Dr Arnold Cutler is by far the best dentist i have ever known,he and his staff do everything to help,it is truly rare to see such high standards,Truly the Best,Go there and see forself,You Will Not Regret it, THE BEST DENTIST EVER read more

Arnold Cutler, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me - Lakeside, California

I completely recommend Dr. and his entire office! Years ago, I started coming here because I had a very bad experience with billing and staff at another doctor's office, and the staff here were very professional, kind, and caring! Getting my teeth cleaned is actually enjoyable. read more

Ms. Connie makes this business boom in the best manner possible. Her professionalism and welcome greeting made my usually dreaded visits to any dentist far from scary and anxiety riddled! I recently went in for a root canal and crown in the same visit all in one morning! Very pleased with the quality of care provided to me and discretion with payment for services rendered. read more

Best dentist!! Nobody delivers local numbing like Dr Cutler! He truly is a gentle and excellent dentist!

Can't say enough good things about Dr Cutler and the rest of his staff. Made me feel comfortable and gave me best possible recommendations for my teeth. Alyssa the front desk staff is a sweetheart. You can tell they all care very much read more

I like so many ,dislike anything dentist but I had a couple dental emergencies and Dr cutler and staff took care of me right away and were even available after hours. It's a fantastic spot. Highly recommend. read more

Dr Cutler has done a great job for me so far. I still need some work but have confidence he is able to do everything needed to repair my damaged teeth. The Doctor and his friendly, professional staff have been working with me, scheduling my dental work around my other medical appointments. read more

Veterans Beware!!! Went in for a cleaning as a consult from the Veterans Affairs Office... They started preparing me for x-ray, I told them I did not need x-rays and that I only came in for a cleaning. I also explained to them that I just had an exam and x-rays done at the VA the week prior and that they could request them from the VA. The dental hygienist told me that they don't communicate with the VA and that I could not get my teeth cleaned unless I got x-rays done. They gave me no other options so I no longer felt comfortable receiving service done at this clinic. Not long after expressing my concerns their secretary made an unsolicited and unnecessary comment about how their dental office goes out of their way to provide service to veterans by accepting consults from the Veterans Affairs Office, how I should just get the x-ray done because I'm not paying for it, the government is, all while threatening to report me to the Veterans Affairs Office for refusing service. read more

Dr. Cutler cured this big guy's fear of the dentist I initially needed lots of shots (previously a phobia), and I have Tourette's, so dentists in general were an avoidance until I basically didn't have a choice anymore due to pain in my gums. It is a joy to write that the past is over, and the fear is behind me! Years now, he has been my normal dentist since 2016. I had to have some teeth taken out due to my past sugar love, neglect, and probably years of fear. I now regularly have no cavities, and no fear of shots. So happy to be writing this and being in the now! Thank you cool dentist dude, signed your huge 6 foot 7 Tourette ticn' patient Jo-Jo! read more

If you have dentist office anxiety, this is the place to go. Dr. Cutler was gentle and friendly and took his time with me showing me pictures of my teeth and x-rays and discussing my dental needs. You can tell he loves what he does! Office staff was friendly and welcoming as well. I go back next month for a cleaning and I'm not nervous at all. Super happy I found Dr. Cutler through yelp! read more

I know I just left a review a few months back but just had to express the gratitude I had for Dr. Cutler, Alicia and Jen over my latest visit. They were amazing and super helpful! Those 3 are life saver and more than amazing. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Cutler for more than 20 years. He and his staff are very professional, and I have always received top notch care. Over the years when I needed to have a root canal for a molar and another molar removed, Dr. Cutler referred me to local dental professionals who also provided me with top notch care. Even though I live in the San Carlos area, I am glad to take the extra time to drive to Santee to see my most favorite dentist ever! read more

very friendly and kind staff including dr. older nice and funny. very much a home like feeling. I got there early and they took me in early. office building is older but dont let that fool you. they are wonderful. read more

