I have been going to Dr. Celaj for the past few years after neglecting my dental health for years…read moreand he has done a lot of amazing work! My teeth were in shambles, falling apart and filled with old fillings from the 90's. He has walked me through all of the steps we need to take and the procedures necessary to get to the point of having healthy teeth and executed each time. I am proud to be able to smile big again and not be ashamed. He and his team have given me a great gift of confidence and I can assure you that I won't be going anywhere else if I need anything else done. Thank you Dr. Celaj and team!

I had an incredibly poor experience here. Despite having a scheduled appointment and driving across…read moretown, I was met with unprofessionalism and clear bias from the moment I walked in. The staff repeatedly and incorrectly insisted my Aetna PPO card was Medi-Cal, making rude assumptions based on my appearance rather than looking at the card in their hands. To make matters worse, I had a prior agreement on the procedure and pricing ($400 max) from the dentist himself, yet the service and attitude I received upon arrival were dismissive and disrespectful. I do not recommend this office to anyone who values their time or expects to be treated with basic dignity.UPDATE: After my initial review, the dentist reached out claiming he wanted to 'rectify the situation.' I took off work, used my PTO, and drove across town with a severe migraine for an 11:45 appointment, only for him to waste my time a SECOND time. ​Instead of providing the service we discussed, he spent the time making excuses, pushing invasive veneers/orthodontics I've already declined, and talking about other patients. To make matters worse, he then had the audacity to ask me to remove my negative review while still refusing to perform the simple, no-prep dental bonding I requested. ​This office prioritizes upselling and 'reputation management' over actual patient care and medical boundaries. They made biased assumptions about my insurance from the start and followed it up with pure incompetence. I am NOT removing my review--people need to know how this office operates. Save your time and go somewhere that respects you.

There's a wonderful feeling of security and wellbeing that comes from knowing you have excellent…read moremedical care. I've felt that way since my first dental visit to Dr Kosta Adams nearly 20 years ago, and it has only grown stronger over time. Now, to gild the lily, his talented and charming daughter, Dr. Kristen Adams, has joined the practice and provides exemplary care as well. It feels good to know she'll be there long after I am gone, providing personalized care and comforting reassurance. Bless them both.

The communication at Adams Dental is very good and the attention to detail on dental healthcare is…read moreamazing! They really look out for your dental needs. Highly recommend them.

Yesterday, I had my first appointment with Dr. Newens. The office was inviting, his office staff…read morewere both professional and welcoming. Dr. Newens was knowlegeable, gentle and talked me through the process and most of all it didn't hurt! I definitely will be coming back for fillings with this fellow Cal Alum. Go Bears!

My family and I have been going to Dr Newens for many years and he has been a caring gentle dentist…read morewho takes great care of us. He takes the time to explain if there is an issue and I also enjoy knowing that when I have an appointment I will be seen by Dr. Newens.

They always give the best and complete care. Very detailed cleanings and exams. Very attentive to…read moredetails and complete and clear explanation of services and charges. Keep up the great work.

Substandard work and no follow up or follow through on procedures or refunds for substandard care…read more The hygenists are amazing, but this practice took a significant dive when Dr. Acheson retired. Multiple efforts were made to resolve with continued lack of follow through from American River Dental. Anyone who receives substandard care should report to your dental insurance carrier, any associations this practice is a member of and the Dental Board of California.

We went in thinking I needed an oral surgeon for a wisdom tooth removal. As it turned out, the…read moredentist removed the tooth and charged $48 ($148 w/o insurance). The staff and the dentist were all professional and very nice to work with. I would strongly recommend them.

My 84-year-old father recently had a very troubling experience with this dental office, and after…read moremaking every reasonable effort to resolve the matter privately, I feel compelled to share what occurred. My father is an elderly patient who was recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. He speaks very softly; he stutters and struggles with mobility. As a result, he is particularly vulnerable and depends on healthcare providers to communicate clearly, exercise patience, and treat him with dignity and professionalism. The problems began during the crown process, on April 20, 2026. At the temporary crown appointment, my father informed the technician that the temporary crown had a rough edge. He was told not to worry about it. He also received very little guidance regarding aftercare and had to ask questions himself about eating, brushing, and flossing. Just a few days later, part of the temporary crown fell out, requiring an additional visit to have it reattached. A few days after that, the same portion fell out again. By the time he returned for his final crown appointment, the temporary crown was once again broken. During the final crown appointment on May 2, 2026, the technician removed the temporary crown and attempted to place the permanent crown. When it did not fit properly, the dentist, Dr. Kirandeep Kaur, entered the room and attempted to adjust the crown by grinding or drilling it outside of my father's mouth. The crown was then placed again, and my father was sent for an X-ray. After returning to the treatment room, my father was instructed to bite down on the crown. The crown cracked. My father immediately asked, "Did it crack?" The dentist responded, "Yes." At that point, my father expressed that he was unhappy with the experience. The dentist apologized and explained that another crown would need to be made. She further indicated that she could produce a replacement crown using a lower-quality material because it could be completed more quickly, and that the fee would be reduced. A staff member from the front desk later entered the room to ask why my father was unhappy. He explained the sequence of events and his concerns. Afterward, the dentist suggested beginning treatment on another tooth while waiting for the replacement crown process. My father declined. What is most disappointing is what happened afterward. On May 5, 2026, I personally visited the office and met privately with the office manager, Bella. The office was empty at the time, and our conversation was cordial and respectful. I specifically stated that my goal was not to create conflict, but rather to resolve the matter professionally and privately. I explained that I preferred to spread "light and love" rather than anger and that I hoped we could reach a fair resolution. I requested three simple actions: 1. A written apology to my father. 2. That his account balance be reduced to zero. 3. That his complete dental records be provided so he could seek treatment elsewhere and complete any remaining work with another provider. I requested that these actions be completed by May 9, 2026. The only request that was honored was the release of his records. No apology was provided. The account balance was not adjusted. Instead, my father later received a bill that included charges related to the replacement crown that became necessary after the original crown cracked during the fitting process. I am particularly disappointed because the office was given an opportunity to resolve this matter privately and respectfully. Rather than addressing the concerns of an elderly Parkinson's patient and demonstrating accountability, they chose not to follow through on the requested resolution. Patients deserve competent care, clear communication, and professional treatment--especially elderly patients who may be less able to advocate for themselves. Unfortunately, that was not our experience.

