I have been a patient here for about 7 years now, before they moved to their current location. And things had been fine - esp. with my wonderful hygienist - but other "issues" recently have certainly soured my opinion, so I felt I had to share. 1) I very much resent the required surcharge - Every patient, Every visit - for their Aerosol Vacuum System (AVS). When they first installed it last year, okay, maybe fine, one-time ... but NO! And they don't make this $25 "additional fee" known at the time you make your appointment, or before your treatment! They spring it on you After ... and your only option to avoid it is to Not have been treated by who you already saw, in a special room, and to not receive polish on your teeth. Whaaa...? "Too late!" Everyone on staff has been vaccinated, patients have their temperature taken before entering, and may still have to complete a questionnaire re: health/COVID before entering (or maybe only new patients now, that started last year). And likely only a very few of their patients are too young to be vaccinated, so ... the COVID risk is by now, after a Year+ of this, very, very low. Yet they still rake in an extra $25 per patient, every day! $$$! 2) Not a dentist there, and not a hygienist, but one member on their 'staff' (and not listed on their website) seems to have an issue with ... either ego, or "mansplaining" or just offending and insulting people, or at least women. This took place while on a conference call - which He insisted on having recorded - and the subject 'twist' he inexplicably brought up during it had me totally shocked, insulted and greatly offended. And I am likely not the only one he has pulled this on. So ... beware. And do what I did not at the time and greatly regret since: Call him on it and stand your ground! And inform the others in the office immediately as this is Not good 'patient relations' nor okay. read more

Front Desk are jerks. Never told me x-rays were required to see me and then acted like an ass when I showed up and they refused to see me. Accounting is a joke. Overcharged me. Copped an attitude when I pointed it out and took 2 months to reimburse me. Had a crown done here (for which they took xrays) that is giving me problems and since they refused to see me I need to to find a better dentist to address it. read more

Yoana was my hygienist. I highly recommend her. She did a thorough job without pain ! I always get tartar on two teeth in particular and a lot of hygienist can't get it off. She removed all of it with me even noticing (I had on headphones and was watching Netflix). She is polite and cheerful and helped arrange for me to get my teeth scanned for retainers. Request Yoana! She's great! read more

I had been a patient here for 4 years. I used yelp to help my find a dentist when I first moved to LA and Trident was the choice I found. At first I enjoyed the experience here, but as time went on it got worse and worse. The first sign that something was wrong was when they did such a poor job on the veneers on my front 2 teeth that I had to go through the whole process twice. Even after them improving on the work the second time it was still very clear that one of my front veneers was a little longer than my other one. Since changing dentists I have been clued in to how this is not only a cosmetic mistake but also a Dental Health mistake because it changed my bite which affected other areas of my mouth. The bigger problem with these guys, which I became more aware of when reading the very few non positive reviews on here (I wonder how many of the 5 star reviews are fake) is that they gave me a treatment plan saying I NEEDED SIX FILLINGS. I decided to use my girlfriends dentist who she always raves about for a second opinion. He said I needed ZERO fillings. He did notice one potential issue which he said could be drilled but instead thought the best course of action was give it til my next cleaning and see how it looked then. It's funny that Dr. Gorelik said that 1 tooth was a "priority" while the others I could do when I had time. This new dentist (Dr. Julien Chen) from the second I arrived was clearly much more professional and caring than Dr. Gorelik at Trident who had become less and less pleasant and warm as the years went by, probably because of the stress of running a less than honest business. I understand this stuff is seemingly common practice these days for dentists to over-treat, but I felt obligated to come to Yelp to hopefully deter the next person like me who is new in town and doesn't do enough proper research to find the perfect dentist. Don't take the word of Dr. Gorelik as gospel at the very least read more

I am actually kind of shocked at how many 5 star reviews there are for this office. I made an appointment for my husband because of all of the 5 star reviews and it has been a huge let down. Though our appointment wasn't with Dr. Gorelik, Trident Dentistry is her practice and office. I found them to be incredibly dishonest. It is just so obvious that the entire practice is set up in a way to churn out the greatest profit rather than the best care. For instance, my husband needed a lot of work done but in scheduling the appointments for the work they would try to sneak in expensive cleanings but under the guise that they were part of the work. Mind you, this is after we already paid an OUTRAGEOUS amount for an "in-depth" cleaning to begin with. We specifically had to go out of our way to cancel the extras they were trying to sneak in. Look, they are a business and I get they need to make money. Most dentists make their money from cleanings, which is why ALL dentists push for patients to come in for so many of them. However, at least they aren't trying to be shady about it. On top of that, every other dentist we have been to has done their best to sit down with us and help us maximize our insurance, while Trident Dentistry used it in the most inefficient way possible. I really hate to call out fellow bruins, but our experience here was honestly upsetting. I am happy we have moved back to Orange County and can now see our original dentist. read more

