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Studio 32 Dentistry

Holistic Dentistry in Lower Pacific Heights

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(415) 775-3368WebsiteUpdated Aug 29, 2026

About Studio 32 Dentistry

Studio 32 Dentistry provides dental care on Post Street in the Lower Pacific Heights area of San Francisco, California. Holistic, or biological, dentistry applies standard dental diagnosis and treatment within an approach that emphasises material choice and conservative treatment, considering oral health as connected to the body more broadly rather than treating the mouth in isolation.

Payment and insurance arrangements vary by practice and by treatment, so it is worth asking directly what is covered and what options exist for anything that is not, rather than assuming either way. Getting that clarified before treatment starts avoids surprises once it is underway.

Beyond any single treatment, most dental visits start with an examination — checking for decay, reviewing the gums, and looking at existing fillings or crowns — often alongside X-rays where there is a reason to look between or beneath teeth. That groundwork is what a dentist uses to explain any findings and set out next steps before you leave.

Routine attendance, roughly every six months for most people, is what actually keeps small problems small. A lot of decay and gum disease develops without any pain in its early stages, which is why regular checkups matter even when nothing seems to be wrong, rather than only booking an appointment once something hurts.

A first appointment at a new practice typically covers a full examination, a review of your dental and medical history, and a professional cleaning, with X-rays if you do not have recent ones. It is also a reasonable time to raise any longer-term concerns, cosmetic or otherwise, so they can be factored into a plan going forward.

Day-to-day oral health still comes down to the basics between visits — brushing twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, cleaning between the teeth, and limiting how often sugary food and drink appear through the day matters more than the total amount eaten at once. Regular professional care is what catches whatever those habits do not. Contact details for Studio 32 Dentistry are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Patients looking for holistic dentistry on Post Street in the Lower Pacific Heights area of San Francisco, California can consider Studio 32 Dentistry, which lists it among its treatments. The practice is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Full service details and contact options are available on this page.

Clinic Details

Best Known For

Invisalign, Dentures, Holistic Dentistry, Root Canal Treatment

Business Hours

Monday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
WednesdayClosed
Thursday
8:00 AM5:00 PM
FridayClosed
Saturday(Today)Closed
SundayClosed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Studio 32 Dentistry located in San Francisco?
Studio 32 Dentistry is on Post Street in the Lower Pacific Heights area of San Francisco, California (94115).
What days is Studio 32 Dentistry open?
Studio 32 Dentistry is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Contact the practice through this page to confirm current appointment times before travelling.
What services does Studio 32 Dentistry offer?
Listed services at Studio 32 Dentistry include Holistic Dentistry. The full list is shown on this page.
What is holistic dentistry?
It is an approach that considers oral health in the context of overall health and tends to emphasise material choices and conservative treatment. The underlying clinical standards for diagnosing and treating dental disease remain the same.
What is the difference between holistic and cosmetic dentistry?
They overlap but are not the same thing. Cosmetic dentistry is about appearance specifically, while holistic dentistry is a broader philosophy about material choice and treating the mouth as connected to overall health, which can apply to any treatment including cosmetic work.
What causes bad breath and can a dentist help?
Persistent bad breath most often comes from bacteria on the tongue and around the gumline, and gum disease is a frequent underlying cause. Because it is usually oral in origin, a dental examination is a sensible first step.

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Services Offered

Root Canal TreatmentInvisalignDenturesHolistic Dentistry

Reviews

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d***4 months ago

I've had a fabulous experience with Dr Bal, Dr Lee and Studio 32. The team always pay great care and attention. All treatments, from cleanings to other procedures have felt easy to bear and even pleasant; even for someone like me who is typically fearful of dental treatments. They also carry the newest technology which has made check ups and cleanings super fast and seamless. I could not recommend them enough.

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P***5 months ago

Dental hygienist is very experienced and knowledgeable about long term dental care.

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G***7 months ago

My crown was painless! I drive from Sebastopol, Sonoma County to San Francisco to “Studio 32 Dentistry” formerly,” A People Oriented Dental Practice DDS/DMD”; for 34yrs. I drive 34 miles for my cleanings and all dental needs! For me, it’s the quality, not the mileage.

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Y***1 year ago

Dr.Bal and her staff are carrying on the trustworthy care and excellence in dentistry left by my former dentist, Dr. Stephen Ostwald with whom I had known since 1982. I feel very grateful for his decision to choose her as his successor.

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J***1 year ago

Dr. Bal and her practice are smart, talented people who care about their patients and do excellent work for them. My spouse and our son also go there for their dental needs.

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m***1 year ago

I can't rave enough about Studio 32 Dentistry's team. These folks are super professional and fare also active listeners, patient, and kind. I had a dental emergency and somehow they made time for me out of their busy schedule. I have my smile back. Thank you Studio 32 Dentistry team.

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