Dr. Desh and her staff are first class! I shopped around town for braces before I decide to make one last attempt at finding the perfect ortho. That's when I came across HD Orthodontics. They gave me the best solution at the fairest price. Best of all, they are so personable and make you feel so comfortable. I'm so glad I finally found the BEST Orthodontist in town! read more

Both my kids are in treatment here. One with braces, one with Invisaligns. Dr Desh did regular checkups until it was time to actually begin treatment. She never charged for the early visits and when it was time for actual treatment she offered very clear, affordable payment plans. All in all I would recommend! read more

If you want a place where you'll feel welcome and at home then this is the only Ortho you should consider.

First, this is a newer orthodontist. It will take some time before reviews of the work truly evolve. As a fledgling business it will take some time to establish the skill and value of the work - that can just not be determined now. Yes, some patients have finished their treatment period, but personally my child's has been longer than expected. This orthodontist gives up easily and blame is easy to fly. The reviews about staff being too false in personality I tend to agree with. There is just not a true genuine manner about Dr. Desh or several of the staff. Too smiley, too pumped, it just isn't real. It is a feeling you get, and only those who have experienced that may truly understand what my meaning is. This orthodontist gives up on you or your child easily. This is unacceptable, its rude, its unprofessional and I do not accept this type of behavior from someone I've handed over thousands of dollars to (in addition to using my lifetime benefits for orthodontic treatment for). I went to this orthodontist for a consultation with a young child. My child and I were ushered into the financial office immediately after and plans for treatment were commenced immediately. I had hoped to learn WHEN it would be recommended to start treatment, not that very day necessarily, especially considering there were still baby molars involved - 4 or more of them. What I have learned through this treatment is that it has extended treatment (to wait for them to come out), thereby extending cost. Brackets you see cannot be attached to baby teeth, what's the point? Oh what I have learned now, if only I had known then. They have no patience for their youngest clients which they've pushed into treatment...children who are unprepared to deal with wax (and not swallow it) for the wires cutting their mouths, the difficulty of applying the rubber bands 3 x a day without a mirror, at school when it can take then 20 minutes to get the damn thing on after eating, let alone the morning rush. Guess what? They can't do this at school...you don't have 20 minutes in front of a mirror. Treatment was over $5k for what was billed as a simple case, yet now with no likelihood of refund of unused monies we are being told they are going to stop. NO. YOU were the one who pushed this child in, you finish it. Yes, I've vented a little and in all honestly, I do want this business to be successful, to serve their clients well, and this orthodontist and her staff have a lot to learn and some adjustments to be made. They can make changes and they can get better, and I really hope they do. I do not want our experience to be others experiences. I do not want to sink or harm her business, but I do want this review to be noticed, changes to be made and customers to be served as they deserve. She has had enough time to build a solid business, now start working to make it a valuable one to your customers. If you do make the attempt, make sure that you are prepared for what comes after the smiles, the inclusiveness. You will feel at first like you have found Utopia, but later you may experience something far different. Most importantly, if you have a child on the younger side, get a second opinion. Starting treatment early is not necessarily a good idea, and don't fall for the "you could be out of braces before middle school!" See a reputable orthodontist with more experience before you make this jump. Also, calls to the orthodontist are heavily screened after hours, and lord forbid you disturb her on her off time. Best of luck to you. read more

The moment me and my fiance walked through HD Orthodontics, we were welcomed with welcoming arms. I work at a notable dealership and can identify GREAT guest service; Dr. Desh and her team do not disappoint. Elia was personable and guided me thoroughly the preliminary assessment of my teeth. When going over the best options for my needs, Daphne was detailed in describing all the solutions to my concerns. Finally, Dr. Desh gave me necessary information and plan of action to proceed with creating the perfect smile for my wedding. Thank you HD Orthodontics, I look forward to working with you and your amazing team read more

Amazing staff! Dr. Desh and her staff are very personable and professional. My daughter started with Dr. Desh last summer and every appointment has been punctual on their part and their service is phenomenal. Our son will soon be in need of braces and he definitely will see Dr. Desh and her staff. We highly recommend Dr. Desh!! read more

Dr.Desh and her staff are fantastic! The moment we walked in we felt so comfortable. They really try to help their customers. My daughter is always happy to visit. I am confident since Dr. Desh is familiar with the latest technology and she employs that wisdom for our family. read more

