The best hygienist in the galaxy. I almost don't want to share this news; because I don't to have an issue getting an appointment with Shirley. However, I had to share how I've been following this amazing women to wherever she is practicing her craft. Shirley will have you feeling like you have NEW, shiny, a shade lighter, and plaque free teeth - for sure! read more

Benjamin Laudig, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me - Goleta, California

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Very personable, detail-oriented, and thorough! I feel like he cares about my concerns and is very good at communicating. He will also humbly refer out to a specialist when necessary. Strongly recommend read more

Always feel taken care of, and that my concerns are addressed honestly and thoughly with Dr. Laudig. I've had another dentist downtown say I needed ALL my old fillings replaced and gave me a wild pre estimate. I went back to Laudig, and he reassured me I had 2 fillings that required the most urgent attention. He was so gentle and skilled with the fillings. I've seen two hygienists there and feel they are adequate and personable. Front office staff is very competent. I really respect the Doctor's honestly and skilled nature as a reason I return. read more

The most honest dentist around. He could've just filled my teeth and taken the money but no, he chose to be transparent about my teeth and gave me alternatives to keep the integrity of my natural teeth. 20/10 recommend Dr. Laudig. Also not to mention the best teeth cleaning by the sweetest dental hygienist, Shirley. read more

Everyone here are the friendliest people. I absolutely love my entire dentist office. 5 hearts!!

My husband and I switched to Dr. Laudig after a horrible experience at another dentist. Dr. Laudig and his team were incredibly kind, professional and friendly. My husband needed a lot of work done and Dr. Laudig worked with us on walking us through the whole process, step by step. I'm so grateful for his team! The only note is that I've had issues with their billing, and not being notified of bills when they came in. One time they didn't send me a bill for over 6 months, and I often had to call direct to stay on top of it. In addition, often when I've made payments the front desk team wouldn't initially see them, and would request I pay the original balance in full. They were super friendly though, and when I'd remind them of the payments, they'd go to verify and confirm my previous payments. They said their billing system is changing - so hopefully it'll work a lot smoother! This is the only reason I'm giving 4 out of 5 stars. Definitely would recommend Dr. Laudig! read more

Dr. Laudig and staff are really excellent. My kids and I have been coming here for three years and have always been impressed; Dr. Laudig is always cheerful, very capable and confident. Also the office has the best treats/treasure box ever. read more

One of the best dentists I've ever been to. I have a major fear of dentists but Dr. Laudig and his staff made me feel safe and comfortable. They were all so welcoming and kind, and my procedure (1 cavity) was painless. The only reason I left was because I moved far away. 10/10, would definitely recommend! read more

Let me start by saying I truly hate going to the dentist. I have had several bad experiences over the years, and had been putting off getting a crown after a root canal. I finally made an appointment with Dr. Laudig, and from the first phone call I knew this office was a step above the rest. Everyone that works here is kind, understanding, and helpful. Dr. Laudig took the time to explain everything that was going on with my teeth and provided his professional opinion on what would be best for my situation. He is incredibly thorough and I believe he truly cares about what is best for his patients, not about making money. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone, especially those with dental fears. read more

Dr. Laudig is an amazing dentist! I cannot say enough about how wonderful he and his staff are. I would recommend Dr. Laudig to anyone. I owe this smile to him!! read more

Benjamin Laudig, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me - Goleta, California

So I needed to find a dentist and wanted a office close to home. Cal Dr. Laudig office and from the first phone call I felt welcomed. They scheduled me in a timely manner. Arrived today and I felt safe with all the precautions they have in place for Covid! The receptionist were helpful and welcoming. Dr. Laudig is professional and very welcoming, I didn't feel like I was being reprimanded about my teeth but felt he was more concerned and ready to get the ball going. Was able to schedule a follow up appointment in less than a week out. Excited to be a patient at this office. read more

Glad that i was referred by a friend. Very attentive to my concerns and took time to explain each and every aspect of each step. Love that they weren't trying to sell me anything while my mouth was open and unable to respond like my last dentist. Even gave me a discount for paying cash. This is the dentist for me and should be for you too! read more

Benjamin Laudig, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me - Goleta, California

I have left a 5 star review in the past but I really want to thank him and his great staff again for how comfortable they make me feel. Dr. Laudig clearly explains everything ahead of time as makes me feel at ease, I won't anywhere else. read more

I am a student in Santa Barbara and haven't visited the dentist in a few years! Usually I hate the dentist and have a hard time trusting people to make sure I find the right dentist! I saw all the amazing reviews and decided to give this office a chance, and I'm so glad I did!! I was able to get in for a cleaning and get a few cavities filled within a few days because of some other cancellations so it was a stroke of luck! Loved Dr. Laudig and his staff! Very nice :) read more

