dr vahdati was amazing. he performed an apicoectomy on a poorly done root canal i got 20 years ago…read moreand he did 3 of my teeth in less than an hour the healing went great and i just got the sutures out and i'm just shocked at how quick and easy it all went, with relatively little pain (barely took any ibuprofen during the post op period) should have absolutely gone to a specialist like dr vahdati the first time. wonderful experience. thank you so much

I recently completed my third root canal with Dr. Ali Vahdati, and after having three procedures…read moredone by him, I can say that I've had a very positive experience with both Dr. Vahdati and his office. The office itself is very nice, clean and comfortable, and everyone who assisted with my appointments was wonderful. His assistants were consistently kind, attentive and reassuring, which makes such a difference when you're having dental work done. Dr. Vahdati was extremely gentle with me and always made sure I was comfortable throughout each procedure. I was also impressed by how efficient he is. Before having my first root canal, I had heard so many stories from other people about how long and unpleasant root canals could be, so I was expecting something much worse. All three of mine went far more quickly and smoothly than I anticipated, and I never felt that his efficiency came at the expense of being careful or gentle. Having three root canals is certainly not something anyone looks forward to, but Dr. Vahdati and his staff made the experience much easier than I expected. After three separate procedures, I really appreciated the consistency of the care I received. Each visit was handled professionally and efficiently, with a great deal of consideration for my comfort. I finished my third and final root canal today, and I'm very relieved to have them all behind me. I'm grateful to Dr. Vahdati and his entire staff for taking such good care of me throughout the process. I would absolutely recommend Dr. Vahdati to anyone who needs endodontic treatment.

If you must endure bad news regarding necessary endodontics; this is THE place to run to…read more Zero exaggeration: I experienced the most efficient, organized, transparent, narrative forward treatment; with the best equipment currently available. Despite the situation, my comfort remained their utmost importance and I remain grateful. Reception/new patient experience was incredibly efficient and pain free. Deeply appreciated the gorgeous ocean views in between treatment stages, as well as, all things Erica. Her knowledge and accurately, continually explaining "what's next" was instrumental in eradicating anxiety. Additionally, Dr. Bhatt is a Rockstar!! I repeat they are completely transparent with costs, copays and there is zero pressure with an effort to provide viable options. Do not hesitate.

Walked in dreading a root canal. Left obsessed with my dental team…read more Dr. Pene and his assistant are the blueprint. Narrating every step and checking in constantly, zero spiraling required. And Dr. Pene humming along to island music mid-procedure? Unmatched chill. Professional, friendly, efficient. The holy trinity. 10/10 -- would let them drill into my teeth again.

I was referred by a friend, and Dr Wittenauer got me in the same day after multiple days of pain…read morefrom a botched crown job by my now ex-general dentistry large practice composed of merry-go-round 1099 dentists--never saw the same one twice in over 10 years. Having a painful crown experience with the Brand X dentist, I was apprehensive about my first root canal. From the jump, ALL Dr Wittenauer's office, tech staff, and dental assistants were welcoming and very cognizant of a patient's apprehension with the old joke about root canals. This is a procedure where you want a specialist, an Endodontist requires an extra two years of specialized training above a general DDS, with the specialized training equipment, and staff who do these procedures all day with a rhythm between the staff and closed loop feedback between the patient that puts even the most apprehensive at ease. The old technique of doctors using verbal distraction when undergoing uncomfortable procedures is often centered on subjects like the weather, vacations, etc. Dr Wittenauer actually reviews in detail your personal info paperwork before he gets to work and keeps you engaged or quiet--your preference. Updates on how many minutes longer, what to expect, we're done--helped a lot, especially when you're in your mid-seventies like me, and a little anxious. Being an old shop teacher, I appreciated his meticulous work area with his specialized tools and equipment, and his dexterous technique in determining the best path to save my existing crown and tooth, while smoothly removing and "filing" material. His placement of hands, wires, and equipment always put patient comfort first, no dragging stuff across your body, dangling wires, dripping discharges, etc. Sunglasses to dim the glare of exam lights, and mouth "dams" to keep that gritty crap out of your mouth, I'm sure were his unique and effective developments from patient feedback. Also the digital xrays showing the before and after pics on a front centered monitor displayed the super smooth and gently shaped canals after the procedure. Any small "tweaks" to the bite and alignment were handled precisely with xrays, not just eyeballing it or settling for good enough. If I had to guess, he took a shop class in high school and got and "A"--a true craftsman. In summary, if your general dentist says that you need a root canal and wants to do it himself, take it under advisement and RUN to Dr Wittenauer. His calming atmosphere and demeanor, and NO PAIN procedure should allay your fears. His protocol of a personal followup call, and not assigning it to a staff member, on the day of the procedure was also much appreciated--not the norm of my other medical providers. Five days later-- no after effects except total pain relief. It was like flipping a light switch; walk in with pain, walk out pain free. One of his catch phrases heard more than once (my paraphrase) was getting that irritation and pain out of your life and getting back on track to normal. If this is your goal, he's your guy.

