First time at the office super nice friendly staff and very clean. The doctor is super positive, friendly and hands-on.

My first visit is the reason why I'll be back for more dental care, after a bad experience else where I was hesitant to step foot in a dental office again. Meeting Dr Mashkouri's staff front and back office, they were very pleasant and helpful. Dr Mashkouri was very thorough on explaining his plan of care. He made me feel really comfortable and answered all my questions. Thus far the best dental office I been too! read more

I cannot recommend Dr. Mashkouri enough! A close friend found his office during a dental emergency and insisted I give him a try--especially since, like me, she hated the dentist. I had avoided cleanings for over 5 years due to anxiety, but my first visit with Dr. Mashkouri changed everything. His bedside manner is top-notch. He's kind, knowledgeable, and takes his time getting to know his patients. His hygienist, Sepi, did my deep cleaning and has the gentlest touch I've ever experienced--truly made me feel at ease. I recently went back to get a crown removed and replaced, and once again, Dr. Mashkouri impressed me with how gentle and precise he was. Even the numbing shot was barely noticeable. If you're dentist-avoidant like I was--this is your sign to book an appointment. You won't regret it! read more

I would take my Mother here. Wait a minute..... I did. Super friendly staff and the good doctor was on top of his game. Knowledgeable and very helpful advice. Saved us a ton of money (and pain) with some sound second opinion advice. I would recommend Dr. Mashkouri to everyone. Thanks again. read more

Dr. Mashkouri and his staff are fantastic. My cleaning was quick and painless, and I felt great afterwards.

Dr. Nima and his team are absolutely INCREDIBLE! Dr. Nima is incredibly knowledgeable and helpful - a true pro! He has helped me in a myriad of big ways over the years and I am so grateful! The office environment is very relaxing and the team is so friendly, helpful and joyful! If you are looking for the best dentist on the Westside (in all of LA!) look no further - this is your new office! read more

Dentist is always pushing to get you to get the most expensive treatment and they want you to make the decision immediately . It feels like going to a car salesman. And then they don't follow up claims with the insurance company - definitely shady. And then I read a review with a link to a lawsuit - that explains it:( read more

Dr. Nima is just the best. He is very considerate, gives great advise, and the staff is super friendly.

The ENTIRE staff are great and very helpful. The dental hygienists are all outstanding that I've had over the years. Sepi, my current hygienist, has always done an excellent job all the time. Dr. Mashkouri is a great dentist and kind. Whatever work that had to be done for me was painless. Thanks to every one who are all very caring for the patients. Pearl read more

Dr. Mashkouri has been very helpful in restoring my teeth with a game plan that worked for me and my wallet!! Highly recommend his practice. Looking forward to the finishing touches with my teeth!! read more

Dr Mashkouri and his team are truly the best. The staff is friendly, caring and professional. The office is organized, pleasant and run with efficiency. I truly appreciate that the equipment and modalities are up to date with the current tech and training. Having a root canal here was painless and quick, which was drastically different than any other dental experiences in the past. Huge props for Dr Nima and the entire team at Paradise Dental! read more

Since I've moved to the west side 9 years ago, I've gone to no less than 6 dentist offices looking to replace my former dentist of 15 years. Each office I attended try to up sell me and tell me that I had all kinds of things wrong with my teeth. Dr. Mashkouri was kind, happy and thorough. Everyone in his office was very professional and accommodating. They did a great job of cleaning my teeth and gave me options that seemed reasonable. I think I've finally found my forever dentist. Lucky for me, he's much younger than I am so I will go before he does . If you live in Santa Monica, or the surrounding cities, do yourself a favor and come in for a visit. You'll be glad you did. read more

Dr. Nima Mashkouri is an amazing dentist who takes a lot of pride in his work. He once didn't like how crown fit from the lab, and free of charge, he had it redone to make sure the work was done right. He is like an artist with the teeth. He has a big smile and warm heart. The staff was professional and always courteous toward me, particularly when my parents passed away and I was stressed. Even when I was not as kind as I could be, they always showed up with their heart and care. Nima felt like a genuine friend and brother, not just show care for my teeth but also for my family. I highly recommend him and his staff. read more

