Meet Dr. Carlston

Dean L. Carlston DDS

An alumnus of Baylor Dental School in Dallas, Texas, Dr. Carlston is a member of the American Dental Association® (ADA) and is a full-time biomimetic dentist and part-time musician. He provides complete care, from the initial consultation to stress-free follow-up appointments, with a gentle and steady hand. And like his musical craft, he specializes in dental artistry. 

He founded Carlston Dental Group in Los Angeles, CA, to service the community with general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and tooth conservation procedures and practices. Dr. Carlston is committed to providing conservative dentistry, working to maintain as much of the natural tooth as possible and only removing or restoring the damaged or diseased portions of the tooth in order to promote long-term oral health. He has taken extensive continuing education classes over the years to stay current with the latest advancements in implant, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, and he uses only the finest available dental materials and laboratories to create restorations. He is also an expert in removable prosthetic tooth replacements. 

Today, the members of Carlston Dental Group have nearly 40 years of experience. With an ever-growing team that never ceases to learn and partake in continuing education courses and workshops, Carlston Dental Group’s mission is to provide minimally invasive treatment options and advanced beautification procedures utilizing the latest in dental tech to optimize the patient’s overall oral health. 

• At the entrance door to his waiting room, a stone statue of a graceful woman stands as a beacon of love with “BETH” inscribed at its base, a loving nod to his dear mother. Beneath her name, the phrase “Golden Visits” adds a layer of heartfelt sentiment, cleverly honoring his father, “Golden,” whose wisdom and guidance have been pivotal in shaping Dean into the man he is today. 

• Dr. Carlston‘s adoration for his mother extends beyond this beautiful homage; it’s melodically immortalized in a song Dean wrote titled “Mama,” a heartfelt ode to her enduring influence on his life. 

• Whether you are a patient or simply passing by, please feel free to stop by and take a copy of his album featuring the song “Mama” on it.