Business Spotlight: Kaitilin Riley DDS

By Camille DeVaul · Fri Feb 20 2026

For Dr. Kaitilin Riley, the path to dentistry began far from a traditional dental office. After working as a software engineer in Silicon Valley, Kaitilin found herself questioning the impact of her work. While the fast-paced tech world was exciting, it revolved largely around marketing goals and boardroom decisions. Dentistry, she realized, offered something more grounded: a science-based profession centered on people, care, and meaningful human connection.

Kaitilin’s journey to the Central Coast was sparked by her love of waterskiing and time spent visiting friends at Lake Nacimiento. From her first visit, she was drawn to the area’s natural beauty, welcoming atmosphere, and evolving community. Within a year, she purchased a home near the lake and soon after joined the Paso Robles dental practice of Dr. EJ Casper. She later acquired the practice, ensuring continuity of care while maintaining strong ties to its roots. Dr. Casper remains an active and respected presence, something Kaitilin says has been invaluable for patients and staff alike.

At the heart of Kaitilin’s practice is a patient-centered philosophy built on trust, listening, and teamwork. She emphasizes that dental visits are often anxiety-inducing and believes the best care comes from creating a safe, supportive environment where patients are active participants in their treatment decisions.

Her greatest professional satisfaction comes from watching patients’ attitudes shift — from fear or shame to curiosity and confidence.

As a locally rooted business, supporting the Paso Robles community is essential to Kaitilin.

"My practice and team are all members of the local community," she said. "We are not anonymous strangers to each other whom we'll never see again, but are connected by just one or two degrees of separation. I really wanted that depth of emotional connection which helps to provide purpose and passion to every patient, every day."

Kaitilin Riley DDS

336 12th St., Paso Robles

(805) 238-3880

kkrdds.com

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