Welcome to
Pathway Dental Group — Santa Barbara
Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Your Local Dentist Office in Santa Barbara
Our dental office is accepting new patients! For more than 30 years, Pathway Dental Group dentists have provided quality dental care to Santa Barbara residents. We’re conveniently located near the 101 in Santa Barbara — just a block from the intersection of Mission and State Street. Let us care for you and your family’s dental health, close to home.
Doctors at Pathway Dental Santa Barbara

Dr. Sten Ericson, DDS
Dr. Ericson is the founder of Pathway Dental Group. He excelled at two residencies in implant surgery and multiple residencies in advanced bone grafting, gum grafting, oral surgery and surgical orthodontics. His goal is making sure his patients are relaxed and anxiety-free.

Dr. Kent Tubbs, DMD
Dr. Tubbs grew up in Stillwater, Minnesota, and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. After graduation, he attended the Oregon Health and Science University’s School of Dentistry where he graduated with high honors.
Dental Services at Pathway Dental Group
Cosmetic Dentistry
Specialty Dental Services in Santa Barbara
At Pathway Dental Group, we’re proud to offer a full range of dental services at our Santa Barbara location. Whether you’re looking for a cosmetic dentist, need dental implants or just require a regular cleaning, we have services for you. And if you ever have dental pain, swelling or another urgent issue, our emergency dental services give you quick relief, with same-day appointments.
Specialty Services
Dental Services, Affordable for All
We believe that everyone should get the dental care they need — in a way that fits their budget. So, at Pathway Dental Group in Santa Barbara, we have financing options and an in-house membership plan, and we are in network with most major insurance providers. These convenient payment options apply to all three of our Pathway Dental locations. We promise to always make costs transparent upfront before you receive dental treatment. No hidden fees. No gotchas. Just great, affordable dental care.
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We are in-network with nearly 20 dental insurance plans, including Aetna, Ameritas, Sun Life, MetLife, DeltaCare USA, Principal and GEHA. We also accept most PPO plans.
View All Accepted InsuranceLaunch Loyalty Membership Plan
Don’t have dental insurance? Our Pathway Dental Launch Loyalty membership plan can help. You pay a monthly or annual fee and receive discounted dental services, with no deductible or maximum.
Learn About Launch LoyaltyFinancing Options
We work with third-party payment providers, including CareCredit and Sunbit. With both, it’s easy to apply, and you can define the payment plan that works for you and your family.
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