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Westlake Smile Design
911 Hampshire Rd., Suite #7
Westlake Village, CA 91361
Comfortable, thorough, and always on your schedule
At Westlake Smile Design, professional dental cleanings are about more than polishing your teeth — they are a cornerstone of long-term oral health. Our hygienists take the time to remove plaque and tartar thoroughly, assess your gums, and tailor each visit to your comfort level. Whether you are due for a routine visit or getting back on track after time away, we make it easy to fit high-quality preventive care into your busy Westlake Village schedule.
Serving Westlake Village & Conejo Valley families
Cleaning appointments often available
Yelp-rated dental hygiene team in LA & Ventura counties
A professional cleaning is more than it sounds on paper — it is one of the most important visits you will make for long-term oral health. Even with excellent brushing and flossing at home, plaque hardens into tartar in areas that are difficult to reach. Left undisturbed, that buildup contributes to gum inflammation, decay, and bad breath.
At Westlake Smile Design, we have spent more than three decades helping Westlake Village and Conejo Valley families stay ahead of those problems. The research connecting oral health to conditions like cardiovascular disease and diabetes continues to grow; your cleaning appointment is where many early warning signs are first noticed.
Our hygienists are gentle, thorough, and focused on making sure you understand what they see in your mouth. You will never feel rushed out the door — we want you to leave knowing exactly where your oral health stands and what you can do between visits to protect it.
Your cleaning appointment at our Westlake Village office is a complete preventive visit — not just a polish and a wave goodbye. Here's what happens from start to finish:
We begin with a careful visual examination of your teeth, gums, tongue, and soft tissues, looking for signs of decay, inflammation, or other changes. For new patients, or when it is time for updated records, we may take digital X-rays so nothing below the gum line is missed.
Using a combination of hand instruments and ultrasonic scalers, we remove plaque and hardened tartar from all tooth surfaces, including below the gum line where brushing cannot reach. This step is the foundation of preventing both cavities and periodontal disease.
A professional-grade prophy paste smooths the enamel surfaces and helps lift superficial stains from coffee, tea, or wine. Smooth teeth are less hospitable to new plaque formation until your next visit.
Your hygienist flosses between every contact point — partly to remove any remaining debris, but also to check for areas of gum bleeding, tightness, or early interproximal decay that can only be detected with floss. This step takes two minutes and catches problems that X-rays alone sometimes miss.
For patients who want additional protection — especially those with a history of cavities, sensitive teeth, or early signs of enamel erosion — we offer a professional fluoride treatment at the end of your cleaning. It takes about two minutes, is completely painless, and provides measurable remineralization benefit.
Following your cleaning, Dr. Hakimi or Dr. Eben will conduct a full clinical examination of your teeth and bite, review your X-rays, and discuss any findings with you directly. If there is anything that needs attention — a small cavity, a cracked filling, early signs of wear — you will hear about it in plain language, with your options clearly explained. No surprises. No pressure. Just information.
Not every cleaning is the same — and understanding the difference matters for both your oral health and your appointment expectations. Here's how the two main types compare:
| Routine Cleaning | Deep Cleaning | |
|---|---|---|
| Also called | Prophy / Preventive cleaning | SRP / Deep cleaning / Periodontal therapy |
| Who it's for | Patients with healthy gums or mild gingivitis | Patients with gum disease / periodontal pockets |
| What's cleaned | Surfaces above and at the gum line | Surfaces above and below the gum line, into pockets |
| Anesthesia needed | No — comfortable without numbing | Often yes — local anesthetic used for comfort |
| Appointment length | 45–60 minutes | Often split across two appointments (one per side) |
| Frequency | Every 6 months (every 3–4 months if high risk) | As directed by your doctor; typically 3–4 month recall |
| Goal | Prevention — maintain healthy teeth & gums | Treatment — halt progression of gum disease |
| Insurance coverage | Typically 100% covered at preventive frequency | Usually covered; may require periodontal diagnosis |
If you're unsure which type of cleaning is right for you, that's exactly what your exam appointment will determine. Dr. Hakimi or Dr. Eben will measure your periodontal pocket depths, assess your gum health, review your X-rays, and make a clear recommendation — explained in full before any treatment begins.
Most patients know they should get their teeth cleaned twice a year. Fewer know exactly why — and the reasons go significantly beyond having a brighter smile.
The whole family, one office
Westlake Smile Design welcomes every generation under one roof on Hampshire Road. From a child's first cleaning to preventive care for busy parents and seniors, our hygienists coordinate with the doctors so your family's records, goals, and scheduling stay simple — without sacrificing thorough, personalized care.
Early visits help kids build healthy habits for life. We keep appointments gentle and positive, coach brushing and flossing in age-appropriate ways, and watch for spacing, eruption, or habits that could affect development — all while making the dental chair feel like a normal part of growing up.
The teen years bring shifting teeth, orthodontic appliances, wisdom teeth, and packed school calendars. We tailor cleanings to work around braces or aligners when needed, reinforce home care that fits a busy routine, and flag concerns early so small issues do not turn into urgent problems later.
Dental needs change with time — gum health, existing crowns or implants, medications, and dexterity can all influence how we approach your visit. Our hygienists adjust technique and pacing for comfort while still delivering the same meticulous standard of care, whether you are in your thirties or enjoying retirement.
There's no shortage of dental offices in the Conejo Valley. Here's what our patients tell us sets the experience apart at Westlake Smile Design:
For the vast majority of patients, the answer is yes — and often at 100%. Most PPO dental insurance plans classify routine cleanings and exams as preventive care and cover them fully, including both the cleaning and the doctor’s exam, at the standard twice-per-year frequency.
Westlake Smile Design accepts most traditional PPO dental insurance plans. We do not participate in HMO plans, but we'll file your insurance claims on your behalf for any plan we accept. Call us at (805) 497-9585 or contact us online to verify that we accept your specific plan before your appointment.
If you don't have dental insurance — or are between plans — a routine cleaning and exam at our Westlake Village office is still very accessible. Typical out-of-pocket costs for a prophylaxis (adult cleaning) range from $100 to $200, and we're happy to discuss payment options and in-office financing for patients without coverage.
Most dental insurance plans run on a calendar year — and unused preventive benefits expire on December 31st. If you haven't had both of your covered cleanings this year, you're leaving money on the table. Call us to schedule before your benefits reset.
Our dental cleaning practice is located in Westlake Village, and we welcome patients from across the region. If you're looking for teeth cleaning near Thousand Oaks, Agoura Hills, Calabasas, or any of the surrounding communities, our Hampshire Road office is likely the closest quality option to you:
New patients are always welcome. If you're looking for a dental hygienist in the Conejo Valley who combines clinical thoroughness with genuine comfort, we'd love to be your practice.
Read all patient reviews:My teeth required a lot of work during the cleaning because I missed several months since my last visit. The entire session was still amazingly comfortable. The hygienist was tremendously skillful to get the job done without causing any discomfort.
Great Cleaning! My teeth required a lot of work during the cleaning because I missed several months since my last visit. The entire session was still amazingly comfortable. The hygienist was tremendously skillful to get the job done without causing any discomfort.
Brian J.
The staff and Dentist were informative. I received more information from the Dentist then my past Dentist. He informed me of my options and gave me a simple plan to get the services done. The office staffed worked with my insurance. Wonderful Experience !
Rosalinda H.
Dr. Eben is very pedantic in his assessment and inspection. He was very clear what needs to be corrected. I liked his feedback if he was in my place. Very gentle hands. He gave me two options to ponder. Very well mannered and articulate. Yes, I would recommend him.
Gary C
