Dr. Tanya Kristina Machnick, D.D.S., M.S.
EndodonticsNPI: 1467521625
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Dr. Tanya Machnick is an endodontist (root canal specialist) with 20 years of experience helping patients in Santa Cruz feel comfortable and cared for during treatment. She earned her dental degree from UCSF and completed advanced training in endodontics at Loma Linda University, giving her deep expertise in saving teeth. Dr. Machnick creates a welcoming space where patients never feel judged or embarrassed, making even complex procedures feel manageable. With a background as a trained dancer and musician, she brings creativity and compassion to her practice. She is accepting new patients today.
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Education & Training
- MS Endodontics from Loma Linda University (2003)
- BS Biology from UCLA (1993)
- DDS from UCSF (1999)
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 11/06/2006
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Beyond the Office
Trained dancer who performed from age 5-18
Played violin through college and in the UCLA symphony
Co-owned a tie-dye company in high school where she designed and sold hand-dyed fashion art
Designed and made clothes and jewelry
Left dental practice in 2016 due to vision disability from working under surgical microscope
Currently an Intentional Creativity Teacher in the Color of Woman Method
Astrology sign: Libra
Passionate about color and believes it is a form of communication and vibration
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