Dr. Robert P. Hedvat, DDS, General Dentist in Valencia, CA

Dr. Robert P. Hedvat, DDS, is a general dentist in Valencia, CA, and the dentist who leads Smile Care Valencia at 23838 Valencia Blvd., Suite 301. He has practised dentistry since 2011 and has led Smile Care Valencia since 2018.

Dr. Robert, as most patients call him, has experience in general, cosmetic, and biomimetic dentistry. He works with a coordinated team that includes a periodontist, an endodontist and a registered dental hygienist.

Dr. Hedvat earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of California, San Francisco. A native of California, he first graduated from the University of California, Irvine with a bachelor's degree in Biology.

After dental school, Dr. Robert completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Post Graduate Residency at the University of California, Los Angeles.

Dr. Hedvat treats patients across general, cosmetic, biomimetic and implant dentistry. He has pursued advanced level training in family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, holistic dentistry, dental implants, oral surgery, endodontics and sedation dentistry.

At Smile Care Valencia, Dr. Hedvat places dental implants and does bone grafting. The practice offers both titanium and metal-free zirconia implants, and Dr. Robert explains the advantages and limitations of each so the material is selected to the patient's health, anatomy and preference.

Dr. Hedvat uses digital X-rays, which give clear images within seconds and let Dr. Robert show patients what he sees and explain his recommendations. Digital X-rays typically use less radiation than traditional film.

For complex concerns and implant planning, the office has an in-house 3D cone-beam CT scanner that gives a detailed view of the teeth, jawbone, sinuses and nearby nerves.

Dr. Robert is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the West Los Angeles Dental Society.

Dr. Hedvat's passion is helping his patients overcome their dental fears, and the practice takes dental anxiety seriously. The feedback the practice hears most often is that patients feel genuinely listened to, never rushed or pressured.

For patients who want help relaxing, the office offers nitrous oxide, twilight sedation where appropriate, and IV sedation under the care of a Dental Anesthesiologist. See sedation dentistry for how each option works.

Dr. Hedvat works alongside Dr. Raffie Garabedian, periodontist, Dr. Benjamin Levi, endodontist, and Dolores, our registered dental hygienist. The practice combines general, cosmetic, biomimetic, implant, laser, sedation, endodontic, and periodontal care with a coordinated team.

We accept most PPO dental plans. Benefits and network participation vary by plan, so our team will gladly verify your coverage before treatment. We also accept CareCredit and offer financial arrangements.