Antioch's ABC Dental Group Pairs a University of the Pacific Prosthodontics Instructor with Same-Day CEREC Crowns

ANTIOCH, CA — For more than two decades, one family-owned practice on Delta Fair Boulevard has built its reputation not on volume, but on a simple, stated mission: to care for the patients other offices struggle to put at ease. ABC Dental Group, led by Dr. Babak Khayatan, DDS, has spent 24 years in Antioch earning the trust of self-described "dental chickens" — patients with real dental anxiety — while simultaneously building a clinical team deep enough to include a board-certified anesthesiologist, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and an orthodontist under one roof. The practice holds a 95 Dental.me Score and a 4.6-star average across 89 reviews, numbers that reflect a rare combination in community dentistry: comfort-first philosophy matched with genuine clinical firepower.

A Philosophy Built on Trust First

Dr. Khayatan's approach starts from a specific conviction, stated plainly on his own practice's materials: he believes in building trust and relationship with patients first and foremost. That philosophy shows up in concrete ways — a calm, gentle environment designed around patients who have avoided the dentist's chair for years, oral sedation and nitrous oxide for those who need it, and a team culture oriented around personalized attention rather than rushed visits. Patients who have been away from dental care for years are explicitly welcomed back without judgment, an approach reflected in the practice's own description of itself as a place that "caters to dental chickens."

A Teaching Prosthodontist at the Helm

Dr. Khayatan's credentials extend well beyond his Antioch practice. He teaches Fixed Prosthodontics at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry's Department of Restorative Dentistry in San Francisco — meaning the same dentist treating Antioch families is actively training the next generation of dentists in crown and bridge work. He completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA before graduating with high honors from University of the Pacific's dental school, where he received the Bernerd C. Kingsbury Award for highest scholarship in Fixed Prosthodontics, the International College of Dentists USA Section Award, and the Pacific Coast Society of Prosthodontics/Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry Award. He was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society, with high honors, and holds memberships in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, and Contra Costa Dental Society. He has pursued additional advanced training specifically in cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, and Invisalign — the three disciplines that most directly shape a patient's day-to-day experience in the chair.

A Team Built for Complex Cases, Not Just Routine Visits

What distinguishes ABC Dental Group from a typical single-dentist storefront is the breadth of specialists it has assembled. Dr. Patricia Ramos, a Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology and a graduate of Loma Linda University's Dental Anesthesiology program, is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. In her own words: "Patient safety is my primary concern and responsibility. Depending on the level of pain, anxiety, and individual medical history I will customize an anesthetic plan to meet each patient's specific needs. Patient comfort and safety is my goal." Dr. Anh Nguyen, board certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, trained at UC Berkeley, earned her dental degree at A.T. Still University, and completed both her OMFS residency and her Doctor of Medicine degree at Loma Linda — before returning to Northern California specifically to serve her home community. Dr. Arash Abolfazlian, an orthodontist, and Dr. Behzad Khayatan, DMD, MS, a general dentist, both trained at University of the Pacific's Dugoni School of Dentistry, while Dr. Diego Espinoza brings a focused interest in cosmetic dentistry from his doctorate at De La Salle School of Dentistry. Few neighborhood practices can offer this depth of specialized, cross-trained expertise under a single roof.

Technology That Shortens the Path to Treatment

The practice has invested in tools that reduce the number of visits and the discomfort typically associated with restorative and surgical work. Same-day CEREC crowns allow patients to walk in with a damaged tooth and walk out the same day with a finished restoration, rather than wearing a temporary for weeks. Digital scanning replaces messy impression trays, and CBCT cone beam imaging gives the surgical and endodontic teams a three-dimensional view used specifically for surgeries and root canal procedures — a level of imaging precision not found in every general practice. The office is also recognized as a leading Invisalign provider, giving adult and teen patients a clear-aligner alternative to traditional braces, backed by Dr. Abolfazlian's formal orthodontic residency training.

The Patient Experience, From Walk-In to Follow-Up

ABC Dental Group designs its scheduling around real life: same-day and walk-in visits are welcome, new patients are typically seen within one to two days of calling, and same-day emergency appointments are available for urgent pain or trauma. Children are welcomed starting at age three, making the practice a true family resource across generations. A $60 new-patient special covering an exam and X-rays lowers the barrier for anyone considering a first visit, and the office accepts most major PPO insurance plans — including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, Guardian, Humana, and BlueCross BlueShield — alongside CareCredit, HSA/FSA accounts, and in-house payment plans for patients paying out of pocket. Spanish-speaking staff are on hand daily, free parking is provided, and the office is wheelchair accessible, removing practical obstacles that too often keep patients from walking through the door.

Deep Roots in Antioch

Since opening in 2002, ABC Dental Group has remained family owned, a rarity in an era of large corporate dental chains, and that continuity shows in its weekday hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday availability from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — scheduling built around working families rather than convenience for the office. Patients describe pain-free extractions, efficient scheduling for multi-step treatment plans, and billing estimates that match what their insurance ultimately covers, the kind of operational reliability that turns first-time visitors into decades-long patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you accepting new patients?
Yes — new patients are typically seen within 1-2 days of calling.

Are you open on Saturdays?
Yes, from 9am to 2pm.

Do you offer emergency or same-day visits?
Yes, same-day emergency visits are available.

Do you take my insurance?
The practice accepts most PPO insurance plans, including Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, UnitedHealthcare, Guardian, Humana, and BlueCross BlueShield.

Do you offer payment plans or financing?
Yes, including CareCredit and an in-house payment plan.

Do you see children?
Yes, starting at age 3.

About ABC Dental Group

ABC Dental Group is a family-owned dental practice in Antioch, California, founded in 2002 by Dr. Babak Khayatan, DDS, who also teaches Fixed Prosthodontics at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. The practice offers general, cosmetic, restorative, and surgical dental care — including same-day CEREC crowns, Invisalign, sedation dentistry, and CBCT-guided procedures — through a team that includes a board-certified dental anesthesiologist, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, and an orthodontist. The office is located at 2734 Delta Fair Blvd, Antioch, CA 94509, and can be reached at 925-778-1234.

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