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Your Trusted Dentistry Partner in Pleasant Hill, CA
Dental Center at Sears has been serving families in Concord, Pleasant Hill, and Pittsburg for decades with comprehensive dental care. Our team of experienced professionals prioritizes personalized treatment, combining advanced technology with a commitment to patient comfort. We specialize in family dentistry, cosmetic procedures, preventative care, and restorative treatments, ensuring solutions for all ages. Our practice emphasizes education, empowering patients to make informed decisions about their oral health. With a focus on accessibility and affordability, we accept multiple insurance plans and offer emergency consultations. Our dedication to community trust is reflected in our long-standing relationships with local families.We utilize state-of-the-art technology to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment efficiency. Our staff maintains rigorous professional standards, with decades of combined experience in general and specialized dentistry. We prioritize preventive care to minimize future dental issues while addressing immediate concerns with precision. Our relocation to a modern facility maintains the same trusted service our patients expect. Through consistent follow-up and transparent communication, we ensure lasting patient satisfaction and optimal oral health outcomes.
Services
Family Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Preventative Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Dentistry For Children
Dental Implants
Crowns
Dentures
Oral Cancer Screening
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in general and specialized dentistry
- Our practice provides personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- We maintain advanced technology for precise diagnostics and efficient procedures
- Our team specializes in family-friendly care for patients of all ages
- We guarantee emergency phone consultations for existing patients
What people say
Experienced staff
Personalized care
Family-friendly
Affordable pricing
Successful treatments
Services
Family Dentistry
Our family dentistry services provide comprehensive oral care for patients of all ages. From routine checkups to complex treatments, we create customized plans that address both immediate needs and long-term dental health. Our approach emphasizes preventive care through regular cleanings and education on proper hygiene practices while maintaining expertise in treating developmental dental issues in children and age-related concerns in seniors. The practice's multi-generational experience ensures continuity of care for entire families under one roof.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry services focus on improving dental aesthetics while enhancing oral functionality. We offer teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, and smile makeovers using advanced techniques that balance appearance with structural integrity. Our team addresses alignment issues and damaged teeth through restorative solutions that simultaneously improve bite mechanics and facial symmetry. Patient consultations emphasize realistic expectations while maintaining natural-looking results that boost confidence and overall well-being.
Preventative Dentistry
Preventative dentistry emphasizes early intervention and routine care to maintain optimal oral health. Our services include professional cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, and comprehensive examinations that detect potential issues before they escalate. We educate patients on proper brushing techniques and dietary habits that prevent decay while utilizing digital imaging for early cavity detection. Regular checkups help identify systemic health indicators that manifest in oral symptoms, enabling proactive healthcare management.
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing damaged or missing teeth to restore full functionality. We provide crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures that recreate natural chewing ability while maintaining facial structure. Our approach considers biomechanical factors to ensure long-lasting solutions that distribute bite forces correctly. Advanced materials match natural tooth coloration while durable construction withstands daily wear, helping patients regain confidence in their smile and eating habits.
Dentistry For Children
Our pediatric dentistry services establish lifelong oral health habits through child-friendly care. We specialize in early intervention for developmental issues, trauma treatment, and preventive education tailored to young patients. The practice creates positive dental experiences through gentle techniques and age-appropriate explanations while monitoring tooth eruption patterns. We implement specialized sealants and fluoride applications to protect developing teeth, working closely with parents to address teething concerns and establish proper hygiene routines.
People
George F. Koerber
Owner
Dr. Koerber brings decades of dental expertise to our practice, focusing on comprehensive patient care and practice leadership.
Eric J. Herbranson
Endodontist
Board-certified endodontist with 50+ years experience, specializing in root canal therapy and microscope-assisted dental procedures.
William Murphy
Oral Surgeon
Renowned oral and maxillofacial surgeon with extensive teaching experience and specialized training in complex dental extractions.
Questions
Do you offer emergency dental services?
Yes, we provide emergency phone consultations for existing patients at any time.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major PPO plans including Aetna, Blue Cross, Cigna, Delta Dental, and MetLife.
Are pediatric dental services available?
Yes, we specialize in children's dentistry with age-appropriate care and preventive treatments.
What cosmetic dentistry options exist?
We offer teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, crowns, and complete smile makeovers.
Do you use digital imaging technology?