We cannot say enough good things about Dr. Cutler and his wonderful caring staff. They were gracious about fitting my husband into their busy schedule during a recent dental emergency, provided excellent connections to other professionals needed prior to finishing his procedure with Dr. Cutler and above all, were very caring and concerned with how he was doing along the way. Dr. Cutler is a man of integrity and we feel blessed to have found a dentist with an ethical and medically skilled practice. Dr. Cutler, himself, called our home to check on him following the dental procedures. That's amazing! And my husband has his beautiful smile back!! We highly recommend Dr. Arnold Cutler. read more

I've been coming here for a few years now, and they always do a great job. I had to get my teeth cleaned after work on Valentine's Day, and they even offered to give me a doctor's note so I wouldn't get in trouble. Would recommend to anyone that needs a dentist. read more

I have been to so many dentists in San Diego County that were not great. Due to this I had developed anxiety going to a dentist & avoided going for over two years. I developed pain so was forced to find a new dentist once again. I am so thankful I found Dr Cutler! He does an amazing job & I no longer fear going. He has pulled two teeth, put in a bridge, filled cavities, performed a root canal & now am in the process of another bridge (I genetically have bad teeth) I am thrilled I no longer have to avoid going or search for a new dentist again! Also I love his receptionist, assistant & hygienist. They are so kind & personable:) One more thing... Dr Cutler is honest & doesn't say you need work done when you actually don't! I've had this happen with previous dentists who will try to max out your insurance benefits just to make more money! Go see Dr Cutler! In my opinion, he's the best dentist & team in the county! read more

Staff is super nice and welcoming. Dr. Cutler, is the nicest dentist I've ever met, has a sense of humor. And he takes the time to explain everything to you, plus all his equipment is high tech and up to date. First time I've ever had a virtual tour of the inside of my mouth. Funny yet very interesting. And while my last dentist told me I had 2 cavities Dr. Cutler had a machine that actually checks to see if it is a cavity.... It wasn't! (Has me wondering if the past work I had done at the other dentist was necessary, and plus the money I spent. SMH!) I also got the offer of Lifetime Whitening for $94, as long as I continue to come for a check/cleaning every 6 months :) which I will. Thanks Dr. Cutler! read more

I went to Dr. Cutler after winning a raffle prize for free whitening at his office. It was a refreshing change to walk into a dentist office that felt like the dentist I went to as a child, not a huge office where you are treated like a number. I returned to my primary dentist (huge office) after I started having a toothache a few months later. After about 5 minutes of x-rays and looking at my mouth my normal dentist informed me that I needed to have a tooth pulled (and not the one that was bothering me!) and then get 2 new crowns and a bridge for the small fee of $5,000. Needless to say I got out of there as quickly as I could and called Dr. Cutler. They had an appointment for me the next day! Dr. Cutler was able to see that all I needed was a root canal in the tooth that was bothering me and was able to schedule me quickly since I was going out of town. He takes the time to tell you everything step by step and makes sure that you are comfortable throughout the procedure. From now on Dr. Cutler will be my dentist. And his staf, Kathy and Jan, is just as nice as he is! read more

I have never liked going to the dentist but Dr. Cutler and his staff are so warm and friendly that it makes me feel good about going. They are very gentle and are genuinely concerned with how you feel while you are in the chair. Dr. Cutler and his staff will not hound you to make appointments or spend ridiculous amounts of money on unnecessary procedures, unlike some dentists I've been too. Everyone who works there is very practical, down to earth and has a good sense of humor. They are like a family and really make you feel like you are a part of the family too. I would definitely recommend this dentist to anyone! read more