I had a broken tooth and Pam was able to get me in the same day. The staff was great and Dr. Laudig did a great job repairing it within a relatively short period of time. I was totally impressed, satisfied and relieved it was taken care of so efficiently. Highly recommend. read more

The whole experience (aside from the bill, but idk how they can make that more enjoyable) was fantastic from the moment I walked in the door. The receptionists are friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. The hygienist was the nicest and she did an INCREDIBLE job (I think she is a bit of a meticulous perfectionist, honestly) on my first cleaning in several years as well as efficiently and adeptly taking my xrays. They were practically done before I even realized what was happening! The dentist himself is very personable and takes his time to convey his view of your dental health from an expert perspective and make it quite understandable. To top it all off, they sent me home with all kinds of goodies. Not to create any expectations but there were free drinks in the fridge, the standard take home dental kit plus a very nice aluminium water bottle! One small thing but I won't take a star off for this: it is a little hidden on the second floor but if you are near the DMV and USMC recruiting center, that's the right place! read more

I was a student at UCSB and I had GHI -- this was my go to dentist in the SB area. The staffers are super nice and accomodating. It's not too difficult to get an appointment and you can request for a callback, should there be a cancellation. It was always a pleasant experience whenever I went in for appointments! I would highly recommend Dr. Laudig to anyone looking for a dentist in the Goleta / SB area. read more

Dr. Laudig is very nice and helpful though I had some unhappy experience when scheduling with the front desk.

I've been living in Santa Barbara about 10 years and this is the best Dentist in town! Brought my 13 year old daughters here last week and after we got home they told me that they LOVED our new dentist! I've never heard them say that before! I just went for a check-up and cleaning today and Shirley is soooo nice and very gentle when cleaning your teeth. Dr. Laudig was also very nice and professional and answered all of my questions\concerns. And they give you free swag on your first visit, and have a nice little cooler with free drinks in their waiting room! I highly recommend this dentist office! read more

I have had many different dentist during my life and Dr. Laudig is by far the best Dentist I have ever had. He does an excellent painless job and his upbeat personality uplifts you. Lynett, who's the hygienist at the office, also does an excellent job. She is very consciencious and professional with a smile. Pam, who' the reception at the office, pretty much runs the place. She's had a life long history of experience working for Dental Doctors and is always ready to help. They are all very friendly and I always feel comfortable, even when I'm in the hot seat, knowing I'm in excellent hands. Definitely a winner team. read more

Decided to stick to it in the future after my first visit to here. Everything is satisfying. Stella did my cleaning. She is so professional, caring and knowledgeable. All the staff are nice and kind. I even feel bad because received free welcome gift but paid nothing for cleaning due to the insurance. Thanks a lot. read more

This is a great dental practice! I do bi-annual check-ups. No serious work done yet, so I can't speak about his advanced skills. He helps me keep my teeth in good shape so hopefully I won't ever need to find out. Friendly people working here! You can't help but relax. Shirley is a fantastic hygienist. read more

From the front office to the hygienist to the doctor - the all get the highest grades. I recommend Dr. Laudig for your dental needs. The whole staff is pleasant and knowledgeable as well always willing to help. While not meant of us enjoy trips to the dentist they make your visit as comfortable as possible. read more

Went in for my first teeth cleaning today and my teeth immediately felt so much cleaner and smoother afterwards than when I first walked in. Shirley did my cleaning for me - a very sweet woman with great bedside manners and professionalism. I made another appointment to do a deep scaling and filling for a cavity because now I'm convinced that my mouth is gross and I still want to be able to chew with my own set of teeth by the time I'm 60. Remember, you only get one set of teeth. It's also great that they take UCSB insurance (for broke students like me) which covered my regular teeth cleaning! I was going to wait until Sept to come back for my deep scaling & filling since I do have pay a deductible on that, but Pam and Dr. Laudig accommodated me so that I can still get the procedure done in a couple of weeks and pay for it ideally that works for me. Great bedside manners. Professional. Friendly. Comfortable atmosphere. Solidified my first impression. Highly recommend. read more

Dr Laudig is a caring and practical dentist. He's gentle, explains things, doesn't try to sell you on a bunch of treatments you may not need. Several times, he's advised that we keep an eye on things, but not take aggressive approaches. He's just upgraded his office and it looks and feels fabulous. Highly recommend. read more

Dr Laudig is by far the best dentist I've ever been to. His office is gorgeous and his staff is so welcoming. But most important is Dr Laudig... he is the most professional and gentle dentist ever. My two kids love him and ask when they can go to the dentist next! He also explained everything very clearly. read more

My family and I have been to a lot of dentists and this was hands down the best experience! Amazing doctor, Amazing team. Dr Laudig and his team made us feel comfortable the whole way through! We can not recommend any more!! My wife even liked them;)) lol read more