Dr. Desh and her staff are fantastic. Can't say enough about how at ease they made my daughter Catherine feel. She went from be hesitant, to wanting braces now. Faculty is spotless, and level of communication is top notch. Braces and appliance get put in Monday. Will update as it progresses. read more

I love this office!!! I just came back from my consultation for braces & already have an appointment for next week!!! They took care of everything all within an hour & a half. Super sweet and really informative on all details. And the office is beautiful and smells so good!!! Looking forward to this new dentist relationship!!! read more

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Love the Doctor's bedside manner, she is super sweet & very knowledgeable. She'd is our 1st choice for sure but wish it were a tad less expensive to get braces on these TWO kids! Aaarrgghhh! And the office staff ROCKS & it's so clean there too. read more

My children and I had an awesome experience at HD orthodontics. The staff was extremely friendly, respectful, knowledgeable, and helpful. The doctor took her time showing us the images and needs of my children as well as explaining the method of treatment. The only reason I don't rate 5 stars is because of the cost. Although, the cost is high, they are very flexible with payment plan. read more

The staffs are very friendly, knowledgeable, and organized. The facility is small but clean.

Wonderful staff, made my son who is 13 feel very comfortable. Dr. Desh is very thorough and explained each process in detail. Will definitely recommend to all my friends and family! read more

I came in for adult braces in November and have had nothing but pleasant experiences with this office. Dr. Desh and her staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and above all professional people who ensure that each patient is comfortable and taken care of efficiently. Filling in the electronic paperwork online and confirming an appointment over the phone was completely stress-free. Consultation was very informative and I felt confident enough to sign on and put on brackets that day! The office environment is stylish and the equipment is both modern and clean. I did not come from a dentist referral but instead found this office directly from my insurance database and made sure to cross reference with Yelp (and my research did not disappoint). I deeply appreciate the email and text notifications as well as the scheduling ease that this office provides. Over the past five months, wearing braces has been an interesting oral experience as a teacher who lectures all day but I know that I am in good hands with Dr. Desh. I can't wait for my new smile! read more

Dr. Desh and her team are AMAZING!!! The second I walked in I knew I was in the right place. All of the staff is incredibly warm, welcoming, and engaging. Not only that, but Dr. Desh made a point to come over and introduce herself to me while I was sitting in the waiting area. She was extremely thorough in my consultation and stayed well past closing hours to be sure that she addressed all of my concerns. She is very knowledgable and you can tell that she truly cares about each and every patient. If you are looking for an Orthodontist, GO TO DR. DESH!!! read more

I was looking to get Invisalign for myself since I didn't wear my retainer. My friend recommended Dr. Desh! This place is awesome! Super clean and modern inside. She was super informative and friendly and didn't try to push anything on me. The coolest thing is she has a scanner to scan my mouth! I didn't need to get those molds that made me gag the first time I got braces! I'm so happy I found this place! Highly recommend! read more

Dr. Desh and her team are incredible. I tend to have a very busy schedule. The doctor is always prompt with appointments...which is very important to me. Always very warm reception, informative and professional. The equipment is the latest and greatest. Atmosphere is beautiful. read more

Called and spoke to a friendly gal name Dafne, she got me in for a consultation same day :) Dr. Heather Desh is such a knowledgable and polite orthodontist with a good bedside manner. I went in for a consulation and she gave me all of the options that were best suitable for my needs. If you are looking for an orthodontist stop looking just set an appointment with HD Orthodontics bc you won't regret. Dr.Desh is personable and will listen to you, you won't feel rushed. She'll make you understand everything before you leave the office. They help out with payment options as well, so insurance is not required to be a patient here. Before I left the office Dr. Desh even did an evaluation letter for me to take home so I can really understand what's going on with my teeth. She is so detailed:)The receptionist Dafne is so sweet. She actually helped me watch my 2 year old daughter while I was being consulted with Dr.Desh. They even have complimentary beverage such as freshly brewed coffee, tea, and water. This office is so clean, and the style of the decor is so ocean like atmosphere. I love it! Free consultation, they even do most procedures with the latest technology, plus a doctor and receptionist that doesn't make you feel rushed in and out and very warm welcoming. :) read more

My son just got braces on today. Dr. Desh and the entire office are the nicest people. My son was very comfortable and not nervous at all! They were very good at explaining the process to both me and my son. I could not be happier! read more