I was referred to this office by my dentist because I needed a root canal. I must say that I was very impressed by the quality of care that I received while there. First of all, I was very late due to unusual high traffic. However, they assured me that all was well. When I finally arrived they saw me almost immediately. The doctor made sure that I was okay before he began. He explained everything that was going to happen and was open to any questions. He and the assistant were very patient with me. The procedure went very well. I would like to thank this office for a very pleasant and professional experience. read more

Maybe he's not the worst DMD, but the administrative staff and billing are the worst, sending "adjustment" bills with no explanation (or detailed), 4 months after. And no ones gives you a sense explanation. It's a nightmare and kind of playing with your insurance coverage. read more

This dentist destroyed my teeth. If you ever think about using him, I recommend reading this first: https://search.dca.ca.gov/details/4401/DDS/52756/92f3f500090e1fc5b2fb9d3b816eea56 I gave him the opportunity to pay for the damage he did. He wouldn't pay to fix his mistakes, so I had to bring him in front of the Dental Board. It turned out, I wasn't the only case. He ended up settling. If he had just done the right thing, he would've saved himself a lot of money and wouldn't have faced disciplinary action. He also could have slept well at night. My teeth are still a wreck, because I don't have $10,000 to fix what he did. I'm not a litigious person. I screwed up by not suing him, and the statue of limitations ran out. Not only is he a bad dentist, he's a bad person. Avoid at all costs! read more

I have not found a dentist I love until Dr. M. I was referred by a friend who spoke so highly of him and his office. He helped with a minor chip and it is perfect. read more

I've been going here for years. They are professional and honest. They won't upsell you on treatments you don't need. But are there for you for any emergencies. Just a great group! I look forward to seeing everyone every time I go. read more

Dentist anxiety doesn't exist here!! I've been struggling to find a new dentist who has great bedside manner, knowledgeable, and kind. Dr. Mashkouri is that guy! You can tell the office staff truly cares about the patients health and experience. They do not try to up charge and sell you on random things, like other offices. I strongly recommend Dr. Mashkouri. The best dentist and the best staff! read more

Dr. Mashkhouri is the BLACK MAMBA OF DENTISTRY!!! MVD (Most Valuable Doctor) !!! By far the kindest and most professional dentist that I have ever experienced. Until I met Dr. Mashkhouri, going to the dentist has always been a very nerve wracking, anxious experience for me. He made me feel very comfortable and not intimidated or nervous. He also explained everything that would be involved in the procedure which gave me a better understanding of what was happening as he was working. That being said, there is absolutely no doubt that anyone would have a pleasant experience if you choose Dr. Mashkhouri. I'm very grateful that I finally found a dentist that I can feel safe and confident with. Thank you for EVERYTHING Doc! read more

Referred here for a root canal/consultation before getting a replacement crown installed. Dr. Mashkouri is a master of the root canal! The process wasn't painful at all and surprisingly educational and interesting (as getting your tooth drilled can be). The office staff and assistants were wonderful as well. I'd gladly come back...although I hope I do not need more canals read more

I've dreaded dental visits my entire life until I found this place. Dr Nima and his team have taken great care of my teeth for the last few years. They are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. I want to point out the hygienists are also fantastic. My appointments have always been super smooth without a wait. Within a few minutes of arriving for a scheduled visit, they are ready to start. Insurance and payment process is really quick as well. I've moved 50 miles away but I still choose to come here. The parking situation may be tough in this area. You may find free parking right in the front of the building if you are lucky. I usually wait 5-10 minutes and a spot opens up. If you are in a rush, there are paid parking structures nearby within walking distance. read more

