As usual, this establishment gets an easy five stars! The care they give is excellent! Love the girls at the front, always nice and professional. The doctors assistant, Hector is always nice and caring. Doctor Jovicich has always been kind and professional. He has done multiple root canal procedures on me and as always it's pain free. He's a master at his craft. He has a fantastic personality and listens to his patients concerns. Need a good endo for a root canal then this is definitely the place to go! read more

I ended up in Dr. Jovicich's chair after being referred to him by my general dentist. She was unable to determine the cause of the pain in my molar. To make a long story short: Dr. Jovicich is top notch. After studying the X-ray he found a small fracture in the tooth and determined that the tooth had developed a minor infection. The root canal was done in minutes - less than 45 minutes - maybe only a half hour! Sometimes when you watch someone work you just know that they know what they're doing as they plug away without hesitation. This was one of those times. It was like watching Bob Ross paint happy little trees or Edward Scissorhands cut hair. I highly recommend Dr. Jovocich for your Endo needs although this is also a situation where I don't necessarily want to be back in his chair anytime soon, if you know what I mean. But I feel confident and relieved that if I do need a root canal I'm going back to see him and his awesome staff. Good day! read more

I was referred to Dr. Barry Vilkin by a dentist in the same building.. He looked at the X-Ray and confirmed that I was right about the molar that needed a root canal, as the nerve was dying. I was lucky that they an opening the next day, otherwise I had to take strong medication to ease my tooth ache. I was very calm until I entered the room and felt very nervous, I have no idea why, maybe because I haven't had a root canals to often, but as soon as the doctor entered the room I was calm, like a sea. He mad me feel very confident and I feel so relaxed that I almost fell asleep during the procedure. It was a great choice to go to Dr. Vilkin and in 2 weeks I wink be done with that trouble causing tooth. read more

I was referred by my primary dentist - Dr. Robert Cohen in Sherman Oaks (amazing, if you need primary dental care!) - to Dr. Barry Vilkin at West Valley Endodontic Group to work on a root canal for roots that had calcified. I've always hated dental work, because it's been such a huge trudge for me ever since I was a baby, but I have to say that I'm so happy to have come across West Valley and Dr. Vilkin! I went in for two appointments to get this pretty invasive root canal done, and it was such a fantastic, smooth experience. The people in the front-of-house at the office were wonderful and helped me work out a payment plan over a couple of months, and were also very sensitive to all the dental fear that I had. Dr. Vilkin was great when it came to going over my dental history and plan with my primary, and he was also extremely sensitive to the concerns I had re: dental pain, treatments, after-care, etc. I really enjoyed him and you can tell her truly cares about the work he does. Even more so, his assistant Rosa is an absolute gem. I worked with her the most 1-on-1 and have never had someone in the dental world understand my concerns as much. I usually have a pretty bad gag reflex, for example, and relayed this to her, and she had a number of tricks of the trade/small exercises that helped me get thru the worse of x-rays, the procedure, etc. She also was very concerned about making the whole experience feel much less clinical, and much more spa-like--and it really was! Even though it was a somewhat tricky root canal. Hoping I don't have to go back too often to get invasive work done, but I definitely feel comforted knowing that Dr. Vilkin and his team are there if I need them. read more

I just want to tell everyone that having a root canal is NOT scary if done by Dr Jovicich!! This was my first time going to this office, on a recommendation, and I couldn't be happier. Dr Jovicich makes you feel comfortable from the get go, and explains everything to you as he goes along. He put me at such ease, that I was fighting to stay awake during the procedure. The experience was that good. The only reason I didn't fall asleep was because I was worried I'd shut my mouth on his fingers, and instruments. His staff is terrific. Allison, who greets you, is so happy and funny, that it's a pleasure. Hector, the dental tech is such a nice guy, that I'm sure under his mask he's constantly smiling (you know how you can hear someone smile). Anyway, a great experience. I can't wait for more root canals!!!! Joking. Thanks Dr Jovicich, and crew. read more

