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Get to know Dentist Dr. Fernand Lacayanga, who serves patients in La Mesa, California.

Dr. Lacayanga, also known as ‘Dr. Fern’, is a skilled dentist and preferred provider of Invisalign aligners. He works alongside Robert Santoro, DDS, at Allison Avenue Dental in La Mesa, California. 

As a small family practice, Allison Avenue Dental places its value in patient care, treating every individual with respect and kindness. Drs. Fern and Santoro are always happy to help patients and their families with their dental needs at their welcoming dental office, helping them to learn to love their smile.

Dentistry, also known as Dental and Oral Medicine, is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity. Dentists diagnose and treat dental issues and help patients develop better oral hygiene regimens. They clean teeth, correct bite issues, perform surgeries, create beautiful smiles, and perform other duties to ensure that the teeth and mouth are healthy.

Known for his intuitive service and attentive care, Dr. Fern has been honored with the award, Top 50 Dentists in California in 2023, from the American Dentist Society. He was also awarded as America’s Best Dentist in 2018, 2019 and 2022, and has been certified in the Marquis Who’s Who in America for 2020 – 2021 for individuals who possess professional integrity and demonstrate outstanding achievement in their respective fields.

Allison Avenue Dental was also recognized as “Best Dentist” in the La Mesa Courier’s Best of La Mesa in 2019. 

In his free time, Dr. Fern is a full-time dad to two wonderful children, which means his life is full of Disney movies and stuffed animals.

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