Jim Alderete, DDS

The goal of “Team Alderete” is to provide each and every patient with a positive experience. We strive to make our office unique by providing excellent clinical skills in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Establishing rewarding and lasting relationships with patients is important to us and we pledge excellence in all we do. We look forward to helping you make the most of your smile. We offer the following restorative techniques utilizing the most up to date technology available: Cleanings Teeth whitening Digital X-rays Tooth colored composite fillings Veneers Porcelain crowns and bridges Implants Dentures Root canals Oral surgery and extractions Pediatric treatment

Dr James “Jim” Alderete, BS, DDS, attended Bellarmine College Prep, UC Santa Barbara, and finally the University of the Pacific Dental School. Dr Alderete served as an active duty Dental Officer in the US Navy since his UOP graduation in 2006. He completed a one-year residency program in General Dentistry at Camp Pendleton Hospital before successive tours in Guam and Pearl Harbor. As a Navy dentist, he has practiced dentistry in a variety of settings where he gained the experience and expertise to provide quality dental care at the highest level. Dr Alderete is an active member of both the California Dental Association and Monterey Bay Dental Society. He enjoys the numerous outdoor activities Santa Cruz has to offer.