I called to have my 3.5 year old twin godchildren seen for the first time. The telephone receptionist was incredibly RUDE...! The mother is an OT and works at a school with autistic children during the week. I asked if the dentist has Saturday hours NOT..she rudely replied what their hours were for new patients. Dr. Gila might be "the best" but her receptionist isn't. I don't recommend! read more

Dentist seem good but something is weird with the billing here. They make you pay first and then get reimbursed which is weird to me and then the dental claims don't go through- this has happened to me on my last 2 visits. read more

They are absolutely the best! We have been here for years. The staff work really well with kids and families and are really experts in relating to the experience, as well as state of the art dentistry. My kid actually looks forward to coming here, despite having needed more complicated procedures as a youngster. read more

This is a wonderful practice-- so friendly and efficient, and the doctors are knowledgeable and spend as much time as you need explaining everything. I can't recommend enough! read more

I had my 5 and 6 year old Daughters see Dr. Gila and they came home so excited to see her. What a pleasant surprise to hear that both girls came home ready to brush and floss. She was great with both of them and I would highly recommend any parent to take their children to Dr. Gila. Natori & Miya can't wait to see her again. read more

Once again, the dr Gila and her team goes above & beyond the call of duty. My child had an infection *under* a tooth that did not show any signs until a routine x-ray was caught by their team in coordination with our orthodontist. When we came in, it was very clear it needed immediate attention. We would have never known otherwise, and it could have been very bad indeed. Thank you, Drs Dorostkar & Chang! read more

Had a bad experience here. Dr. Gila offered to discuss it with me, but for me it was too little too late. Since she did offer to discuss it, I took down my original post. Sadly, we will not be returning. read more

Dr. Gila is WONDERFUL! She and her team have created the perfect environment for children to visit the dentist. I have three children. Two have had cavities and both had their teeth drilled in Dr. Gila's office. And neither are afraid of the dentist as a result. Dr. Gila has a gentile hand, keeps her environment stress free, treats the children with respect and really listens to them, she uses cutting edge technology (a big plus if you have ever visited a dentist who does not), and we could not be happier with her! She is honestly as good as it gets!!! read more

Today was a new beginning in my son's experience of dental care. My son (9 years old) needed some dental work done and he had been scared for many months about this procedure. He has had a bad experience in his younger years with a different dentist and it was challenging to even just get him in for a tooth cleaning. Dr Gila and her team worked their magic. Included in today's team was Aspen, Dr Gila's gentle and sweet therapy dog, a Golden Retriever. Aspen jumped right onto the treatment table and laid down next to my son, with her head on his belly. My son kept touching Aspen throughout the treatment and he was the most relaxed I had ever seen him. It was with awe that I saw my son's confidence growing with regards to this treatment, and when it was time to jump off the table he was the most joyful and happy boy. Later today my son asked me when he could come back for his next treatment to see Dr Gila and Aspen again. I can't emphasize enough how amazed I am by Dr Gila and her team. They really go above and beyond to make sure our children get the best care possible. There isn't any other place on this planet I would go to for my child's dental care, and I don't say this lightly, given that I have experienced many wonderful dentists world wide including Sydney, Germany, Sweden, Rome and several places throughout California. If I could give Dr Gila and her team a 10 Star rating, I would! They are the top of the top when it comes to deeply caring for our children and their teeth. read more

Gila C Dorostkar, DDS - My son after his dental procedure, and the therapy dog Aspen who was with him during the treatment. A miracle dog! - Pediatric Dentists Near Me - Greenbrae, California

The entire staff, Kristi in the front office, Dr. Gila, the other dentists and the anesthesiologist who was called in for my 4 yr old's procedure, were absolutely wonderful! They put me at ease and followed through with the greatest of confidence making the unfortunate experience so much more pleasant than I could have imagined. I would recommend them to anyone looking to create a positive association with the dentist for their little one, and they take wonderful care of the parents too! read more

Amazing dentist. Made my son WANT to come back after his first appointment. Reasonably priced as well. Cost was less than I expected for a first visit. read more

We love Dr Gila. Then entire staff is simply lovely. Dr Gila does a great job explaining to parents what's going on with your child's dental health. Very thorough and easy to follow. The office is pleasant for the patient and the parent. WiFi. Videos in the ceiling. All the right tools for pediatric dentistry to help minimize discomfort. They submit the Delta Dental claim for you immediately and I usually get reimbursement within a couple days. I highly recommend Dr Gila and her practice. read more

Great staff made for kids they take extra care in they have a tv I want to be a kid again read more

