I am honestly surprised this place has 5 stars. I'll give them credit on having good customer service and doing a normal job. But the upselling is irritating. Twice, it has happened to me that I tell them I want to make sure everything is paid when I step out the door and I'm not getting anything extra. They say yes everything is paid. Then a few months later I'll get some random bill about the visit. It's a lot of surprise bills after the visit. Never had an experience like this with any other dental place. I gave them more than one shot because they are close to my house and they were nice, but every time I feel oversold afterwards. I've noticed every negative review gets removed. We will see if mine gets removed. read more

Dr. Meachum is the best dentist I have ever had. I have had so much work done on my teeth over the years and I have never experienced such warm, helpful and honest care. She came recommended by my sister a few years ago & I have been so delighted be in her care. I had a cavity done today and she was so direct and helpful about she was doing, the cost of the procedure and other work I need done. I feel so at ease the moment I walk in her office-the staff is so kind, I never wait and I am always so grateful for her expertise. read more

First rate dentist. Gentle and skilled. All crowns fit perfectly first time. Hygienist Cynthia does a meticulous job. I highly recommend Dr. Meachum's office. read more

Dr. Meachum and her staff are always a pleasure to spend time with. I actually look forward to going so I get a chance to hang out with them. They are so up to date and knowledgeable. I feel very safe and well cared for by them. read more

My wife and I have been coming here for years and cannot say enough good things about Dr. Meachum and her team. Unlike some others dentistries nearby they have no quotas, just a desire to make your smile as nice as possible. Very reasonable also. read more

Easily the best dentist I've ever had the privilege of having worked with. I'm moving and Dr. Meachum is one of the things I regret most that is not coming with me. Highly, highly recommend read more

Dr. Meachum is great and I would highly recommend going to her for your dental needs! Her staff is very friendly. My parents and I have been coming here for over 10 years and love Dr. Meachum and all of her staff! read more

Dr Meachum replaced 2 of my old crowns. She made it pain free and the new crowns fit perfect without adjustment. She takes great care in the prep process for the new crown. I came from an upscale dentist in another state. Dr Meachum exceeded my expectations . read more

Dr Meachum does not operate a Corporate Dental office. Her business is not metric-based in pushing unnecessary treatments. Her staff, hygienist Cynthia and front office Kayla and Jen are incredibly understanding and patient. They treat us with respect and not as a number. Simply put you get what you pay for. Fair pricing coupled with an incredible smile. Dr. Meachum puts her patients first, not her wallet. This is how you maintain and continue a long-term partnership. Our family is so very fortunate to have such an amazing dentist. read more

Dr. Meachum and staff are so warm and friendly. The office is nice, clean and organized. Always a pleasure. Great service!

Dr. Meachum and staff are wonderful! I am very sensitive and have had many bad experiences with dentists in the past which makes me very wary about going to the dentist. Luckily I have found a dentist's office that meets all of my needs. Dr. Meachum and staff are so responsive to my needs and so gentle! I actually almost relax in the dental chair now. The office is built in a way that is open and flowing and doesn't trigger any of my claustrophobic anxieties. Dr. Meachum makes sure I am numbed properly before doing work on me and trust me, having been to a dentist who didn't numb me, it really matters! The front office staff is really friendly. Tish, the dental hygienist, is amazing!! We have a new one in the family now and look forward to bringing him to Dr. Meachum and Tish for treatment. read more

I have since been back after COVID and they definitely take precautions seriously. They all wear masks and are vaccinated. My kids are high risk and she wore an N95 mask to alleviate my worry and discomfort of being out in public, yet alone the dentist. They space out patients that they are all in separate rooms during treatment to avoid overcrowding or being in a room with more than 1 person at once. They have gotten busier and are booked out for more than a month so I would recommend making an appointment in advance. But waiting to see her is worth it and comes with the territory. She does accommodate for emergencies but it's a by case basis of course. Again, I love her and would highly recommend! read more

Christina Meachum, DDS - My son loves coming to see his dentist! Never complain of pain or being scared. So personable! - General Dentistry Near Me - Dana Point, California

Usually the dentist is a pain but Christina is the best, always recommend to friends and family

Update! In the age of COVID-19, I felt VERY safe coming here while doing my 6 month check up/cleaning appointment. They take all safety precautions seriously with a temperature check upon arrival and all staff wearing PPE. No pain or discomfort throughout the entire cleaning process; Dr. Meachum and her staff are so friendly and gentle while performing any dental work. Please do yourself and your teeth a favor and visit Dr. Meachum! read more

