I had a wonderful experience with the dentist and the entire staff. Everyone was patient, thorough, and took the time to answer all of my questions. My teeth were cleaned so carefully, and not a single spot was left untouched! I truly appreciate the attention to detail and the excellent care I received. Highly recommend! Along with Dr. Charlin, Gina is an amazing assistant. She is kind and helpful. Jennifer even went back after she finished cleaning my teeth and removed more tartar. Thank you! read more

I can't say enough about the consideration Dr. Charlin showed us after we lost our home in the Palisades Fire. Dr. Charlin and team have always done well by us with great dental care but really came to our rescue helping to restore the retainers lost In the fire. Thank you team Charlin! read more

Been a patient for over twenty years and that tells you everything. The whole staff is top notch and if you need an outstanding practice, this is your pick read more

Dr Charlie is not only knowledgeable but he took the time to address my concerns I left his office feeling confident in the care I received.he is respectful and courteous. Staff is friendly and efficient. read more

Had a great experience with Dr. Charlin. I am a very anxious dental patient and after 3 appointments I can say that I am comfortable with him. He is kind, gentle and skillful. Gina in the front office has been terrific too. Jennifer is a great hygienist. read more

Visiting Dr Charlin office was a true pleasure. His front office person Gina was very friendly, concerned and Professional. His hygienist Geri was very efficient, friendly, knowledgeable and punctual. Dr Charlin addressed my issues and helped come up with a very thorough detailed and cost effective. I really like his professional kind friendly chair side manner. I intend to send family members to him. good job well done read more

I have been a patient of Dr Charlin for over 10 years and have enjoyed the outstanding attention to detail and customer service he is very sincere with his clients Dental Health. read more

Dr. C has been my dentist for over 30 years. He's always provided exceptional service and been there for me and my mout!

He gave me the choice between doing a root canal himself or sending me to a specialist. I opted for him because he said he could do it and it would be cheaper, but it seemed like something he very rarely did and he gave up halfway through to send me to a specialist. He also argued with his staff in front of me, which seemed unprofessional. I switched dentists. Was surprised to see it so highly rated. read more

The best dentist you could ask for. Dr Charlin is the real deal. He knows when to intervene and when to sit tight (he's not a dentist that "over services" when not necessary) . Plus he's kind and straight to the point. All the staff here are super personal, nice and well organized. read more

Been going to Dr. Charlin for 15 years and highly recommend him, Angela, and Amanda for great work at fair prices. I always feel at ease in their care. Dr. Charlin is an outstanding professional and a genuinely warm and friendly guy, as is Angela, and Amanda is super nice. read more

Dr. Charlin is a new dentist for me, yet old. Er... What I mean is, Dr. Charlin shared an office with my previous dentist, Dr. McQuinn, who has since retired. I needed to find a new dentist. I finally qualified for medicare and I wanted someone who takes dental insurance, of course. Dr. C doesn't, so I tried some dentists who do, to dismal results. With a mouth like mine, you need the absolute best, no fooling! So, I circled back to Dr. C for a for a teeth cleaning, and was greeted by the loveliest, sweetest woman, who cleaned my teeth the 'old school' way and I was done in twenty minutes! The last hygienist I had, at a modern office, used an electric torture device to clean my teeth. I had the impression they'd become so terrible, that was my only option. Quite the contrary, to my delightful surprise! Dr. Charlin's office manager is super nice and helpful, too. I'll be getting my dental work in the future done by Dr. Charlin and company! read more