I just wanted to say thank you again from the bottom of my heart! My teeth feel so good and finally…read morefeel normal again. Before I came to your office, another dentist kept telling me I needed to come back because I might need a root canal. To be honest, I was running from the dentist because I was so afraid and didn't want to go through that. I'm so grateful that God placed me in your hands. Thank you for taking the time to listen to me, care for me, and help relieve the pain I had been dealing with for several months. I truly thought I was going to need a root canal, but thanks to your care and expertise, I'm feeling so much better. I'm excited to be one of your patients and truly appreciate you welcoming me into your practice. Thank you again for everything. May God continue to bless you and your team!

Excellent service. Thirty-year customer! I even travel from out of State to get procedures done.read more

Avoid this sleazy, incompetent office at all cost!…read more In my new patient appointment, before even examining me, the first thing the dentist told me was that I should replace my partial plate with an implant "because teeth are always better". When I refused he demanded to know why, and after explaining it's too expensive, he said " Well you have all those other expensive crowns and root canals, why can't you have this done?" I have never encountered such unethical, presumptuous, coercive behaviour in my life! When I made my appointment I first verified that they accept my version of Delta insurance, only to be presented after the exam with a deep cleaning (periodontal planing) plan of care demanding $300 out of pocket from me. My Delta plan clearly states that deep cleaning is fully covered, and it took 3 refusals to sign before the front office clerk finally generated a plan of care with no demand for more money from me. There are many complaints of high pressure sales tactics and outright brutality and damage while cleaning teeth from patients on Yelp, Google reviews, and elsewhere. He is NOT a periodontist and is clearly incompetent . I will never return, and will have to pay out of pocket for another new patient appointment elsewhere. Caveat emptor: buyer be ware.

If you want to be treated terrible and have your teeth damaged by the way this dentist cleans with…read morea drill, don't go. This guys x-rays hurt and is old, his cleaning is to rough and he's a complete jerk! Tries to upsell you on treatments that you do not need. The dentist scares me with his attitude and acts like he hates you from the very first cleaning I recieved. I have no idea why I went back. My entire family has left for the same reasons. His treatments are very outdated.

I have been bringing my son here for a couple of years now, but I only recently began my treatment…read morehere. For my son, there has been no problems. He goes in for cleanings, and that's it. My treatment has only consisted of one cleaning, as I continue to visit my bay area dentist and orthodontist at times (since I am frequently in the area). Today, I have an appointment to evaluate fillings that were designated as needing to be replaced by my bay area dentist. However, for the past few days, I have been experiencing pain from #21. I tell the D.A. this and she tells the Dr. He checks it out; she takes X-rays; and then he tells me that I have an abscess that cannot be saved, need a root canal, and then a crown. O-kay.... Then, not five minutes later, some woman that I have never seen before comes in and says that my portion will be $500, today! What?! Um, I am still processing the fact that my tooth is basically dead and in need of surgery to prevent me from having a whole in my smile. I'm traumatized people, and you're going to pick the next five minutes to tell me that I need to drop 1/2 a grand in your office. Not! I then told her that I was not having that procedure today. Seriously, I was traumatized. The D.A. talks to me again about the fillings, but I'm not really hearing her. I'm upset that a strange woman came into the room and started talking to me about money. The entire scenario just didn't sit well with me, and it has never happened at any other office I've visited. Never! Okay, so after the stranger and D.A. stop talking the Dr. starts telling me that he doesn't understand why I would want to go ahead with an aesthetic treatment instead of something as serious as the abscess. He wants me to believe that he's thinking of me and my pain, and not his pocketbook. I then tell them all that I am leaving, and I calmly, but firmly, state the reasons why. Upon leaving, I notice that the front office is filled with women that I have never, ever seen in that office before, and I can't help but wonder what the hell is going on. Another observation was that every last one of them was Caucasian, and they were all as quiet as field mice while I conducted my transaction with the stranger lady. I have a lot of feelings around the folks that live and work in this area, and today totally sealed those feelings as beliefs for me. I will not be returning to this office for my treatment nor my son's. A call has been made, and I will drop my 1/2 a grand in Oakland.

Looking for a dentist? I recommend an appointment here…read more It's been difficult lately for me to leave work for my cleaning appointment. The office actually has early appointments, so I can get it done before going to work. The staff has been working with Dr. Dinitz for many years. They are friendly & helpful. I never feel liky my concerns are overlooked. It's a family atmosphere. They take the time to explain things & are careful not to hurt me. They also don't have expensive fees, so less I pay out of pocket.