Our Team

Our team of Santa Barbara Dentists and Staff are here to help!

Dr. Carley, DMD – Family Dentist

 

Bringing bright smiles and providing long-term quality and affordable dental services to Santa Barbara and Goleta area has always been the mission and vision of the dental office of Michael D. Carley, DDS.. Dr. Carley has been offering comprehensive dentistry services since 2005, and has been the owner of his Santa Barbara practice since 2008. From general dentistry treatments utilizing digital technologies to cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry procedures and advanced implant dentistry services, his office promotes optimum oral health with a personalized touch.

Dr. Carley studied dentistry at the University of California, San Francisco, where he was awarded the Oral Medicine Certificate of Merit; this is a testament to his unparalleled knowledge and skills in dentistry and oral medicine. Following graduation, he took an extra year of training in a general practice residency, and expanded his knowledge in the following subspecialties:

  • Implant dentistry
  • Periodontics
  • Prosthetic dentistry
  • Cosmetic dentistry

Dr. Carley is a proud member of these organizations:

  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • International Congress of Oral Implantology
  • Aeromedicos
  • Clinicians Research
  • Santa Barbara Study Club
  • Seattle Study Club
  • Goleta Study Club
  • CEF International

Meet Dr. Suzanne Jensen, DMD

 

Long-time Southern California practitioner Dr. Suzanne Jensen has been practicing dentistry for 24 years and has joined our team here at Mountain and Sea Dental. Dr. Jensen moved here to Santa Barbara in 2013 to be closer to family and the beach. Patients trust her conservative approach and her gentle touch. She believes in treating the whole person and not just the teeth. Everyone deserves a beautiful smile.

In her free time Dr. Jensen enjoys spending time with her husband and 12 year old son. She also enjoys skiing, daily aerobics and her favorite activity quilting. She is a true animal lover and currently has a teacup poodle and a cat.

A graduate of Loma Linda University Dental School in 1994, Dr. Jensen is also a member and in good standing with the ADA,CDA and the Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Society.

    Meet James P. Schaeffer, DDS

    CA Dental License #43855   Dr. Schaeffer graduated with honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1996. He and his wife Lisa moved to Santa Barbara to work with his father-in-law, Dr. Gregory Patchett. When Dr. Patchett retired, Dr. Schaeffer became the owner of the practice originally located on Micheltorena Street. Over the years various business opportunities lead him to practice in several offices in Santa Barbara, Oxnard and Ventura. Joining Mountain and Sea Dental allows him to avoid the always challenging commute. In his 25+ years as a dentist, he has attended numerous graduate education programs and has earned certificates in CAD/CAM dentistry from Patterson Dental, endodontics from Dental Education Labs, as well as implant dentistry from the Misch International Implant Institute. He strongly believes in giving back to the community and has volunteered with the California Dental Association Cares programs as well as with the US Navy aboard the USNS Comfort on its 2018 Humanitarian Mission to South America. Outside of the dental field Dr. Schaeffer is a big sports fan and roots relentlessly for the San Francisco 49ers and Giants. He might also be found on the pitch as a volunteer referee for AYSO soccer or out on the golf course trying not to lose his Titleist.

      Mountain & Sea Dental – Staff Team

      When you first visit our dental office in Santa Barbara, the first thing you notice is great service! Our staff all work together to make sure you’re comfortable and have a great experience. Our success shows in the increasing number of new patients that are entrusting their oral care to us. 

      Patrick

      Patrick

      Insurance Specialist

      Bianca

      Bianca

      Registered Dental Assistant

      Chelsea

      Chelsea

      Patient Coordinator

      Nina

      Nina

      Registered Dental Assistant

      Our Santa Barbara Office

      Office Hours

      Monday: 8am – 5 pm

      Tuesday: 8am – 5 pm

      Wednesday: 8 am – 5 pm

      Thursday: 7am – 4 pm

      Friday: By Appointment

      Address

      2780 State St. #6
      Santa Barbara, CA 93105