Walter C Dukes, DDS
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Walter C Dukes, DDS
Our team provides stress-free dental visits to new and existing patients in Santa Barbara, CA. Schedule your next dentist appointment with us today. At Mesa Dental, we are proud to offer high quality dental care to Santa Barbara and the surrounding communities. Our dental services range from dental implants, wisdom teeth removal to root canals and much more.

We recognize that your time is precious and this is exactly why we have a seamless plan for getting you in and out of our dentist office while delivering the best dental care in Santa Barbara. Safety and your well being is our top priority therefore to ensure you have the best experience possible, we operate at the highest standard possible regarding your dental hygience.
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At Dentist Santa Barbara CA | Family Dentistry | Mesa Dental, we are committed to making every aspect of your dental care exceptional. Dr. Walter Dukes is highly-trained, and combines his many years of experience with the latest dental care technologies and treatment techniques to ensure the best results for your smile and oral health.
If you are missing teeth or are considering dental implants, Mesa Dental is a reputable Santa Monica dental practice for you and your family. Schedule your dental implant consultation today! Dental implants consist of artificial roots of teeth inserted into the jawbone through a minimally invasive surgery by our dental implant specialist.
Mesa Dental is ready to assist you with attaining the smile you've always wanted. Dr. Walt Dukes, the top Santa Barbara cosmetic dentist, has been practicing cosmetic dentistry for four decades. He is highly sought after in Santa Barbara for cosmetic dentistry procedures and is known for his knowledge and expertise.
Dental bonding is one of the easiest, least expensive cosmetic dentistry procedures in the dentist's arsenal. Your dentist can shape and polish the composite resin used in bonding to seamlessly match your adjacent teeth. Most often, a dentist uses bonding for cosmetic purposes to improve the look of a discolored or damaged tooth.
Your gums can recede unevenly due to periodontal disease, or gum disease, including gingivitis (early gum disease) and periodontitis (advanced periodontal disease). This can create an unsightly smile and give some teeth the appearance of being either too long or too short. That's where gum contouring comes in.
Reviews (22)
Delia N.
Delia N.
Jan 04, 2022
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Best service ever! They give you what you need and don't overcharge you as other Dentist will. Simple, short and sweet. Moved from Western Dental to here and it was the best decision ever. Western Dental was going to charge me for unnecessary items and this Mr. Dukes didn't do that. Finally an honest dental place. I will NEVER go elsewhere!
Alan Glink
Alan Glink
Dec 14, 2021
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A pleasure to find a Dentist and office that is professional . Explanations
given for each step. Don't usually like to go to Dentists but if I have to, this is the place.
Skip N.
Skip N.
Dec 03, 2021
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Friendly staff, pleasant environment, knowledgable and skilled caregivers.
Margi A.
Margi A.
Sep 22, 2021
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Excellent! I love the staff at Dr Dukes. Everyone is so warm and friendly. They are thorough in their cleaning and the exams. They explain everything that they are doing and why when they need to fix a tooth.
Randy Johnson
Randy Johnson
Sep 02, 2021
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Skilled, fair, competent, and friendly. Best dental office on planet Earth!
Rob B.
Rob B.
Aug 16, 2021
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Secilia and Dr. Dukes did a fantastic job, like always! Everyone who works there is friendly, professional, and does excellent work! - Nikki B.
Robert Guy
Robert Guy
Jul 20, 2021
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Excellent Service delivered by alll members of the Mesa Dental team. A patient really is treated like a member of their family. Very professional dental care given by Dr Dukes and all Mesa Dental team members.
Martee Andresen
Martee Andresen
Jul 14, 2021
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Another great visit at Dr. Duke' s office! I appreciate the excellent care!
Nancy Willstatter
Nancy Willstatter
Jul 07, 2021
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Terrific experience as always. I’d broken a couple of front teeth at least a year ago, but since it was the middle of the pandemic, I put off going in. I put up with the jagged edges all this time - then went in the other day and Dr. Dukes fixed the problem in less than half an hour. It felt as safe as ever to be there, and both I and my poor sore tongue wish I’d gone in months ago.
James S.
James S.
Jul 02, 2021
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Office was good with COVID-19 protocols. Love the hygienist. Quick in and out--no waiting.
Brad S.
Brad S.
May 03, 2021
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Really great experience. Warm, peaceful waiting room. Friendly staff. Efficient and helpful visit.

The office strikes a really great balance between comfortable and professional.

I had a general exam and cleaning and both were done promptly and thoroughly.

I am very happy with my visit and would absolutely recommend this office to anyone looking for a dentist.
Shelley B.
Shelley B.
Feb 24, 2021
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All good at the office, plenty of fresh air, masks and protocol.
Felt comfortable.
Service excellent.
Liz M.
Liz M.
Jan 26, 2021
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Felt he was honest. I was referred for possible teeth grinding which affected my hearing. Took about a week to get in and by then the hearing problem had gone away. He said I didn't need the grinding device after all.
Nasha H.
Nasha H.
Jan 05, 2021
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Dr Dukes and is staff is immensely helpful in many ways. The explain the billing, they get you in quickly, they refer you out if it's a procedure that can't be done at their office-and make the appointment for you-, they do great work and the entire staff is awesome. I first went to Dukes because it was a few blocks from my house but now I'd never see anyone else even if we moved off the Mesa.
Ace R.
Ace R.
Dec 31, 2020
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Always so nice and accommodating! Covid has been harsh but they put safety first. I pay cash for their services despite having dental as they are that good.
Pj K.
Pj K.
Dec 11, 2020
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What a pleasant, safe experience! Got m ya painless cleaning done with care and professionalism. This office is full of caring, talented people that make going to the dentist an enjoyable experience!
Manal H.
Manal H.
Nov 05, 2020
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Excellent service, the hygienist Lanette did an amazing job.
My experience at Dr duke's office was great.
Karen T.
Karen T.
Nov 04, 2020
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Extremely strict covid protocols in place made me feel very comfortable. All employees are so friendly and professional. Dr. Dukes was very patient and thorough. Highly recommend.
K. C.
K. C.
Aug 06, 2020
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I decided to switch dentists because my old one went out of network. Dr Dukes and his team were so welcoming...I almost forgot I was at the dentist. (Almost!)
They helped ease my weariness especially my new fav dental hygienist, Cecilia. Thank you so much for calming my nerves, answering my questions & and even checking in on me when I had to have some old fillings replaced (and she wasn't even involved in the procedure).
Not only is the staff super friendly and knowledgeable; the office is very clean and has the newer technology you want when you go to the dentist. You have your temperature
Kar R.
Kar R.
Jul 24, 2020
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I was able to go in and get my teeth cleaned which is good because I just for my braces off and couldn't wait to get them all scales up and polished!
It hurt a lot because I haven't been very careful with flossing )threading the floss thru braces is so hard for me!
But my Hygenist was patient and calm and really showed me carefully and well how to take better care... I thought she was a dentist until my mom told me Dr Dukes was the only dentist there.
I go back on 6 months and plan to have no cavities again. And forever!
Thank you everyone for making my visit so fast and easy and
Nelli B.
Nelli B.
Aug 23, 2019
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Dr. Dukes is the best. It's the most relaxing dental experience anywhere. No stress, organized, and well trained staff.
Cris S.
Cris S.
Jul 22, 2019
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I have been going to Dr. Dukes' office for several years now and always see Aimee. She is a superstar and makes the experience the best it can be at the dentist. I would definitely recommend getting your teeth cleaned here.