I was referred here by my awesome dentist (Dr. Hanigan in the same building) and had the pleasure of interacting with Alison, Marlene, and Rosa between my phone calls and my consult visit with Dr. Vilkin. I received prompt phone call back regarding my tooth, and I am almost sorry I won't need a return visit because all four were just so genuinely lovely people while being efficient and professional! Would highly recommend! read more

This practice group is phenomenal, from the front office staff, technicians to the dentists! Dr. Stein did my root canal. When one says root canal, you don't think the most pleasant of thoughts. But my procedure was the most pleasant dental experience of my life. The nearly silent drill was painless. Dr. Stein had me out of there very quickly. This may sound unbelievable but I experienced ZERO pain and/or swelling after the root canal. So thank you, Dr. Stein! read more

He sucks and rips you off $250 for a CT scan when Dr. Nourian in Sherman oaks does it for free on your first visit.

Front office staff Alison was super friendly and organized (all paperwork prepped and waiting for me), Hector did painless ex-rays, and Dr. Jovicich was pain-free in every way, including super-high-ethics (no unnecessary procedures or unnecessary billing which is a rare thing in the 'business' of medicine these days). Lucky day for me: only ex-rays, no root canal necessary. Dr. J explained everything including what to look for if a root canal ever is necessary, while begin friendly and funny and reducing my distress. I recommend Dr. J and the supporting staff. read more

If you need a root canal this is the office to go to. The entire staff are friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, efficient and they put you at ease from the time you walk in the door. I highly recommend them. read more

Awesome! Hands down best dental procedure ever! Dr jovichich, Hector, front desk ladies, all amazing!! Never thought root canal can be easy, pain less, fast and pleasant. Front dest staff were warm and welcoming, hector prepped me for consultation and procedure with ease and comfort . Dr jovichich is highly skilled, (injection , literally pain free) .. he has sense humor ,down to earth, talks to you through entire procedure. Most importantly, sensitivity and pain of my molar is gone! Highly recommend!! read more

I LOVE Dr Jovicich and his staff. If you ever need a root canal he is your doc. I swear I did not feel one bit of pain (I have more pain getting my teeth cleaned). The whole experience was such a pleasure. Dr Jovicich explains the whole process in detail and has terrific bedside manner. And at the end of the procedure they give a rose. They also validate parking. Again I highly recommend Dr. Jovicich and his team should you ever need a root canal. read more

This place is amazing! From the office staff to the doctors. Called Monday morning and the office staff made every effort to get my boyfriend in right away for an emergency root canal. They had him in the chair within two hours of the call!!! After the many months of boyfriend dealing with this tooth pain, I'm so happy To finally see him back to normal! If I ever need a root canal I'll be going here for sure!! Thanks to this amazing practice for getting my boyfriend back to normal!!! read more

I LOVE this office-every part of it. The staff are top notch, the office is clean. Scheduling is easy and efficient-and I love Dr. J-who is charming as well as an excellent dentist. Very kind in every way-they really do care about their patients. read more

I love the people that's running this clinic starting from the front office with Marlene and Alison. They both make you feel at ease and helpful. The ambiance of the place is excellent. Hector who perhaps has a tougher job for making sure everything is set for the patient and the doctor, he remains professional. Dr. Thomas Jovicich, he is funny, has a great sense of humor and you could tell he knows what he is talking about. He is efficient and he is non sense type of the dentist. He tells you how it is and what you need to do, and I respect that. They are all accommodating. I am always nervous going to the dentist let alone having a root canal done but this group I could exhale I do highly recommend West Valley Endodontic Group. Thank you read more

I am so satisfied with my root canals done by Dr. Vilkin. It was painless and easy. Rosa made it very comfortable she would let you choose music and she would talk to you. They work as a great team! Everyone in the office is very friendly. I am so happy I was referred to this place by Tom Vu. I definitely would recommend this place! read more