Route Canal. This was my first root canal and I was very…read moreapprehensive. Dr. Wittenauer was amazing in calming me down before the procedure. I was extremely happy afterwards and had no pain.

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Buoncristiani and his entire team. From my root canal and…read moreadditional procedures I needed, they made what could have been a stressful experience as comfortable as possible. Everyone worked together seamlessly, and their professionalism and efficiency were impressive. Dr. Buoncristiani took the time to explain everything , and I felt I was in very capable hands. I truly appreciate the outstanding care I received and would highly recommend Dr. Buoncristiani to anyone in need of an exceptional endodontist. Thank you Dr. Buoncristiani and staff !! Michele C.

I can't say enough great things about Dr. Buoncristiani and his team... Samantha, Shirley and…read moreMercedes at the front and Sindy and Lia in the back. When you hear the words root canal, you immediately expect the worst! Yet alone having to do two of them. I have been putting this off for years. However, my experience was the complete opposite. I came in dealing with a very difficult and painful situation, and Dr. Buoncristiani helped me when I needed it most. His skill, attention to detail, and genuine care were obvious from the very beginning. He took the time to explain in detail what to expect, made sure everything was done correctly, made me feel comfortable. Furthermore he treated me like a person, not just another patient. You can see he takes tremendous pride in his work and cares about your dental health and the outcome It's rare to find someone who combines this level of expertise with kindness and compassion. I'm extremely grateful for what he did for me and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone needing an endodontist. Dr. Buoncristiani turned a stressful situation into a positive experience. Walking out of his office, I felt a sense of gratitude, both for the care I received and for professionals who work with him. They turn a daunting experiences into moments of relief. I'm truly thankful to have been in such skilled and caring hands. Thank you Dr. Buoncristiani and staff. Christian S.

Dr. Kaveh Niknia is the best dentist and he also has the best team of dental hygienists anyone can…read moreask for. The office is modern, super clean, has lots of light and also offers the latest equipment available. My husband and I drive to Newport Harbor Dental all the way from LA for many years now. That's how much we like our dentist!

I went to this dental office for years for my six-month cleanings, Invisalign, and other cosmetic…read moredental work, and I truly didn't realize how great of an experience I had until I had to switch offices due to a change in my insurance. The front office staff was always so kind and welcoming, and I especially want to recognize the dental hygienists who took care of me for the past few years. They always took their time and were incredibly thorough with every cleaning (every hygienist I had). After going somewhere else, I can honestly say the difference is very noticeable. The amount of time, care, and attention they put into each cleaning really stood out. They would also remember facts about my life and ask me how things were every time. I'm so appreciative of the care I received here over the years and would absolutely recommend this office to anyone looking for a dental team that genuinely takes their time and cares about their patients! I miss you guys

Dr.Dianat is the best! Made my visit so comfortable and easy, highly recommend…read more Great experience!

If anyone need a pain free professional root canal I would recommend Dr Dianat. He is exceptional…read morein his job, gentle hands and very knowledgable.

This was my first time ever needing a root canal, and I honestly had no idea where to go or who to…read moretrust. I simply found this office, had a good feeling about it, and decided to give it a try. Looking back, I feel incredibly lucky that I chose this place. The office in Laguna Beach is beautiful, warm, peaceful, and welcoming. It has such a calming atmosphere that it hardly feels like a dental office. Dr. Bagheri, Elena, and the entire staff are absolutely wonderful -- genuinely beautiful people, inside and out. Everyone was so kind and caring that I never really had a chance to feel nervous, even though this was my first root canal. Dr. Bagheri is incredibly skilled, confident, and efficient. Everything was handled so smoothly and professionally that I felt completely comfortable and knew I was in very good hands. When it comes to something as important as dental care, I think the best compliment I can give is this: I would send the people I love here. I would recommend Dr. Bagheri and this office to my family and anyone I truly care about without hesitation. I feel very fortunate that I found this office and was able to receive the right treatment from such wonderful people. Thank you so much, Dr. Bagheri, Elena, and the entire staff. I'm truly grateful for the care you gave me.