Girlfriend and I were referred here by Britesmile to get our teeth whitened via their awesome process (Britesmile has become an annual ritual for this coffee drinker). I recently moved here from the east coast and used to have it done by my excellent dentist back in Boston. So we contacted Britesmile to find a place in the area who does it. We were given Charlin's name, along with two others. Girlfriend contacted Charlin's office to inquire as to whether there was an additional fee above and beyond the Britesmile fee, and was assured that no, there was not. We decided to go with Charlin (more or less randomly.) The price, which we paid to Britesmile directly, was $300 each (wow, good deal, thought the naive Mister X - about half what I paid in Boston!) When I arrived I was the only one in the place - a bit eerie. The "hygienist," who was also the receptionist, "checked" my teeth but it was clumsy and cursory, as if you were playing dentist-make-believe in middle school with a slow girl on the playground. She tried to sell me a custom "mold" to take home, so I could do my own teeth whitening, unless "I had money to burn" on Britesmile. For many reasons I was not interested - not the least of which is that with Britesmile they barrier your gums so that you don't have any irritation from the gel, unlike the home kits. Also, it's a lot easier. She also explained to me that my ultrasonic toothbrush was a useless toy, a waste of money, and I should just go back to a regular brush. She was graceless and clumsy and could barely move things around without knocking them over. You could see her underwear through her stretch pants. At one point before she started, I actually considered leaving what was feeling more and more like a third world dental office, but I decided rather than go through the process of fighting to get my money back, I'd just go for it. She started the bleaching process and was clearly inexperienced. In fact, she actually began the first bleaching session without putting any of the gel on my teeth and then had to stop and restart. She also screwed up the barrier in a couple places so my gums got burned a little bit by the gel. Nothing major, but nonetheless unpleasant. After the bleaching was complete, the "dentist" came in and spent about 15 seconds looking at my teeth and then 15 seconds or so figuring out the improvement in shade. It was *not* a dental exam at all, and he wasn't much more graceful than his associate. At that point my girlfriend had shown up and the "hygienist" took her in for her session. I was departing and then was told by the dentist there was a $35 examination fee for each of us, $70 total. I was unaware that they had told my GF there was no additional fee, so I paid him and left. (Come to think of it, I'd never had a dentist follow me out of the exam room and ask for my credit card.) The hygienist did the Britesmile treatment for my GF, and the dentist never looked at her teeth. Later, my GF contacted the office about the payment issue. She was told the dentist would call her back. He never has. What else do you need to know about this place? Ugh. **Update 11/20/2013 based on Dr. Charlin's response: ** "We are unfamiliar with the circumstances described by the reviewer." Well, it's been more than six years. Nice to know you're finally interested. "The descriptions posted do not reflect our staff or office policy. Anyone familiar with our office and staff will attest to our practice environment and commitment to our patients." The description I posted is a 100% accurate accounting of my experience, and I stand by it. My girlfriend had the same experience, and was terribly frustrated by your failures to return her calls, and I've encouraged her to post her own review. "Our attempts to contact this reviewer have been unsuccessful." Your attempts? What did you try, exactly? Yelling out a window? You didn't try very hard, if you did at all. read more

Dr. Charlin is the best dentist I've been to in California. He has a great team of friendly and gentle hygienists, and gave me the most stunning filling you could imagine. The kind that you can't tell is a filling! He also teaches dentistry at UCLA, which lets you know that he is the expert of experts. If you need a great dentist, Dr. Charlin is your man! I have recommended Dr. Charlin to all my friends and they thought he was great, too. read more

I had my first appointment with Dr. Charlin and his staff recently and I was very impressed. Not only is his staff incredibly sweet and gentle, but so is the doctor himself. I would not be too bothered by the negative posts on here. My experience was top-notch. I've been a bit put off by some previous dental experiences in the area and I really felt taken care of here. I tend to go with my gut and mine says this is a good practice. It also hasn't really been mentioned on here that this is a holistic practice, so no mercury fillings here if you are one to be concerned with those things. It can be very hard to find good holistic dentists who accept insurance, so this a credit to them as well. I will be recommending this office to my friends, for sure. read more