I've just returned from another pleasant experience at Trident Dentistry. After catching up with Dr. Gorelik, I settled into the chair for my cleaning. And, what, oh my, it's massaging me! How didn't I know that the chairs are massage chairs?! tisk tisk, shame on you for not offering the massage function sooner. I mean, women even pay extra for these things during pedicures. Lol. Anyway, so I searched through Netflix and chose a nice drama. Note: I suggest avoiding comedies -- trying not to laugh (and consequently swallow) while your mouth is full of nastiness is no fun. This was my first cleaning with Ananda. She was very professional and friendly. From the way she spoke, it was clear that she had reviewed my chart history. Plus, I appreciate when service providers who routinely do something still take the time to explain things to patients. Ananda told me to raise my hand if something felt sensitive, asked if I was feeling comfortable with the level of pressure, etc. After the cleaning, we had an informative chat about things like mouthwash (which apparently is overrated), Sonicare toothbrushes, airfloss, and waterpiks. She was very knowledgeable and easy going. I like her. Hands down, best dental office ever! ps. Street cleanings are Thursday & Friday from 8-10 am so it might be tough to find a meter at that time, or just pay for valet. read more

I've been meaning to write this review for a long time, and actually I thought I had because I'd thought about it so much. In a word, Dr. Gorelik is AWESOME. With our move to the Westside we needed a new dentist--a young, state-of-the-art dentist--and Dr. Gorelik fills the bill in spades. I was really looking for the right fit, someone who is up on all the latest technology and techniques. She has wonderful empathy, a new CLEAN office, a super-friendly support staff and she doesn't roll her eyes at me when I go on and on about my teeth. See, I'm am obsessed with my choppers. I am also super-picky about dentists. Well, I've found our new dentist. read more

They treated so we'll. They definitely know what they are doing. Cool thing is that they have Netflix while they work on you.

Came with two front slipped tooth. Thought I need venirs and I wasn't ready spend that kind of money. Trident Cosmetic made quick appointment for me. Elena did excellent bounding job. Now I don't need venirs anymore.) Thank you Elena! You are amazing person and very professional! read more

I came here hoping to find a new dentist, and came across a number of frustrating things that made me feel like my care was not their priority and that I was being slyly cheated out of my money. I was told on my first visit here that I needed 2 fillings (good teeth for years; now I know that the need for fillings can be subjective, so beware), wisdom tooth extraction, and possibly a crown. At first, my cleaning appointment went well and I even thought about recommending people here. Then things turned downhill during my following visits. When I returned after getting my wisdom teeth extracted by an oral surgeon, they did the fillings. Dr. Gorelik was the one who did them. I honestly thought the procedure was over after she injected me with lidocaine since she did not explain to me what she was doing. Turns out fillings are pretty painful and scary since I hadn't had them since I was a child. I was frightened by this experience and her conversing with other staff while doing who knows what in my mouth. Then since I needed further appointments for a crown, there were not once, but two times in which I was called to move my appointment up in the day days before my appointment (pretty much so the dentist could go home early). If you don't want to see me at 4:30pm on a weekday and want to go home, then why say you're open until 7pm? I said I needed to work and I could only come in after but I'd be ok if you rescheduled me, but then they would say to just keep my original time. That just makes me think there was no real reason for changing the time in the first place. This was extremely unprofessional. Next after I got fitted for my crown, they actually lost the crown for a week! The going gets worse, and my patience ran thin with this one- they under-quoted me for my crown and then I had about $350 balance that they want me to pay and said they had no way to know that I had used up my insurance and had this extra charge (but remember they were the same people who suggested I needed all these procedures). I asked them for a paper trail for this number that I had to pay, then the finance guy thought it would be ok to write some random numbers on a sheet (not a spreadsheet) and send it me. I have a record of all this in email form in case they tried to scam me further. I called my insurance and found out the number I owed was not even accurate and they overquoted my balance! Can you imagine? What a headache! They also really pushed me to pay immediately. In the end, I will never come back here and suggest you find a dentist who cares about the patient experience and an office that will be transparent about finances and that's not trying to scam you. Stay away. P.S. The only redeeming thing about this place is Dr. Niki and her bedside manner and the patient receptionist. read more

