Absolutely Outstanding Pediatric Dental Care!…read more Novato Pediatric Dental has been a complete life changing experience in what dental care means to for our family. Type of care: Their team specializes in pediatric dental care and it really shows. They take a gentle approach and personal attention to care for each of children's specific needs. The staff takes time to explain everything in detail ( and more than once!). From the break of the procedure to any out of pocket expense, thank you again. Care quality: Dr. Robinson treats my child like one of his own, he reminds me he also has boys often. He's attentive, incredibly knowledgeable, and goes above and beyond to ensure comfort and thorough care. Whether it's a first visit or surgery every step is handled with professionalism and compassion. Office experience: The office is clean, modern, and completely designed with kids in mind. There are toys, books, and TVs playing kid-friendly shows to make waiting easy, though. The front desk team is organized and extremely helpful, making scheduling and billing straightforward. We're so grateful to have found Novato Pediatric Dental.

The place has gone downhill fast. We've been coming here since my daughter's been young. And came…read morehere during the whole covet thing. They just now are taking COVID seriously when the mask mandate is almost over with. A year ago they had a packed waiting room and had really no procedure for COVID. Got ride of all their old staff and hired young people newly out of school. The waiting room is boring and dull. More like an adult pediatric place. No new equipment for kids or the dentist. They have no equipment for the parents to see the x-rays with the dentist. Staff rush the kids and parents. It's just a sweet shop. Really sad as it was a well known place and they did such a great job. Changing to any dentist we can get into. Don't waste your kids time here.

We're new to Novato, which means starting from scratch with all the important things, including…read morefinding the right doctors and dentists for our 7-year-old son, who is autistic. As many parents in this space know, that can feel daunting. Dr. Espinosa has been an absolute gift. She is incredibly patient, kind, and grounded. From the moment we met her, she took the time to really understand my son's medical and dental history, instead of rushing through the appointment. She has such a calm, steady presence that immediately lowers the nervous energy that can come with a new medical experience. Her entire team was warm, compassionate, and genuinely understanding of what can make a dental visit hard for a child with autism, the sounds, the textures, the bright lights, the unpredictability, all of it. What amazed me most was how she met my son exactly where he was. With patience, flexibility, and zero judgment, she helped him work through the appointment at his pace. There were a few tears, and it took time, but she never once made me feel like my child was "too much." Instead, she gently encouraged us to pivot, try a different approach, and keep going. I honestly wanted to hug her when we left, because it means the world to moms when someone sees your child and cares to spend time to understand them and meet them where they are. The biggest win? My son LOVED his visit and proudly told his teacher the next day that he went to the dentist. I cannot recommend Dr. Espinosa and her team enough.

Our middle school-aged daughter's front tooth was knocked loose late on a Friday afternoon, we…read morecalled in a panic and this office stayed open to attend to her after-hours emergency. We both appreciated the way Dr. Espinosa took the time to explain the process of splinting her tooth, as well as how she answered questions in a thoughtful and thorough manner. Dr. Espinosa has the wonderful combination of being professionally skilled as well as having just the right touch with younger dental patients (and their parents!). Highly recommend this dental practice.

I've been a patient of this practice since we moved from the city and bought our house in Marin…read more Dr. Donesky is the type of dentist I prefer with his conservative approach of saving teeth, maintaining the teeth you have, but if you need work done, he will do everything to ensure the end result looks natural. Before we went to Japan I broke a tooth - nothing dramatic, just eating dinner (rice, meat, cooked vegetables). Dr. Donesky was able to see me, put a temporary crown on my tooth so I could fly and eat my heart out on my trip. He asked me to visit the lab so they could do an exact color match on my teeth (this is what I mean when I say he wants any work he does to look natural) When I returned from my trip, the crown was ready. My temporary held up so well I was able to fly and eat normally. When the new crown was placed, the temporary was so stuck on my tooth - I appreciated that because it afforded me stability despite being a temporary crown. Rebecca, Dr. Doneskys' assistant is so kind. I enjoy our conversations (I am a nervous patient) and she is so knowledgeable about the hidden gems in Marin. Felicia at the front desk is so good with submitting my insurance claims even if my insurance rejects it, I'm glad she at least attempts it. She also schedules me for days and times that work best for my life. When I come for my appointments, despite the usual dental nervousness, I do feel confident. I know Dr Donesky is going to take great care of me and my oral hygiene. I know his staff will treat me with kindness, professionalism, and grace. I know I will be well cared for every time I visit. 5 stars, community gem.

Beware, if your insurance drops them from their network, these guys won't tell you. They will let…read moreyou come in and just bill you for the service. My insurance told me they informed the provider and it's up to them to tell the patient. Very disappointing but at least it was only a cleaning. Who knows if they would have done the same for something more serious.

I've been going to Drs Kulyk for a couple years. I've now done the annual visits and a couple of…read moreprocedures. Great care and results, and they are both so nice to talk to! Their office is very calm and soothing. And the best part that you won't get at most other places - their front office person, Chris. She is the best - figures out what insurance will cover and how much, is great with follow-ups and reminders, and is generally on top of things. I even went here when they became out of network with my insurance! Thanks.

