I brought my 22 months old boy to this office today for his 10:00 AM appointment, and it was one of the most frustrating dental experiences I've had. We arrived on time, but still waited over 30 minutes because the patient before us was running late. When it was finally our turn, we found out that the dentist wasn't even in the office. This was our second visit--we came back because the dentist was wonderful during our first appointment. However, nobody bothered to let us know in advance that the dentist wouldn't be there. Instead, an assistant saw my son. All he did was wipe my son's teeth with gauze. My 2-year-old was scared and started resisting, which is completely normal for a toddler. The assistant simply said, "It's just gauze," as if that would magically make a frightened toddler cooperate. After wiping his teeth, he said, "That's it for today." Excuse me? We waited over 30 minutes just for someone to wipe my son's teeth and send us home? I told them that they should have informed us the dentist wasn't there. The assistant then asked the receptionist to come over. The receptionist's response was, "Kids don't cooperate every time." I said, "I understand that. But the doctor examined him just fine during our last visit. I don't think the assistant knows how to examine a toddler." Only then did they decide to "try again." The assistant took a few photos and that was the end of the visit. I even scheduled another appointment before leaving, but the more I thought about the experience, the more upset I became. I ended up switching my son to a pediatric dentist. When I first called this office, I specifically asked if they could see babies. I was told they were a general dental office but were able to treat young children. If your office isn't experienced in examining toddlers, that's completely fine--but please be honest so parents can find a provider who is. At the very least, have the courtesy to notify patients ahead of time if the dentist won't be there. To make matters worse, after I found a new pediatric dentist, I called to cancel my son's next appointment. The receptionist simply said, "OK," and hung up on me without another word. This office wasted our time, failed to communicate, and handled the entire situation unprofessionally. I would not recommend bringing young children here. read more

This office is AMAZING. I have been coming here for years, even after I moved to New York 8 years ago I gladly fly here for their services. Seeing the dentist is always a scary experience for me and this office always puts me at ease. I had to get a root canal and it was PAINLESS. I am so pleasantly surprised! I have been to other dentists that take advantage of patients, you will not find that here. Every staff member goes above and beyond to make this experience as easy as possible and I cannot recommend them enough. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! read more

Lal Thanga, DDS - Their card, I hand this to EVERYONE! - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Duarte, California

I can't say enough about Dr. Thanga! I went in with pain/two cavities and two chipped teeth and he worked his magic so swiftly and with precision and ease, the next thing I knew he was done! Not only is he so lovely and fun to be around, his staff is super awesome and highly skilled, as well. *** Very highly recommended! read more

A Very pleasant experience, exceeded my expectations, Joshua is amazing , worked on my teeth very gently, kind and reassuring, Dr Thanga addressed my concerns superbly, did some adjustment with my crown , did it very gently as well, Jane is welcoming and accommodating, can't ask for a better team, " A PLUS " read more

Be careful with insurance claims. Get pre approval. Charged me a year later for something on a previous insurance. Very unprofessional. Decided to switch after that. Got an implant at this office that fell off twice and had to have it removed elsewhere. Very painful process so beware. read more

Dr Thanga took over a dental practice where I have been going for more than 35 years. I wasn't sure what to expect under the new ownership but I am delighted to continue going there for my dental needs. He introduced himself to me, answered my questions, and I met his wife who is his receptionist. The dental hygienist has been there for many years and may soon be retiring but I am confident I will continue to get excellent care. read more

Very professional. Everyone is always incredibly courteous. I would very much recommend this dentist to my friends and family

I am delighted that Dr. Lal Thanga is the new dentist here in Sierra Madre. He is very kind, competent, knowledgeable, and for me...the main thing is kind and respectful. He took over the practice from Dr. Johnson at his retirement. The office staff are top-notch...the dental hygenist is beyond awesome. read more

Despite a few bad reviews as you can see in other reviews, I've had an very good experience with this dentist and recommend them. I had a cracked first molar tooth and was under medi-cal, which meant my dental options were limited. Initially, I went to a western dental to see if they could fix it. They told me they had to extract it and needed an implant plus bone graft. This would of cost at least $4k which was not an option. I looked online on the smilecalifornia.org website and found them listed. I decided to give them a shot. They were able to save the tooth by doing a root canal and getting a crown. Out of pocket cost amounted to around 400 in total for the tooth. the root canal and zirconia crown (mostly covered) via medi-cal. I am very happy with the results of the root canal and crown. this experience has encouraged me to take a much more active role in my dental hygiene. read more

