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Derek M Lichter, DDS

4.9 (114 reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Services - Derek M Lichter, DDS

Cavity treatment

Dental bridges

Crown installation

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Crown cleaning

Dental exams

Dental implants

Dental sealant application

Dental veneer application

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Tooth bonding

Teeth cleaning

Teeth whitening

Tooth filling replacement or repair

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5 years ago

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Thank you so much Marvin. Be safe and see you on your return

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5 years ago

Great dentist and dental assistants. Very patient and thorough. They explain every step as they go. Worth recommending

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Thank you so much Myrna. Your kind comments are much appreciated.

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6 years ago

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Thank you Krystle for your kind words.Much appreciated

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7 years ago

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Thank you so much Delores. Glad he did get to come by our office.

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4 years ago

Dr Lichter is an amazing knowledgeable ,caring and gentle dentist. The office staff are wonderful. I highly recommend Dr Lichter

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Robyn L.

Thank you Anne so very much for your very kind words.

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7 years ago

Dr. Lichter is my primary Dentist. Been going there for years and all I can say is he's an awesome dentist. Never had any complaints yet.

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9 years ago

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Thanks John for your very kind words. Look forward to seeing you soon!

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Thanks so much Mary. Always great seeing you.

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Thanks so much Nancy. Always available to assist

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Robyn L.

Thanks Natalya! Appreciate you commuting to our office since your move

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11 years ago

Gentle Dental I've been going there for a long time and ladies there are wonderful and my doctor is awesome. 5 Thumbs up

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Ask the Community - Derek M Lichter, DDS

We recently moved here from Bay Area. I am in the middle of the implant and looking for a dentist who is good at the procedure. My husband needs to extract his tooth because of the pain that bothered him for weeks. Are you able to help? Thanks.

Good morning Julia, Welcome to San Diego. Our office will be open from 9-6 today.… Read more

Do you do dentures?

Hi Patricia Yes we do. Please call us after 9 on Monday at 619 422-5317 so we can answer any questions for you. Thank you. Looking forward to hearing from you.

You guys do payment plans and how does it work because I been needing braces?

Hello Stephanie, our office does not do orthodontics so we would advise reaching out to an orthodontist rather.

Does Dr offer flexible partials?

Yes they can be made in certain circumstances which can be discussed. We would welcome a consultation with you Lori

Do you offer the all on 4 teeth in a day?

Hi Robby. We do. Please call our office next week and we will happily schedule you a consultation to discuss what it involves .

Hello, do you accept medicare?

Medicare has several plans including Dental. We would need to know if it is a PPO or HMO plan We accept most PPO but not HMO insurance

Hello, Do you accept medical?…

Hi Ghada, No we are not providers for medi-cal patients. All the best

Hi! Are you in network with Delta Dental PPO?

Yes however in January we will not be PPO providers only Delta Premier. You can use your plan here regardless

Hello, do you accept HMO plans?

Thanks for contacting us. No we do not.

Hello are you taking new patients? Do you take Anthem Blue Cross PPO?

Good morning Bianca. We are taking new patients. You can generally go to a dentist of your choice on a PPO. We are not in network with your plan but happy to research the benefits for you… Read more

Do you accept TriCare?

Hello. We do accept it however there are restrictions so please call us to discuss. We are open tomorrow from 8-4. Thanks for reaching out to our office

Does this office accept Medi-Cal? In need of bottom wisdom teeth extracted (both impacted)?

Good morning Mary, Thanks for contacting us. We are not Providers on the Medi-Cal program. I would suggest trying the Medical number at 800 322-6384 and ask for a list of Preferred Providers in your area. Hope this helps

Do they do braces without insurance?

Hi Cecilia , Our office does not offer orthodontics but we offer all other general dental procedures with or without insurance. Do give us a call at 619 422-5317 if we can help… Read more

Can Dr liter KNOW how to do root canal?

I'm sure Dr. Lichter can do root canals. He does a lot of dental problems.

Does this place accept medical /medicare?

Hi Richie Unfortunately we are not on the Denti Cal / Medi Cal plan. If you have any further questions or if we can help in any way please give us let us know. Have a great… Read more

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From the front desk to the dentist chair, Dr Lichter, and his team deliver friendly, professional service and care.

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