I had such a great experience here. Dr. Bagheri is incredibly careful, thoughtful, and clearly…read moreexcellent at what he does. He made my root canal as easy and comfortable as possible, and I really appreciated that he personally called me that evening to make sure I was doing well. His office manager is lovely, the entire staff is so friendly and helpful, and the pricing was very reasonable. Great location with easy parking too. I would absolutely recommend him!

I have extreme sensitivity in a tooth with a 10-year-old pulp cap. Last May, I bit into an RX date…read morebar (I've had these many times) and felt sharp pain in tooth #4. For six months I dealt with sensitivity, mainly triggered by hot and cold. I could eat and chew just fine as long as I started chewing on my left side first. Last May, I spoke with my dentist, had X-rays taken, and he told me I'd eventually need a root canal. He didn't give me any other solutions, so I just waited to see if things would get worse. Six months later, I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Gharib's office because the sensitivity was getting to me (even though it was on and off), and I started feeling pain up my cheek. I was worried about potentially having an infection or, even worse, an abscess. Christine at the front desk was so kind and accommodating. It was easy to schedule an appointment. She told me that Dr. Gharib is very conservative and only recommends procedures when absolutely necessary. I figured that was just something she said to everyone. At my appointment, I had X-rays done and reviewed them with Dr. Gharib. He was very kind, soft-spoken, and answered my many (many) questions while listening intently to my concerns. I did not feel rushed at all--I felt like I was actually being heard. After his examination, he didn't see any infection on the X-ray, but it did show a slight fracture in the pulp cap filling, which could be the cause of the heightened sensitivity. He didn't pressure me to do a cone beam scan or even suggest it; I personally requested it because I wanted to be absolutely sure there wasn't an infection at the root, since that would make a root canal necessary. The cone beam scan confirmed I had no infection whatsoever--thank goodness. He sat with me for a long while discussing what I could do to help the sensitivity and the slight fracture. He said it might be as simple as replacing the filling with an inlay or onlay, but since my pulp cap is very close to the nerve, that carries the risk of needing a root canal if it fails. He suggested trying Sensodyne for a few weeks and then having my dentist check whether an inlay or onlay, to replace the filling, is an option. There's a chance that might fix the problem. After my appointment, I felt so much more at ease. I was relieved that I didn't have an infection and grateful that I actually had options before committing to a root canal. Dr. Gharib even wrote me a long email afterward, reiterating everything we talked about. That, right there, is a dentist who truly cares. If and when I ever need a root canal, I'll be going to Dr. Gharib. He is professional, honest, thorough, and welcomes ALL questions. All the positive reviews you've read are true. Not every dentist cares like this!

I saw Dr. Saman R. Gharib today for an evaluation regarding a root canal, and I can honestly say he…read moreis one of the most knowledgeable and trustworthy specialist I've met. After visiting three different endodontist who gave me questionable and, in some cases inadequate treatment recommendations, it was incredibly refreshing to finally meet someone with true integrity. Dr.Gharib took the time to thoroughly evaluate my situation and explain everything clearly without pushing unnecessary procedures. His expertise professionalism, and honesty immediately stood out.It's clear from both his credentials and patient reviews that he genuinely cares about doing what's best for his patients-not just making a profit. After my previous experiences, I felt genuinely relieved and confident in his care. I highly recommend Dr. Gharib to anyone who's seeking an honest and skilled endodontist.

I have been going to this dental office for over 10 years, and prior to that, I always had a deep…read morefear of going to the dentist. They have completely erased all my fears! Everyone from the front desk to the hygienists and the dentists are so welcoming that it's genuinely a joy to come in for appointments. Thais was my dental hygienist today, and she is amazing. She is always warm and inviting, and she took the time to thoroughly answer my multiple questions regarding my dental health. Thank you ladies always--until our next cleaning!

"I had to go back in for some extra work on a crown, and Dr. Jenny and her team made it such a…read morepleasant experience. Honestly, the best part was how they used my name all the time--it sounds simple, but it made me feel so much more comfortable and not just like another patient in the chair. The office has a great vibe, and Dr. Jenny really knows her stuff. She handled the crown work perfectly and kept me in the loop the whole time. The Dental assistant, Bailey, was extremely professional and I appreciated her kindness. She explained the process of my crown replacement thoroughly. They also made my crown same day so I didn't need to come in another day. If you need a dentist who actually treats you like a human being and does awesome work, definitely check them out!"

Dr. Chou is excellent! I have had two root canals done over the past few years. It is painless…read morealways great results. The staff is very caring. Definitely recommend Dr. Chou

Janice and her team are very thoughtful and caring. I had an abscess and they got me in within an…read morehour to take care of business. The office is exceptionally clean and beautiful. A pleasant place to visit for an unpleasant procedure, but thankfully it was resolved quickly! Thanks Janice and Team!