Dr Brian Mills

With over 44 years of experience, Dr. Brian C. Mills brings a deep commitment to precision, advanced training, and compassionate care to his patients at Peninsula Center of Cosmetic Dentistry in Mountain View, CA. His career has been defined by a passion for solving complex dental problems—particularly those involving TMJ disorders, occlusion, and full-mouth rehabilitation. Dr. Mills earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from Tufts School of Dental Medicine in 1980, after completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Santa Clara. He pursued a General Practice Residency at Ft. Irwin Hospital and went on to complete two advanced mini-residencies: a two-year program through FACE focused on TMD and occlusion, and a three-year program with the OBI Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry, where he now serves as core faculty. His approach to dentistry is rooted in bioesthetic principles—an understanding of the entire chewing system, not just the teeth. This comprehensive view allows him to diagnose and treat patients who have often been searching for answers to chronic pain, bite issues, and TMJ-related discomfort. Dr. Mills takes pride in delivering not only aesthetic smiles but also healthy, functional bites that provide long-term comfort and stability. Dr. Mills is a Fellow of the International Congress of Implantology and a past president of the Mid-Peninsula Dental Society. He is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA), and the OBI Foundation for Bioesthetic Dentistry. A Bay Area native, Dr. Mills has lived in Menlo Park for the past 17 years, and previously in Los Altos. He and his wife, Alison, have been together for 16 years and enjoy spending time with their blended family, which includes four adult children and five grandchildren. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Mills enjoys cycling and has taken part in many cycling trips with Alison over the years. Dr. Mills believes in continuous improvement and lifelong learning. When he’s not helping patients or spending time with his family, he’s either attending or teaching advanced dental courses across the country—always striving to stay at the forefront of patient care.