DR. CUTLER IS THE BEST DENTIST EVER!!! I have to say that my experience there was awesome and everyone there is so friendly. With my husband being in the military and moving from location to location, it's hard to establish a place to go to all the time. So when I found Dr. Cutler I was so happy I found my new dentist. Dr. Cutler is by far the best and is very thorough when it comes to explaining the process in what he will be doing to your teeth. He made me feel very comfortable and I couldn't complain about it. He answered all of my questions and I even got to see on camera when he was checking my teeth so I could see what he was doing. That was the first time ever I was able to see inside my own mouth thoroughly and I was excited. Jan is also awesome!!! She was taking my x-rays of my teeth and made me feel right at home. We were just talking and having conversations and time just flew by. She really knew how to make me feel comfortable and enjoy my experience. Kathy is so sweet!!! She made making my appointments super easy and was very helpful. She even gave my kids flowers to give to me for an early Mother's Day and I thought that was just so thoughtful of her and I really appreciated that. Kelli is super great with kids!!! She actually took care of my son, who is only 4 years old and made him feel so comfortable. He was so excited and she was explaining things to him and let him hold the suction. He was happy to be at his dentist appointment and I think that's rare to find in a 4 year old. But Kelli knew exactly what she was doing and I am so lucky that she took care of my son. Ethan says THANK YOU SO MUCH AGAIN!!! Overall, my son and I's experience at Dr. Cutler's was the BEST!!! It's feels very family oriented and they are just so sweet over there. I highly recommend going to Dr. Cutler's if you live in the Lakeside area. Thank y'all again so much for everything. read more

Alisa or Alise (the woman that answers phones and sets appointments) would not tell me her name so this is based on what I remember it to be. She was rude and obnoxious, hanging up on me multiple times. I guess I will never find out how good a dentist Dr Cutler is because his front end stinks. read more

Dr. Cutler and his team are great. They are very reasonable and honest when it comes to your teeth. I have been going there for about 1 year now and just recently starting taking my husband there. I cant imagine going anywhere else they do everything! Just had the doctor personally take time out of his day to see how my husband was doing after just having a deep cleaning done yesterday. What great service and care. Good job folks keep up the good work ! read more

OMGosh, I love these people. My son (8 mos. old) was crying and the front desk assistant offered to hold him and rock him to sleep while I got some work done. Even though my son SCREAMED AND CRIED thee entire time we were there, who does that!!! Who holds someone's son while they're having a procedure done. I thought that was so far pass great customer service that there should be another word for it. Oh and the lady who did my procedure was so gentle it was amazingggggg!!! We're always so afraid of going to the dentist, but she totally made it a joy. Keep up the good work read more

I did not like going to dentists. I would let a problem go on forever, years even, until I went to see Dr. Cutler. He is just amazing. He has fixed all my issues even the difficult ones, saved a tooth that no one else said could be saved. Every procedure goes easily, minimal discomfort, never any swelling, explains everything he is doing. Highly recommend him. Does your dentist personally call to see how you are doing? He does. His office staff is welcoming, feels like a family. Thank you guys. read more

Simply the best! I ended up at Dr. Cutler after being told by another Dentist that I needed a tooth extracted after having gone through the grueling process of a root canal prep. Well, the bottom line after going to Dr. Cutler for a second opinion, is I DID NOT need my tooth extracted. While I did need a root canal, Dr. Cutler was nothing short of amazing about it. I have alot of anxiety when it comes to going to the Dentist for ANYTHING and he made my three root, root canal seem like a walk in the park. Love him!!! Even asked if I could hug him afterwards I was so grateful! If your looking for a new Dentist, this is your guy. read more

My family has been going to Dr. Cutler for more than 20 years now and found him to be a very "gentle Dentist" as he advertises. His Dental Hygienist, Kelly and the rest of the office staff are always friendly, helpful and thorough. We would not be patients this many years if we were not extremely satisfied and happy with the treatment we get at Dr. Cutler's office. It is also so nice to see how involved he is in our community. That is an added bonus and shows how considerate he is. read more

Been going for years and the staff is always welcoming and easy to talk to. I've had a lot of work done as a kid which leaves me anxiety riddin when I go to the dentist but they are the only ones who havent hurt me while doing cleanings and fillings. I would recommend them to anyone! Thanks doctor and staff read more

