R. Michael Alvarez, DDS, Inc.
About Us
Advanced Oral Diagnosis and Treatment Center IN DANVILLE, CALIFORNIA
About Our Practice
We believe that one thing sets us apart from all the other dental offices in the Danville, California area, and that is the time we take to get to know each and every one of our patients personally. Dr. Alvarez and Dr. Brown believe that is the best way to provide the finest dental care possible and to make our patients feel safe and comfortable when they visit our office.
Every staff member is a trained dental professional with many years of training and experience. Dr. Alvarez first established his practice in 1979, and Dr. Brown began practicing dentistry in 1964 as an orthodontist!
Since then, we have been proudly serving a growing number of patients throughout the Danville, California, area.
We’re committed to providing you and your family with outstanding dental services and making your trip to our dental office a safe and reassuring experience for everyone involved. If you’re looking for the highest quality dental care possible, provided by a trained staff of professionals who truly care about their patients, then contact our office today to schedule an appointment. We would be happy to welcome you to our patient family.
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Meet The Doctors
R. Michael Alvarez, DDS
Dr. R. Michael Alvarez brings many years of experience and training to his patients throughout the Fremont, California, area. Dr. Alvarez graduated from the University of Southern California in 1977 and established his dentistry practice in Fremont in 1979. Since that time, his practice has grown to include a large number of patients throughout the Fremont area. But no matter how large we become, Dr. Alvarez believes in taking the time to get to know each and every one of his patients personally. That’s the best way to provide you and your family with the best dental care possible.
Robert Brown, DDS
February 19, 1938 – January 3, 2025
Obituary: Robert J. Brown, DDS
February 19, 1938 – January 3, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert J. Brown, beloved father, grandfather, husband, healthcare professional, and adventurer, who died on January 3, 2025, at the age of 86. He was the beloved son of Julian Delmore Brown (born in Fellows, CA) and Adrienne Paulette Henriette Gauzy (born in Aubervilliers, France), and brother of Diane Christner. He was predeceased by his wife, Carol Kidwell Brown, with whom he shared many joyful years. He is survived by his four children, Kim, Greg, Aimee, and Michelle, and seven grandchildren.
Robert’s life was a remarkable journey of resilience, passion, and dedication to helping others. Born on February 19, 1938 in Oakland, California, Robert embraced the world with curiosity and ambition. After graduating from Berkeley High, he attended the University of California at Berkeley and earned his D.D.S. from UCSF. He started his Danville, California orthodontic practice in 1964. After selling that practice in 2010, he and his daughter, Aimee, built a TMJ and sleep apnea business together. Robert's dedication to providing genuine healing, rather than just treating symptoms, earned him the respect and admiration of all who knew him. His 60-year healthcare career concluded with his retirement in February 2024 at the age of 86.
Beyond his work in orthodontics, Robert was a skilled chef who trained in France. In the early 1980’s, he and his wife, Carol, opened The Cuisinary, a cooking store and school in Danville. This became a gathering place for culinary enthusiasts and hosted legends including James Beard, Jacques Pépin, and Simone Beck. Robert’s love of food was only rivaled by his love of adventure. He pursued a wide variety of hobbies including building several homes at Donner Lake, tournament fishing in Mexico, abalone diving, gold dredging in the Trinity Alps, gardening, and water and snow skiing.
He was a member of the Danville Rotary Club and was named a Rotarian of the Year. He founded Danville’s Discovery Counseling Center and the senior citizens Dial-A-Ride initiative.
In 2014 Dr. Bob turned to writing, publishing his first book, "Why? The Question That Could Save Your Life," followed by "Punk Medicine." His writings reflected his belief in holistic health and longevity. His thirst for knowledge most recently led him to the study of quantum physics.
In addition to his many professional accomplishments, Robert had a remarkable personal story. He survived being run over by a car at age seven, a broken neck from a football injury in college, heart attacks, cancer and two bouts of Guillain-Barré Syndrome related to Covid 19. He viewed each challenge as a temporary setback, and was always planning his next goal or adventure. After many years of cheating death, Robert finally succumbed to heart failure.
Dr. Bob leaves behind a legacy of courage, compassion, curiosity and a thirst for life that inspired everyone around him. He will be deeply missed by his children, grandchildren, and countless friends, patients, and colleagues.
May his adventurous spirit and passion for helping others live on in all who have had the privilege to know him. Plans for a Celebration of Life are underway. Please email your contact information to doctorbob.celebration@gmail.com to be notified of details.
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