My wife and I have both been patients at Johnson Dental for about 25 years. Turnover is HIGH, so…read moredon't get attached to any of the people caring for you. (The reason seems to be that it's too expensive to live in Santa Barbara on the pay that a budget dental business pays.) The quality of care varies somewhat, but for us it has always been pretty solid, and sometimes quite good. The turnover has increased in recent years, and the quality has dropped half a notch. I've never had an issue with the admin side; that always seems adequate. The facility and cleanliness are good. Overall I give 3 stars for the care relative to price. Would have been 4 stars 10 years ago. If you can afford somewhere better where you see the same practitioners year after year, go for it.

They make it very hard to cancel or change your appointment. It feels like a constant upsell…read morelately. The worst hygienist or dental tech is Melanie, she is literally hostile and goes out of her way to be rude but then immediately acts saccharine sweet as soon as the dentist comes in. I am sad this place has gotten worse. It used to be great.

After years of being patients of Dr. Pham, my grandma and I will unfortunately no longer be…read morereturning. We've both seen her for nearly 8 years, but recent experiences have raised serious concerns. During my last visit for a root canal, I experienced a sharp popping sensation in my ear during the numbing injection, it was painful and alarming. I mentioned it immediately, but instead of addressing it with care or concern, Dr. Pham brushed it off with a dismissive, "That's strange," and continued on. It was extremely difficult to keep my jaw open during that appointment, and ever since, I've experienced ongoing jaw discomfort and unusual ear issues that began immediately following that procedure. More recently, my grandmother went in for an extraction and let Dr. Pham know she wasn't fully numb. Instead of giving the anesthetic more time to work, she proceeded anyway, causing my grandma to scream in pain mid-procedure. This was not my grandmothers first extraction but it was her most traumatic. She has never felt pain at a dentist appointment before. Dr. Pham's only response was, "You should feel some pressure." Let's be clear: pressure is normal. Pain severe enough to make a patient cry out, nearly jump out of the chair, and involuntarily crush the assistant's hand is not. This wasn't a matter of low pain tolerance, it was a preventable outcome caused by rushing and ignoring clear patient feedback. We understand that dentistry is a fast-paced field, but patients deserve time, compassion, and adequate pain management. Rushing through procedures, failing to respond to pain, and ignoring patient feedback is a serious lapse in professional responsibility. We can no longer trust this office with our care and will be seeking a provider who prioritizes patient well-being over convenience. I'm not sure what changed with Dr. Pham, she used to be an excellent provider. When I moved to Texas, I would drive back just to see her. Even after returning closer to LA, I remained loyal to her practice. We overlooked the occasional cultural insensitivity and dismissive feedback because we trusted her care. But this most recent experiences crossed a line. Some things you just can't come back from and this was one of them.

Dr. Kimberly is a very good dentist . My children and I have been going to her for years. painless…read moreand very professional. I love her dental work

Rick is a really caring dentist, and has done everything to help save my son's teeth.read more

Rick is a great guy, as well as a fine dentist. He has taken care of my teeth for over 35 years and…read morehas become a good friend, too. You can count on him to take good care of you.

One of the most wonderful people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Treated with integrity…read moreand a smile

In the 1980s, broke and in a lot of pain I went to Barney for some help…read more I offered to wallpaper his office in exchange for a seven tooth bridge. I'm very happy to say the bridge is still intact and I'm still so grateful. Thanks Barney. Pretty soon, I hope you can cash in that ticket for a ride into space! Love and appreciation, Rich

For years, I was told I needed braces because of an extra tooth on my lower row--what I always…read morecalled my "shark tooth." It never felt urgent, so I kept putting it off. Then my top teeth started shifting and caving in a bit, and I knew it was time. I was referred to Dr. Ferris by friends who absolutely raved about him. I'll admit, I was a little skeptical going in--I assumed they'd recommend pulling the tooth like others had suggested. But instead, he recommended Invisalign. It honestly sounded too good to be true, but I decided to go for it. Now, I have a straight smile--no shark tooth--and while I thought I was happy with my smile before, I had no idea how much better it could be. My teeth are straighter than I ever imagined, and I truly couldn't be happier with the results. What really stood out, though, was the entire experience. Dr. Ferris has clearly created something special with his team. From the moment you walk in, the energy is different--welcoming, upbeat, and genuinely positive. Every single person I interacted with was not only professional, but truly kind and engaging. You never feel rushed, you feel taken care of. The level of customer service is exceptional. They remember you, they communicate clearly, they make the process easy, and somehow turn what you'd normally expect to be a purely clinical, in-and-out appointment into something genuinely enjoyable. It's organized, efficient, and still feels warm and personal--which is a rare combination. The office itself is beautiful--clean, modern, almost spa-like--but it's really the people that make it stand out. There's a sense that everyone enjoys being there, and it shows in how they treat their patients. I truly can't recommend Dr. Ferris and his incredible team enough. Professional, fun, welcoming, and results that speak for themselves.