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I said no to dental x-rays for my 3 and 4 year-old children. Dr. Dorokstar grilled me about why I wasn't comfortable with x-rays and then asked why I had come to the dentist at all if I wasn't interested in following the advice of the dentist. I am a customer who paid $340 for two children to have their teeth cleaned (and that was without x-rays!) and I left feeling disrespected and stressed. I am interested in making wise decisions for my family. if we had even one reason to consider x-rays (genetic dental history with any problems) or if the check-up showed reason to look further, then I would be happy to consider them. I will wait until my children are not toddlers before I put any amount of preventative care radiation into their bodies. I was surprised and disappointed that a Bay Area dentist (and a mother herself, I think) was so insensitive and pushy about a personal decision. The hygienists were great and made my children feel very comfortable during their cleaning. My kids were happy with their experience. read more

Best in Marin for children's dentist. We switched from another. She is efficient and her staff is fantastic. They make our children very comfortable. Why go anywhere else. read more

My daughter had her first dentist appointment today with Dr. Stephanie. She was so sweet and helpful and the staff was wonderful as well. Would definitely recommend!! read more

This is a child only practice. Our child loves Gila and her staff. Very kid friendly and easy atmosphere. Always a good visit even when a stuck baby tooth is pulled (effortlessly). Recommended. read more

We love this office and are so grateful to them! Our two daughters have been going for years - both started there when there were about year old. Going to the dentist is just an amazing experience for them - the office is lovely, the staff is warm and kind and we rarely ever wait (although the kids love being in the waiting room because of the books and toys). The dental hygienists, X-ray techs and other assistants are always smiling, warm and *gentle* with the kids. The dentists are all lovely and spend a lot of time talking through any issues and answering questions. We have seen Dr. Cecily the most often and just adore her, but we have also worked with and love Dr. Megan and Dr. Gila as well. I was especially grateful to the office and staff several weeks ago when my daughter fell and hit her mouth/upper lip at school. Her teeth looked knocked in and were loose and her upper gums were cut and bleeding; as soon as I saw the extent of the injury, I panicked a bit. I called the office right away and the staff was calm, helpful and responsive. They got an appointment for us right away and Dr. Megan examined her and did X-rays. Even though they saw us amidst having regularly scheduled patients, we never felt rushed; everyone was so lovely and reassuring and patiently answered all of my questions. And even though my daughter had been hysterical after the accident, she calmed at the office and ended up having a great time (when she came home excitedly told her little sister about watching a movie on the TV screen in the ceiling, getting "pictures of my teeth" and getting a little toy ball afterward!). We could not have hoped for a better experience and I will be forever grateful for how much the helped my daughter and me. read more

Dr. Dorokstar is the consummate medical professional. Her "bedside" manner is outstanding - she is professional, personal, and sensitive to children and their parents. She has impressed me by clearly explaining in "easy to understand" terms about our child's hygiene, brushing habits, and recommendations. Most importantly, her caring and concern about her patients is also exceptional. In addition, she is very respectful of patient privacy - she accompanied me to a private area away from the waiting room to discuss our daughter's dental assessment. In addition, her offices are very clean, comfortable, and conducive for waiting - nice coffee machine, good chairs for sitting. Finally, I was particularly impressed by the office staff - when scheduling an appointment, the office staff reviewed our insurance for coverage eligibility 6 month vs twice yearly cleaning coverage. This could potentially determine if the coverage is different according to the intervening "calendar days." This could save us a significant amount of money. This is truly exceptional - I cannot recall another medical office where the staff seeks to maximize the insurance benefits for the patient with a proactive attention to these details. Kudos to Dr. Dorokstar and her office staff for achieving this level of professionalism, service, and care! read more

Hands down! The absolute best experience I've EVER had at a dentist office! First of all, the Office is gorgeous, very warm & inviting, very kid friendly, did not feel like a "dentist " office. We were greeted immediately by an amazingly friendly and happy group of ladies, that made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Our previous experiences with the dentist has been quit scary for my 8yr old, to the point of her having extreme anxiety and not being able to get the work she so desperately needs done, resulting in a severe infection. I've been at a loss as to what I can do to help my daughter and As soon as we stepped into this office I knew we were at the right place! The assistant's and Dr. Gila went way above and beyond to make sure my daughter was comfortable. Dr. Gila was very thorough and so gentle!! These ladies know what they are doing! And they changed my daughters whole perspective on the "dentist" in 1 visit!! Amazing!! She not only assessed the severity of my daughters infection, but also went out of her way to find an oral surgeon that could take care of her as soon as possible. She got us an immediate appt with an oral surgeon that day! And between the two of them, we were able to get her in and taken care of that following morning!! This place was like a dream come true, I can't express in words how great this whole experience was for my daughter and I. This office & staff are amazing! They are so friendly and are absolutely in this business because they truly care and want to help and it shows. Thank you Dr. Gila & staff!!!!! read more

They have reduced their staff and overbooked. Very frustrating to have a dentist that is not there for you when need them. If you are looking for a dentist for your kids, I recommend looking elsewhere. read more