HD orthodontics is the best! My son is always excited to go and is taking even better care of his teeth. Dr. Desh has created a point system so that the kids can earn points for taking care of their teeth, wearing their HD Orthodontics shirt, and coming to appointments. It's an excellent motivator for all kids. Her staff is extremely friendly and helpful. You can tell that they all love their job and their patients. Her facility is clean and welcoming. On top of that, Dr. Desh is very thorough on explaining what her plans are for treatments and also has an easy payment program available. I compared her to other orthodontists in the area and she definitely stood out amongst the others. She took pictures and xrays during our initial complimentary consultation. She even wrote up a report on her findings and solutions to help my son get that perfect smile. I highly recommend HD orthodontist. read more

Very clean and professional staff! Staff are extremely friendly and make you feel comfortable. Dr Desh is so nice and make you feel valued as a patient. The braces are a bit pricey but you get what you pay for and the location and equipment used is what you're paying for. I would highly recommend this office even if you are an adult like me who was nervous getting braces. read more

After seeing the ratings I decided to call for a conulstation. My first impression of them was awful. The receptionist who answered the phone seemed polite, but that was fake once she interrupted me than placed me on hold. Another woman picked up, whom I believe is the one in charge of billing as the Dr. was on maternity leave. She too had fake kindness as she was asking me what my concerns were she too interrupted me midsentence and placed me on hold for over 4 minutes. And she did not apologize when coming back on the line rather acted like it was no problem. Kind, concerned employees don't interrupt, cut off, or put someone on hold without consent. Overall, I am more concerned with the actual Dr. who will be treating me not the other office employees who obviously don't put the patient/prospective patient first. read more

I can't sing enough praises for everyone in this office! I had truly horrible experiences with 3 different orthodontists throughout out middle and high school. Deciding to get braces again as an adult was terrifying and every consult I had left me feeling even worse. However the second I stepped into HD, I felt so at peace with leaving the fate of my smile in their welcoming hands. The positivity and familial feeling of everyone in this office, put years of my fear and anxiety to rest. Dr. Desh and her team went above and beyond to help this scared and broke college student achieve her hopes of a smile she could be proud of. They worked with my financial capabilities and made the whole experience such a positive thing for me. I'm so proud of my smile now! If there is anyone you can trust with your smile and ortho experience, its HD ortho. They feel like family and you will be hard pressed to find another ortho office that cares this much about you and your ortho wants and needs. read more

I highly recommend HD Orthodontics! Staff are welcoming, energetic and friendly. My kids look forward to their follow up appointments. Their clinic is state of the art and super clean! read more

This place is great. I can't stop telling friends and family how grateful I feel about finding Dr. Desh. She is professional, experienced, available to answer my endless questions, and the office is friendly. My son is eight and I was unsure about Phase 1. The consultation my dentist referred me to was thorough and affordable. Don't pass up visiting this place, even if you are unsure. I love the current and modern technology in their office. They will be able to answer questions and explain any confusion. read more

This place is amazing! Dr. Desh, Dafne and Elia are an amazing team. At first I was hesitant to get braces but going to HD Orthodontics encouraged me to pursue my braces. The team genuinely cares about their patients and are very professional. They're persistent with the great services they provide. They make themselves available to you in case of an emergency and explain everything in detail. They host fun events and from what I've observed during my visits, patients enjoy being there. Not to mention the great movies and music the play. I recommend them to anyone and everyone! So glad I chose them! Go HD Orthodontics! read more

My dentist recommended Dr. Desh and I'm so glad he did! Dr. Desh has exceeded all my expectations. She completely put my 10 year old son at ease as she put his braces on. Dr. Desh is extremely personable, and was gentle on him. He has always dreaded the dentist so I was extremely nervous. He hasn't had any complaints, only nice things to say about the team at HD! (That's saying a lot) We have never had to wait more than 5 minutes or so at each appointment. The office is beautiful and clean with all new equipment. The staff is very sweet and was accommodating to my busy schedule. I'm so happy we found a great ortho in long beach!! Totally worth the small drive from home. read more

Great friendly service. Modern day look. Pricing is affordable and willing to work with you on payment plan. Fast easy convenient and make you feel like you are at a resort. read more

We are visiting from out of town and my son had a problem with the wire on his braces. She fit us in and repaired it in about one minute for no charge. The office is gorgeous and staff is super friendly. read more