Like many people's first visit to a new dentist, mine was triggered by an emergency. 4 years ago I had recently & hastily relocated from the East Coast and although gathered a couple of references from my coworkers, I decided to choose Dr. Cary Charlin because of the proximity to my office, across the street on West Olympic Blvd. I had discovered that in Los Angeles is very relevant to have easy access to your doctors. Currently his office in on Wilshire & Westgate Street and the accessible parking lot in building as well as the expansive views from each chair still make every visit very convenient and pleasant. Back then and still now I have always being pleased with the gracious manners of receptionist. Greeted as a new friend then, greeted as an old friend now. That they put you at ease at once - knowing that 99% of us mortals are filled with enormous anxiety when stepping at such a place - is an important feature of any dental office that should never be taken for granted. Believe me; it is not taken for granted here. Punctuality is another extremely important attribute when I evaluate any professional service. Nothing I hate most than when a doctor indirectly tell you that his or her time is more valuable that yours by making you wait. This is bad characteristic that not only show a lack of respect for the patient but a total lack of professionalism. I praise myself of being extremely punctual and Dr. Charlin or any of his personal has ever failed to be there, impeccably on time, on the early hours of the morning (allowing me to be back to my office on time). They multitask, like in many other professional service offices; but when it comes to the task of contacting the dental insurance companies (I have dealt with 3 so far), everything has always been clarified in the spot or have been properly followed up. Any discrepancy in any bill has also been corrected swiftly. In one occasion, my treatment was so complicated, that the premium I need to pay was too high, so I inquired about an alternative for a payment plan and without hesitation I was offered one. My first experience during that first visit was with the wonderful Angela, his loyal hygienist who still represents - in my opinion - the best compendium of professional competence & personal sweetness I have seen in any hygienist. Not only she does perform the most comprehensive cleaning but she does it with a delicacy that I found particularly remarkable; often complemented with the soundest advices & encouragement. She is absolutely marvelous for adults and I have no doubt she must be the best for kids. She has managed to make me look forward to going to a dentist, if such feeling can exist! Esperanza - Dr. Charlin's assistant - is another skillful sweetheart whose also helps smoothen the familiar trauma associated with a dental work. I like to comment on how she carries the tortuous task of taking X-rays (why this has not evolved to the 21st century?). She is filled with patience when dealing with the maligned gaggling effect. Always equipped with a smile, waiting to repeat the procedure until you are ready. I like to think of Dr. Charlin as the ideal dentist for guys. He is a gentleman with whom you can have any conversations of any topic but on whom you can vest a great dose of trust. I always come out with the certainty that what was performed it is going to work and that the best materials have been used. Some people might be turned off by his frankness but I do believe that same honesty is paramount when receiving the assessment of your dental condition. Straight talk can be disorienting for some but very reassuring for many others. It is for me. Over the course of the 2 years I have gotten two major dental works and I was absolutely impressed with the quality - color, resistance, comfort, etc. - of each piece (4-tooth bridges). I did it one first, and returned for the second a year after once I confirmed that all attributes of the first one were up to my expectations. During each procedure, I have confirmed an intrinsic pursue of perfection. I have come to nickname it the "tap-tap factor": words he repeatedly asked you when assessing the comfort of the work done. I am one of those patients who like to ask questions and expect satisfying answers, so in a couple of occasions I confronted him, questioning his explanation. He patiently found an alternative way to explain it again. Obviously his tenure as a professor is an important factor in all this clear explaining. During the first treatment, I had to make an emergency. His response was almost instantaneous and exceedingly accommodating. I was received at once saving me plenty of pain, worries and aggravation. Like everything in life, reviews are relative. As long as it continues to work for me - regardless of other's opinions - I will continue to patronize Dr. Cary Charlin. This for the time being is my personal opinion of him and his staff. read more

Straight-up, Dr. Charlin is the BEST. When I moved to LA last year, I spent weeks trying to find a dentist's office that didn't feel scammy or hustle-y, and was so relieved when I finally found this place. Amanda, who handles the appointments at the front desk, remembers everything and makes you feel instantly comfortable. The whole staff is experienced and thorough (get a deep cleaning, it's tough but so worth it) and goes out of their way to squeeze me in when I call last minute. And they're always up front about everything, no surprises. Dr. Charlin has been doing this forever and is awesomely straightforward. I love that he's conservative about operations -- he spotted a rogue wisdom tooth (which most dentists probably would've yanked right away) and gave it a few months to grow in before making a decision on extraction. Anyway, if you're new to LA and need a dentist's office that doesn't feel like a total business, go here. You'll feel at home and taken care of. read more

I'm a dental chicken and Dr. Charlin is the best! Dr. Charlin has been my dentist for more than 15 years. He's incredible. I've had a ton of work done and have been more than happy with the results. His staff is equally skilled- I have been seeing Angela as my hygienist for the same amount of time. They both keep my smile sparkling From crowns, root canals, fillings, whitening...the list goes on. I trust Dr. Charlin and he cares about his patients. read more

