Hlavaty Dental Arts

Dr. Shawn Hlavaty is pleased to bring his passion for helping patients achieve beautiful smiles and faces to the Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, and Summerland areas. Dr. Hlavaty attended New York University (NYU) for dental school and completed his implant training through NYU in conjunction with the Oral Surgery Clinics at Bellevue Hospital & NYU Medical Center. He’s always loved connecting with patients and partnering with them to create the smiles they’ve always wanted.

Specializing in implants, reconstructive cases, and cosmetic work, Dr. Shawn Hlavaty brings precision and a master craftsman's eye to each appointment—along with a firm belief that the patient experience should be prioritized above all else. He’s thrilled to open his own practice where he can create the dental environment his patients deserve.

"The thing I love about dentistry is that every patient is different, and each case poses different challenges. Dentistry allows me to make connections with people on a daily basis and I provide a service that can have a huge positive impact on a person's physical and mental well-being, as well as improving their daily quality of life."

“My whole underlying idea in creating my new office was to improve the overall patient experience. I wanted it to be inviting, comfortable, and relaxing, from the moment you walk in the door until all your treatment is complete,”

-Dr. Shawn Hlavaty