Michael Fulbright, DDS & Kevin Faist, DMD

Highlights

• Comfort Amenities & Sedation
• Preventive & Reconstructive Care
• Invisalign & Porcelain Veneers
• Sleep & Airway Dentistry

Fulbright Dental was founded in 2000 by Michael Fulbright, DDS, to provide comprehensive, wellness-focused dental care for individuals and families throughout the South Bay, including children. Dr. Fulbright and his business partner, Kevin Faist, DMD, offer preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, TMJ therapy, sedation dentistry, advanced restorative treatments and sleep apnea solutions. 

Tell us about your practice. 

We’ve reimagined the oral care experience with a uniquely wellness-focused approach. Knowing how many people experience dental anxiety, we offer thoughtful comfort amenities such as aromatherapy, weighted blankets and noise-cancelling headphones, as well as sedation. Our services range from preventive and restorative care to best-in-class cosmetic dentistry with a focus on porcelain veneers, and airway-focused treatments.

Our mission is to make the experience more “feel-good” because we know proactive oral care has the power to help our South Bay community live healthier and longer. We are passionate about building long-term relationships with patients and their families and educating them in ways that traditional practices often fail to do. We love helping people feel better, breathe better and smile with more confidence. 

In what ways do you stand out in your market?

We have three major differentiators: (1) our uniquely proactive, wellness-driven approach, where we look to determine the root cause of oral health issues to help patients take a more preventive approach—including sleep and airway dentistry; (2) our focus on patients’ comfort every step of the way; (3) our cosmetic expertise, with a major focus on porcelain veneers. We partner with world-renowned, locally based Paulo Battistella of Code White Boutique Lab, a master ceramist who has worked with famous dentists across the globe. We’re proud to spend two hours with every new patient during their Wellness Baseline appointment to cover all these critical areas. 

What is rewarding about being a dentist? 

We love empowering patients with an understanding of how oral care impacts overall wellness. Dementia, strokes, heart disease, certain cancers, infertility and more have been linked to poor oral health. Getting patients on track, especially those with anxiety, is rewarding because it will impact their long-term health. We also love the cosmetic aspect. Smiling has tremendous health benefits, and creating beautiful, natural-looking smiles with masterfully designed porcelain veneers can be life-changing. There is nothing more rewarding than seeing that first smile when we finish. 

Speak about the importance of community.

Community has been at the heart of our journey from the start. We actively support their businesses and personal passions and invite them to join us at Fulbright Dental Surf Club events we host throughout the year. Hosting our wellness events and Hi-Fi Espresso pop-ups in the community helps make the important connection between oral and overall health. We also love the community we’ve built on Instagram, sharing fun, engaging content you might not expect from a dental practice. 

Describe your dream patient.

Our dream patient is someone who values their health and sees dental care as an essential part of their overall wellness journey. They’re curious, open-minded and proactive, interested not just in fixing problems but in understanding the why behind their oral health. They appreciate a collaborative approach and trust us to guide them. They show up not just for treatment but to invest in their well-being. And, of course, our dream patient would join us at our quarterly Fulbright Dental Surf Club events in partnership with other South Bay wellness brands. 

How does authenticity impact your business? Authenticity is at the core of everything we do at Fulbright Dental. We believe patients can feel the difference when care is genuine, so we lead with honesty, empathy and transparency in every interaction. We show up as real people who truly care, and that authenticity builds trust.

Tell us about a mentor.

Dr. Fulbright: I trained under renowned cosmetic dentist Brian LeSage, DDS, in Beverly Hills, who helped me hone my eye for aesthetic excellence and attention to detail.

Dr. Faist: I was inspired by my father, a general and cosmetic dentist in Cleveland, to have a deep commitment to individualized care and an eye for the artistry of smile design.

Photographed by Fabien & Laura Castro