About

Dr. Alena Nawrocki's path to dentistry began early. Growing up, she spent time alongside her grandmother, an associate professor of prosthodontics at a major hospital in Minsk, Belarus, watching her craft removable prosthetics and care for her patients with precision and warmth. That early influence shaped everything. Dr. Nawrocki went on to earn her first dental degree from Minsk Medical University, then continued her education in California, graduating with her DDS from Loma Linda University in 2006.

After graduation, Dr. Nawrocki pursued extensive advanced training across multiple disciplines. She completed a residency in implant dentistry through the New York implant program in 2008 and a comprehensive orthodontic residency through USDI. In 2011, she earned her Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), a credential that reflects a deep commitment to continuing education and clinical excellence. In 2020, she became a member of GDIA, completing additional training in full-mouth reconstruction and surgical implantation through the organization.

Dr. Nawrocki has been part of Dental Arts San Diego since 2009, and in 2012 she purchased the practice, becoming its third owner. What began as an associate role grew into a personal mission: to build a practice where patients receive honest treatment planning, modern diagnostics, and care that is genuinely focused on long-term health and confidence. The practice has been in the same El Cajon location for decades, housed in a building with unusual architecture and a history that stretches back to 1963.

Her clinical focus centers on extensive dentistry, including dental implants and full-arch restorations, full-mouth reconstruction, root canal therapy, crown and bridge, and cosmetic smile improvements. She approaches every case with CBCT imaging, nerve mapping, and digital TRIOS scanning to ensure accurate diagnostics and precise treatment planning. The goal is always a functional, durable outcome that supports each patient's health, appearance, and confidence for the long term.

Dr. Nawrocki holds herself and her team to a standard of never settling. The entire office attends continuing education courses regularly, staying current with the latest materials, techniques, and technology so that every patient benefits from the most up-to-date care available. She believes in transparent, judgment-free conversations about treatment options and is committed to helping each patient understand their choices and feel confident in their decisions.

Outside of the practice, Dr. Nawrocki enjoys hiking, working out, practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with her family. Her son is currently in his third year of dental school, carrying the family's dedication to dentistry into a new generation.

Your first visit at Dental Arts San Diego is designed to help us understand the full picture. Whether you are here for an urgent concern, a long-term goal, or a complete smile transformation, we take time to learn about your dental history, your family context, your expectations, and what motivated you to schedule.

Patient experience

You will be welcomed by our front office team, then brought back for a comprehensive diagnostic workup that may include digital X-rays and a CBCT scan. From there, you will meet with Dr. Nawrocki to review your concerns, talk through your goals, and evaluate what is happening beneath the surface.

Once your clinical findings are complete, our treatment coordinator will help walk you through your options, including insurance, financing, scheduling, and next steps. If you are ready to move forward the same day, we will do everything we can to accommodate you.

What to bring

To help make your first appointment as smooth as possible, please bring the following: