I can't say enough good things about Dr. Alexandre Aalam and his team. I recently experienced a…read moredental emergency, and Dr. Aalam went completely out of his way to help me. From the moment I contacted the office, he was incredibly responsive, professional, and genuinely caring. What stood out most was the personal attention he provided. In a stressful situation, he made me feel like a priority and took the time to explain everything clearly while ensuring I received the care I needed as quickly as possible. His expertise and calm, reassuring manner immediately put me at ease. It's rare these days to find a specialist who combines such exceptional clinical skill with such a high level of personal service. I am extremely grateful for the help he provided and would recommend Dr. Aalam without hesitation to anyone in need of periodontal or implant care. Thank you, Dr. Aalam, for your professionalism, responsiveness, and kindness. It made all the difference.

Dr. Krivitzky extensive clinical experience and teaching background are immediately apparent in the…read morethoughtful, detailed, and comprehensive manner in which she approaches patient care. She is not only an expert in educating others in this field, but, more importantly, an exceptional practitioner with excellent patient rapport. Dr. K takes her time, thoroughly explains each issue and available treatment option, and never makes me feel rushed or as though my questions are an inconvenience. Her knowledge, professionalism, patience, and genuine concern for her patients are truly appreciated. Dr. K and her entire team receive my highest markings across the board.

Words can't express how grateful I am to Dr. Shahi and her incredible team. Two years ago, I walked…read moreinto her office after losing a tooth (thanks to an unfortunate bagel!) and dealing with the aftermath of previous dental work that had left me not only missing a tooth, but also much of the surrounding gum tissue and wall. I felt overwhelmed and wasn't sure if my smile could ever be restored. From the very first appointment, Dr. Shahi and her team treated me like family. Every step of the process was handled with so much kindness, patience, and attention to detail that I always knew I was in the best hands. The entire journey took nearly two years and included several surgeries, but somehow it never felt that long. I actually looked forward to every appointment because everyone in the office made me feel so welcome--they've truly become friends. Dr. Shahi performed each surgery with exceptional skill and compassion, making every procedure as comfortable and painless as possible. She always took the time to check in on me, answer my questions, and make sure I was doing well. The care I received went far beyond the dental work itself. I'm honestly a little sad that this journey has come to an end, but I'm incredibly thankful for everything Dr. Shahi and her team have done for me. They didn't just restore my smile--they gave me my confidence back. I couldn't recommend them more highly.

Dr. Shahi is extremely knowledgeable and caring!! Christian, the dental hygienist, provided a…read morethrough but gentle cleaning and I'm thrilled that my teeth look so much better and my gums are not sore at all!! I love going there!!

I'm still in the process of getting a dental implant, so far the experience has been amazing. Dr…read more Kao and the staff are very friendly and informative! I love the care and service I receive each time I visit the office. I highly recommend them!!

Regretted going to him and agreed to the Laser Assisted New Attachment procedure that he…read morerecommended and did to my teeth.

I scheduled a new patient consult after confirming multiple times with the office that the visit…read morewould be fully covered by my insurance. I specifically asked before booking, at check-in, and again after the appointment. The visit itself lasted about 1-2 minutes. The dentist performed a brief visual exam and told me everything looked fine. No periodontal probing, charting, or treatment planning was done. The office initially billed my insurance under a comprehensive periodontal evaluation code, which did not reflect the services performed. After I questioned it, they resubmitted the claim under a limited exam code, which was then denied due to frequency limitations. I was ultimately required to pay $50 to avoid collections. What disappointed me most was not just the billing issue, but the lack of empathy when I raised concerns to "Rafi". There was no acknowledgment of the miscommunication or incorrect initial coding .. just a firm statement that it was "my responsibility." Clear communication about coverage and better billing transparency would have prevented this situation. I hope the office improves this process for future patients. very disappointed.

Dr. Henriod gives new meaning to the expression "just like pulling teeth." Instead of a scary,…read morepainful and unpleasant ordeal, extractions were quick and the chairside manner was gentle. Dr. Henriod is a master at his craft. The office is pristine, the staff is friendly and the appointments are honored in a timely manner. The Star Trek style high tech gadgets are cool too. In all honesty, after three extractions, bone grafts and implants, I hope I don't have to go back, but if I do, I know the experience will be much more pleasant than I could anticipate.

Needed an emergency extraction of a fractured & infected molar, and they fit me in immediately, and…read morewere able to do the extraction and place the post for an implant in the same visit. I was very nervous, but they did it all with local anesthetic, there was no pain, and Dr Nakashyan hummed along with the background music the whole time, which was distracting in the best way & genuinely calming--not a word I expected to associate with a tooth being pulled out of my face. So grateful to have found them.

**Revised to address the Doctor's response - what an awful, untrustworthy and condescending person…read more First, he called me to discuss this review and offered a free consultation in exchange for taking down this review, which I believe is a violation of Yelp's terms. Second, what he states below is completely different from both what his staff said over the phone and not at all what he shared with me when we spoke. He was adamant that they needed to charge all fees up front. He reiterated numerous times that he wasn't a benefits expert but he has advisors and staff he trusts to understand it better. So when I shared that I am well versed on insurance benefits, both as a patient and a plan administer for my own company, I thought he might actually take interest in learning about how unethical it is to charge a patient twice. Instead he repeatedly spoke over me and told me that - while he himself wasn't knowledgeable on insurance, clearly I must still be wrong. Now he's writing that they only do this in some cases (no insurance or out of network), but all the sudden he's now saying that they only charge an estimate when the are in network - first time that's being said. This person continually spoke over me and let his ego drive the conversation. I hung up when it was clear that he had zero respect for me or the time I offered after he asked to speak to me. In no world is this someone I would trust with the health of my jaw or ever being under anesthesia. To purposely call someone to deride them when you have no real knowledge is its own ethical issue. Get your business in order, sir. First, it took three calls and two voicemails to even hear from anyone. Second, the billing practices are completely unethical - they bill you up front for all services AND then bill your insurance. They claim they'll reimburse you whatever insurance decides to pay. It's beyond unethical. Finally, their front office is wildly unhelpful. Not only do they not return calls, but they can't answer basic questions like how much a consultation costs. Between ethics violations, insurance fraud and incompetent administration, I'm not sure how they got so many 5 star reviews without paying for them (insanely common for dentists and plumbers on Yelp).

Do yourself a favor and just call and schedule your appointment now. Don't scroll back and forth…read morewasting your time like I did trying to sort through all the dentists in your area and look through each review. I spent months doing that because my original childhood dentist had retired and I didn't know where to go. I was so overwhelmed trying to find a new dentist because I'm so picky when it comes to my health and well being. I found Brushwell and decided to take a chance and I'm so grateful and thankful that I did. I've had cleanings, fillings, crowns and a wisdom tooth removal and it was PAIN FREE !! I remember I asked Dr Gary about the pain level because I was so nervous and his response was "we don't use the P word in this office" lol. And he was right. All my appointments have been great. Dr. Gary and his team are awesome. They exceeded my expectations and they are so professional, kind, knowledgeable, and honest. Another thing I love is that they're very flexible with appointment times and it's easy to communicate with them because you can text them. I'm just so happy that I took a chance and it turned out better than I imagined.

My dental health has never been better ever since I started coming to Brushwell Dental. Dr. Emerald…read moreKhoo and her team have been very professional, and I appreciate that she thoroughly explains the reasoning and process behind every procedure she does. Lianne is also a great assistant to Dr. Khoo, and it is a pleasure to be chatting with her whenever I come in. The front-end staff are also amazing. Thank you Hali and Janie for answering any questions I have and always greeting me with a smile and positivity.

I had an amazing experience with Dr. Karen Yoo and her assistant, Ariana! From the moment I walked…read morein, everyone was welcoming and professional. Dr. Yoo was kind, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything, making me feel comfortable throughout my visit. Ariana was incredibly friendly and attentive, making sure I was at ease the entire time. My dental cleaning was one of the gentlest and most thorough cleanings I've ever had. They were careful, gentle, and made the whole experience completely painless.

I have been coming to Healthy Smiles for over 3 years and have seen the office grow, continue to…read moreupdate, and take precautions during Covid. Rodel at the front desk is so very helpful, and Dr Cory is an expert in her field. I plan an coming to Healthy Smiles for a long time :)

Smile is always great. They put me on track with a series of cleanings that got me back to healthy…read moregums and SMILE :)

great experience! coming from a different state I found it hard to find a good reliable dentist I…read moretrust & once I found smile LA I've been coming ever since. Their staff are always welcoming & make me feel at home. any procedures i need done they give me the best options & try to work with me. Definitely recommend!

I can't say enough great things about my experience at One Dental! The entire team (ESPECIALLY the…read morefront staff) went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, and at ease every step of the way. One of my biggest fears is the going to the dentist but Dr. Koo and his staff really took the time to listen, explain procedures clearly, and make sure all questions are answered without ever making me feel rushed. Appointments start on time, and they work with pretty quickly and efficiently which I really appreciated. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a dentist who truly cares and makes you feel comfortable! 10/10 experience!!

Incredible communication, treatment and care. They patiently explained my options and I felt very…read morecomfortable.

Tod is personable and state of the art. Moreover he clearly explains procedures to the extent that…read moreyou are interested in wanting to know. Support staff is always on top of stuff and that makes the office run smoothly, and consequently reduces the "stress" of going to the dentist. There is also a great in-house periodontist should those services be necessary. Robin Wakabayashi. Cute story is that they went to dental school together where they assigned seats alphabetically so they bonded and now share a practice. They are an outstanding team.

Dr. Kristen Watanabe is patient and always explains to me very clearly what I need and what she…read moreneeds to do to help me. Dr. Kristen Watanabe is highly skilled, precise, and quick but thorough. She is the first dentist I found that I'm not nervous to sit in the dentist's chair...whew!