My three kids have been coming here since the practice first opened, and over the years, they have…read moreseen all four pediatric dentist and the orthodontist the lovely Dr. Elana Norman. This office is truly amazing. My kids love being able to watch a movie during their appointments and getting a prize at the end of the visit. The dental assistance are wonderful about reviewing proper brushing techniques, timing how long they should be brushing for and the importance of flossing. Additionally, the front office staff is always kind, friendly, and helpful. Thank you!!! Santa, Monica Dentistry for Children for providing such great care...

We've had great experiences at Santa Monica Dentistry for Children and recommend them to anyone…read morelooking for a dentist for their kids. They were patient when our sons were a little apprehensive of getting their teeth cleaned and have helped them with feeling comfortable visiting the dentist. Dr. Kim caught a rare additional hidden tooth and alerted us so that we could have a procedure to have it removed before it became painful or give our son further issues. We're happy to have found a dentist for our kids that we can trust!

We've had a great experience with Dr. Gross and his team! The office is always clean, kid-friendly,…read moreand well-organized. The staff is efficient, and we never have to wait long, which is a huge plus since that is not always the case at the other offices. They have multiple hygienists, all of whom are professional, warm, and gentle. I've seen them carefully clean and sanitize each chair multiple times. Dr. Gross is knowledgeable, friendly, and, most importantly, takes the time to explain all procedures and answer our questions. We believe in a minimally invasive approach to our health, and he never recommends unnecessary work. Another great aspect is that they've accepted all three different insurance plans we've had over the years, making visits seamless. On top of all that, they have the best toy prize tower I've ever seen! It's such a fun reward for kids and makes every visit something to look forward to. The street parking can be tricky, so arriving a little early is a good idea. 5 star dentist! Highly recommend!

My 2 year old had the absolute best time at her first appointment with the dentist. She cried on…read morethe way home because she wanted to go back, I didn't expect such a wonderful outcome. Everyone was wonderful from the hygienist, front desk lady to the doctor. The facility was also wonderful. It was amazing. I'm so grateful for them for giving my daughter such a wonderful experience and starting her journey with a dentist on a good foot.

Dr. N. Cheng and her staff were fantastic! They operate a very professional and patient friendly…read moreenvironment. They made my experience quite pleasant for initially I didn't look forward to undertaking the process. I highly recommend Dr. Cheng and the Vision Dental crew.

We've had a really positive experience with our 9 year old's teeth. We met with several…read moreorthodontists and Vision Dental felt the most grounded, down to earth, and honest. Throughout our journey, they were able to accommodate us with last minute appointments and make whatever difficulty we were having, work. Their staff is respectful, kind, and helpful and solutions based! They are on text frequently and can help troubleshoot or answer any questions. They have a century city and Santa Monica location and were able to accommodate most after school appointments. Very much appreciate you guys!!

Brought my daughter here for her very first dental visit at 2 years old, and I couldn't have asked…read morefor a better experience! The entire team was so warm and amazing, making what could have been a stressful appointment feel fun and positive. My daughter actually had a great time and is now more excited to brush and floss her teeth at home. The office is so thoughtfully set up for kids -- from the toys in the waiting area, to TVs playing shows while little ones get their teeth brushed and examined, to tokens they earn at the end to pick out a prize. My daughter especially loved the toy dragon she got to practice brushing! Thank you to the wonderful team at Shine for making this milestone such a happy and memorable one!

Amazed at all the positive reviews; that was why we booked an appoinment. This dentist told both my…read moresons they had multiple cavities and needed crowns (on baby teeth). I went to my regular dentist (who I trust) and he said they had no cavities. Buyer beware.

We have been taking our son & daughter to Vision Dental for a little over a year now and are so…read moreglad we have made them our primary dentist for not only the kids but for ourselves, as well. It doesn't even feel like a dental visit when we stop in, that's how welcoming and kind the staff is. Dr. Andrew is kind, patient and informative when it comes to the kids. He thoroughly inspects the kids teeth, their prior visit history and answers any/all questions that we always have - with no hesitation. His motto is to "prevent cavities before they happen" and stands strong by that. There isn't anyone else we would trust with the kids teeth after being a client of his. We are so glad that we found you Dr. Andrew. Thank you for all that you do for Zane & Quinn!

