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Santa Monica, CA · Trusted since 1987

Creating beautiful smiles in Santa Monica for nearly four decades.

Dr. Shula Harkavy, DDS and Dr. Dennis Ragoza, DMD provide exceptional dentistry in a compassionate, friendly atmosphere on Wilshire Boulevard — serving Santa Monica, the greater LA area, and newcomers to the city.

Serving Santa Monica since 1987 Nearly 92% of patients with us 30+ years ADA · CDA · Invisalign · iTero
What makes us different

A trusted Santa Monica dentist for more than three decades.

Hale & Hale, DDS has operated on Wilshire Boulevard since 1987. Nearly 92% of our patients have been with us for 30 years or more — people trust us because we take time to know them, deliver meticulous work, and never rush a visit.

01 · Since 1987

Three-decade reputation

Trusted by entertainment and technology professionals, community leaders, and families across greater Los Angeles.

02 · Loyalty

92% of patients 30+ years

Our patient retention rate speaks louder than any marketing. People stay because they feel like part of the family.

03 · Comprehensive

Preventive to full-mouth

Cleanings, sealants, fluoride, oral cancer screening, scaling & root planing, fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, and full-mouth reconstruction.

04 · Cosmetic

Veneers & smile makeovers

Porcelain veneers, tooth bonding, tooth contouring, professional whitening, and complete smile makeovers — done in-house.

05 · Specialty

Invisalign, TMJ & sleep

Invisalign and iTero scanning on-site. TMD/TMJ treatment with custom night guards. Sleep apnea treatment with dental appliances.

06 · Wilshire & Yale

2901 Wilshire Blvd

Suite 301 in Santa Monica, easy to reach from across greater LA. Compassionate team, upscale office.

Meet Your Dentists

Dr. Shula Harkavy & Dr. Dennis Ragoza

Two dentists, one roof — and nearly four decades of continuity at Hale & Hale. Both doctors handle the full scope of general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, with meticulous attention to how your smile looks and functions long-term.

Dr. Shula Harkavy

DDS · Westchester resident

Grew up in Seattle, WA and now lives in Westchester. Completed undergraduate studies at the University of Washington, then dental school at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. Completed a residency at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles before joining Hale & Hale.

Dr. Dennis Ragoza

DMD · Manhattan Beach resident

Grew up in Fairfield, CT. Earned both his undergraduate and dental degrees from the University of Connecticut, then completed a residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, NY. Now lives in Manhattan Beach and sees patients Monday through Friday.

Insurance & Payment

Most PPO plans accepted. CareCredit for the rest.

Hale & Hale accepts most PPO dental insurance plans, with multiple payment options including online payment and CareCredit financing. Our front desk verifies your benefits at check-in — no surprises, no hidden fees.

What patients say

Thirty-plus years of five-star trust.

I always feel like I am part of the family.

— Chanel C.

There was no need for topical anesthetic and very little discomfort in the process.

— Rod C.

No one knows that I'm wearing Invisalign. It gives me more confidence when I'm dealing with people.

— Brock
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Real humans at the front desk, no auto-reply loops. Tell us what you'd like — a new-patient cleaning, cosmetic consult, Invisalign, implants, or an emergency — and anything you want us to know up front.

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Common questions

What to expect at your first visit.

What services do you offer?

The full scope of general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry: cleanings and prevention (prophylaxis, sealants, fluoride, digital X-rays, intraoral photos, oral cancer screening, scaling & root planing); restorations (tooth-colored fillings, porcelain crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, full-mouth reconstruction, root canal therapy, emergency care); cosmetic (porcelain veneers, bonding, contouring, smile makeovers, whitening); and specialty (Invisalign, TMD/TMJ with night guards, sleep apnea treatment).

Do you take my insurance?

We accept most PPO dental insurance plans. Call us at (310) 453-9631 with your card for the fastest confirmation. CareCredit financing is available for anything insurance doesn't cover.

How long has Hale & Hale been in Santa Monica?

Since 1987 — nearly four decades. Nearly 92% of our patients have been with the practice for 30 years or more. That's not marketing; it's who we are.

Do you offer Invisalign?

Yes. We're an Invisalign provider with iTero digital scanning on-site — no goopy impressions. Both Dr. Harkavy and Dr. Ragoza plan cases in-house.

Can I get a same-day emergency visit?

Emergency dentistry is one of our services. Call the office as early as possible and we'll do everything we can to see you the same day.

Where are you located?

2901 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 301, Santa Monica, CA 90403 — easy to reach from across greater Los Angeles.

Visit us

Right on Wilshire, in Santa Monica.

Hale & Hale, DDS

2901 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 301
Santa Monica, CA 90403

Phone: (310) 453-9631

New-patient appointments

We'll call you the next business day to find a time that works. Easy to reach from across greater LA — Westside, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Culver City, and newcomers from everywhere.

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