Dr. Kate Sahafi, DDS
Dentist
Newport Beach, California
4.37(12 ratings)
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In Dr. Kate Sahafi's own words
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Approach
- Dover Dental designs natural and timeless smiles.
- Dover Dental aims to simplify dental care for patients.
- Luxury cosmetic dentistry focuses on refining existing features that are already functional or aesthetically pleasing.
- The practice employs a conservative approach for smile transformations.
Specialization
- And when you need a specialist, whether it's for implants, gum surgery, a root canal, or crown lengthening, you don't have to go anywhere else because our specialists are right here
- Focuses on Conservative Smile Transformations.
- Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry.
Technique
- When it comes to your smile, we offer both porcelain veneers for dramatic, long-lasting results and bonding as a fast, affordable option to fix chips, gaps, or discoloration
- Dr. Kate Sahafi's practice utilizes acupuncture.
Technology
- Our digital scanner means no uncomfortable molds and crowns are usually ready within just two days
Cost & consultation
- With flexible financing, your dream smile doesn't have to wait
Results
- The practice can achieve significant results in a single visit.
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About
Dr. Kate Sahafi, DDS, is a dentist practicing in Newport Beach, California, at Dover Dental. She specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, with services including veneers, Invisalign, teeth bleaching, and full mouth reconstruction. Dr. Sahafi's "intentional smile design" philosophy focuses on conservative, subtle, and natural transformations. She aims to refine existing features, helping patients appear healthier, more confident, and more like themselves, without obvious dental work.
For smile enhancements, Dr. Sahafi frequently uses cosmetic bonding, a procedure that can reshape, brighten, and harmonize a smile in a single, often painless, appointment under two hours, without drilling or anesthetic. This affordable method repairs chips, closes gaps, and improves symmetry while preserving natural tooth structure. She also offers custom-designed veneers for balance and improved tooth shape, providing a refreshed, timeless aesthetic. Dr. Sahafi incorporates dental acupuncture as an integrative approach to reduce anxiety and pain perception, supporting the nervous system for a more comfortable experience, especially for anxious patients. Her practice emphasizes thoughtful planning and provides private, judgment-free dentistry, with appointments by consultation.
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Specialties
- Dentist
Procedures & Services
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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Kate Sahafi
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What is Dr. Sahafi's approach to cosmetic bonding?
Dr. Sahafi uses conservative composite bonding to refine tooth shape, close small spaces, brighten smiles, repair chips, close gaps, and reshape teeth. This approach typically involves no drilling, no veneers, no waiting weeks for a lab, and can be completed in a single appointment, often under two hours. It's highlighted as a 100% painless procedure, often requiring no anesthetic or needles, and preserves natural tooth structure, resulting in a seamless, natural-looking aesthetic improvement. Bonding is ideal for those seeking a refreshed, natural smile without committing to more invasive treatment.
Is dental work at Dover Dental affordable?
Yes, the practice emphasizes that patients can afford to fix their dental issues. Cosmetic bonding, for example, is highlighted as one of the most affordable methods for dental repairs.
What are the benefits and process for veneers at Dover Dental?
Veneers at Dover Dental involve careful planning and custom design. They are used for more than just whitening, capable of restoring balance, improving tooth shape, and providing a refreshed, timeless aesthetic that feels completely natural. Every smile design is customized to the individual.
When is full mouth reconstruction recommended?
Full mouth reconstruction is specialized for patients who have extensive dental wear, erosion, and damage where 'patchwork dentistry' is no longer effective. It's for those who desire to properly rebuild their smile, function, and confidence.
From Dr. Kate Sahafi's Instagram
@drkatesahafi āRecent photos posted by @drkatesahafi, Dr. Kate Sahafi's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.
- @drkatesahafiSep 2026
- @drkatesahafiJul 2026
- InvisalignJun 2026
- @drkatesahafiMar 2026
- Porcelain VeneersFeb 2026
- @drkatesahafiJan 2026
- Dental BondingJan 2026
- Dental BondingJan 2026
- @drkatesahafiDec 2025
- Dental BondingDec 2025
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Technologies & brands Dr. Kate Sahafi mentions
Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Kate Sahafi's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.
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Patient Experience
Dr. Kate Sahafi Review Summary
4.76
Dr. Sahafi has excellent ratings overall! She boasts a perfect 5.0 from one review directly on her profile, and maintains high ratings across various platforms. While Yelp shows a slightly lower average of 4.3, she has a perfect 5/5 on RealSelf, Google Reviews, and another Yelp listing. This suggests a consistently positive patient experience.
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Main Office
355 Placentia Ave Ste 300, Newport Beach, California
(949) 548-0966
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Location & Contact Information
Main Office
355 Placentia Ave Ste 300
Newport Beach, California 92663
Office Information
Phone: (949) 548-0966
Where does Dr. Kate Sahafi practice?
Doctor's Office
Main Office (Primary)
355 Placentia Ave Ste 300, Newport Beach, California 92663
(1 reviews)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make an appointment with Dr. Kate Sahafi online?
It's unclear whether online booking is available. The provided information doesn't confirm online booking, but you can call (949) 548-0966 or visit www.doverdental.com for more information.
Does Dr. Kate Sahafi offer telehealth?
The provided information does not mention telehealth services.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Kate Sahafi?
Patients describe Dover Dental as a great dental office in Orange County, CA.
What areas of care does Dr. Kate Sahafi cater to?
Dr. Sahafi covers a wide range of dental care, including general and cosmetic dentistry, dental acupuncture, integrative dentistry, aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry, implant dentistry, and oral-facial pain management. Dr. Sahafi's philosophy for cosmetic dentistry and smile design focuses on conservative, subtle, and natural transformations. She emphasizes thoughtful planning and customized designs for each individual, aiming to refine existing features rather than fundamentally changing a person's identity. The goal is to achieve natural, timeless results that are never overdone or rushed, making patients appear healthier, more confident, and more like themselves without obvious dental work. This approach is referred to as 'intentional smile design.' The practice also offers private, judgment-free dentistry. For dental acupuncture, Dr. Sahafi considers it an integrative, not alternative, approach. It's used to enhance patient comfort by reducing anxiety and pain perception during procedures. For select cases, acupuncture supports the nervous system, decreases stress, and improves the overall dental experience, particularly for anxious patients or those sensitive to anesthetics. It works by stimulating peripheral nerves to release natural pain modulators and influencing the limbic system to reduce anxiety. Research supports its ability to increase pain thresholds and decrease inflammatory mediators. Acupuncture modifies pain perception centrally and supports relaxation, rather than numbing tissue like lidocaine, and case selection is important for its effective use.