Yes, we utilize digital X-rays and advanced diagnostic tools for precise treatment planning.
What are your office hours?
Monday-Tuesday 8am-5pm, Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 7am-1pm, closed weekends.
Reviews (7)
Nicola L.
Feb 24, 2016
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I came across this dental office in Sears (yea, I was shocked too!) by chance actually calling around for a Saturday cleaning for my kids and I - needless to say Saturday dental practices seem to be non-existent! Anyways, my first initial thought walking in was 'ok, the 2016 memo didn't make it here' but the hygienist and doc is so sweet and professional that I walked away totally blown away by how knowledgeable they were. There's something to be said about an 'old school approach' to dentistry. No fluff, no state of the art equipment, but by God the best dentist I've been to. Kudos! A little piece of heaven tucked away in Sears. For the record, I still do hate going to the dentist.
John D.
Dec 31, 2015
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I came here to day that this guy is the worst dentist I've ever had. Rough with the cleaning, miss my teeth and hit my gums with his stabs, and handled the power rotating tools with more force than was necessary and resulted in damaging my gums on the exterior and a lot of pain. I will not return again. Re: owners comments, you either misremembered or are lying. I had insurance. You never offered any anesthesia. It's been about 2 years since I had even a cavity. This is just a FYI for you and other customers in future, pay more attention when cleaning and be more gentle. I won't be coming back either way, so this is for your own sake.
Aurora A.
Jun 05, 2015
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The Dental Center is a quality dental practice. It's great that at this office they have Oral Surgeons, periodontists and general dentists. It's a one-stop shop I think they take practically all insurances! Which is awesome! Dr. Koerber the owner is a great dentist. He really cares about his patients and his staff all have great service, they even won a Diamond certification award for outstanding service which is really cool. I highly recommend this office for you and your family!
Stefanie S.
Jun 06, 2014
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I have been with Dr. K and his staff for almost two years now. I came to him after going 5 years with very few teeth and in very bad shape. Dr. K and his staff worked with me consistently and today I have a great new smile. I don't have to worry about high priced "extras" like movies and music to get you thru your dental appt. This is genuine, thoughtful, caring dentistry done with the best interest of the patient, not the practice. I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking genuine affordable dentistry. Dr. K and his staff have been wonderful.
Robert E.
Nov 11, 2013
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I have known this dentist for over 18 years and have had all my dental work done by him and would never even consider going anywhere else! I live on the other side of the Bay and routinely drive all the way over there just for my regular check-ups. I know its a hassle however, it has always been worth it. I don't have insurance so I pay the prevailing charge on my last crown which was nearly $1200.00 I don't understand why someone would bitch about $640? Sounds like he has more of an issue with not getting his way then a problem with the dentist or just didn't pay close enough attention to his dental insurance and wants to blame someone for his inability to accept responsibility! This dentist has been more than worth the drive. If you want to have a great dental experience reasonable cost and a dentist that has a lot of experience this is the dentist to see.
Amber P.
Aug 17, 2013
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This place is excellent. We only went for wisdom teeth extractions from Dr. Murphy, not normal dental care. One person from our family had the wisdoms out, all went very well except for a reaction to a pain killer (patient problem, not doctor.) He was kind enough look up which drug so he wouldn't use it on our second family member. Unfortunately, for the second time we went there for the consultation but we were unable to have the actual extraction--BUT what made us come write the review on yelp is that they sent back everything, including the consultation fee that we had already gone too! Excellent service.
Jack S.
Apr 04, 2013
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Avoid this dentist at all cost. I have never written a review but felt compelled to in this case. First of all, he smokes and stinks when he is working on you. Second, his unpleasant receptionist admitted to my face that they charge as much as they can in "additional fees" allowable through your insurance--in my case, my insurance had a clause that says they can charge whatever they want for lab fees, which means they tried to charge me $640 for one crown!
My insurance says it should cost me just $240, and that is exactly what my new dentist is charging me. The Dental Center at Sears will shaft you, and even worse, he is not a good dentist--he seems about ready to retire, does not talk to you or explain what is going on, and seems generally surly. RUN, don't walk, from this place!
My insurance says it should cost me just $240, and that is exactly what my new dentist is charging me. The Dental Center at Sears will shaft you, and even worse, he is not a good dentist--he seems about ready to retire, does not talk to you or explain what is going on, and seems generally surly. RUN, don't walk, from this place!
