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Dr. Bernard Melendez

Lead Dentist

dentist Oceanside, CA Bright Now Dental
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
15 years at Bright Now Dental
Gender
Male
Connections
127
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 37,533 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the dentist specialty. Bernard Melendez is one of them.
  • 4,552 dentists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 25 contacts at Bright Now Dental are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical dentist compensation in CA: $136,000 – $295,000 (median $201,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of dentists in CA: Pacific Dental Services (76), Western Dental & Orthodontics (35), Private Practice (35).
  • 13% of dentists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 72% of dentists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
UCLA
Doctor of Dental Surgery
2000
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Bachelor's degree
1996
Skills
Restorative Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry Dentures Root Canal
About Bright Now Dental
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
brightnow.com
Office Location
4170 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA
Professional Overview

Dr. Bernard Melendez is a Lead Dentist, currently affiliated with Bright Now Dental, based in Oceanside, CA. As a dentist, Dr. Melendez contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Oceanside, CA. They have been with Bright Now Dental for 15 years. Dr. Melendez holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Dental Surgery and Bachelor's degree, from UCLA and California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. Core competencies include Restorative Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures, Root Canal. Bright Now Dental operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit dentist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to dentist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Oceanside, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bernard Melendez located?
Dr. Bernard Melendez is based in Oceanside, CA. They are currently affiliated with Bright Now Dental.
What is Dr. Bernard Melendez's specialty?
Dr. Bernard Melendez specializes in dentist. Their current role is Lead Dentist.
Where does Dr. Bernard Melendez currently work?
Dr. Bernard Melendez currently works at Bright Now Dental. They have been there for 15 years.
What is Dr. Bernard Melendez's educational background?
Dr. Bernard Melendez attended UCLA and California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.
How do I contact Dr. Bernard Melendez for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a dentist?
Recruiting dentists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for dentists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a dentist in CA?
dentists in CA typically earn $136,000 to $295,000 annually, with a median of $201,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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