About

For the past 15 years, Dr. Contreras has devoted her career to personalized dental care and the prevention of oral diseases. She strongly believes that preventative care, education and collaboration between patient and doctor are the keys to optimal dental health. To provide the highest standards of dental care to her patients, as they should expect, Dr. Contreras has stayed current with the most recent advances in dental medicine by attending continuing education courses and clinics from the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. She is highly trained in a wide range of dental options, including porcelain dental veneers, dental bridges, natural-looking tooth-colored fillings, porcelain crowns and tooth whitening.

Dr. Maria Contreras received her DDS certification from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry, one of the most prestigious university-affiliated dental schools in the nation. She has practiced general dentistry in Temecula, Murrieta and Riverside for over 15 years.

Dr. Contreras remains passionate about her profession and loyal to each and every patient she meets. She has always found her greatest satisfaction in helping her patients achieve healthy, beautiful and long-lasting smiles. She is trustworthy, always performs to her high standards and is committed to making all patients feel as comfortable as possible while in her care.

Born and raised in Sinaloa, Mexico, Dr. Contreras went to the Autonomous University of Sinaloa and obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Before immigrating to the U.S., she practiced general and cosmetic dentistry in Mexico. Prior to her certification at the University of California, San Francisco, she was a registered dental assistant in Phoenix, Arizona.

In her spare time, Dr. Contreras enjoys many outdoor activities, including biking and swimming. Occasionally, you will find her at the gym or playing tennis. To relax, she enjoys being at home with her family and friends or visiting the nearby beaches.