I was missing a tooth, and had to wait until my Cancer treatments were finished before I could get dental work. I had a bridge put in by Dr. Gorelik, and I was very impressed! She is very precise and focused while doing her work. I had to return a few times to get the bridge feeling perfect, and they never charged me for "touch up" work. Val and Edwin make a great front office duo, checking every insurance question that I posed them. All of the staff is friendly and kind, plus the office has state of the art equipment. read more

I've been going to the same dentist for a long time but finally moved and had to find a new one. This one was close to my place and the pictures of the office online looked nice. It's in an office complex and there is visitor parking in the garage. The place is pretty clean except for the sink they make you spit in. Kinda gross. You can also watch Netflix while they clean your teeth but I thought it was weird and didn't watch anything. This place gets 4 stars for their dental hygienists. They do an excellent job and are very friendly. read more

Love this dentist. Moved offices and the new one is great! They take care of you and always make sure you are feeling great! Love leaving with a clean mouth. read more

If you're looking for a new dentist, I highly recommend coming to Trident! I had bad experiences with the last few dentists I tried in LA and have always dreaded my appointments. My husband and I decided to try somewhere new and I'm so happy we did! Everyone is extremely kind at this office, from the front desk to the techs and hygienists. Dr. Gorelik was wonderful and the hygienists were thorough and gentle. Everyone is friendly and cracking jokes which makes a not so fun appointment so much more enjoyable. You can watch Netflix while they clean your teeth and they have refreshments in the waiting area. I am actually looking forward to my next cleaning! Totally unheard of for me. Excuse me while I go buy a waterpik. Gotta make my hygienist proud. read more

Dr Elaine and her staff provide exceptional service with extremely thorough care. Best teeth cleaning I've ever had, very detail oriented. The front desk staff is also very friendly and helpful handling insurance. Very seamless process, highly recommend! read more

Dr. Gorelik is caring and amazing. The facility has state of the art equipments. I can see my x-ray popping right in front of the computer screen in front of me. I can also see what the Dr. is doing because she has a mini camera that shows me what's going on. I love the online forms that you can fill in prior to the visit. I also love the text reminder for the appointment. Dr. Gorelik gave me very honest suggestions for my treatment plan, unlike some other dentist who suggest you tons of procedures that you don't need because your insurance plan covers it. The hygienist Marisa is the best I ever had. Absolutely gentle and painless. She took time to clean and explain things to me. loved it. Staffs here are also great. Meter parking on Purdue. Valet entrance also on Purdue for $3/hour. read more

Trident Dentistry is a dental dream come true. It's ALL good. If you live anywhere near the west side, make the switch to Trident Dentistry. Tell them I sent you. Dr. Gorelik: Skilled, attentive, great listening skills, flexible on scheduling and great at her job. She saved me from getting a root canal by giving my inflamed tooth time to recover; she made me a protective splint to wear (for free). I was skeptical this would work, but she was right: my tooth's back to normal! Her staff: Engaged, accessible, and generally awesome. Pam is fantastic. I actually enjoy my time in the office - no joke. Pam went way out of her way to figure out how to get as much of my night guard covered by insurance as possible. The office/business process: Modern! It's great to find a doctor who is young enough to embrace new technology and yet old enough to be experienced and skilled. The Trident office is clean and has very new equipment. The dental chairs have a massage feature, they have TVs on the ceiling so you can watch while they work and the x-ray machine hooks directly to a computer so they can show you the results almost instantly on the screen. You can even make appointment requests online and confirm via text message! TIP: Trident validates the garage for your first visit; however, this is not necessary. I have ALWAYS been able to find parking around the corner on Corinth. read more