We saw Dr Megan for our 1st appt. We have a 3.5 yo daughter that is always on the move. When we arrived, the office was beautiful and totally made for kiddos. There is a Golden Gate Bridge book nook and a lego table for the kids while they wait. The staff were all very welcoming and sweet with my little girl. The dental hygienist we saw was awesome too...you can just tell they deal with kids ALL DAY LONG and are good at it and understanding. The hygienist as well as Dr Megan explained everything before they did it and in ways that a 3 year old can understand. They have stickers and a huge gumball style glass filled with small bouncy balls that they get a token for at the end of the visit!! The best part was the TVs in the ceiling to help distract the kiddos with 3 movie choices. This, however surprising, did not keep my wiggly child still so in walks Dr Dorostkar with her therapy dog ASPEN. What an angel this dog is. She literally laid right beside my child on the chair as she got her teeth cleaned. As we have a choc lab at home and a dog lover...this made my little girls day. She still is talking about the dentist!!! I cannot say enough great things about this place and their AMAZING STAFF! read more

My children seriously LOVE coming here! I was so nervous about bringing them for their first dental appointments, but I had nothing to worry about. I know this is a pediatric dentist, but the office itself is like a children's wonderland! The staff is so friendly and inviting. My daughter loves watching the movies from the TVs in the ceiling and getting goodies when she's finished! I feel so great about bringing both my children to this dental office. read more

My 11-year old daughter has been going to Dr. Gila since her first dental visit when she was in preschool. My daughter has never had a cavity and she actually still loves going to the dentist. Dr. Gila is extremely competent and pleasant and her office is very kid-oriented. She was helpful in providing info about orthodontics when we needed it. I highly recommend Dr. Gila as a pediatric dentist. read more

We are new to town so my kids were more nervous than usual to go and see the dentist. They received wonderful dental care (which pleased me but they were less concerned about) but also enjoyed themselves and came home motivated to brush and floss!! As we drove away from the visit, my 5 year old proclaimed, "That was FUN!!" I am sold. :) read more

Outstanding pediatric dentist that truly understands and caters toward children. Both Dr. Dorostkar and her staff made my 3 year old son's visit as pleasant as possible- Cannot recommend this office enough! read more

This dental practice is top notch. The professionals here have executed a thoughtfully designed, parent -child friendly, state of the art environment. Most importantly, each individual at this practice seems to truly enjoy their work. My child needed a filling and an extraction-which was complicated by the fact she had recently suffered a broken arm and was feeling very vulnerable. Dr. Gila exhibited a level of patience, professionalism and expertise that went above and beyond in every step of her treatment of my daughter. She took the time to answer any/all concerns, and did a flawless job on both procedures. This is the place to go for your child's dental needs! read more

Dr. Dorostkar and her team are wonderful! The associate doctors, the front desk staff, and the office manager Debra have all been kind, welcoming, and helpful. The office is gorgeous and clean. As for he 2-star review, I don't understand why anyone would decline dental x-rays for their child - the only way to do a thorough oral health assessment is with x-rays, because the doctor can only see 1/3 of the entire tooth with just a visual exam. A person is exposed to more x-ray radiation flying from SFO to LA than by having dental x-rays taken. If you are going to decline dental x-rays for fear of radiation, you should also make a commitment never to let your children travel by air. read more

My son has an array of complex dental situations. They have required treatments under anesthesia which our other family dentist who is great doesn't offer. Dr Dorostkar has helped stabilize my sons conditions over the years and has linked us to other great ancillary professionals. She is the utmost professional, bright, thorough. It is always a pleasant experience. The staff is friendly upbeat kid-centric. Despite having had to have interventions by Dr Dorostkar and her colleagues my kids never hesitate to return now for wellness visits. That is a huge relief to a mom! read more

I took my 5-yr old son to Gila Dorotskar's office for his first ever dentist visit in August 2016. The experience was as ideal as I could imagine it. The hygenist, who does all the work getting the child comfortable with what is happening, was awesome and the doctor who checked-in at the end was nice, too. I highly recommend this office for its expertise with children and ability to introduce them to dental care. read more

Don't go there. They stopped taking insurance and then lied about filing the reimbursement claim. They will say anything to get you in the door. And Dr. Dorstkar did not even come to greet or examine my daughter. read more

I went in to the office today with my 3yr old and can not put in to words how wonderful everyone was! The office staff were warm and welcoming, and the hygenist was so compassionate.. She made my sons dental experience absolutely wonderful! Many Thanks to Gila and her staff for making our dental experience so great, and we look forward to our next visit! read more

My Family Dentist referred me to Dr. Gila after he had trouble with a filling on my son's tooth. I didn't realize that Pediatric Dentists have more training with kids then Family Dentists, otherwise I would have gone here in the first place. Dr. Gila is amazing! She was able to talk with my son the entire time and kept him so interested that he completely forgot about his filling. Absolutely no problems at all. The entire staff is friendly and caring and show a real love of kids. I will not go anywhere else. Cannot recommend her enough! read more