I have to upgrade my previous review from a 4 to a 5. Here is why. I intend to retain as many teeth as I can until the day I die! When a crown that was installed by a different dentist broke off of one of my molars with no tooth material left to affix another crown to, I was in fear of losing the tooth and possibly the one above it. The thought of losing two teeth had me distraught. There was no pain associated with the crown breaking off because a root canal had already been performed on the tooth. I put the crown in a Ziploc bag and called Dr. Cutler's office which on this day, Friday, was closed so that it can be open on Saturday. I left a message indicating the issue, that I was not bleeding and there was no pain. I was called back by Kathy when the office opened on Monday just before 11:00 AM and was seen later the SAME DAY at 4:00 PM. I was highly impressed that Dr. Cutler would juggle his schedule to fit me in for what turned out to be the fastest, most proficient dentist procedure I have ever had. Since the crown, porcelain fused to metal (PFM) was less than 5 years old, my insurance would not pay for another one to be created. The crown was still in good shape so after some meticulous cleaning, Dr. Cutler decided to reuse it. He gently removed some decay from my tooth and inserted a metal post which was used as build up material for the crown to attach to. Other dentists may have said the old crown could not be reused or may have opted to do tooth extractions. Dr. Cutler, by using a technique that he has found to be successful on many of his patients, saved me hundreds of dollars by reusing the perfectly good crown. Most importantly he saved me from having to lose a body part forever. He saved my tooth! For that I am very grateful! In an effort to be a fair Yelper I had previously rated this business with a 4 star review because of some older furnishing in the waiting room. Now I say, "So What!" I would sit on a dirt floor to receive such fine dental care. This business has earned my 5 star rating! Thank you, Dr. Cutler! I highly recommend you and your entire staff!!! read more

Dr Cutler, and his entire staff are AMAZING !! I hadn't seen a dentist in years. I was embarrassed, and knew I needed a good deal of work. He made me feel comfortable, and explained in great detail the procedures we were going to do. He was very informative, patient, and really made sure I understood everything, answering all my questions. He takes his time with you, and that showed me a lot. His entire staff is so warm, and inviting, I feel as if we have been friends for years ! It feels really good to be able to smile again !! Thank you !! read more

Dr. Cutler runs a little, small town dental office, but don't let that fool you! He has the latest in dental technology, including digital x rays, dental cameras, and flat screen tv's. There is virtually no waiting in the waiting room, 5 minutes is the absolute max I've had to wait. Dr. Cutler's bedside manner is amazing, he's friendly and cares about his patients. Kathy at the front desk is kind and super helpful, and really knows her stuff! Dr. Cutler is so gentle in my mouth. And...he even called me at home last night to make sure my new filling wasnt hurting. I've always had a great experience with this office. :) read more

Best Dentist around here, patient, gentle, always concerned, calls after tooth extractions , just checking. None of my previous dentists ever did. He always seems to be able to get me in on emergency basis. Very pleasant office and staff. read more

I found Dr. Cutler on the list of Panel Dentists through my insurance. I had broke a tooth, I called Miss Kathy in his office and she got me in the very next morning. When I got in the next morning, I noticed his sign said "Gentle Dentistry" ~ Both Kathy and his assistant Janelle were very kind and they all worked with me to get my tooth fixed that day and I am now on task to have complete repairs done. I was so pleased with the mannerisms of his staff and Dr. Cutler himself. Explained everything to me; every move and showed me pictures of my mouth inside and out. I was very impressed with Dr Cutler and I would gladly refer anyone to him read more

Today i took my 6 year old in for a filling . i was thinking to myself ya right my son not gonna go through with this it gonna be a horrible day. Dr. Cutler and his staff were amazing they were so patient with him explained ever thing they were doing to him. We left there in awe .. I'm going refer him to my sister's who have kids . read more