Just got my brand new crown on and it's fantastic! Dr. Zarabian did a beautiful job. Had a root canal done two weeks ago by Dr. P (evidently his last name is impossible to pronounce) and he was amazing. Explained everything to me, very upbeat guy and extremely good at his work. No more pain! Can't forget Marissa, my hygienist. With her help, my gums and teeth are better than ever. And this was my first time at their brand new office. NICE!! How can it get better? Is it possible to actually look forward to going to the dentist? Hard to believe, but it might be in this case. Thanks Trident! read more

Honestly, I'm overly satisfied with this dentistry. I've had the worst fear of dentist that I avoided them for years. I decided it's bout time to take care of myself again and my coworker recommended this place to me. I was impressed from the beginning. Office is beautiful and provides free beverages to their patients. Staff is beyond friendly. Equipment and entire office is clean and seems up to date! They're very informative and amazing at their work. Highly recommend this place for a great patient experience in all areas a dentistry could possibly provided. read more

The best dentist I've ever been to, by a long shot. Always incredibly professional and kind, using modern techniques to limit any discomfort. Have been going for many years, and constantly recommend Trident to friends. read more

This dental office is worth a shot! I personally like the way my hygienist treats me during my deep cleaning (during the process Anonda is always asking if I'm okay or do I want to watch Netflix! She Constantly stops to ask if I want a break to rest my jaw. She is the reason why I continue to come here. I can't say the same for the reception employees. They are not all attentive (the guy who goes over the insurance plan etc seems too pushy) I don't like to feel like I'm being pressured to pay x amount to fix my smile! At that moment it makes me feel like I seriously need work done. It's not a good feeling at ALL! My hygienist is worth coming 100% she takes good care of me & never makes me feel uncomfortable:) ask for Anonda if you decide to try this place. read more

I cannot begin to express how wonderful this office is! I walked in and was immediately greeted by an incredibly friendly staff. Usually, you find a doctor or dentist you love, but the front office staff isn't always professional. THIS IS NOT THE CASE! The front staff are amazing! Kathleen is always working to make their schedule work with yours and always seems to make it happen! And Edwin will make you laugh and smile the entire time you are checking in. Working with Val on insurance and costs couldn't be easier; she explains everything clearly and makes sure you go home with as much knowledge as possible. In the back of the office, you meet all of the Dentists, Hygienists, and Assistants. Dr. Niki is extremely kind. She was very thorough in her explanations and really compassionate when I expressed my insecurities. I was not the easiest patient as I went back and forth on my decision for Invisalign, but not once did she or her team express impatience or annoyance; I am so thankful. Tina worked on helping me start the process of Invisalign and she went above and beyond making me feel comfortable. She even went out of her way to make sure I left the office feeling good about my smile. Anande did my cleanings and I felt like I was hanging out with a friend the whole time. She is so kind and gently explains every step she is doing. She is encouraging and has a lot of knowledge in her field. I used to fear the dentist but now I have no problem going in. I would recommend this office to everyone. The staff is phenomenal, the chairs are massage chairs, and they let you watch Netflix during the cleanings to distract you so you don't hear the tools as loud. Seriously amazing! read more

I never thought I could say this about a dentist, but I love going to see Dr. Gorelik. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and extremely good at her job. I had pains in two teeth that she corrected with white fillings, despite work from a prior dentist that made things worse. Her office has state of the art technology from close up pictures and x-rays of your teeth shown on a digital screen, to watching Netflix during your appointment to calm your nerves. I especially appreciated the transparency to which she showed me the condition of my teeth. I feel that if previous dentists had done something similar, I would have been so anal to take better care of my teeth that I would never have cavities in the first place. Dr. Gorelik is a little more on the expensive side for her procedures. But you do get the quality that you pay for. I opt to pay for it because in the long term with my old dentist, I would have had to pay big time to fix bad fillings, etc. For health and happiness reasons, I will continue to go with Dr. Gorelik. read more

