Welcome To El Camino Dental Arts

A Multi Speciality Dentist Practice for Children & Adults

El Camino Dental Arts has been serving the families of Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Vista for over 20 years. We are a multi-specialty dental practice treating children and adults. We offer a wide range of services from routine dental care like cleanings, fillings, and crowns to complete smile makeovers.

Our team of specialists have extensive training in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, dentures, periodontal gum treatments, root canals, and both traditional braces for children and invisalign for adults. When creating your dental treatment plan, our team of specialists collaborate together to create a beautiful and functional smile to last a lifetime, all in one convenient location. The staff at El Camino Dental Arts is experienced, mature and has worked together for many years.

If you are looking to brighten and enhance your smile, please don’t hesitate to call us today at (760) 433-9255!

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Erich Schmidt

General Dentistry & Orthodontics

Doctor Schmidt received a U.S. Navy scholarship and attended the University of Washington in Seattle where he graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Sur...

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Dr. Erich Schmidt

General Dentistry & Orthodontics

Doctor Schmidt received a U.S. Navy scholarship and attended the University of Washington in Seattle where he graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1997. After completing a 3-year residency as a Lieutenant Dentist in the Navy he settled in San Diego where he loves the California climate. Doctor Schmidt is beloved by his patients and has provided exceptional family dentistry and orthodontics for over 20 years. He is married with 4 children and enjoys restoring classic hot-rods in his spare time.

  • 1997 Doctor of Dental Surgery; the University of Washington in Seattle
  • 1997 Lieutenant Office U.S. Navy Reserves; Dental Residency
  • 2008 Certificate of Completion; Faculty for Orthodontic Research and Education – Advanced Training and Orthodontics
  • Member of American Orthodontic Society 
  • Cosmetic Dentistry 
  • Bridges 
  • Fillings
  • Implant Crowns 
  • Orthodontics

Dr. Debra Edson

Endodontic Specialist (Root Canal Treatments)

Dr. Debra Edson, DMD is our root canal specialist at El Camino Dental Arts. Dr. Edson has been practicing dentistry for over 15 years. She served as a...

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Dr. Debra Edson

Endodontic Specialist (Root Canal Treatments)

Dr. Debra Edson, DMD is our root canal specialist at El Camino Dental Arts. Dr. Edson has been practicing dentistry for over 15 years. She served as a US Naval Dental Officer serving reservists and active duty personnel from 2008-2010. She is married and is an active mother of twin daughters.

Education:

  • Doctor of Medical Dentistry Tufts School of Dental Medicine: Boston 2002
  • Certificate of Endodontics University of Southern California: Los Angeles 2008
  • Nursing Certificate Minnesota State University 1992

Services:

  • Root Canal Treatments and Retreatment using Surgical Microscope

Dr. Anna Hsu

Periodontal Specialist & Dental Implants

El Camino Dental Arts are proud to welcome to our team of associates, Dr. Anna Hsu, DDS, MS Periodontist, and Implantologist. Dr. Hsu is a graduate of...

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Dr. Anna Hsu

Periodontal Specialist & Dental Implants

El Camino Dental Arts are proud to welcome to our team of associates, Dr. Anna Hsu, DDS, MS Periodontist, and Implantologist. Dr. Hsu is a graduate of the University of California, San Francisco. She has practiced in California since 2005 and currently resides in Carlsbad with her husband and son. Dr. Hsu holds several scholastic fellowships and honors including Fellowship from the International Congress of Implantology. Please call our office to schedule your introductory meeting with Dr. Hsu, today.

Education:

  • Post Graduate Certificate
  • The Periodontal Specialist University of California at San Francisco
  • Master in Science Degree Oral & Craniofacial Sciences 2009-2012
  • Doctor of Dental Surgery University of California at San Francisco 2000-2005
  • Bachelor of Arts Economics University of California at Berkley 1996-2000

Services:

  • Periodontal Treatments for gum disease
  • Osseous Surgery
  • GTR Dental Implants and Bone Grafting
  • Sinus Lift
  • Connective and Gingival Grafts

Professional Affiliations:

  • American Academy of Periodontology
  • American Dental Association
  • California Dental Association

Honors:

  • Robert L. Merin Leadership Award
  • California’s Outstanding Resident Fellow
  • International Congress of Implantology

New Patients

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Success Stories

The best service I’ve had in a very long time. No pressure sales, quiet, respectful place. The staff are more than happy to assist. Dr Schmidt is amazing a veteran to. Not going anywhere else found my forever dentist. Give them a call and schedule your appointment.

Ben

I was so nervous about going to the dentist after some bad experiences. They were all so great about working with me to manage my anxiety and I’m SO grateful!

Cat C.

We are so happy we found Dr. Schmidt shortly after we got here to Oceanside. The office staff is super friendly and helpful. Dr. Schmidt is great. He'll be our dentist for as long as we are here.

Robert M.

Can’t recommend this dental office enough! They fit me in as a new patient same day, and the dentist was were able to fix my permanent retainer. Dr Schmidt is awesome!!!

Ashley D.

Awesome dentist and office. Im terrified of the dentist and they made me feel extremely comfortable and we're very patient with me and i appreciate that. They also didn't try to talk me into procedures or anything i didn't want done. Can't recommend them enough.

Lindsey L.

Took my son here for his dentist appointment and not only were they in time and efficient but the Dr.Schmidt and the hygienist Theresa made my four year old actually ENJOY his visit. Highly recommend going in and seeing them for the dental needs!

Angela C.

I have been afraid of the Dentist for years. First Dentist in a long time that I feel comfortable going to.

Nancy H.

Great dentist, excellent support Team and outstanding customer service.

Rick C.

You know you're in the right place when the dentist, dental assistant, hygienist, and office staff are all welcoming and professional. I told Dr. Schmidt I'd rather try a day in jail than go to the dentist. He made it his priority to make my visits as peaceful and painless. I hid from dentistry for many times in my life but I won't hide from Dr. Schmidt.

Ryne G.

Our Services

General Dentistry

Orthodontics and Invisalign

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental Implants

Sedation Dentistry

Teeth Whitening

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