Dr. Andrew is so awesome, that my 4-year old daughter asks to visit him even when she doesn't need…read moreany dental care--this should tell you about his clinical bedside manners and ability to build rapport with young patients (on that note, we switched to Dr. Andrew from another pediatric dentist who made my daughter cry and made thorough examinations impossible). Besides Dr. Andrew's temperament, he is also very professional and takes his time answering concerned parents' questions. We love Dr. Andrew so much that we drive all the way from the other end of LA County to see him for my daughter's checkups.

Dr. Shannon manages the pediatric dentistry side of the practice and her husband, Dr. Song, manages…read morethe adults and prosthodontics. Both are top 1% and we have been going to them for over 6 years (and now I'm scared too many people will flock to them). I posted a review for Dr. Song too. My husband and I are both healthcare providers with a high bar for excellence. All 3 of our children, ages 1 to 7, see Dr. Shannon and we both see Dr. Song. We were referred first to Dr. Shannon by a fellow health care provider who had also been referred by another friend (tons of word of mouth referrals). As a paranoid helicopter overprotective parent of one daughter, he assured me my kids couldn't be in better hands and wouldn't let me take my kids anywhere else even though I had booked an appointment at another practice in Santa Monica. He started taking his daughter to Dr. Shannon when she was 3 and now she is 13. He and his wife see Dr. Song too. I couldn't agree more. I was told both Drs. Shannon and Song teach at the UCLA dental school and are the preferred dentists for many UCLA dentist families as they were their professors. Dr. Shannon is friendly with a dynamic personality, engaging with the kids, gentle, meticulous, detail oriented, and extremely ethical. The kids don't get stressed at all with her and love seeing her (they remember her and her toy area even after one visit). She plays Netflix for them on the screen during the cleaning and they get to pick the show. She has tons of flavored products and lets the kids pick the ones they like. They get major swag when they leave including a toothbrush and floss plus pointing to a toy from the toy board to take home (toy chest prior to COVID restrictions). Both providers do what is in the best interest of the patient not for personal profit or to increase their revenue. The work is high quality and if you have any outstanding issues, they rectify it without charging you for the same original issue unless it's something different. They will advise you on preventative maintenance and any concerns about needing orthodontics. Their dental hygienists and staff are superb as is Esther who works front office. They take COVID precautions to limit people in their office by calling you when you arrive to come up to protect patients and staff. They get you in quickly and have electronic forms. Dr. Shannon responds quickly if you have any concerns even with her busy schedule. She really takes the time and is so kind and caring. Billing is easy and straightforward. They take Delta Dental PPO I have through UCLA so no out of pocket costs. I have never felt taken advantage of and they never order unnecessary imaging or procedures unless indicated (they will let you know the rationale if you need anything else other than standard cleaning). I've recommended them to NextDoor as well as to friends and patients. Parking is at meters (has credit card reader too in front of the building and along Wilshire unless you can find neighborhood parking. I believe they have garage parking if you want to pay too. Plenty of options within 2 blocks. There is an Erewhon next to the building if you need to kill time at the market plus Milo and Olive for coffee and eats across the street. Highest possible commendation and recommendation. We used to see Cynthia Cheung in Westwood who is also great, but this practice fits our family needs the best (plus love Esther - front office sometimes has the greatest impact on the office you choose and ultimately stay at).

Dr Mary Shannon is a caring and knowledgeable pediatric dentist. Today was the first time my 7…read moreyear old granddaughter had a cavity filled. (Back adult molar). Dr Shannon used laughing gas and my granddaughter didn't even feel the novocaine and drilling. Dr Shannon also sealed her other molars to prevent other cavities. We are so happy that she had a positive experience at the dentist and recommend Dr Shannon highly!