Dr. Meachum & Tish are the most GENTLE dentist/hygienist I have ever met! I have always avoided the dentist because of my fears instilled as a child. Even as an adult, I would be crying in the chair from the agonizing pain. Today, I can say I'm excited to go to the dentist! Dr. Meachum & Tish are very EDUCATED and EXPERIENCED. I'm excited to know from here on out, all of my dental work will be properly done! And thank you Brittany for always greeting me with a smile and making the insurance process so easy! I was new to my insurance company and Brittany was able to get all the info I needed to begin my dental work. Dr. Meachum & Brittany also built a payment plan for me. This meant the world to me because now I know I'm on track to a healthier mouth within my budget! read more

Dr. Meachum made a nightguard for my husband and it has been so helpful to reduce his night time grinding and wear on his teeth. The process was quick and easy. Her office is airy, bright and nice and you do not feel like you are at the dentist office . Dr. Meachum is professional and very friendly and we definitely trust her opinions . Must visit her if you live in the area! read more

The BEST Dental experience I have been to in a long time. I must say that I have been in several Dentist's offices for fillings and cleanings, and Dr. Meachum's office is the best I have experienced. I recently visited the office to have a cavity filled, as well as a deep cleaning. Many are typically hesitant to get these procedures done, however Dr. Meachum and her staff made the experience relaxing and honestly enjoyable. The cavity filling was simple, quick, and easy, and there are absolutely no pain involved in the process! I didn't even realize that the time had gone by before she said to me that we are all set and finished. Extremely professional. After the cavity filling, I was due for a deep cleaning. This is a little more extensive than a standard cleaning. The goal is to clean up tartar build up around the gums. Tish, the Dental Hygienist who took care of the procedure, was extremely, gentle, quick, and effective in her methods. She was also very informative, and kept me updated on exactly what she was doing every step of the way. She made it a pleasant experience, and honestly gave me motivation again to maintain and keep up on my flossing and at home brushing in between visits. I am very excited honestly to get back into Dr. Meachum's office for my next visit. If anyone is looking for a Dental Office in the Orange County area, you must give Dr. Meachum a call ASAP, or stop in for a visit. They are conveniently located in San Juan Capistrano and the office is right near Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, and San Juan as well. PLEASE do yourselves a favor, and pay Dr. Meachum and her staff a visit ASAP. read more

I have been seeing the same dentist for my entire adult life and when he retired, I was left to find someone to fill his shoes. I did a quick Yelp search of dentists in the area and decided to give Dr. Meachum a try. I have pretty high expectations since my former dentist was also a family friend. Trusting a complete stranger isn't something anyone can be comfortable with, but I have to say Dr. Meachum was super nice (I asked about 100 questions), and extremely thorough. I don't actually live in Dana Point. I was here visiting family and needed to get a tooth checked out. I had such a great experience that I will be scheduling my dentist appointments with Dr. Meachum and fly down. read more

All of the staff here are great. Dr. Meachum explained everything and helped me figure out the best treatment for me.

I have been going to Dr Fingal for over 10 years now. I started seeing her and her team when I was just a teenager. Now I am 24. I used to have a lot of cavities and other dental issues just from poor brushing and bad diet, but Dr. Fingal is very good and all my fillings have lasted with no pain or repair needed. I chipped my front tooth pretty bad due to falling and hitting the side of my bed my front tooth was chipped and the nerve was exposed. I called Dr. Fingal in the morning and she made room for me the same day for a crown. She takes pride in her work and if you dont like something she will change it. I didn't like a small gap I had between my front teeth and she was able to correct it for me while she was repairing the crown on my front tooth(several years after the fall, the crown was holding up fine but she just replaced it for longevity purposes at my request). This dentist office is not trying to sell you on anything and they make you feel welcomed they don't tell you to get things you don't need, they are honest and care about oral health above all else. Also when I was getting my teeth cleaned the dental hygienist talks to you about whats going on with your teeth and ways to improve your dental health. She is in no way criticizing, but informing. She goes to continued dental seminars and has the latest medical knowledge on oral hygiene issues. She knows a lot and I actually bought a new tooth brush and cut down on coffee and she noticed during my next cleaning. Now I live in San Diego and still make the drive to Dana Point at least once a year to see Dr Fingal and get my checkup. I ideally want to go twice a year. They really care and everyone at the office remembers things about you even if you haven't seen them in a year. Dr. Fingal and her team have been keeping my mouth healthy for many years, and I doubt I will ever be able to find another dental team as good as they are. They are fair priced and have always taken my insurance which has changed several times. read more

