Smile transformations that
look natural, not dental.

Cosmetic Dentist in Santa Cruz, CA

Dr. Catalina Payne is the cosmetic dentist Santa Cruz patients trust to design smiles that fit your face, not a template.
AACD member. Spear-trained. Over 100 hours of advanced cosmetic education annually.
See real results from our Santa Cruz office, serving patients from Aptos, Capitola, and Watsonville.

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SPEAR Dental Team Training Education M. Catalina Payne, DMD

You avoid smiling in photos. You cover your mouth when you laugh. You have been meaning to do something about your teeth for years, but you are not sure where to start or who to trust.

We hear this from patients every week. Most of them sit in our chair expecting a long, complicated process. What they get instead is a clear plan, a preview of their results, and a team that makes the experience easier than they expected.

WHY PATIENTS CHOOSE SCDA

Artistry you can see. Results you can trust.

Every smile we design starts with one question: what will look natural on your face? Dr. Payne combines advanced cosmetic training with an artist’s eye for detail. The result is dental work that does not look like dental work.

< 5%

of U.S. dentists hold AACD membership

100+

hours of advanced cosmetic education annually

Dr. Catalina Payne cosmetic dentist Santa Cruz

Cost should not be what stops you.

Santa Cruz Dental Artists accepts CareCredit with interest-free payment options for qualified patients. Most patients are surprised how manageable a monthly payment looks compared to the full case cost. We walk you through the numbers at your consultation, no pressure.

WHAT WE DO

Cosmetic and restorative dentistry, designed with precision.

From a single veneer to a complete smile makeover, every treatment at Santa Cruz Dental Artists is planned with aesthetics first. These are our most requested services.

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Porcelain Veneers

Custom-crafted porcelain shells that correct color, shape, spacing, and alignment. Designed to match your natural teeth so closely that no one will know they are there.

Invisalign Clear Aligners

Straighten crowded, gapped, or misaligned teeth without metal brackets. Clear, removable aligners custom-fitted by Dr. Payne for adult patients who want results without compromising their appearance during treatment.

Smile Makeovers

A comprehensive plan combining multiple treatments to transform your entire smile. Veneers, whitening, bonding, and alignment working together for a result that looks natural and feels like you.

Implant Restorations

Replace missing teeth with implant-supported crowns that look and function like the teeth you lost. Dr. Payne focuses on the restoration: the visible crown that has to match your natural smile perfectly.

M. Catalina Payne, DMD

4.9

Based on 129 reviews

Real patients. Real results.
Their words, not ours.

Dr. Catalina exceeds excellence. 5 stars is not even enough to give her justice for her commitment to her craft. I am so grateful that I inherited her as my dentist. I’ve had to have bridge work done at a young age and now 20 years later, to have her in my corner when it comes to my smile means so much. In addition, her leadership shows in the outstanding service from her staff. If you want luxury care at a reasonable price, look no further.

Amber G.

M. Catalina Payne, DMD
Cosmetic, Restorative & Sedation Dentistry

Dr Catalina is the best dentist I’ve ever had. She connects with you on a personal level and genuinely cares about your wellbeing. The staff are super friendly and so efficient. Special mention to Krystle,Rozanne and Meghan. I like a lot of people have a fear of going to the dentist but with this team looking after you it really makes it so much easier. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr Catalina Santa Cruz Dental Artists.
Richard M.

I was really impressed with the calm and comprehensive manner Dr. Payne has. She is very thorough evaluating everything from my jaw health to teeth; far more involved than other dentists I’ve seen. The staff are incredibly polite and overall chill vibe. I would say if you are anxious about the dentist give them a try. Parking is super easy as well.
Matt C.

Over a lifetime of having had virtually every type dental procedure, and a number of dental professionals over all that time, without doubt, Dr. Payne’s practice is unsurpassed in the care she and her staff provide, from overall care to the most minute detail. My experience at this practice has been and continues to be truly excellent! …
On review of my above previous review from months passed, it fully holds true! This is a wonderful dental and aesthetics practice, which is now partnering with other practitioners in the community to bring a spectrum of great care to their clientele…
Laurie M.