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National Dental Hygiene Month: Find Your Trusted Dentist in Ventura County

Every October, we celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month — a time to raise awareness about the importance of oral care and to honor the essential role of dental hygienists in keeping our smiles healthy.

This initiative reminds us to:

Brush and floss daily for a lifetime of healthy teeth.
Focus on prevention, not just aesthetics.
Appreciate the hygienists who help protect our oral and overall health.

Did you know?
Oral hygiene isn’t only about your teeth — it’s connected to your heart, immune system, and even your mental health.

You can also find your trusted dentist for routine dental checkups and professional dental cleaning at any of our dental clinics in Newbury Park, Ventura, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, and Santa Paula. Schedule your appointment today with a local dentist and keep your smile shining!

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Channel Islands Family Dental

Smarter Prevention for a Healthier You

Oral Health & Whole-Body Connection

Your mouth reflects your overall health. Poor hygiene can cause inflammation, affect the heart or diabetes control, and weaken your immune system. A clean mouth supports total well-being.

The Role of Dental Hygienists

Dental hygienists prevent disease before it starts. They remove buildup, spot early issues, and guide you on daily care to keep your smile strong year-round.

Modern Hygiene, Modern Tools

New technologies make oral care smarter and easier — from smart brushes and water flossers to 3D imaging and AI that detect problems early.

Our Reviews

What our patients are saying…

Excellent

Channel Islands Family Dental Office- Port Hueneme

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Britain Hart

I went into this office under recommendation and they couldn’t of been better of a recommendation!! Dr. was very patient with me and gave me quality time to really weigh pros and cons of my dental plan for a very sensitive situation. I was very stressed and worried; but leaving the office I felt confident and secure in our decision with my teeth moving forward. I am a professional athlete and Dr. Gustavo really put himself in my shoes on how urgent the matter was. If I could choose one dentist in world; it would be him! The rest of the staff was friendly and thorough... with a beautiful clean office.

Tom Gomez

The staff was awesome! Denise was great and answered all my questions and has great customer service. Dr. Aida was super cool! No pain.
Definitely recommend this group!

Mega Check Cashing

EXCELLENT SERVICE. EXCELLENT PEOPLE, they take care of me like if I knew them for 10 years+
The ladies are super helpful and make you feel at home while the dentist is super caring and takes the stress off your ease! Definitely my new dentist from now on 5/5 stars ⭐️!

Sarah Reyna

Finally found a dentist I like and trust! They are very thorough here, the OD explained everything he needed to do and why, answered all my questions, addressed and fixed all my concerns, did a deep cleaning and even took care of my smallest concerns like a strange chip in my tooth and they take medi-cal!

COVID UPDATE: Carol did my cleaning today and she was extremely thorough, sweet and communicated to me all of the issues she found, what was good, what wasn’t good and what I could work more on and the specific tools I needed. Appreciated her transparency and the dentist office has made changes to protect and keep everyone safe. For cleanings in particular they stopped using the machine that blows all the air around and opt for hand cleaning instead which I feel is more precise. Carol then explained if she needed the bigger tools she would use them but prefers to air on the side of caution and prefers hand cleaning anyway

All staff is always very nice and cool as well!

Catherine Thomas

This is not in the best location, but the kindness of the staff and dentist really do make up for that. I have been going here for almost 2 years. They are very open to working with your schedule. They are also great at getting you in very quickly.

Eric Kreis

I was hesitant to change dentists after my previous dentist sold their practice. I'm glad I decided to give Channel Islands Family Dental a try. I was more than pleased. Their family-oriented practice, with a friendly, helpful office staff and very qualified dentist far exceeded my expectations.

Valeria Nunez

I had a killer toothache and was referred by a friend. They were able to get me in on an emergency appointment the same day and were very accommodating when I explained my previous experiences with dentists. Hoping to make this my new regular care office. So far, nothing but a good experience

Frank Perez

Im never there for a long time. Once I'm seated. I'm out very quickly. Love it!
Doctors are professional and make me feel at ease.

Sidney Medrano

Always great service professional dentist and staff caring and helpful to your need and explanation of process to helping improve your experience and safety with covid vary clean and disinfect

Judith Ortiz

This place is awesome, Elisa and the entire staff are great. The dentist is super awesome I felt almost no pain, they made me feel so relaxed I almost fell asleep. I totally recommend them. ? Oh and I would still give them the same review gift card or not.

Denise Avalos Proefrock

This Office Is Great ! The Staff Is Professional and Friendly. The Doctor Is Totally The Best At His Job He Makes You Feel At Ease. I'm Glad I Found This Dentist.

Juan Anthony Baltazar

im normally scared of the dentist but when i came here they made me fill comfortable and were very helpful and nice. makes me less scared now.

Warit Kritalukkul

Excellent service and follow up. Very pleased with my visit. Doctor Johnson was very prompted and quickly diagnosed my symptoms. Great place! I highly recommend it.

jennifer rodriguez

Channel Islands Family Dental has a friendly and welcoming staff. Eliza starts off your appointment with a positive attitude and makes you feel comfortable. The receptionist Mayra is also very welcoming once you walk in. Great experience! I would recommend you to come and give them a visit!

stoned wbu

Great with their patients! Always keeping up with teeth cleaning and check ups! definitely somewhere you wanna start going. Did an amazing job on my teeth this time and every other time. Dr is nice and so are the assistants as well as the receptionist.

susan europa

I’m an old patient on this clinic and so with the other 4 family members of mine. We have been patients in this clinic since 2014. We moved out of the city of Oxnard on 2018 and decided to come back this Jan. 2020 on this dental clinic because of its good quality care. They have good customer service. The receptionist are so patient and friendly in making appointments. They always make it to a point to accommodate the dates that we are available. The dentist cleans the teeth very well. I would highly recommend this dental facility. More power to Dr. Gustavo and all his staff.