Dr.Loewen is the best as a pediatric doctor and as a human being ! Always a pleasure to see her!…read moreThanks Cristina

I don't know where to start from ! I called to get an appointment for a Saturday and the front…read morelady was very nice and helpful. We came in on a Saturday from the front to the back stuff everybody was amazing.The lady who cleaned my daughters teeth was soooo nice and patient and loving thank u ! Now for Dr. Lowen! the worlds most sweetest ,loving , gentle,caring,honest should i keep on going ? Dr. on this planet!!!!! O yeah and patient ! she took the time to listen to our concerns and even help my daughter floss her teeth thank you for everything Dr.Lowen

I would recommend this office to anyone with kids afraid of the dentist or with anxiety about the…read moredentist! The office was so kind and patient with my youngest daughter! She never even knew she was getting shots in her mouth!

I would highly recommend Toothbuds to any friends and family. Dr. Tali and Dr. Mae are very…read moreknowledgeable and amazing with kids! When my daughter had her first cavity, Dr. Tali made the entire remedy process so smooth and quick. Lastly, I want to give a proper compliment to their staff, particularly Araceli. She is always so kind and accommodating. Thank you Toothbuds for your warmth and attentive care for our little ones!

This has been a long time coming... I have been looking for the perfect orthodontist for my…read moredaughter for years. Not because she has some crazy ortho case but because I want her to have top notch care. She's getting older and I want her to be confident in her smile, you know teenagers are always so hard on themselves. The customer service and quality care is absolutely the best. The way they have handed covid is superb. Absolutely love it here & of course so does my daughter. We are almost at the end of her treatment and we are incredibly happy with her experience. Dr Tartakow is amazing, explains the process and makes it a positive experience. The staff is professional, sweet, welcoming. Once my daughter is done with her treatment I will probably get my Invisalign started. They have Saturday appointments available, that's our go to day & after we go have breakfast & enjoy our weekend.

Great experience so far (I still have lots of visits to go). They have the latest equipment, staff…read moreis friendly, and the Dr is nice and has a gazillion certifications and awards on his wall.

Susan and Jesse made my experience so pleasant!! Jesse completed my x-rays, the fastest out of any…read moreother hygienist I work with and it was not. In the past I've had hygienists that cleaned and caused a lot of pain and did not take into consideration how I was feeling as much as Jesse and Susan did. Susan also taught me a lot more about the tools and how to use them to add to my current dental hygiene. I'm actually excited to go back for my 6-month and I hope I get Susan and Jesse again.

I have never left a negative review before and always give places the benefit of the doubt and even…read moreinitially gave this place five stars the first time I came but I have been immensely frustrated by the people who work the front desk/reception at Fuller Smiles Santa Monica. I developed an extremely painful, very swollen, pus-filled dental abscess late last month, and called Fuller Smiles to see if they could have me come in that day to have it get evaluated or drained. I was told by the receptionist that no one could see me same day, and since it was a Friday I could check back on Monday. The abscess was swollen and painful and if left untreated can cause more infection, loss of the tooth, and sepsis, and I pointedly asked the receptionist so I can't be seen even if it's an abscess and a dental emergency? To which the receptionist replied no and asked me to check back three days later when they're open again on Monday. Of course, I found a different facility and got it drained that day and was confirmed by the other dentist of the abscess. I then went back to this Fuller Smiles a few days later to get it evaluated by Dr. Katie, my usual dentist, and she did a CT scan for me and referred me to an endodontist. I called the receptionist at Fuller Smiles today and asked if the results of my CT scan could be sent to the endodontist or to myself to show the endodontist so they could get a complete picture of what's going on. The receptionist then tried to tell me I didn't get a CT scan done, when I know I did because I was literally in the machine getting it done a few weeks ago. I then told her the date of the test and she found the record but then told me she couldn't send it over to me because of software issues, even though it is my legal right to get a copy of my imaging tests. I asked her how the endodontist would be able to evaluate me then without having my test results and she basically told me to get another repeat CT scan done there, without any regard to any unnecessary radiation exposure that would mean or if insurance would cover it. Overall I thought the dentists here were great, but Jackie at the front desk was very unsympathetic and unhelpful, and I am considering taking my business elsewhere just so I don't have to deal with her anymore.