I had to go in for an emergency root canal and while I was their both the doctor and his aid were very attentive. They were so professional and considerate that on their day off they came to their office just to help me and that meant alot. I highly recommend they're pleasant conversation, very considerate of their patient, gentle and thorough, and although pricey their worth every penny. If your looking for a new dentist that's more local to santa monica and will actually help you and keep you informed then look no further. P.s: they take PPO insurance so if you've got it then your even more better off. read more

I was terrified of a root canal, but Dr. Nima was calming, fast, and efficient. It was literally painless and took under 40 minutes. He is trauma-informed, answered all my questions beforehand and told me what was to be expected. It really was easy. Front desk staff was also so pleasant and nice to talk to. Definitely recommend. read more

I had the worst experience with Nima Mashkouri, DMD. I had a lot of unnecessary procedures done-including very painful root canals and crowns which I had to redo due to faulty work. I highly recommend to stay away. read more

Dr. Mashkouri was very knowledgeable and thorough with me. He made me feel comfortable and was very professional. The entire team was so nice!! Highly recommend!! read more

For years and years, my teeth have been perfect. I learned a lesson when I was a broke college student that cavities don't wait until one has insurance. One root canal later, and I took excellent care of my teeth from that point forward and as a result, I pride myself on my sparkling smile. I went to the dentist every six months and always got a clean bill of health. Since we got new and improved insurance, I thought I'd try out Dr. Mashkouri - after all, he had a cool looking office. Perhaps that should have been a sign. Dr. Mashkouri used all sorts of top of the line tech to examine my teeth...and came back with a diagnosis that I had SIX cavities, needed my root canal replaced and some other work. It was going to cost THOUSANDS of dollars. How did things become so terrible in just six months since I had last visited another dentist??? I returned home in tears. My spouse was SHOCKED and suggested that I get a second opinion. After having the office pester me to make appointments several times, I requested that my xrays be forwarded to me and sought a second opinion with a dentist that I had previously seen. That dentist had my records from 15 years prior and compared them to the new xrays. He saw only one small cavity and thought the root canal looked the same as it had beforehand. The small cavity was fixed for $80. It's been two years since and my latest visit showed that my teeth are in wonderful condition. In doing a search, turns out that Dr. Mishkouri is ON PROBATION with the Dental Board of CA for doing the exact same thing to another patient. https://search.dca.ca.gov/details/4401/DDS/52756/92f3f500090e1fc5b2fb9d3b816eea56 I am so glad that I got a second opinion. Initially I thought that perhaps one dentist was simply more conservative than the other. However, with two years of a clean bill of health, it is clear that Dr. Mishkouri's diagnosis was wrong. I've learned my lesson - never be fooled by a fancy office and always check with the Dental Board prior to getting services. read more

Dr. Mashkouri and his staff are so friendly and professional! They make me feel like part of the family! Dr. Mashkouri is caring and considerate. He has a great bedside manner and makes sure you are numb prior to any dental work. So happy to have found my great new dentist! read more

I hate dentists but I have a toothache so what can I do? I called around to see about pricing and scheduling and here they were able to get be in same day and take a look at the issue for free. The dentist himself actually spent time with me, explained what could be causing the issue and what is not causing it. All the staff was very nice and genuinely cared about getting me help. I don't usually write reviews, unless I'm really happy or really pissed... I'm ecstatic to have found a dental office that doesn't feel like a completion of how fast they can get me out. I will be coming back here for my annual checkup and cleaning. Thanks! read more

Wonderful office staff. Always treated with kindness and respect

I wish I would've found Dr. Nima 3 years ago when I first arrived to California. I would've chosen him from day one. Let me just say he's hands on all the way. I never had a Doctor verify every step of a root canal procedure like him. I'm naturally nervous whether it's a Dentist or a Doctor, & he made me feel very comfortable. Young, hip professionals with modern technology to facilitate a smooth gentle visit. I highly recommend Dr. Mashkouri he's a top level professional in my book. I work a Gov't customer service day gig in my other side profession. I'm a Musician/Artist Performer & my image is everything, smile & teeth even more. I wholly trust him & staff for my smile presence. Thank U Dr. Mashkouri for everything! read more