Dr.culter is amazing. My name is sarhad but I go by Steve because when I first moved here no one can pronounce my name so my friends started calling me Steve and it stuck ever since. But I'm here to tell everyone about Dr. Cutler and how great is. I had a root canal done, took about an hour, I was numbed up so felt no pain, and he took me thru the health of my teeth and what I need to do to keep them healthy. He also had the latest technology which was fast and effective, and last but not least, I really liked the part where he took the time to explain to me what he was doing and why he was doing it. Truly a great doctor, staff very professional and very knowledgeable about insurance information which I had lots of questions about. I recommend him to everyone out there. Thanks again doc read more

Dr. Cutler and his staff are AMAZING! They made my fiancé's smile and confidence boost up incredibly! They have helped us save money with our insurance and always go above and beyond! Anytime he has had any major dental work such as a tooth extraction, they've always called us and asked how he is doing, make sure he is feeling ok! He recently got a new implant and now smiles more than I've ever seen him smile before! Thank you Dr. Cutler and staff, you're the best! read more

I went there because I had a pain in my tooth, turns out it was really bad. Ended up having to get it pulled!! Never had a tooth pulled so I was expecting something crazy, but I didn't feel a thing!! Everyone was really friendly and genuine. Will be going back again read more

Dr. Cutler and his staff have been working on our family for over ten years! He is gentle and considerate and will always stop if he thinks you are feeling even a slight amount of pain. He follows up with a phone call in the evening to make sure everything is ok and you are not hurting. HIs staff is friendly and accomodating. read more

I just have to say that Dr Cutler is probably the best dentist I have ever had. I especially like the fact that he is very flexible with the scheduling. They are open late mon and tues so it gives us time to come in after work. That is hard to find nowdays and I appreciate that. One issue I usually have with dentists is the shot process. Meaning that when i need a shot i ALWAYS feel it and it makes me hate going to the dentist. Recently i was involved in an accident and I had my front two teeth knocked out (it really happened). I called Kathy and told me what happened and she got me in the very same day. I had to get xrays taken and Dr Cutler sat me down and told me what needs to be done. He gave me multiple "treatment plans" based on money and longevity and after talking with Dr Cutler I found one that worked for me. He set me up in the chair and proceeded to give me my shot. I NEVER feel his shot! within 30 min I am all set and ready to go. I will never go to another dentist again. I dont know why there is a negative review on YELP. I dont want to discredit this person but I think she overthought about something. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Cutler's for nearly 3 years. He is by far the BEST Dentist I have ever been to (and I have been to a lot). He is, as his business advertises, a "gentle Dentist". He is very good at making sure I know what he is doing and why. He even makes follow up calls the evening of your procedure to make sure that you are doing fine. His staff is also phenomenal! Kathy at the front desk is very warm and welcoming, and Kelly and Jan in the back are very kind and make me feel comfortable, and are very personable. read more

Best dental people EVER. Do yourself a favor and switch to these guys right now. So, I'm one of those fortunate that doesn't need a lot of dental care. Cleaning, X-rays, etc. that's about it. Although I've been going there for years now, I haven't really needed much. I'll get back to that in a minute. These people are amazing. Always friendly and professional. My hygienist, Kelli, is really careful and gentle. Before going to this office, I ALWAYS had to have music in headphones or something to keep from tearing the arms off the chair. Kelli takes the time and makes the effort to be sure you're comfortable. She hasn't forgotten that there's a person attached to those teeth. Best ever! Kathy, up front, always figures out how to work with my ridiculous schedule. (That's not easy). Dr Cutler is a no-nonsense kind of guy you can talk to but still knows his stuff and makes sure that his people do too. Everybody there is nice and friendly. Here's the best part. I finally got my wife and kid to switch over 2 visits ago, each. There was some reluctance because they were always in the middle of some "thing" with their previous dentist. Guess what? After 2 visits each, miraculously, we don't have buy the dentist a new boat again. I think it's interesting that all of a sudden, their dental health is almost perfect. If I was a cynic, I might wonder about all the "necessary" procedures we've had to do over the years at the other place. I know stuff happens and we'll take care of it when it does but I really feel like Dr Cutler and his crew are on my side and I appreciate that. Good people deserve appreciation and they've got it from me in buckets. Thanks guys! Stay awesome. read more