Dr. Jovicich was the BEST!!! They got me in same day for a root canal, which to me was super important since i probably would've put it off for A LOT longer and shouldn't have!!! The front desk people were super kind and got me in early and Dr. Jovicich was super kind and A LOT of fun in a crappy situation. He is funny and did a great job, super quick and explains everything to you of what he's doing, but has humor involved too which helped me relax a lot. I HIGHLY recommend this office and Dr. Jovicich! read more

I got referred to this endodontic office by my regular dentist for a specialized root canal. I was nervous, naturally, as I have always hated root canals. I thought it would be horrible and painful. But I was pleasantly surprised. First of all, the office staff was very helpful and friendly. I arrived early, they even offered me a coffee. I have never been asked that at a doctor's office. Secondly, Dr. Jovicich was amazing. He was not only very friendly and put me at ease ahead of the procedure, but also was extremely knowledgeable and an expert in what he does. I felt nothing during the root canal. Not even the numbing injection hurt. I would recommend anyone to Dr. Jovicich, especially if you have a fear of root canals/painful dental work like I did. read more

Dr. Vilkin and everyone in the office is the BEST! From the moment you walk in, they put you at ease. Dr. Vilkin explains everything as he goes so there are no surprises. Next time I need a root canal, there is no way I'm going anywhere else! read more

This place is 1st class! From the administrative staff to the dentist Barry M. Vilkin, my experience was top notch!!! They really put you at ease, and you feel genuinely cared for from the minute you walk into the office to the minute you leave. Highly highly recommended. read more

Just had a root canal- I am not much of a reviewer and if I do it's usually about food. But Dr. Jovicich is the bomb. The entire office staff was incredible. The lovely lady helping him out was really sweet and they both made me feel at ease. We joked, we laughed, he took the root of my tooth out and it was a great time. He knows what he's doing and is quick but is also super personable and SO FUNNY. I hope I don't have anymore tooth issues but my experience was so good I wouldn't even be THAT upset, haha. read more

The office staff is great. They really take care of their patients. They treat them like customers, which they are. I have had Dr. Vilkin perform 3 root canals and they have all gone smoothly and painlessly. While I hope to never have another one, I will return to Dr. Vilkin and his great staff. read more

I recently needed a root canal and never had one before, so I had to find an endodontist. I was referred to Dr. Vilkin @ West Valley Endodontics. I like most do not like going to the dentist but go begrudgingly. Dr. Vilkin and the wonderful staff at West Valley Endodontics changed all that. Rosa his assistant makes sure you are comfortable and that the music playing is what you want to listen to. Dr Vilkin , during the performance of the root canal continually asked if there was there any pain making sure I was comfortable during the procedure. Wow no pain at all and I was one of the lucky ones with 4 roots to clean out. I no longer have that fear of the dentist thanks to Dr. Vilkin and his staff. read more

I've now been here a total of 4 times for two separate root canals. The first time was for an abscess in my sinus cavity. I recently had a new crown put on, unfortunately they were going to have to drill through it. My endodontist, had to go in and actually finish a root canal that my original dentist seven years earlier did not finish since my roots were pretty long. Not only did he save my crown from having to be redone but he help relieve the pain and pressure that the abscess was causing and fully completed the root canal. Its been about 6 months and I've had no pain there since. The root canal takes two appointments, the first one most of the work gets done. Then antibiotics settle and about a week later the job is finished. Around February 6th of this year, I was having pain on a tooth right in front of where my root canal was done. After speaking with my regular dentist they suggested that I go back to my endodontist who did my first root canal. His name is Barry Vilkin. Dr. Vilkin was so good with me the first time I wasn't scared to have another root canal done. After checking two of my teeth for sensitivity to cold and pressure he and I both determined that it was one specific tooth that was bothering me and causing headaches. He proceeded to do another root canal On February 12. My dentist which is actually Dr Shapiro's office already had me on antibiotics. Dr vilken is so gentle and really make sure that I'm comfortable. I highly recommend him to all my coworkers, family and friends. I no longer scared of getting a root canal, he makes it feel like nothing. Which my husband laughed at me for. The girls at the front desk are really sweet they also have wifi if you have a phone and nothing to do. Coffee and water is offered in the lobby, and they do usually validate your parking. Also Dr. Vilkins assistant is very sweet she'll choose different music playing in the background based off of your preferences and she always constantly make sure that your comfortable. Unfortunately I cannot remember her name. See you in 6 months for my check up! read more