I feel mean writing this but I gave 2 stars Bc I really liked the hygienist. He was very frustrated with his hygienists and the staff in general. I got sooo uncomfortable I started sweating and had major anxiety. I switched because I just can't handle that stress. I was happy his staff was nice to me though. read more

I've had several good dentists in the past 15 years. And Dr. Charlin and his hygienist (Angela) are one of the best I've seen in this westwood/santa monica area. The guy complaining about them below for britesmile is probably from a competing dentist because the hygienist does NOT do that procedure. Very strange. I've had my share of bad dentists and this office is DEFINATELY NOT one of them. Gez, I've had a persian dentist in beverly hills tell me to be a man and not take novocaine/local when doing a 4 side root plane. Anyways, Dr. Charlin referred me to a sleep clinic in 07 which diagnosed and solved my sleep apnea as well. And Angela is one of the best hygienists i've had so i'm not going to another office as long as i'm in LA. For me, once you find a good hygienist....you stay there! I've have been going to Dr. Charlin since 2006. And this is my first yelp review because I ran across this and was shocked that there were just 2 reviews....and one of them was a misrep! read more

Recently, I had a dental emergency. It was late Friday evening, when I broke a tooth and was in horrible pain. My regular dentist was unavailable on weekends. A friend recommended that I call Dr. Charlin. Not only was I comforted and reassured that a remedy was near, but he offered to meet me at his office, early the next morning. (On a Saturday) He was quite personable, explained all my options and dental needs. A short time later and pain free, I was sent on my way. The following evening I received a call from Dr. Charlin, to see if the pain had subsided. I just read some other posts on this site in reference to Dr. Charlin and have difficulty believing we are writing about the same man. He was nothing but professional, knowledgeable, courteous and did everything to meet my needs. Dr. Charlin, I thank you for being like the old time dentist I remember from when I was a child. See you soon for a cleaning and exam. With Gratitude, KB Have been back for a cleaning and Angela was so gentle and the office staff made me feel so comfortable. read more

The BEST dentist's office anywhere! Dr Charlin and his hygienist, Angela Jochen are absolutely wonderful and the way they treat their patients makes going to dentist a pleasure - and that's REALLY saying something !! read more

Dr. Charlin is a great dentist. Angela is the best dental hygienist ever and really kind. Together they keep my teeth and gums healthy, and my smile as pretty as ever. I have not had a new cavity since I started going to Dr. Charlin and plan to keep my real teeth healthy for my whole life. After over 10 years with Dr. Charlin, I have a good chance of doing that. Thank you Dr. Charlin. read more

Very friendly staff. Clean office, and excellent service! There was no wait at all. Most people hate going to the dentist but I'm pleased to say I will happily be going back. If you want a great dental experience, do yourself a favor and go here. If you live on the west side you know how annoying parking can be. Another perk is that they have a big parking lot in the back that's free. YES FREE. No validation ticket, no cutoff times, and no tipping. I just came in for a cleaning from a deal I found on living social. I had yet to find a dentist since moving to LA 7 years ago, mainly because it wasn't a priority. I will now make it a priority to get my teeth cleaned regularly because my experience was a good one. There is no price you can put on a friendly staff and great customer service in LA. Thanks for an awesome experience! read more

Do not recommend. Terrible team from top to bottom. Whether with intent or not, or perhaps incompetence, was overcharged. Avoid.

I have had many bad experiences with at least 5 different dentist since moving to California. I had a dentist who told me that I could not be feeling any pain when I was in agony in the middle of a root canal. I have had some other dentists that I felt did good work but were not trustworthy and trying to have me do more work than was necessary. Thanks to me getting a second opinion I was actually right on going with my instincts. I have also been in some pretty dingy offices that did not feel suitable for dental work. Thank god I have finally found a great dentist with a friendly, professional staff in a nice office that I can trust. Jaqueline his assistant is very friendly and makes you feel as comfortable as you would be at home. Angela the dental hygienist takes her time and does a really thorough job in the cleaning department. She is also very affable and easy to talk to. The first time I met with Dr. Charlin I was really stressed out and nervous because I had busted one of my teeth. His very calm and careful approach made me feel at ease almost right away. He really takes his time and tells you like it is, no sugar coating or guessing what he means or what is saying. What has happened, what the different solutions are and what to expect. He goes in your mouth with a camera which you can see on a hd moniter and explains in detail what work he needs to do to fix the problem. His many years of experience are very evident from the moment he begins working. He also tells you the cost upfront before he begins the work. The only problem I had was at my first appointment I did not know there was a parking lot so I parked at a meter. I had to run down to move my car to the lot. maybe a sign for parking would be good. I feel very lucky to have found a great, trustworthy dentist with an amazing staff. If you are looking for a dentist look no further. Dr. Charlin is the Man. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Charlin's since 1989 with a small break when we moved out of state. I went to him because he was in the building that I worked in and aside from being out of state my husband and I have been seeing him ever since we moved back. We live in the Valley so he is not conveniently located near us but there is no other dentist we would trust our teeth to. His staff is always warm and friendly and his hygienist Angela is AMAZING! I cannot recommend him highly enough. He listens to his patients and does not dismiss or belittle their concerns or anxieties over treatment. He does care and I, too have seen him when I cracked a tooth and needed an emergency root canal. He was great and I survived with very little to no pain. He has made dentistry something to no longer be afraid of. read more