My last teeth cleaning, they found a cavity in my upper molar. We scheduled an appointment to…read moreaddress it and I went fearing the worst. I hadn't had a cavity in years, and dreaded the procedure from past dentists I have used. Dr. Andriy and Olha Kulyk are a great team. One handles the cleaning and diagnosis, the other the cavity operation. I never felt a thing during the cavity removal and remediation. The tooth looked brand new after the procedure. I would highly recommend this husband/wife family dental practice for compassionate and professional care at reasonable insurance-friendly rates.

My three kids have been coming here since they were toddlers, and the experience has always been…read morewonderful. Dr. Nunez and Dr. Gupta are both wonderful, gentle and caring with the kids. Highly recommend!

We are so thankful for Dr. Austin and his amazing team. My 1 year old son had a tongue tie…read moreprocedure to help him with swallowing solids. Dr. Austin and his staff got us in quickly, were thorough, and went above and beyond throughout the entire process. We are beyond grateful and my son is now swallowing without any issues. I can't thank you all enough. Thanks for everything!

I saw Dr Gruhler for a crown after cracking a tooth while traveling. The overall experience was…read moregreat and the team went out I'd their way to accommodate my schedule and refer me to an endo when I needed a root canal. Excellent experience.

Office charged my card without providing the notice required by their own policy. When I raised it,…read morethey refused to address it and then dismissed me as a patient! Not the way for a local dental practice to treat its patients.

Dr. Dole has been my dentist for more than ten years and even though I've moved out of the area, I…read morereturn at least once a year for treatment because I've never experienced a dentist who cares so completely for her patients, listens closely, thoroughly examines your mouth, and who NEVER recommends unnecessary treatments. I found Dr. Dole when I had a cracked tooth that another dentist said was not a problem even though it constantly ached. Dr. Dole took one look at the X-Rays and the tooth and realized I was already beginning to lose bone in my jaw because the roots were decaying. She got me in with an endodonist and ultimately I got an implant. Without her, I'd probably have lost all the bone and been unable to have an implant. Do not hesitate to see Dr. Dole! She's a lifesaver (well, a jaw saver, for sure).

I was at this practice for 2 years but had a scheduling snafu recently after an issue with a crown…read morethat had to be removed and replaced due to incorrect fitting the first time. Betty is very nice in the front office.

Dr. Juhn does a great job on my family's teeth! She actually does the cleaning herself and does a…read morevery thorough job. She is always welcoming, friendly, and on time with her appointments. Her office and staff members are fantastic as well. Highly recommend!

From the owner: We specialize in maintaining and creating healthy smiles. We offer thorough and comprehensive…read moredental care in our office, from prevention and maintenance hygiene cleanings, to smile makeovers with crowns, veneers, implants, or gum treatment. Our emphasis is on education and prevention, however we are also skilled amd capable to bring our patients back to having a healthy beautiful smile.

Wonderful office and staff! Our young kids feel supported and ask to go- highly recommend.read more

So disappointed in our family's experience here. This was our second visit for our child. Our first…read morevisit was complimentary due to a promotion. At that time, I went over our insurance information in detail with the front desk staff. I was told that although our insurance was out of network, it would fully cover cleanings and basic visits. We returned on 2/11/26 for our 16-month-old's appointment. The staff brought us back, asked a few questions, and the dentist examined and counted my child's teeth. That was the entirety of the visit, which was fine and expected for their age. However, when we were leaving, the front desk charged my husband $97. I was surprised by the cost given the brief nature of the visit and confused about why our insurance hadn't covered it. Since we hadn't been in since August 2025, I assumed perhaps our coverage had changed in the new year. Something didn't sit right, so I called the office the next day. I was told they had not run our insurance and had charged us directly instead. They were aware of the mistake. While I understand mistakes happen, what concerns me most is that the office was aware of the error but did not reverse the charge, notify us, or apologize. I can't help but wonder whether we would have ever received a refund had I not called. Mistakes happen in any business, but how they are handled matters. Unfortunately, this experience left us feeling uneasy about the office's transparency and communication. I have requested that any future appointments be canceled, as we no longer feel our values align.

I did Invisalign treatment here last year. This office has their act together for sure. They…read moreclearly take care of a lot of children and teens here, but I also feel totally comfortable going there as an adult. Dr's Kim and Wilson are both on point. Their office runs like a well oiled machine. They are always on time, and they handle claims submission and payment like pro's. I see another reviewer that seems to have had a bad experience with the insurance piece, but that was not my experience at all. Most importantly, they seem to know everything there is to know about Invisalign. I had done Invisalign through a general dentist about 9 years ago and the experience was totally different. I would highly recommend going to an expert if you are going to invest several thousand dollars for treatment (mine was about $5,000 for a year-long treatment plan).

I've been disappointed by how much the pricing has increased over time, particularly for something…read moreas straightforward as a replacement retainer. There no longer seems to be any consideration or loyalty pricing for long-term patients. After calling around to other local orthodontic offices, I found comparable replacement retainers for nearly half the cost, and overall pricing differences that can amount to thousands of dollars for similar services. I've had orthodontic care at other offices in the past, including a more affordable practice in Novato (now retired) and Wilson, and the quality of results was the same. Unfortunately, this office now feels far more expensive than others offering comparable care. While the staff and outcomes have been ok, the pricing no longer feels competitive or reflective of long-standing patient relationships. I would encourage prospective patients to compare pricing with other offices before committing. Also, most advanced offices offer scanners instead of molds, so much more precise! And now if one loses retainer the can use scan avoiding costly old fashion mold replacement. Probably no good for $ for dentist but great for patients!