




Highly Trained Staff at Pope Dental
You can have a great dentist, but if you don't like the rest of the dental staff, you may still want to avoid your dentist's office. At Pope Dental in Walnut Creek, we are proud of comfortable and friendly environment our staff members create.
Find out why patients from the East Bay and throughout the San Francisco area come to Pope Dental. You'll soon see that our exceptional and highly trained dental staff members offer excellent patient care and value for dental services that will exceed your expectations.
In order to keep you well informed about your dental health needs and to ensure we produce your desired results, each staff member gives attention to every detail. When in our Walnut Creek dental office, please feel free to call upon any one of our professional staff to assist you and make your dental experience great!
To better serve the needs of our patients, in 2006, Dr. Pope added two dentists to the Pope Dental family: Dr. Erin Flanigan and Dr. Linda Lollini.
Exceeding the Cosmetic Dentistry Expectations of Our East Bay Patients
If you want not only a healthy smile, but also a beautiful smile and you want to receive personalized care, you've come to the right place. At Pope Dental in Walnut Creek, Dr. Scott Pope and our entire dental staff are proud to provide general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry treatments to patients from throughout the East Bay.
Introducing Dr. Scott Pope DDS, one of the premier cosmetic dentists in the San Francisco area, offering teeth whitening and other services from his Walnut Creek office.
1844 San Miguel Dr. Suite 200
Walnut Creek, California 94596








Meet Dr. Erin Flanigan
When adding a new dentist to the practice, Dr. Pope wanted to ensure that patients would continue to get the level of care they deserved. Dr. Erin Flanigan has an attention to detail and exceptional personalized care that has always been a priority at Pope Dental. Her comprehensive knowledge and understanding of patients' concerns compliments our level of expertise and superior patient care.
Dr. Erin Flanigan was raised in Danville, California and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from University of Oregon. After college, Dr. Flanigan returned to the Bay Area and attended the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. She graduated with honors and received a doctorate of dental surgery.
Since graduation, Dr. Flanigan has completed an Advanced Education residency in General Dentistry from the University of the Pacific. This residency focused on advanced training in treatment of patients requiring comprehensive dental care. Dr. Flanigan enjoys the challenges of comprehensive dental care along with the professional and personal relationships that develop with her patients while providing the best dental care available.
Dr. Flanigan is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association and the Contra Costa Dental Society.
In her free time, Dr. Flanigan loves to swim, run, cook, and watch college sports.

Meet Dr. Linda Lollini
Dr. Pope was glad to welcome Dr. Linda Lollini into the Pope Dental family. Dr. Lollini believes that quality of care comes not only from impeccable care and diagnosis, but also from paying close attention to a patient’s needs and desires for care.
After growing up in the Midwest, Dr. Lollini attended the Ohio State University for undergraduate studies during which she completed an honors program at New College in Oxford University, England. Dr. Lollini received her doctorate of dental surgery degree from the Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1991.
Since graduation, Dr. Lollini practiced dentistry in Ohio, Wisconsin, and Arizona. Most recently, Dr. Lollini held the position of dental director with the Wisconsin Health Fund where she practiced dentistry, managed an 18 operatory facility, and assisted in the design and implementation of the Dental Benefit Plan.
Throughout her career, Dr. Lollini has tried to improve health in low-income populations. She has worked with inner city clinics and the Indian Health Services. In addition, she has volunteered her dental services to people in remote villages of Honduras. Presently, Dr. Lollini also directs Sister Ann Dental Clinic, a non-profit Health Care Clinic in Napa, which delivers services mostly to the low-income migrant populations of the area.
Dr. Lollini enjoys spending all of her free time with her husband Chris and daughter Olivia. Her hobbies include travel, cooking, motorcycling, and almost any outdoor activity.



1844 San Miguel Dr.
Ste. 200
Walnut Creek,
California 94596
925.939.4989
Education
Our Walnut Creek cosmetic dentist started his advanced education at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Dr. Pope then continued his dental education at Northwestern University Dental School, where he received his doctorate in dental surgery in 1993.
Dedicated to providing you with advanced cosmetic and restorative dental treatments, Dr. Pope has made it a point to continue his education. In fact, he has accumulated more than 1,000 hours of advanced education since completing his doctoral program, including receiving post-doctoral certificates in:
- Esthetic Dentistry from UCLA School of Dentistry
- Advanced orthodontic training from the Academy of Gp Orthodontics
He is also certified in the Branemark Osseointegrated Implant Systems and Nobel Biocare Implant Systems.
This additional education places Dr. Pope at the highest level of restorative and cosmetic dentistry, allowing him to provide you with high-quality care.
Professional Associations and Activities
To remain at the top of his field, Dr. Pope not only provides excellent care at his Walnut Creek dental practice, but he is also involved in the greater dental community.
Dr. Pope is also a proud member of various reputable professional organizations, including:
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- Academy of Gp Orthodontics
- Contra Costa Dental Society (board member)
- Continuing Education Committee
- ICOI/ Implant Study Group
- Ridgecrest Professionals Study Group
As an expert in his field, Dr. Pope is the Head Team Dentist for the Saint Mary's College athletic programs. He also was the "Ask the Expert" dentist for KPIX Channel 5 television and KCBS News Radio in Contra Costa County from 1999 to 2001.
Meet Dr. Scott Pope, Our Amazing Cosmetic Dentist
A San Francisco Bay Area native, Dr. Scott Pope is a skilled, experienced cosmetic dentist committed to producing dazzling, healthy smiles for his patients. He and his staff will provide you with personalized care in a friendly, professional manner.
You want to keep your smile healthy and beautiful, but we know that not many people look forward to going to the dentist. That's why at Pope Dental, serving the entire East Bay, we pride ourselves on making your dental visits a positive experience in a relaxing, friendly, and supportive atmosphere. We emphasize excellence in our treatment and attentiveness to your comfort and well-being. You deserve the best in general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, and that is why we are here.
We are dedicated to your dental health, offering all the latest techniques in the restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedures at our Walnut Creek office. We utilize the most advanced dental technology to create a beautiful smile for you, while reducing any possibility of discomfort.
Sometimes the most painful part of your dental visit is dealing with your insurance company and figuring out how to pay the balance that your insurance won't cover. As a courtesy to you, we will bill your insurance carrier and assist you with any questions regarding your dental insurance.
We also offer convenient payment options so you don't have to delay achieving your optimum dental health and an attractive smile. We will always take the time to explain your cosmetic dentistry treatment and associated fees prior to your care and assist you with any insurance claims and questions you may have related to treatment. With quite a few different payment options available, we are able to help you receive the cosmetic and restorative dentistry services you desire in an affordable manner.

Cosmetic and Restorative Procedures We Offer
Dr. Pope provides comprehensive, personalized care in a friendly, professional manner. At Pope Dental in Walnut Creek, we proudly offer a wide range of dental treatments to patients from throughout the East Bay and San Francisco. Some of the treatments we offer include:
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