Fantastic dental office with great staff. Everyone is extremely friendly, professional and accommodating. I've been going to Trident Dentistry for 6 years now after getting a referral from my coworker and have even continued treatment here after moving to the Bay Area 3 years ago. I recently came back to get a broken crown fixed and was very impressed with their new office and how their staff continues to be so welcoming. I like how everyone seems to be In a good mood from the front desk (Val, Kathleen) to Tina, Marisa, Dr. Gorelik and Dr. Nikki. I've never enjoyed getting my teeth cleaned until I had Marisa as a hygienist - she's so thorough. I also love how caring and personable both Dr. Gorelik and Dr. Nikki are! Thanks to Val for answering all of my questions over the years. Highly recommend. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Gorelik's for a few years now, and I've heartily recommended her to friends in the area and co-workers, so it's finally time to share my recommendation and enthusiasm with the Yelp world. I've seen her consistently every 6 months (or more, when I've needed fillings and other exciting procedures) and here are some of the things I appreciate most: *The complete honesty and transparency that she and her staff give me, even bearing with me when I ask to hold off on decisions until I can talk to my husband *Her office is technologically advanced and up-to-date, which is nice when you're used to old-school dentists who do everything by hand *From what I can tell, her prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of care and the office *I can't help it, but I like the little touches -- the water available in the front office, the email reminders/confirmations, THE NETFLIX, the easy-to-understand documentation That being said, there are two things I don't love... *Parking can be a pain, depending on the day. There is often metered street parking (30 minute on one side, 2 hour on the other) but then you have to play the game of how-long-should-I-meter. There's a lot attached to the building, but they don't validate. *I've had some hiccups with the front desk staff... they're always very polite and apologetic when there are mistakes, but wanted to be 100% honest. I've needed different things via email before and had to check in multiple times... or had issues with paying for things, etc. To end on a positive note, my husband's in dental school, so I hear lots of horror stories about other dentists and how dentists may work shadily... so I've waited a LONG time in posting this review... and I can say that I would totally recommend Dr. Gorelik to others. Feel free to PM me with any questions you may have. read more

Very caring, friendly and professional team always with a welcoming smile. Elaine is the best dentist I have found here in LA since I moved from Italy after a disappointmen experience with another dentist. Val and Edgar super sweet and available. read more

I have not had to wait for my two first visits (so far, everything seems great), and I was treated like a friend. I love going to my appointments with Dr. Elaine Gorelik and will recommend it to everybody! read more

Cat is out of the bag on how great Trident Dentistry is given their presumed patient load and glowing reviews, but the accolades are deserved. If I was to imagine the perfect dental experience it would be what Dr. Gorelik's got set-up here I figure. Easy to set-up appointments and payment/insurance, clean and modern facility, skilled and not annoying assisting staff. All the employees I have seen there have been nothing short of excellent. I've had bad experiences with dentists before, mostly because the experience is painful in all facets...but Trident has been nothing but good times, even when it's the bad mouth related times. I trust Dr. Gorelik's recommendations and her staff, and that is all that needs to be said really. Also...they have Netflix for you to watch while you're being worked on. As a somewhat frequent guest, this is much appreciated. I checked out 'Master of None' one time, and watched the entirety of "Reservoir Dogs" over the course of two visits. A dentist with near universal praise? Believe it... read more

I hate going to the dentist. I am deathly afraid of them and their instruments of necessary torture. When I was a little girl, I bit every single one of my dentists before my mom found Dr. Szu. He was the only one I never bit....and now I can add Dr. Gorelik to that super short list. She is amazingly gentle and very honest with her assessment of my teeth. She didn't make me feel bad for neglecting them for years nor did she lecture me. She just told me what we need to do to get them healthy again and got down to the business of caring for my not-so-pearly whites. She possesses an inexhaustible amount of zen-like patience with patients like me and a gentle touch. I'm the kind of dental patient who will start freaking out every time the dentist looks at my teeth. I am a mess by the time they do anything to them. But not with Dr. Gorelik. Maybe it's the fresh flowers decorating the office. Maybe it's the AWESOME NINA (hi, Nina!!!!) and her velvety voice reassuring me that everything's going to be okay and yes, she will coax me around the corner herself if I need her to. In fact, Nina was the reason why I drove all the way to the West side in the first place. I was looking for a dentist that will give me nitrous oxide. Nina told me they don't use it at their office but asked me why I would need it in the first place. When I told her it was because I'm afraid of going to the dentist, Nina spent the next 15 minutes talking to me about Dr. Gorelik and how gentle she is. By the end of my conversation, I felt like I made a new friend....and I was strangely excited to go to the dentist. Weird.... The awesome massaging chair and DVD player are another reason why I love going to the dentist now. They distracted me from whatever it was Dr. Gorelik was doing to my teeth. I just know I was too busy watching "Will And Grace" to obsess over what she was doing to which tooth with whatever tool was currently in her hand. I never thought I'd say I was sad to have my appointment done. I wanted to watch more "Will And Grace" in the comfy chair but somehow I don't think that's an option in the dentist's office. :( I guess this means I'll be really good with taking care of my teeth from now on by making regular appointments! :) read more

