I've been coming to Montecito Dental Group for many years and it's long overdue that I give a shout…read moreout to all the hard working staff here! To start my dentist Dr. Lynda Benedetto has always taken care of me with great care and caution when I had work done on my teeth. She carefully injects novocaine into my gums after numbing them with gel first, and I never feel any pain. Afterall who wants to feel that pinch when getting shot up in your gums! Not me. Karin is my go to person when it comes to my regular check up and cleaning. She is the only one I trust who can work on my teeth gently since I have really sensitive teeth. She doesn't torture me with those God awful tools they use to scrape your teeth! Thank you Karin for being a great dental hygienist :) The facility itself is very clean and well kept. I pay extra from my insurance so I can keep coming here, and it's worth every penny! My days of searching for a good dentist were long gone once I found Dr. B! So if you're searching for a new dentist I highly recommend you look into Montecito Dental Group.

Thrilled with Dr. Benedetto & her friendly & efficient staff. My second time here & I could not be…read moremore pleased with the service I've received. I was seen at my appointment time, no waiting! :) Dental hygienist (sorry, I don't recall her name--but I visited today on 11/13/15 in the morning) was super friendly as was Dr. Benedetto. Both explained everything thoroughly & their office is beautiful. Very clean, comfortable & very high tech. There is a parking lot behind their building, which I had no trouble with finding parking either time. I live in the Santa Ynez Valley now & I considered switching dentists to one that is closer to home, but my second visit here confirmed that I'm not going anywhere! Ha. Highly recommend :-)

I have been coming to this dentist for many years, even before Dr. Shepard took it over. He is very…read moregood, as is Dr. Baer. I have had trauma with dentists (children weren't given novocaine in the 60s!) and this group has always been kind, efficient, gentle, and quick. I highly recommend them.

It was not easy for me to find a new dentist I liked, but I have been very happy with this office…read morethe last couple years. They are easy to work with and have accommodated me when they didn't have to on multiple occasions. Their office is the cleanest dental or doctor office I've ever seen, and the staff are highly professional. Thank you

Dr. Scarcello is the best dentist in town. I had cracked my back molar and he took me in the next…read moreday. Not only does my tooth look amazing I was in absolutely no pain throughout the process his assistant Polly was amazing and extraordinary. I woke up the next day and I wasn't sore at all. I did not have to take any Aleve or Tylenol. Dr. Scarcello is so gentle and really truly one of those individuals who just makes you feel better by being in his presence. I realize some people can be afraid of the dentist but there's nothing to fear with Dr. Scarcello he provides five star service with a smile and ability to make you feel safe. Thank you so much!! I appreciate you Dr. Scarcello and Polly!!

I have been a patient for over 12 years. 3 years ago I was told that I was "getting away with it"…read morefor too long. That is not having my very small cavities filled that have not changed over time. They are on "watch" and I'm happy to have them stay that way until they change. I went to another dentist that did not find the small cavities that have been on watch as something that needed to be taken care of immediately. I was scolded by Dr. Scarcelo that I am bringing my car in for service and letting someone else do the mechanics ( my cousin is a dentist and did the last cavity that really needed attention) and he is left in the dust. I go once a year to get my teeth cleaned.. this last time at $131 and he said he doesn't make any money off that. He told me I should see a periodontist instead of a dentist for my cleanings. That it is a waste for me to do my cleanings with him. (A financial waste to him) He said I should only see a periodontist if I'm not going to let anyone take care of the cavities (on watch) So basically he was educating me that he is "entitled" to do the work on my teeth. I told him we were not a good match and I am going to search for a new dentist that doesn't bully me or make me feel bad for having good teeth that do not need to be drilled. I

I love Dr. Martinez and her staff! She's been my dentist for over 10 years and she's so…read moreknowledgeable. When I had cancer and was taking chemotherapy, she took extra steps to protect my teeth and gums. I highly recommend her practice.

From the owner: General, cosmetic and Fastbraces dental office. Caring, knowledgable and skilled dentist Dr. Ana…read moreMartinez and her friendly team are competent and great at communicating and helping people get beautiful smiles and healthy teeth and gums.

Dr Loul is the best…read more I had a broken tooth from falling on my stairs and I called his office for an emergency appointment He replied quickly and took care of me He's truly the best. I've recommended all my friends and family

My son had a root canal removed last week and it went very smoothly. Dr. Loul and his staff are…read morevery professional.