Esme

Great experiences. Helpful and calm staff. Always gets the job done in little time.

Ash Mack

Great experience from start to finish. Receptionist friendly. Dental assistant very helpful with my daughter. Dentist made sure I was comfortable throughout dental procedure. I already recommended this office to a family member!

Mayra Tapia

Great experience! Everyone so nice starting at the front desk to people working in the back.
Get everything fast and not a lot of waiting.
I would recommend this place to anyone looking for great service.

Michele Kirby

Omg, where to start. I hadn't been to the dentist in 20 years. Every person, from the receptionist to the dental hygienist to the Dr. we're exceptional!!! All were knowledgeable and performed their jobs with efficiency and professionalism! Courteous and friendly. I will recommend them to all of my family and friends.

Nancy Sanchez

From check in a pleasant experience begins. The assistant was very kind and funny. Dr Gustavo was amazing and gentle. Now I'm actually excited to come for dental work. Thank you!

The OG GM's Adventures.

very quick, very friendly, the x ray tech obviously had no clue what she was going and almost whacked em a few times but the rest of the staf was amazing and honest

Brittani Hall

Channel Islands Family Dental is awesome, the staff is friendly and professional make you feel really comfortable. Thank you for such great work.
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Desiree Perez

I've been coming to this location for over a year but just had to have work done besides cleanings. The staff is always so kind and the dentist pulled 2 teeth with very minimal pain. I definitely recommend this place to anyone that needs quality work done. Every one is so kind from the office ladies, the dental assistants and hygienist and the dentist is amazing.

Desiree Perez

Jesica Galabiz

First off staff is very friendly and accommodating helpful and you feel at home. The doctors are very professional and work with care and professionalism. I would recommend you visit this office I am a patient from years back and have returned due to the staff and doctor being the best.

roseana madrigal

I have found this amazing dentist I have had up most good experience. I do recommend this dentist. Does an amazing job and his not ruff.

Henry Gonzalez

Very professional staff they made me feel like if I was family, dr dash was amazing I recommend this dentist

Joshua Glass

Super cool staff and talented dentists. Jonathan is really good with people and is great at what he does. I recommend CIFD.

Yanet Ramirez

Quick, and easiest process visiting a dental office.Would recommend to any and everyone!

Nicolas Ball

They are really proffesional. Thank yall.

askthemechanic

Professional and efficient, highly recommend them, pleasant staff, coming back for more work soon!

Margaret Huge

First of all, i'm terrorized of dentists! I have gone to several, and even if they may seem capable, their "attitudes" have been discouraging. Instead, I have to say, that at the Channel Islands Family Dental Office there is an atmosphere of courtesy and friendliness with all the people working there. And Dr. Tebyani deserves the biggest compliment! Besides his incredible sense of humor, he has professional expertise with how he handles my teeth. It's reassuring, and I feel the confidence of being in good hands. Definitely, this dental office has the unique combination of competence and courtesy combined! I recommend it to anyone.

anthony wrecenyar

Took my daughter for exam, cleaning and x-rays. She's on medi-cal. She had them done and a small cavity filled. From time we walked in to leaving was about 1 hour. Work was done well. Staff was friendly. Daughter was happy. I recommend this dental service.

Lucia Benitez

Quick, and easiest process visiting a dental office. Staff is incredibly nice and helpful. Would recommend to any and everyone!

Ruth Boyko

I talked to Jessica, Crystal, Kristina, and Dr. Merat. They were ssso helpful and friendly. Every time I called on the phone they were polite and helped me with my questions. Dr. Merat was very gentle and careful when she worked on my mouth. She explained what she was doing and helped me with any questions I had. She did not try to sell me any dental work I didn’t need. I am happy with their customer hospitality and dental work.

Angel Marquez

The whole staff was very helpful. Being it was my first time back to a dentist in years. I felt comfortable as soon as walked in. The whole office was knowledgeable and seem to really care. Looking forward to other visits. Thank you!!

Sonia Campos De Renteria

Great dentist! They know what they are doing and they have super friendly staff!

Maricela Flores

Came in today for my yearly checkup, staff was very friendly and their was little wait time. Would definitely recommend this place, very inexpensive and friendly environment.

Maira

Super friendly staff...Nice clean office...I was extremely satisfied with their service! I received a goodie bag which is a plus!!

Alexa .

Super friendly staff...Nice clean office...I was extremely satisfied with their service! I received a goodie bag which is a plus!!

FAQ: Your Questions, Answered!

Why is oral hygiene important for overall health?

Because your mouth is connected to your entire body. Poor oral hygiene can cause inflammation that spreads through the bloodstream, increasing the risk of heart disease, diabetes complications, and a weakened immune system.

How often should I visit a dental hygienist?

Most people should schedule a hygiene visit every six months. Regular cleanings help prevent cavities and gum disease, while allowing early detection of any issues before they become serious.

Can I find quality, family-friendly dental care at your Newbury Park, Ventura, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, and Santa Paula dental clinics?

Absolutely! Our local dental clinics are committed to providing family dental care where patients of all ages can find a trusted dentist. We prioritize your peace of mind by offering services with guaranteed warmth, high quality, and utmost safety. Our experienced dentists and dental hygienists ensure every visit contributes to your oral health and a lifetime of healthy teeth through excellent dental checkups and personalized oral care.

What are the best daily habits for maintaining good oral hygiene?

Brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, floss daily, stay hydrated, and limit sugary foods. Combine these habits with regular professional care for the best results.

How is technology improving dental hygiene today?

Modern tools like smart toothbrushes, water flossers, 3D imaging, and AI-assisted diagnostics make prevention easier, more precise, and more comfortable — helping you protect your smile with confidence.