I have been a patient of Trident Dentistry for officially over a year. I figured I'd wait until after I had been there awhile to leave a review. I recently came in for a broken tooth (from a filling they did a few months prior), and they were very understanding with my frustration. I was comped the cost of my filling on the price of a crown because that's what was needed with this tooth that day. Dr. Gorelik goes out of her way to be minimally invasive and perhaps this tooth just wasn't up to that tender treatment and needed a crown from the start. On top of that wonderful service, they now create crowns in house and I didn't have to come back a second time. Not everyone is suitable for that type of service of course, but it was a blessing in disguise for me because I live so far away. Cash is paid for my treatments and I feel the services are amazing and the prices are reasonable, so I continue to see Dr. Gorelik to manage my dental care. I took away one star because...well, no dentist will ever get 5 stars from me, LOL and I hate the needle some of the techs use to deaden your mouth. The needle attached to the pump is so much less painful than a hand held syringe (at least for me). I'm not sure why it's chosen over the pump when I haven't seen a logical reason... e.g. bottom gums get the manual syringe, upper the pump syringe... I've had both used on the bottom. Ask for the PUMP syringe if possible, you won't regret it. 5 stars for the array of distractions (computer screens, headphones and massage chairs) to keep your mind off the work being done. read more

First off, I hate the dentist. I am scared of the dentist. Looking at x-rays grosses me out. I'm a "dental chicken." The first (and last thing) you notice about this place is the excellent staff working the front desk. In my experience, an extremely small percentage of staff at dentists' offices are barely capable of wasting oxygen, never mind running an office. The staff follows up, uses "high tech" things like email, is expecting you when you arrive; and all the other good things that come along with providing high-quality service. I needed a deep cleaning and I dreaded it. Everyone was very nice and professional. The chair had a built in massager and I got to watch Netflix, which distracted me enough to block out the mess in my mouth. My experience with Trident has been the best dental experience of my life by far. read more

Absolutely pleasant! Best dentist experience I have ever had! The staff is nice, pleasant, and knowledgeable. Dr. Gorelik was very nice and bright. She also didn't make me feel guilty or lecture me about not going to the dentist on a regular basis. She heard out my concerns and was really informative. Most of the dentist I have gone to seem to have a relationship with my teeth, but Dr. Gorelik made me feel very involved in the process which made it more comfortable. Also, there application is online, so I didn't have to fill anything else while I was there. They are very technology forward, "I will e-mail you or text you". I love that! I feel confident that I am receiving the most advance dental assessment there is today. I will be recommending Dr. Gorelik to all of my friends and family! read more

I arrived at the office a bit cranky because the drive took forever. No matter what I tried, I was hitting traffic. Granted, I think Carmaggedon Part 2 was gearing up. Anyway, the people at Trident Dentistry won me over. I walked into their office thinking I would honor this appointment, but find someplace closer to me, but by the time I left, I knew I would make this my regular spot (until or unless they do something nutty). - They did NOT try to upsell me. My teeth aren't news anchor perfect, so they asked if I've considered braces, but I said "I'm too old for that" and that was the last I heard any cosmetic procedures mentioned. edit: They did recently try to sell me on Invisalign, saying it wasn't just cosmetic, that my teeth were cramped and I needed them to avoid problems in the future. First time I've ever heard this from any dentist, including Trident who never seemed to feel this way before. My insurance doesn't feel this way either, they said my insurance, through the Motion Pictures Editors Guild, a good plan, wouldn't pay a cent for it. It would be over 5000 out of pocket. edit: Also, recently, I went in with a problem, and the dentist basically dismissed what I was saying and suggested the teeth I said hurt in fact didn't hurt, it was other teeth that hurt. The reason why was because the teeth that hurt was the one I had recently got new fillings in, put in by the dentist who didn't believe what I was telling her. It wasn't the most pleasant experience but they took another crack at the fillings for free which was nice although I probably would never go back if they had charged me twice because the fillings were causing quite a bit of pain. - The doctor sat down and explained the x rays to me. It was very informative. She answered my questions. She made all sorts of suggestions. - I went in for a cleaning and they did an incredibly thorough job. I went to a dentist in Larchmont where the dentist herself did the cleaning, while in full make up and with jewelry on, and did it within a blazing fast 10 or 15 minutes. My sister, a hygienist told me never to go back there. This place was thorough. In fact, they broke the cleaning up into two days. All the while, the girl cleaning my teeth lectured me on how to improve my teeth's upkeep. She told me to stop using the floss I was using... suggested a new type of toothpaste... demonstrated how to use my Soniccare more effectively. I felt like I was being lectured to and I absolutely loved that. edit: I am going to keep going here. If anybody from the dentistry is reading this, I'm sorry, but I feel like Yelp is only useful if people give their honest accounts. I resisted editing my post fearing a backlash since I don't plan on finding a new place, but it felt weird to be afraid of my dentist. read more