Was referred to Dr Thanga by my sister. I had a pain for a week was hoping it would just go away but it didn't. Thanks to Dr he figured out what it was and took care of it right away! Very gentle and swift! The staff is very kind Office is clean and they are taking all covid-19 safety precautions read more

Lal Thanga, DDS - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Duarte, California

Ok hear me out...if you're afraid of the dentist or need an emergency visit COME HERE!! I've had nothing but good experiences & the staff along with the dentist really care about your oral health. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a permanent dentist. read more

Very bad customer service,they tried to make money from my insurance, and from me too. I went to glue my crown on back .and cleaning only. and she put on my claim 3 xtra things. I didn't know about it. Make sure before you go inside how much you will charge you! read more

I've been with Dr Thanga since he took over Dr Kim's practice several years ago. HI'm and his staff have always been very kind, friendly and professional. Lately, I've been having anxiety issue due to a medical condition that I have. Not going into details, Dr Thanga and his assistant (Mark) did the things I suggested to calm me down during my teeth cleaning and all went well with out problem. I'll stay with this group forever. read more

Dr. Lal Thanga and staff gave me my smile back! I was treated with fast braces for minor cosmetic fixes and jaw pain caused from a molar teeth pulling done by a different dentist that miss aligned my jaw. After a few months of treatment I was able to grip on the right side of my mouth again. It was such a relief! Beyond that they have been incredibly accommodating with my changing schedule, provided replacement bands when I break them, and have been supportive to talk to once a month at every visit. 10x thankful for the result and long term recommendations to prevent future issues. Thank you! read more

Ok. This dentist is great. They are flexible with appointments and the doctors with the staff are very nice and helpful, place is clean. I recommend this dentist. read more

This dentist is great! They were available for a next day emergency visit after trying to call a million other places and I'm so grateful they took me in and that I found this place! As someone who dreads any dental visits, I felt very calm and relaxed during my procedure. The entire staff is super friendly! I will definitely be returning in the future. read more

Dr. Thanga is the best dentist I have ever had! He and his staff are kind and professional, and they all know what they are doing - so rest assured that you are in good hands every step of the way, whether as a new or returning patient. There is little to no wait time each visit, and each experience is a welcoming one. Dr. Thanga is never judgmental, and I cannot imagine a problem he cannot fix. He is just down-to-earth and meets people where they are. Do not put off doing dental work, because Dr. Thanga shows you how easy it can be, and the longer you put it off the more work that will need to be done. However, he can do it all. He helped me so much after years of not seeing a dentist so that now I am cavity-free, only need to visit every six months, and feel completely secure in my dental health. He even tells me that I can eat anything! The pandemic has affected everyone, and, like everyone, this small dentist office was also affected but managed to keep its doors open. It truly is a hidden gem, inexpensive, and the best dental experience you will ever have. So, show your support and treat yourself to a world-class experience that you deserve - they have many options for very reasonable financing and are extremely flexible. Even after moving several miles away, I would not see any other dentist. He has my utmost respect and has truly transformed my understanding of how great dentistry can be. May he do the same for you, too! read more

The best dentist I know. He has taken care of me for 6 years. I went over a year with 2 of my crowns missing, I literally had so much fear about the procedure it kept me from getting my teeth fixed. I went in and he took care of me, and he is extra gentle with us "scared people". And I want to thank him for that, it makes for the best dentist I've ever had, and keeps me coming back for my cleanings! read more

I have to say if you are looking for a real family dentist Dr.Thanga and his staff are the ones. Not only did they give me an appointment right away but when i arrived they answered all my concerns in a friendly manner. I really recommend this office. Thank you Dr. Thanga and staff, see you on my next cleaning. read more