Great dentist…read more Requires that I post at least 85 characters more but I don't really have more to say other than Trevor is a great dentist

Unnecessary treatments, no numbing application was applied for my veneer when getting it put on,…read morereally high-end prices I decided to go here because I saw good reviews on here. I will say I have had no issues with the staff and they've all been very kind even doctor Denny as well no issues as far as hospitality. In fact, I loved everyone there. As far as the appointments, though, something was off and a little fishy. He had said one tooth had too many fillings and it needed a veneer so I did that and it was a huge amount of money. I think it was around $800. After that I had problems with the tooth and he said it could've been a hairline fracture or it could need a cap and he was ready to schedule an appointment for that. Not only that is he pointed out that I had about three teeth with cavities in it. I also asked him to shave down my teeth and some areas from some bad fillings. I had gotten previously from a different dentist and he never did that for me. I decided to go to Kendall Rhodes associates. They didn't find any of the cavities. There was nothing wrong with the tooth that he wanted to fix a hairline fracture for. Not only that is on a very first appointment the dentist smooth out my fillings without me having to ask, she knows it and said how terrible and just went into it. I'm blown away. I want to believe that this is a good dentist and that money isn't a contributing factor to the decisions he made on my teeth. But I'm having a really hard time justifying all the money that I've spent. I'm very thankful I went to another dentist where I feel like they aren't just trying to milk my money.

Been going to Dr. Wipf for years. Things I like:…read moreOffice staff is friendly. Dental hygienist is wonderful. Dentist is knowledgeable, up to date with proper dental care, and gentle. They have air conditioning.

Dr. Maria Aiello is a wonderful dentist, extremely caring and wants the patient to feel…read morecomfortable. And she is willing to refer to specialists for orthodontal work. Dr. Aiello was out on maternity leave and Dr. Wipf stepped right in and handled my immediate need seamlessly. And the office staff, including Jennifer, is very attentive and pleasant to work with as a patient. Jim R

One thing to improve is giving many referrals to other specialists was overkill for what was…read moreactually needed. This is a waste of time and money.

I have been going to Doctor Jeff for 30. He is one of the most…read more I understanding. Dentist, when it comes to dealing with your dental problems. Like most dentists. In Santa Barbara Doctor Jeff does not gouge his patience and goes the extra mile to take care of their needs, whatever they may be, regardless of whether it's a filling, a Crown, a cap. Or whatever other problem, the patient would like him to look at he always goes the extra mile. The people that work in the dental office friand I and also go the extra Mile. Frank at the front desk is always Says hello, to everybody and goes the extra mile to get you in there if it's some type of a dental emergency. One thing, I have always noticed about Doctor Jeff. If you call up, then you have a problem. He usually tries to get you in there with a couple of hours. Other dentists, maybe 3 weeks later after you've had to deal with your issue. Highly recommend, if you're looking for a dentist. You consider Doctor Jeff. The top dentist in Santa Barbara, who is still old school. When it comes to greeting and taking care of people

I have been a patient of Dr. Cowan for about 20 years or more. He is the most professional,…read moreattentive doctor who goes above and beyond. His attention to detail and association with the best lab is impressive. I recently had him repair a faulty implant I got at Johnson Family dental. He went to great trouble to remedy the problem. My current insurance does not pay for me to go to him but I will continue to do so because he is the best. I also must say that his entire team is wonderful. They feel like family to me and I feel so privileged to go there because many dentists are really bad.

I inherited my father's crummy teeth and have spent many hours in many dentists' chairs. I've been…read morea patient with Dr. Cowan for more than 10 years and he is the best to date. (Please note that other comments below are about OTHER dentists and not about Dr. Cowan!) Why do I say 'best'? Dr. Cowan has a very deft touch. He is careful but sure. He is confident, but meticulous. One example: When using a drill, he will lightly touch the place on your tooth he is going to address, before spinning up the tool. Sort of like a practice swing in golf. Then, he applies the tool with a confidence you can feel. He is always very tuned in to any discomfort you may experience. One of the things I like best, is that he tells you what he's going to do next so that nothing comes as a surprise. It's impossible to ask, "How much longer?" Or, "What is the next step?" He knows this and answers the question before you have to ask. He is also aware that insurance plans are all over the map so he has always explained what sort of work I need done - and might need, and then advises that I work with the staff in the front office to figure out a game plan. And the staff are really nice, from the front office to the hygienist to the dental assistants. All of them capable and experienced and have all been working as a team in a way that makes every visit run smooth and any procedure devoid of anxiety. After a decade of regular work (root canal, cavities, crowns, and even an implant), I am a strong advocate.... So much so that when my (soon to be 90!) father moved to Santa Barbara, I did not hesitate to make this recommendation. Thanks for the crummy teeth, Dad!

Excellent care and experience. Hands down best dentist I've…read moreever been treated by. Hygienist are both amazing as well. Very friendly and professional atmosphere.

I am deeply concerned about this dentist's ethical obligations to his patients and have serious…read moredoubts about his commitment to providing genuine, thoughtful care. If you're looking for a dentist who values your well-being over profits, I highly recommend you look elsewhere. Dr. Marc Alexander was completely unprofessional and disrespectful. While the hygienists are wonderful and do their best, the overall atmosphere of this office is unethical.