Received my Invisalign treatment from this practice. The staff was extremely friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. Excellent bed side manor from doctor and assistants. I highly recommend you choose Ferris orthodontic! Dr. Quinn and Dr. Ferris are amazing!

This was my child's first visit to this dental office. I found positive reviews in yelp, and hoped…read morefor the best, and that exactly what we got. I can't say enough about how every single staff member was attentive, friendly, and welcoming. All fazes of treatment were explained to me, and my 6 year old. He had a great experience, and in turn so did I. The office was child friendly, clean, and comfortable. The equipment was state of the art, which made our visit quick and pain free. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. We love our new children's dentist office and staff.

Enrolling my child at this place took almost as many signatures as it took me to buy my house…read more The amount of paperwork is absurd.

He apparently retired so it's a new doctor but they had me wait in my car while surgery was done on…read moremy daughter. It's hot out here and that's ridiculous! How about being civil and telling me she's ready to come to the car. Has anyone else heard of this ridiculousness?

I was super nervous about getting my wisdom teeth removed but Dr. Welsh and his team made the…read moreprocess super easy!

Besides being well-schooled, highly qualified, and experienced in many forms of dentistry, Dr. Etue…read morecommunicates warmth, compassion, genuine care, and personal interest, as well as sincere professionalism. I found that, besides wanting the best for his patients, Dr. Etue is enthusiastic about dentistry itself and how he can best use it for each patient. He clearly describes dental procedures and options in a way that one can understand. As soon as I entered Dr. Etue's office, I was struck by its layout and design, which I learned was created by Dr. Etue himself, revealing his ingenuity, diversity of abilities, and desire for a clean, relaxing environment for his patients. Dr. Etue's office and equipment are very much up-to-date, with more of the very latest equipment than other offices in our recent past. When I was taken into the examination room, the very chair I was seated on was a sample of all the latest equipment Dr. Etue used for the examination, with a large video screen, which had my name on it and a readout of me as a patient. What additionally impressed me was his very detailed explanation of the lateral incisor tooth, for which I had come to him for his advice. He described three options along with the benefits and limitations of each one. He then recommended the least invasive for my situation, which ended up being the least expensive. The result of Dr. Etue's work on this tooth is very impressive. Rather than extracting it and placing an implant, which is very expensive, Dr. Etue was able to build the tooth from the root to the very tip. It looks and feels great! All at substantial financial savings! This latest experience with Dr. Etue's dentistry demonstrated that he wants the best for his patients. Before he created his present location, he had repaired two of my teeth using the least invasive and least expensive options, with an explanation of the benefits and limitations. These two teeth have served me well for some time now. I recommend that you visit www.completedentistryofsantabarbara.com to learn about Dr. Etue and his philosophy of dentistry. I have found that Dr. Etue fulfills the words on his Home Page, "WHERE EXPERIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MEET COMPASSION."

Dr. Etue is a phenomenal dentist that takes the time to learn his patients unique dental needs,…read moreprovides excellent care with attention to detail, and keeps the patient informed during all aspects of the appointment for optimal comfort. I've never met a dentist like him- he's honest, kind, very thorough, performs dental cleanings himself, and has a proactive approach to managing dental health. Wow. Truly blown away and impressed! He spent two hours on my intake appointment. My teeth look and feel great! Very pleased and will definitely be returning!

I love my invisalign. Very easy to use, and my smile looks better already. Very happy!read more

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

I went in for my annual checkup & cleaning. I had excellent care as usual! The office employees are…read morealways very nice!