance on National Boards. He was also the recipient of the Dr. Justin Lee Altshuler, D46, and Bernice Lee Altshuler Family Endowed Prize for Ethics Today, Dr. Escudero enjoys serving his patients and teaching them how to achieve and preserve a beautiful, healthy smile. He is a proud member of the American Dental Association, as well as the California Dental Association and Orange County Dental Society. Dr. Escudero emphasizes the importance of continually improving and giving back to others. He serves as a mentor to prospective dentists and enjoys volunteering both locally and abroad. He also enjoys continuing his education and deepening his understanding of oral care as information and advancements evolve in modern dentistry. Dr. Escudero believes that trust, communication, and education should be the foundation of a strong dentist-patient relationship and is constantly emphasizing the importance of preventive care in his practice. Dr. Escudero takes a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to dentistry, ensuring that patients receive inclusive treatment that addresses the source rather than just the symptom. When he isn’t protecting, improving or restoring his patients’ smiles, Dr. Escudero can be found biking, hiking, or cooking meals with his family. …read more