I don't write reviews but I have to on my visit to see Dr Thanga. I had a throbbing tooth ache Saturday and was in great distress thinking I would have to suffer the rest of the weekend in pain. I looked up yelp reviews and most of the dentists closed at 2pm. Dr. Thanga closed at 3pm so I called a little after noon and was told to come in at 1pm. I made a dash to the dental office and the X-ray indicated I had an infected nerve and needed a root canal. Dreading the thought I had to be referred to someone else, Dr Thanga said he does it and took care of me. The whole staff was nice and helpful and after over 2 hours and prescription in hand left the office totally satisfied. Thank you Dr Thanga! You saved my weekend. read more

My favorite Dentist and staff. Dr. Thanga is a very kind and caring. I bring all my family to him because I wouldn't trust anyone else with our dental care. He is very gentle and patient with kids. My kids overcame their white coat syndrom with him on the first visit. Maria and his staff are very helpful and efficient. Love that he is opened on weekends and late evenings. His office is so very accommodating and clean. read more

First time going I Went for a cleaning that lasted about 10 min total. Will have to look for another dentist for an actual cleaning.

Best dentist ever! I literally have panic attacks when it comes to seeing the dentist, and Dr. Lal Thanga was able to calm me down and get my work done fast and efficiently. No more root canal and no more pain. Thanks again Dr. Lal Thanga. I Highly recommend you to everyone. read more

There's not one bad thing to say about this place! This is the best dentist I've ever been to! The Dr. is great and the staff is amazing. Claudia is the best at her job, she works wonders with the fast braces. Maria is so great at making you feel welcome. Very friendly place, I will keep going back and highly recommend them to everyone. read more

I dont do reviews much only when I believe someone deserves it. I came to this office with a really bad smile I was so self conscious of my smile. Dr Lal Thanga has given me the best smile I didn't think was ever possible. The ladies Maria ,Claudia, are very loving and caring great customer service. And there is a young gentleman that works there not sure of his name but he was great also. I will 100% recommend this place to everyone. I cant stop smiling now thank you all and Dr Lal Thanga you are the best. read more

I was very happy with this office. The girls who assist the Dentist were very friendly. They were patient with my child and explained just what they would be doing, which made him feel comfortable. I felt they were honest, which is important in a dentist, because most just want to take your money! I would recommend! read more

Decided to try a new dentist for a check-up/cleaning. Staff was friendly and the registered dental assistant was informative. However, that was the first time I've ever had a cleaning that hurt and made my gums bleed that much. Yes, my teeth are sensitive and my gums have minimal bleeding on occasion.. but having to grip onto my chair due to discomfort was just unexpected. I wish the dentist would have given more of an explanation about what he was doing, especially since he said my gum lines were good. Also, he looked at my teeth and looked at the x-rays and said my teeth were fine. I also have had no complaints with my teeth since I was in high school. However, he took the liberty to fix my fillings because "they were getting low". He didn't even ask me if I wanted anything fixed, which I thought was shady. He just mentioned something, which I couldn't really hear because the dental equipment was on. All of a sudden, I'm charged for four fillings even though I've had nothing wrong with my teeth. He may have done a decent job but seems like he was just trying to make money by doing unnecessary procedures. read more

Dr T's and his office are very professional and friendly. I visited for the first time for a check up and cleaning. He was on time, nice and efficient! I'm glad to find a dentist so close to home!! read more

Dr. Thanga completely changed how I feel about dentistry. Before going to him, I avoided going out of fear of the cost and how much work I felt I needed, but he gave me something I didn't think I could have - hope. His office manager, Maria, helped me get set up and she is both very kind and extremely knowledgeable about identifying dental needs and navigating insurance, and the office is very flexible regarding financing. Unlike other dentists, you won't have to sit in the waiting room at all (or, at the most, for 5 minutes), and the time they schedule for you is just for you and no one else. The office is also both clean and professional but also cozy! They communicate with you every step of the way, and, if you're sensitive to pain (like I am!), they are great at making you feel comfortable before, during, and after the operation so that it all is a wonderful experience. They are clear on everything and welcome tons of questions! Most importantly, they model and give steps on how to take care of your teeth to gain the most out of life! Dr. Thanga, his two assistants, Myat and Claudia, and his office manager, Maria, are the absolute best, and I give them my highest recommendation without reservation! read more