My husband recently had some dental work done in NY where we live and started to experience intense pain from his bone graft while he was on his work trip in LA. He went to see Dr. Elaine on the recommendation of a friend and she was able to see him right away and correct the awful work he had done in NY. Brilliant doctor and stunning new office! read more

Going to the dentist is never fun. And looking for a new one is an exercise in futility. But when in doubt, consult Yelp. Five-Star Ratings are hard to beat... and here's why Trident Dentistry get such high marks: Dr. Gorelik is a warm, educated & attentive DREAM of a dentist. Quick list of highlights: valet parking, courteous professional staff, hi-tech digital xrays, a VERY THOROUGH (and painless) cleaning in a cushy dental massage chair conducted by an AWESOME hygenist while a netflix movie plays on your own personal tv monitor. Trident has all the latest dental equipment and the office is SPOTLESS modern & streamlined... WIN WIN!!!! Oh yeah, they take Blue SHield Dental PPO. Now I actually enjoy going in for a cleaning. Who knew? read more

So obviously Dr. Gorelik hardly needs someone else to chime in about how great her practice is. The professionalism, the honesty, the painlessness, the Netflix - it's all been covered. Something that hasn't been addressed, however, is a procedure I had her perform recently, which is internal bleaching. I got a root canal on one of my front teeth many years ago, which makes the tooth turn gray from the inside over time. The only way to fix this is to inject a bleach into the inside of the tooth. It can be dicey and doesn't always work, so I was nervous about investing the money. I shouldn't have worried. Dr. Gorelik made this her white (no pun intended) whale. I was told it normally takes two or three sessions, but I ended up going in about EIGHT times. While this is obviously not how I'd prefer to spend my time, she wanted it to be absolutely perfect, and a few of the appointments were just her taking a quick look and deciding we needed to wait until next week to continue. She continuously drilled deeper into the tooth to really reach the right spot, and even made me a molded tray with bleach for EXTERNAL whitening if I needed it (I ultimately didn't) at no additional cost. I was also never billed for more than the initial price discussed. When it was all done, she seemed as pleased as I was. This is someone who takes pride in their work and is really committed to her patients. read more

Best dentist ever! This was my 4th dentist in the last 4 years and I finally found the one. She was able to fix a problem other dentists said would require braces and take 1+ year, and she did it in 2 visits and for about 20% of the prices I was previously quoted. Nice office, clean and new, with a very friendly staff. PS- Relax and watch Netflix while you get the work done, definitely helps pass the time read more

The best dentist I have ever been to hands down. You can watch netflix during your cleaning which is awesome. Everyone is very friendly. Most importantly they are very trustworthy. I never feel like they are telling me I need dental work that I really don't need. read more

I was referred by a few of my co-workers who couldn't say enuf good about this dentist. I am more than happy to agree with any positive assessment she's given. Dr. Gorelick is smart, friendly and fast. She's got great positive energy and combined with the Salsa which is often wafting through the office she creates an environment as pleasant as any dentist's office could possibly be. I'd add that Dr. Gorelick has a great eye for detail and design. My new teeth are beautiful but "naturally" so - fitting the dimensions of my face perfectly. Great dentist.... read more

My life's first five star dentist experience. - No pressure (not a used car salesperson-type in the office) - Smart & friendly team (I learned stuff) - Not a single disgruntled employee (visibly anyway) - All paperwork done on a computer (I didn't have to handwrite a thing) - No waiting (just cruised through the process) - Easy parking (parked my scooter in the building for free) read more