Visited DR. Charlin for the first time today. The staff was very nice and the mood of the entire office is friendly and welcoming. The facility is very clean and well kept. Free parking is conveniently located behind he building. They took their time to make sure everything is done right. The DR. Is very thorough and patient with a great chair side manor. I look forward to working with this team for years to come. read more

Just had a crown done by Dr. Charlin. Virtually painless procedure and he takes great care to make sure the fit is perfect. The office is pleasant and there is a lot of humor to go around as well. His assistant Jacqueline is a real gem. I highly recommend the good Doctor for all of your dental needs! read more

Dr. Charlin has been my dentist for over 20 years and I totally love him! I hear my friends complain about poorly done root canals and fillings that fall out, and I say a silent prayer that my wonderful dentist never retires! I can't recommend him and his staff highly enough. Excellent work at great value. Also, he knows how much I hate pain, and is very gentle! read more

I first came to Dr. Charlin in mid 2017 after being referred by my husband's coworker. I had a crown put in by another practice that was giving me issues, and Dr. Charlin has been a huge help in correcting my dental woes. Their office is conveniently located only a short drive away, the staff is super friendly and always welcoming when I walk into the room. Service is outstanding. There are rarely moments that I have to wait long before I'm escorted to the back and into the chair. I was really hesitant to visit another dental office after dealing with so much back and forth from my previous dentist, however Dr. Charlin really eased my mind. He's got a great bedside manner, is straightforward and conservative when he can be, and overall a skilled professional in his line of work. I feel comfortable when I visit, which is quite the change from where I was almost a year ago. Good value for the work done, I have nothing but praise for this practice. read more

I just stumbled onto these reviews after googling Dr. Charlin's telephone number. I can't believe what I'm reading. I've been going to Dr. Charlin's for the last five years. Dr. Charlin is by far the best dentist I've been to in California. I've been to at least five dentists prior to seeing him and had all kinds of monkey stuff done to my mouth by previous dentists. Dr. Charlin has done an excellent job in fixing other dentists mistakes as well as proactive steps. Dr. Charlin was recommended to me by my co-workers in the Trident complex where his old office was. Many people there used him and I never heard one complaint. The office told me they left the old location because the new lease was way too expensive. I guess they wouldn't tell me if it was because of complaints, but that's straight from the horse's mouth and not hearsay. Second, I've seen him wash his hands and I guarantee he uses gloves along with the rest of his staff. The review from Karen T. sounds like complete nonsense. I wouldn't go there if I noticed any hygiene issues. His current (temporary) place is on Pico and his new establishment will be on Wilshire. The hygenist who does the normal cleanings and deep cleanings is absolutely excellent and extremely nice and gentle at the same time. I also know who Mister X. is talking about and that lady is no longer there. But, I've had that lady do x-rays and other minor things and although not as skilled as the others, didn't leave me worried in any way and was also gentle and nice. There is always an upsale speech (teeth whitening, braces, veneers). But, what dentist doesn't do that? I've never had teeth whitening done with them (or anywhere). However, for fillings, crowns, etc., I wouldn't go anywhere else, even if I had to drive for hours to get there. I've got crowns and fillings from Charlin and they are perfect from second they are put in place. No sanding, buffing, etc. to make them line up with your other teeth, it's an immediate perfect fit and you can't tell they are not your real teeth. I've never had one fail (fall out, break) either. read more

