SLO Smiles

SLO Smiles Home of Drs. Leopold, Morgan & Ryan. Family owned & operated providing general & cosmetic dentistry in San Luis Obispo for 49 years. Leopold & Main.

SLO Smiles is the home of Drs. We are a family owned & operated dental practice providing general and cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening, dental implants, orthodontics and porcelain veneers in San Luis Obispo, CA for over 40 years.

Your summer glow-up checklist ☀️🦷More water. Less staining. SPF on your lips. Whitening touch-up. Cleaning appointment b...
05/28/2026

Your summer glow-up checklist ☀️🦷

More water. Less staining. SPF on your lips. Whitening touch-up. Cleaning appointment booked at SLO Smiles.

Tiny habits. Big difference 🫶

Replacing a missing tooth is a bigger decision than most people expect… and it should be. 🦷There’s planning involved, he...
05/21/2026

Replacing a missing tooth is a bigger decision than most people expect… and it should be. 🦷

There’s planning involved, healing time, and a process that happens in stages, not all at once.

The goal isn’t just to “replace” a tooth. It’s to create something that feels stable, functions naturally, and lasts.

That only works when you understand what to expect from the beginning.

If you’ve been exploring your options but still feel unsure, that’s completely normal. We’ll walk you through every step, so you know exactly what to expect.

Let’s take a look together.

Thank you for the great lecture - we love learning more about utilizing dental sedation and the comfort it can offer ou...
05/14/2026

Thank you for the great lecture - we love learning more about utilizing dental sedation and the comfort it can offer our patients. 💙👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

If you’re sleeping all night but still waking up tired, hitting snooze, and needing coffee just to function… it might no...
04/29/2026

If you’re sleeping all night but still waking up tired, hitting snooze, and needing coffee just to function… it might not be your schedule 😴

Sometimes it’s your breathing.

When your airway is disrupted, your body never fully reaches deep, restorative sleep… even if you don’t remember waking up.

For some patients, a custom oral appliance helps keep the airway open so sleep actually feels like rest again.

If this sounds like you, let’s talk. You don’t have to just push through it.

04/17/2026

So much fun supporting the Roadrunners today at their Annual Walk-a-thon! Dr. Leopold’s alma mater and now his daughters school! 💙 💛

The appointments most people overlook are often the ones that matter most ✨Your hygiene visits aren’t just about cleanin...
04/14/2026

The appointments most people overlook are often the ones that matter most ✨

Your hygiene visits aren’t just about cleaning your teeth. They’re about catching small changes early, preventing bigger issues, and keeping everything stable over time.

It’s also where you build trust, ask questions, and get guidance that actually fits your routine.

This week is National Hygienist Week, and it’s a good reminder of how much these visits really do behind the scenes 🪥

If it’s been a while, you’re still welcome here 🤍

Still think cosmetic dentistry is just for celebs? Or that veneers ruin your teeth? 😬 Think again! We’re debunking the t...
04/07/2026

Still think cosmetic dentistry is just for celebs? Or that veneers ruin your teeth? 😬 Think again! We’re debunking the top 5 myths that might be holding you back from the smile you deserve ✨

Swipe through to separate fact from fiction ➡️

💬 DM us to learn what’s actually possible for YOU and read more on our latest blog with a cosmetic Q&A from Dr. Leopold - link up above!

There’s a difference you can feel when the right person walks into a practice.It shows up in the way you’re greeted, how...
04/02/2026

There’s a difference you can feel when the right person walks into a practice.

It shows up in the way you’re greeted, how comfortable you feel in the chair, and how much attention is given to the details most people overlook.

We’re so excited to welcome Dr. Ericka Ryan to our team. 🤍

She brings a calm, thoughtful approach to care and a genuine focus on getting things right for every patient she sees.

You’ll be seeing more of her around here, and we can’t wait for you to meet her!

If your teeth have been feeling sore or sensitive out of nowhere, it’s easy to assume something is wrong 😬But during all...
03/30/2026

If your teeth have been feeling sore or sensitive out of nowhere, it’s easy to assume something is wrong 😬

But during allergy season (especially in SLO!) 🌸, that pressure is often coming from your sinuses, not your teeth.

When the sinuses are inflamed, they sit right on top of the roots of your upper teeth. That pressure can feel exactly like a toothache, even when everything is healthy.

The tricky part is knowing when it’s just seasonal… and when it’s something that actually needs treatment 👀

Not sure what you’re feeling? DM us — we’ll figure it out together.

Address

878 Walnut Street
San Luis Obispo, CA
93401

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 2pm

Telephone

(805) 541-0550

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