Scott A. Smith DDS

Welcome to the office of Scott A. Smith DDS, where we provide periodontal treatment with gentle care and high-tech expertise. As one of the few periodontists in Merced, California, Dr. Scott A. Smith is pleased to care for individuals and families in Merced, as well as the neighboring areas, including Turlock, Atwater, Chowchilla, Winton, Le Grand, Livingston, Denair, Patterson, Hilmar, Modesto, Ceres, Waterford, and Keyes, California. We strive to enhance each patient’s periodontal health through modern techniques such as LANAP laser treatment and the Pinhole® Surgical Technique, and our team can serve you in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Whether you need a gum cleaning or a grafting procedure to achieve optimal oral health, we invite you to contact our office today to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Smith began his Merced practice in 1989 and in 1999 acquired the Turlock office. Dr. Smith is active in his community, he is currently an active member of Rotary International and with Merced’s Chamber of Commerce. He is also a member of the American Academy of Periodontology as well as current member and past president of The Yosemite Dental Society. His practice focuses on clinical therapy but he continues to be involved in ongoing research assignments.He participates in study groups with local dentists, and also attends continuing education lectures and seminars on new techniques on periodontal therapy and new products and materials.

Scott S.
Business Owner
Born and raised in the Central Valley, Dr. Scott A. Smith graduated from Merced High School in 1975. He graduated from Brigham Young University in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science degree and earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1987. Dr. Smith also received a post graduate degree and Certificate of Periodontology from the University of California, San Francisco in 1989. He is the proud father to a son and daughter, and married to his wife, Justi. Dr. Smith enjoys fishing, traveling and spending time with his family.