Shout out to the front office staff. Pam was patient and communicative. She made numerous calls to my insurance company and previous dental team. Dr. Laudig also made the experience very pleasant. I never knew I could say this about any dentist. read more

This is the most caring general dentist on the planet. His staff, namely Pam, really care. Given my history of anxiety, they took my complicated case and treated me like I mattered. I'm thoroughly impressed at the way they went above and beyond to help me after a horrible experience with a different dentist office in town (see other reviews) thank you Dr Laudig and staff!! read more

Thanks to Dr. Laudig and his front office staff for helping a soldier in uniform on May 4th. I was at their Goleta office for my appointment and it was heartwarming to see their caring and patience as they made several phone calls and found a remedy to the mix-up with his dental insurance plan. Thank you for supporting our military personnel and assisting this young man as he gets ready to deploy. read more

Dr. Laudig and his staff are top notch. I felt he like genuinely cared about me as a patient, was honest when we discussed my teeth and took the time to explain any questions I had. He was gentle as well as thorough and did an excellent job with my cleaning. The staff was very friendly and very competent, which seems to be a rare thing these days. To top it off, I was given a discount because I don't have dental insurance. I will be coming back in six months and highly recommend this dentist. read more

Such a wonderful experience. Dr Laudig and his staff and so kind and caring. No one likes going to the dentist, but they make it as pleasant as possible. read more

Had the greatest time at Dr. Laudigs office. I was a new patient and had a cavity. It was definitely the most painless operation I have ever experienced in my life, considering I had a cavity in a hard to reach place. The best experience though was the two gorgeous receptionists who checked me in (Pam and Vanessa) who didn't make the process frustrating for me. Overall, I got to meet 2 beautiful people, filled my cavity painlessly, and got a free water bottle which I am using now. Definitely looking forward in going back! read more

I am a UCSB student and I couldn't get a teeth cleaning appointment with UCSB Dental Clinic before my vacation so I made appointment with this place since they are covered by the school's insurance. They really treat their patients well, in the waiting room there is a mini fridge with free bottled drinks for their patients. The reception staff are very helpful and friendly. I just got my teeth cleaned there and I will say that she was as skilled as the dental hygienist at UCSB. When I met Laudig for a consultation regarding a crown, he was very professional and took time to answer all my questions.This place is also a good economical choice because he tries to give discounts to cash paying patients. Generally I like how this dental office treats their patients so I'll be coming back. read more

Office was clean and everyone working was so kind, professional, and informative during my procedure. Great deal as a first time patient as well. Thank you Dr. Laudig!! read more

Dr. Laudig and his staff are absolutely amazing!!! I was terrified of going to the dentist and would actually put it off for as long as I possibly could until I met him. Dr. Laudig is the sweetest, most knowledgeable dentist I have ever met. He is so caring and gets you right in and does what has to be done. He doesn't leave you sitting there waiting. I feel so comfortable and happy knowing that Dr.Laudig and his staff actually care about their patients and want to help them no matter what! Even my four year old loves him!!! Thank you Dr. Laudig for people like you in the health care field !! read more

An honest and down to earth dentist! This is by far the best dentist office that my husband and I have ever been to. He doesn't try to over sell on procedures not needed, which is a huge deal to me. The office is also super clean! To add, we both had the best cleanings (my husband had a whitening treatment too) and our teeth have never looked better. read more

Dr Laudig saw my son the day he made the appointment. Everyone was very nice and the doctor was professional and friendly. He will see Dr. Laudig again. read more

Dr. Laudig is a fantastic dentist. Every time I went in he was friendly, knowledgeable, and really listened and explained what he was going to do. He is a kind and compassionate dentist and gets his patients in on time. I can't say enough about him. He is great. His office staff is experienced and friendly and his dental hygienists are wonderful. They all get 5 stars! read more

Dr. Sturgeon and Ludig are amazing! I have been moving around the past few years and found this gem during college at UC Santa Barbara in an emergency situation and they were the only dentist office I felt I could trust as well as accepted my insurance (major plus if you want to use school dental insurance as well). They have done wonders for me, seriously. After breaking my teeth twice, needing a crown and getting into a car accident, they have helped me every step of the way. No one would ever be able to tell, they do such a good job! For all other health needs, the entire office is friendly and reliable. Pam, the receptionist is so genuine and caring and will do anything to get you in for an appointment. I'm pretty sure the whole office has come in during their lunch hour for me before... Every single person in this office is so welcoming and responsive. Customer service alone, this place would get 5 stars. Plus, both dentists are well trained and very experienced. They give you the honest truth, even if it's what you don't want to hear. They actually want you to save your money, unlike a lot of places I've been to in the past. Even after moving out of Santa Barbara, I make trips to visit the dentist here. I would highly recommend them! read more