If I could give Dr. Desh more than 5 stars I would. Dr. Desh and Staff (Daphne) blew away my expectations. I haven't been to an Ortho in quite some time and needed an emergency fix right before having to be in a wedding. I was in a panic and called her offices and spoke with Daphne, who put me completely at ease and was able to get me an appointment first thing that next morning. When I arrived I was greeted by the same kindness that I had received on the phone call the night before. To top it off, the office is immaculate with modern technology and cleanliness. About 4 minutes after walking through the doors I met Dr. Desh. She was was personable, welcoming, kind, and I definitely knew I was in good hands. She listened, assessed, and even gave me more insight into my issues that no doctor had shared with me before. I feel grateful to have found such a fantastic and professional Orthodontist in my area. She is worth traveling any distance to get to!! I left her office in brand new condition and I would recommend her to anyone in need of an orthodontist. read more

Omg I am in love with this place. Im super picky since im a dental assistant, and this place blew me away!!! Not only is the office super chic and modern, but the staff....don't get me started. These ladies are all gorgeous with their looks and personalities. Dafne is such a gem in front office and as tx coordinator! Great office vibes from the moment u walk in. And Elia, the assistant, is such a riot! She made me laugh so much my cheeks hurt! Dr. Desh, was spot on with her presence and overall patient care. This office is affordable and will work with you. Places like this are hard to find and knowing that your doctor actually cares about patients rather then a paycheck is an amazing feeling. I mean Dr. Desh even called to confirm my appointment, that is rad personal care! Overall, 5 starts isnt enough stars to rate this dynamic place!!!! Kudos to HD ortho! I would recommend this place to everyone! #embraceyourself read more

Awesome place! They have the most up to date technology, super modern office, friendly office staff....and best of all so easy and flexible to work with. If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would! read more

I loved this Orthodontics office! This will be my second time getting braces because sadly I lost my retainer. I did not come here my first time (2013), if I could go back in time I definitely would of come here to get them done. I had an amazing experience, the office is so clean and everyone was so sweet. They offer you water, tea or coffee when you just enter they really make you feel at home. I went for a free consultation to get an estimate and I felt so comfortable and it was the best experience. Dr. Desh is so knowledge and really friendly. She answered all my questions and when explaining my diagnosis and treatment plan options it was very organized and well presented. First she took pictures of my teeth then displayed them on a big screen and took her time explaining everything. Dr. Desh even typed a letter for me to take home ! All FREE! I couldn't believe it ! Daphne at the front desk was so sweet as well, she went over all the financial part and payment options they really work with you and I believe I made the best choice by coming here :) please don't go anywhere else this place is amazing ! read more

As a young adult, I was hesitant to get braces, especially since it would be my first time.Well, I could not have chosen a better orthodontist! Dr. Desh and her staff are the epitome of what customer service should be like. Everyone is extremely friendly, helpful and will go to great lengths to make you happy and comfortable. The office is in a great location with plenty of parking. Inside, you will be faced with a beautiful, modern beach theme and top of the line equipment. Do not, however, be afraid; since prices are fair and many options are available for payment plans. Thank you Dr. Desh! read more

We love HD Orthodontics, after several consultations the choice was easy. Doctor Desh and her amazing team were the right choice for my 11 year old son. The entire team is professional and makes you feel like family. The pricing was competitive to other orthodontists in the area with better in house service and needed X-rays included in your free consultation. Other places wanted to charge me $300.00 to 400.00 for the same X-rays. My son is a nervous kid and he loves seeing the Desh team every month. The team is patient, caring and I just can't say enough for the place. WE LOVE THEM!!! read more

We started treatment here in November 2016, we have great insurance, but before treatment starts here a deposit is mandatory in the amount of $300 dollars out of pocket. The braces are great. But the "in your face" loan shark tactic is over the top. After paying the deposit of the copay, we decline to put our credit card on file. What kind of place like this puts a credit card on file? they do. So we said we would pay the rest off in payments, then on Christmas Eve, we get a call from them stating we were late on our payment, yeah maybe not even a half a day yet. Then I call for an appointment a couple of weeks later, the first thing they throw in my face how we owe them money. Not to mention what we owe is peanuts compared to what's been collected from the insurance. We decided to pay off the entire amount at the appointment, where we were greeted with how we owe them money. OMG. Really? we're square now, but don't let these guys fool you with fake courtesies, it's all about money at this place. read more