Here is a review i feel is important. The star rating is irrelevant because i can't rate the dentist based on his work. I am basing this on a shocking treatment plan that i have had 2 other dentists give 2nd opinions on. In short i need some work done on my teeth. the dental evaluation was rushed, and i was told the best plan for me would be to do 3 crowns and 1 filling all on the right upper side of my mouth. i took this info to 2 other dentists who thought this was an unwarranted amount of work - and my old dentist was actually upset that someone would prescribe a treatment plan like that (he saw my teeth a few months ago before i moved.) It felt like the biggest up sell i have ever seen from a dentist. the willingness to grind my teeth down and crown everything was a shocking. also - a concern i had was that the nerve in my living teeth could get irritated and die. this happened once in the past to me. so this treatment plan was also putting 3 of my teeth in some potential danger of needing a root canal. Now, after saying this - it is still quite possible he does great work - but something is off with this. it was an aggressive approach and not like any approach i have had from other dentists. the new dentist i selected has assured me that some basic fillings will only be needed. read more

So grateful, to Dr.Mashkouri. I am not an easy patient just thinking of any apparatus in my mouth and I start choking. He was so kind and patient and waited for me to mentally , physically get used to it and then sit down and proceed. Once I started it was the fastest and easiest procedure even though it was a root canal. Thank you again and if I need another procedure I know I'll be coming back for sure. Damaris read more

Dr. Nima is an expert, as evidenced by all the beaming reviews on Yelp. 'Compassion', 'knowledge', and 'warmth' come to mind when I think of this dentist. I have only seen Dr. Nima under less-than-great circumstances, but have been provided with outstanding care each time. Root canals are never fun, but I have only had great experiences here. My review today is for the unbelievable accommodation by his team to see me same-day for an emergency. Beyond responding to my urgent call for help, it was an entirely painless procedure. A very special shoutout to the front desk team here, and to Ellie. Trips to the dentist can be daunting, but I always look forward to visiting this office. Thank you!! read more

This office is definitely a very professional and efficient office. The doctor himself is very kind and always trying to bring comfort. The staff is always smiling and welcoming and efficient. Michelle or Mashal was a sweetheart. read more

Dr. Nima is fantastic! The staff at his office are so kind and always find a way to fit me in! Dr. Nima has such great energy. You can tell he loves what he does and has the best of the best equipment. I have a lot of anxiety when I go to the dentist and Dr. Nima and his dental assistant Ellie are so patient and comforting. They explain what they are about to do and why and are very attentive the entire time. I am so happy we have such a great family dentist! read more

My smile is now FABULOUS!!! I needed work on my front teeth and was very worried about the quality of the work. It was MY SMILE after all! My husband and I had not been satisfied with our prior dentists so I searched Yelp for the best cosmetic dentists in the area. We chose Dr. Nima because of his many wonderful reviews. He and his staff are very knowledgeable and kind and understood my concerns. It is now my turn to tell you that Paradise Dental is THE BEST! I had my front six teeth crowned all at once, so it was quite a project. I am thrilled with the results! We plan to replace four more old crowns early this new year. You will not be disappointed with Paradise Dental in Santa Monica. Thank you Dr. Nima!!! Cheryl read more

Dr. Nima and his staff are incredible. Highly recommend his office. Took me last minute and got me out of pain! Very happy with all the work that I've gotten done! read more

Love this dentist office. The staff are all incredibly nice people, especially Dr Mashkouri and Michelle (best hygienist )! Highly recommend this dentist. They take insurance too read more

Dr nima and the rest of the team was incredibly friendly and super helpful throughout the process. They first greeted me and was very friendly. Took a look at what kind of work needs to be done and gave me a breakdown of the work and costs. They were all communicative throughout the whole procedure. It was the day before christmas eve and the procedure ran over 1hr past closing but they never once complained or rush to finish. I used to be scared of going to the dentist but they made the exp amazing and now I feel excited to come and start working on myself again read more