Carl E Primavera, DDS

Great dentist! Another precious find in Santa Cruz. I moved to the area recently and don’t have a regular dentist. A crown came off and I needed it cemented. After calling around, I chose Dr. Primavera based on a combination of price and perceived honesty and professionalism according to Unilocal reviews. Thankfully, they had a cancellation and got me in the same day. What a pleasure! The whole team is wonderful. Dr. Primavera is thoughtful, engaging, asks the right questions and treats the staff like valued professionals. The procedure was remarkably painless and he got my bite right where it should be. The pricing was comparatively affordable and there was no pressure to buy additional services. They did offer a plan for a future exam and cleaning which was also affordable. I made an appointment since I hadn’t had either for over two years. Great people! Great service! Great experience! I recommend Dr. Primavera and his team highly!

Highly recommended! Going to see Dr Primavera and Leslie is always a treat. I finished school at UCSC and moved away from Santa Cruz in 2004, but I still return for my cleanings and checkups. I love my dentist!

I have seen many different dentists. I grew up in Vermont, lived in CO, and finally found home in Santa Cruz. Carl Primavera is by far the best! Not only is he very talented, but he is very pleasant. This is the first review I have ever written, my experience has been so good I just had to share.

I have to agree with all the rest… visited for the first time today. Dr. Primavera and staff are great. Nice, intelligent and no nonsense. A definite «recommend».

Dr. Primavera is honest, good and super nice. As good as it gets. He does see children as well.

Another awesome visit for me. I’ve now sent tons of my clients and family to Carl and alls I hear from everyone is how much they wished they had gone to him years ago.
Thanks for changing the way I feel about going to the dentist which is so important!

I hate going to the dentist. I love that I have found Dr. Primavera! He is so nice and takes the time to answer your questions and doesn’t recommend procedures unless you actually need them. I had xrays done to look at my wisdom teeth and he said I’m in the clear at the moment. So nice to hear after having another dentist who was $$$ hungry knowing I don’t have dental insurance making me feel like it was pretty much a «life or death» surgery. Not only did Dr. Primavera tell me I’m okay for now and there’s no rush for pulling any teeth but then knowing I have no insurance and not a whole lot of money he helped me out on the price of the xrays. Obviously a dentist who honestly cares about his patients well being and not their $. He’s got an awesome staff there too! Everyone from the front desk to the dental assistant-​she was great and very knowledgeable.

Dr. Primavera is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He’s a caring dentist who wants to make sure that you have a good dental experience as well as a great result! If you’re trying to find a dentist who’s going to do great dental work and actually cares about you, then Dr. Primavera should be your choice! I still have 5 crowns left to finish and there is no way anyone else is touching my teeth except Dr. Primavera! I wish I would have went to him years ago!!!

Carl Primavera and his team have made going to the dentist a much better experience. In this office the staff are in-​tune with your dental health and always proactive in assisting with preventative information and treatment.
Although I have only needed the biannual cleanings… this place is top notch in my book!
PS: My buddy knocked out a tooth and he was able to get an appointment even after regular business hours!!!

Dr. Primavera is a master! Not only is he adept at truly painless dentistry, he is an artist in his field. Carl has been my dentist for ages & has seen me through root canals, extractions and cosmetic (lovely caps!!) procedures. When asked for a reference to a great dentist, I always recommend Dr. Primavera.

Dr. Primavera is great with children, too! My girls have been seeing him since they were 3 & 4 years old. They love going to the dentist and I thank Dr. Primavera and his staff for making it such an easy and fun experience.

Referred by my boyfriend who always is happy to go to the dentist. Well, he is happy that it’s Dr Primavera. He was even more stoked when he paddled out and saw Carl surfing one day. He is very personable and makes you feel at ease. A very good quality for a dentist. His staff is also very friendly and accommodating.

Doctor Primavera is an exceptional dentist. His staff is fantastic and very efficient. Highly recommended.