Santa Barbara's Premier Cosmetic & Implant Dentist
Restore your smile with Advanced Cosmetic and
Implant Dentistry in a modern, patient-focused office


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Monday - Thursday
9:00AM - 6:00PM

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Top-rated Santa Barbara cosmetic & implant dentist

DR. SHAWN HLAVATY DDS

Dr.  Hlavaty is proud to bring his passion for creating beautiful, healthy smiles to patients throughout Santa Barbara, Montecito, Goleta, and Summerland. He earned his dental degree from New York University (NYU) and completed advanced implant training through NYU in collaboration with the Oral Surgery Clinics at Bellevue Hospital and NYU Medical Center. Specializing in implants, reconstructive dentistry, and cosmetic smile design, Dr. Hlavaty approaches each case with precision, artistry, and a deep commitment to personalized care. He founded Hlavaty Dental Arts with a simple philosophy: exceptional dentistry should always be paired with an exceptional patient experience.

“What I love most about dentistry is that every patient is different. Each case presents unique challenges, and the work we do can have a meaningful impact on someone’s confidence, health, and quality of life.”

— Dr. Shawn Hlavaty

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cosmetic & implant dentistry
in santa barbara

the premier destination for
cosmetic dentistry
veneers & dental implants

At Hlavaty Dental Arts, advanced technology and artistic precision come together to create beautiful, lasting smiles. From subtle enhancements to complete smile transformations, every treatment is designed around your goals and delivered with exceptional care.

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experience Dentistry....redefined

At Hlavaty Dental Arts, we offer personalized solutions designed to restore comfort, function, and confidence — from custom night guards to dental implants and advanced cosmetic dentistry.  No One Forgets an Incredible Smile.  Do you feel confident when you smile and laugh?  If small imperfections are holding you back, Dr. Shawn Hlavaty can help.  As Santa Barbara’s premier cosmetic and implant dentist, he has helped countless patients achieve natural, beautiful smiles through personalized care and exceptional dentistry.

preventative dentistry

Thoughtful, proactive care designed to keep your smile beautiful and healthy for years to come.

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smile makeovers

A personalized combination of cosmetic treatments to create a beautifully balanced, confident smile.

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Porcelain veneers

Custom-crafted veneers designed to enhance the shape, color, and balance of your smile.

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Dental Implants

Permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement designed to restore strength, function, and confidence.

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full mouth reconstruction

Comprehensive treatment to restore health, function, and beauty to severely worn or damaged smiles.

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"I love that I get to help my patients get out of pain, be able to eat the things they haven’t in years, or have the new smile and the confidence they’ve always wanted. Dentistry now days is more than just treating teeth...it's treating you."

– Dr. Shawn Hlavaty

patient reviews

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This is hard for me to say especially since I have anxiety with dentist and have had bad experience with other dentist. Here I had none of that and they worked with me the whole way through knowing my level of anxiety associated with my past experiences. Highly recommend

Steve

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Very good experience here, office was mellow, relaxing, and staff was amazing from the minute I was greeted by front desk and spoke with hygienist to when Dr. Hlavaty was extracting my wisdom tooth. I highly recommend them

Stephen D.

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What a fantastic experience for our family! We just Love Dr. Shawn, the office staff, and his beautiful new office! Great location and the most professional service in this town. We have found our dental home!

Andrea K.

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I had the best experience at a dental office. Staff extremely professional, spacious office, calm environment, and an amazing capable dentist. I felt not only in good hands but also very relaxed and comfortable.

Fabiana A.

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Saw me on a emergency referral. Made the pain go away and also handled my less than capable pharmacist to make sure i got my meds. Couldn't sing his praises enough.

Nicholas L.

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The hygienist diligently remove years of plaque buildup. Thank you! Dr. Shawn is first dentist to offer me a solution for a gap in my back teeth that always traps food. Love the TV on the ceiling! Beautiful new office, great team.

Darlynne L.

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If you are looking for a dentist in SB, you need look no further. Dr. Hlavaty has been my dentist for years...and I'm a dentist myself! The dentist of dentists is the one you want. The office is amazing and the staff, top notch. 5 stars!

Bobby B.

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Giving back in Santa Barbara


Keeping our community smiling

We love to keep our community smiling both in and out of the office. That’s why Hlavaty Dental Arts is proud to give back to several community organizations in Santa Barbara.

BCRC LogoOne805 logoTeddy Bear Cancer Foundation LogoMuseum of Contemporary Arts Santa Barbara LogoLaguna Blanca School LogoSanta Barbara High School Logo

Logo for the Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Society....One of my affiliated associationsLogo for the American Dental Association...a professional association I am affiliated withLogo for the California Dental Association...a professional association I am affiliated withLogo for the America's Best Dentists...a professional award that I was nominated for and recievedLogo for the Global Dental Implant Academy...a professional association I am affiliated with

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