I found Dr. Charlin after having a bad experience at another dentist, and have since been a patient with his practice for over five years. I'm moving out of state, and I can only hope to find such a great dentist where I'm going. Dentists are like mechanics -- when you find a good one you don't want to let them go! One thing I really appreciate about this practice is that Dr. Charlin is a straight-shooter. He tells you when you need something done, he tells you when you can put something off, and I've never once felt like he was trying to upsell me on procedures or pressure me to do anything cosmetic. You can tell that your health is his first priority. Dental work is never the most pleasant thing in the world, but he's always done his best to work fast and make sure I'm comfortable. He's also always been attentive whenever I call the office with questions, like asking for advice about switching insurers. I'd be remiss in this review if I didn't also mention Angela, his hygienist. She's a total sweetheart and makes my cleanings go by in the blink of an eye :) (Despite the similarity in name to prior reviewer Laura B., I'm someone different, a patient, not a former employee). read more

I moved here from Boston 17 years ago and met Dr.Cary Charlin through mutual friends. He has replaced about 4 mercury filings on one side of my mouth that I received when I was in my teens. I thought he was very professional and since have had routine cleanings with different staff members since that time. I have 2 more mercury filings I am going to replace this year and would recommend him highly. read more

I just got back from my Periodontist who made the comment that if it weren't for my dentist I would have no teeth. I have to be one of Dr. Charlin's oldest patience as I have been with him for at least 25 years. I have certainly been through a lot as I have a mouth full of crowns and a couple of root canals. (Welcome to genetics my father lost his teeth early as they did not have the skill set and technology that they have now.) I've found Dr. Charlin to be honest and knowledgeable. Due to logistics I did try a couple of dentists closer to my residence without success. I am back with Cary. I do wish he worked out of an office in the valley. Over the years I have had my share of emergencies. One was at 10:30 at night (week night) It sucked. He called me back and asked me if I thought I could hold on until the morning or did I want to come in that night. Because of the logistics he met me at 7:30 in the morning and ended up doing an emergency Root Canal. Bottom line is I recommend him highly. I always find it interesting when reading negative reviews, what do some people see or expect. I don't get it. I guess anyone can see fault. I certainly never have. read more

Been going to Dr. Charlin for 14 years. A few years ago, I moved to OC but still drive up for appointments. Doc is easy to talk to about your situation, common sense approach to problems and a straight shooter. Friendly staff and they do a good job making you feel comfortable and they try to accommodate your schedule. Modern dentistry/good value. read more

I've been seeing Dr Charlin and his staff for so many years it's like visiting family every six months. Dr Charlin is extraordinary and cares deeply about his patients and staff. As a UCLA faculty member, Dr Charlin has a hand (and tooth) in mentoring the next generation of dentists and puts the latest research into practice. Angela is a super dental hygienist and warmhearted person. Thanks for many smiles and few cavities! read more

Dr. Charlin is professional, explicit and conducts his practice with excellence. Will do whatever it takes to get the job done!

I've been going to to see Dr. Charlin and hygienist, Angela, for 2 years now. My visits have always been pleasant every time. Even after moving to Pasadena, I still make my way to Dr. Charlin's office for my regular teeth cleaning with Angela. I refuse to look for a different hygienist since Angela is absolutely the best hygienist I've ever had. She's extremely thorough and professional, and also happens to be very friendly and helpful. I never feel obligated or pressured to undergo any expensive dental procedures while I'm there. I'll be back in 6 months. read more

Everything Karen T states is true. I had the same experiences with Dr Charlin, no gloves were worn, very bad temper also I checked his dental license with the CA Dental Board the status of his license is DENIED!! He is trying to sue me in small claims court for fees he said I owe to him, I have paid him $2000.00 out of pocket and on top of that he billed my insurance company for procedures I never received. I have turned in him into the dental board however he threaten me and said he knows everyone on the board so they won't touch him. I showed up for a court date with him about six months ago he looked like a mess it looked like he went #2 in his pants. I am looking to speak with some other patients of Dr Charlin's I think we need to band together and file a complain with the dental board and stop this shady dentist from harassing his patients. read more