Dr. Gregory Lin

Meet Dr. Gregory Lin, the globe-trotting, drum-playing, bouldering enthusiast who brings smiles to faces at Total Health Dental Care. Born and raised in Castro Valley, California, Dr. Lin returned to the Bay Area after a few sun-soaked years in SoCal to tie the knot and settle down. Dr. Lin's journey into dentistry began when he realized the power of a dentist's touch in transforming lives while volunteering as a dental assistant. He earned his DDS with high honors from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco and an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Certificate from the Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics. With over four years of experience under his belt, Dr. Lin has practiced at Smile Family Dental and Market Place Dentistry before bringing his talents to Total Health Dental Care. As a proud member of the ADA and CDA, he strives to provide top-notch dental care to his patients. Dr. Lin is known for his ability to put even the most anxious patients at ease with his empathetic approach and warm demeanor. When he's not cheering on the Golden State Warriors or San Francisco 49ers, Dr. Lin dedicates his time to staying active through hiking, running, and playing sports. His favorite animals? Elephants, of course! Dr. Lin also has a heart for service, having volunteered on dental mission trips to underserved communities in Ecuador and the Philippines. At Total Health Dental Care, Dr. Lin is excited to be part of a community of exceptional doctors and staff who share his commitment to dental excellence. Armed with cutting-edge technology and high-quality materials, Dr. Lin is ready to make your dental experience enjoyable and leave you grinning from ear to ear.

Why should patients choose you as their provider instead of others in the area?

I believe that my patients deserve the best dentistry possible and that patient experience is key to my success as a doctor. I’m dedicated to making sure each of my patients feels relaxed, comfortable and confident in the treatment. To that goal, I enjoy explaining each diagnosis and encourage my patients to ask any questions they may have. I also strive to empower my patients with the knowledge to take control of their health. I focus on prevention and use nutrition as a tool to help patients overcome long-term dental issues such as gum disease, loss of teeth and cavities. I love people and seek to develop lasting professional relationships with my patients.

What are the top 3 treatments that you focus on?

At Total Health, we do everything under one roof. Our team of specialists do everything from periodontal treatments to oral surgery, orthodontic and implants.

What are you proud of in your practice?

I am proud of the excellent dentistry and exceptional experience we provide. Our patients rave about us on Yelp and Google. It’s fulfilling to see a new patient come in with some level of anxiety and leave feeling 100% comfortable with and confident in the cleaning or treatment. Our patients leave feeling good about themselves. They leave smiling.

Which cases do you enjoy treating? Why?

Since dentistry is a combination of science and art, every case is fulfilling. I really love helping people. It’s an incredible feeling to see a patient smile with confidence and genuine happiness after an office visit.