Dr. Meachum, Trish and Brittany are so fantastic! Can you believe a trip to the Denist can actually be enjoyable! They will keep you smiling and looking great! read more

Dr. Fingal is seriously the best dentist I have ever been to. She is the sweetest and most gentle woman. My family and I have been going to her for over 20+ years but unfortunately our insurance has changed and are unable to see her anymore. I highly recommend Dr. Fingal if you have any fears of dentists. She knows I have a very low pain tolerance and is very patient with me. The hygienists are very nice and aren't mean or rough when they clean. Dr. Fingal and her staff are simply amazing! read more

Dr Fingal & the entire staff are a first class caring Dental office and that coupled with being honest and pain free. Please don't pay high prices for Dentists that have fancy equipment that YOU will be paying for. You will thank me for this review. read more

I have been visiting this practice for 6 1/2 years. The staff is wonderful. Dr. Fingal recently retired and her legacy of great dentistry will certainly continue with the addition of Dr. Christina Meachum! read more

I just wanted to add to the outstanding reviews for Dr Meachums' practice I know the dentist is not fun for anyone so it is great to find a friendly face and caring people. This practice has this, from reception, the hygienist and the doctor herself I felt well cared for and thank them. read more

I had the best experience at my first visit. The entire staff was extremely professional and pleasant. The care and knowledge Dr. Meachum had was great and the digital imaging helped me learn how and why treatment was needed. The hygienist is the best and did an awesome job cleaning my teeth and educating me on how to keep my teeth and gums healthy. read more

I've been going to Dr Fingal since high school, and I'm about a third into my thirties now. At first, when I heard Dr Fingal was retiring I was very sad to see her go. I also was apprehensive of whom would take her place: I should've trusted the fact that Dr Fingal would retire her practice to very capable and kind hands in Dr Meachum. I've had a regular check up with x-rays, and a cavity filling with Dr Meachum thus far, and her and the staff's care has been professional, warm, friendly, and extremely skilled. The staff has very thankfully remained the same since the time of Dr Fingal, which I'm extremely happy about, as I love the warm, intelligent, friendly, and extremely capable care that I have received from Tish, Kristin, and Kelly since as long as I could remember. This is true with both Dr Meachum and Dr Fingal: I've never had more fun getting cavity fillings than with these two dentists (the current and the former) and their staff! Honestly, it's the most painless, most enjoyable time I could've hoped for! I left the office in smiles, feeling like I had a great start to my day! I'm very happy to continue my tradition of dental appointments with Dr Meachum and her staff! read more

Dr. Meachum, Tish, and staff are an excellent team who are extremely friendly, gentle, and thorough. The overall atmosphere is professional yet warmhearted. They have state of the art equipment to ensure x-rays are taken quickly and display accurately, and they make sure the teeth deep cleaning and tooth extraction is completed as painless as possible. Their location is not ideal for me since I'm coming from north Irvine, but for a dental office I can trust, it's well worth the drive. read more

Newly arrived from the East Coast where my dental practitioners were the best! It took quite a bit of research to find a dentist who lived up to my expectations. Dr. Fingal is everything her other patients told me and more. Her professional competence is matched with a kindness and concern that inspires trust and confidence. She selects a staff that matches her standards of excellence! What a relief to to become her patient! Relocating and finding new health care providers is a bit of a challenge so I am happy to encourage other new residents to feel confident with Dr. Singal and her staff. read more

My husband and I have been going to this office for several years. Our grown children go as well. We agree that Tish is the best hygienist we've ever had. Now, with a new dentist in the office, Dr. Meecham, we also agree that she is kind, professional and well educated, and we look forward to a long relationship with her, and all the staff. read more

The staff here is the absolute BEST! I have been going to Dr. Fingal since my very first dentist visit as a child and regardless of where I have moved for college/work etc, I still continue to make the drive to this office for any dental needs and cleanings. They hygenist is super sweet and the entire team is understanding and very accomodating. I would recommend this office to anyone who loves or hates going to the dentist because it is THAT comfortable! Parking is easy and the staff is WONDERFUL! read more