Care · San Francisco, California
Everything we do, and what it actually involves.
Tidemark keeps a short list on purpose. General dentistry, cleanings, whitening and Invisalign are the four things we do day in, day out for San Francisco families, so this page sets out how each one is planned and what you can expect in the chair.
The Treatments
Four things, done properly.
General Dentistry
Exams, fillings and the everyday care that stops small problems becoming large ones. We show you what we see, explain what it means, and tell you plainly whether anything needs doing now.
- A full look at teeth, gums and bite
- Fillings and repairs to chipped or worn teeth
- A written plan only after you have agreed to it
Cleanings
A thorough professional clean, then a straightforward conversation about what is already working at home and what could be made easier. The same appointment suits a first‑grader and a grandparent.
- Scale and polish with time to talk it through
- Brushing and flossing advice that fits your routine
- Family appointments arranged close together
Whitening
Professional whitening planned around your own teeth rather than a one‑size shade chart. We talk about the realistic result first, so the outcome looks like you on a good day.
- Shade assessment before anything starts
- A plan that accounts for fillings and crowns
- Guidance on keeping the result
Invisalign
Clear aligners for teens and adults who would rather not wear brackets. We map the sequence out before you commit, so you know what the months ahead actually look like.
- An honest answer on whether aligners suit your case
- The full sequence explained up front
- Check‑ins through the plan
Choosing
Which appointment do you actually need?
A quick way to narrow it down before you write to us. If none of these quite fits, describe it in your own words in the form and we will tell you which visit to book.
| General Dentistry | Cleaning | Whitening | Invisalign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Something aches, chipped or feels wrong | ||||
| Routine check and a professional clean | ||||
| You want a brighter shade | ||||
| You want teeth straightened without brackets | ||||
| Suitable for kids and teens | ||||
| Starts with a conversation, not treatment |
Every path begins the same way: we look, we explain, and nothing is booked in until you say go\u00a0ahead.
How We Plan It
From your first message to an agreed plan.
The sequence is the same whichever treatment you come in for, because the part that matters is understanding the options before anything starts.
Prefer the short version? See your first visit on the home page.
- Step oneYou write to usWho the appointment is for and what you would like looked at. A few lines is plenty.
- Step twoWe confirm a timeWe reply with a time that works and anything worth knowing before you arrive.
- Step threeExam and conversationWe look properly, show you what we find, and explain it in ordinary words.
- Step fourOptions, not a verdictEach route laid out with the reasoning, the sequence and what it means for you.
- Step fiveA plan you agreed toTreatment is booked only once you have said yes. You can take the plan away and think about it.
Book an Appointment
Tell us what you need looked at.
New patients and returning ones, adults and kids. Name the treatment if you know it, describe the problem if you do not, and we will come back to you with a time.
Still reading up? The common questions cover anxiety, long gaps between visits and booking for the whole family.