I visited Dr. Vilkin twice for my cracked teeth. He is very professional and kind. He quickly diagnosed what problems I had, which my dentist for the past 10 years could not identify why I had so much pain. He then in no time communicated my dentist about my problems and made suggestions. His staff is also very nice. The office is clean and validates parking. Everyone works efficiently. I did not have to wait to see the doctor. This is a great office with great customer services. If you want to get your teeth taken care of nicely and you feel good, this is the place to go. read more

I went to see Dr. Jovicich for a root canal and I am very satisfied with his work. Dr. Jovicich and his staff are friendly, professional, and helpful. I hardly experienced any pain throughout the root canal and my experience could not have been any better. The root canal was process was quick and comfortable. read more

What a great experience all around. The staff at West Valley Endodontics goes out of the way to make you feel comfortable. The amazing Rosa is the sweetest person around. We had great conversation while she got me setup for Dr. Vilkin who was as professional and personable as they come. Dr. Vilkin explained what he would be doing and why he did things which made me feel very comfortable. The preconceived notion of the horribly painful root canal is no longer with the awesome crew at West Valley Endodontics.. P.S. I am still working on a picture of my 15LB dog riding in a saddle on the back of my 118LB dog for Rosa. We got into a discussion around Halloween time and she said that she would love to see a picture of it so it became my goal to try and capture that picture. This just goes to show what a connection the staff makes with their patients. The extra effort is greatly appreciated, thank you. read more

I've seen Dr. Ballen twice for root canals. He is a master at performing it perfectly without any pain. Also, he was able to see a very small 4th root that my general dentist hadn't seen. Sure it's expensive, but well worth it read more

Okay, so today was a day full of dental visits. I've been in pain for three weeks and finally mustered the courage to call Dr. Jovicich. Marlena was amazing! Absolutely amazing! They got me in for a consultation within a couple of hours and then Dr. Jovicich performed the root canal as my nerve was severely inflamed and inciting referral pain throughout my face. He was so personable. They were very attentive and made sure I was comfortable and even gave me a blanket. I'd never had a root canal but if I ever need another... I will return here. I am grateful to have had such a wonderful doctor and support team delivering such top notch care. read more

Had a terrible toothache, I was told to come right over and I would be taken care of and my toothache addressed. From the moment I walked in the door, I was treated with such professionalism, in a caring and friendly manner. I was so comfortable discussing my options. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! read more

Dr. Ballen and the entire staff is amazing. I went in with horrible tooth pain in need of a root canal. Needless to say, after all the things I've heard about root canals I was nervous. But not only did they put me at ease but the procedure immediately eradicated the pain. And you know what, the procedure itself was no worse than a common filling. The doctor and his staff were kind, friendly, professional and I can't recommend them more. read more

A big thank you to Dr. Ballen and his team! Everyone in the office is a professional...nice...helpful...ALWAYS. And Dr. Ballen is the best there is! read more

Dr. BALLENS AND HIS STAFF ARE AWESOME. I had two root canals there. DR. Ballens made me feel comfortable and pain free. I was very afraid of the experience, but I was made so comfortable I actually enjoyed going there. Very clean and professional environment. Thanks for everything. read more

For all the talk of painful root canals, Dr. J made sure I felt none. I've had two root canals here and without any pain. You could not ask for a better experience (obviously it's not a great day for you since you are looking up people to do root canals). The office staff are great and got me in the same day. I was out if the door in under two hours each time with my root canal completed. Just go. Trust me. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Vilkin's for the last few years. While it's never fun to have as many root canal's as I've had, the entire team at West Valley Endo definitely make it as painless as possible! read more

Dr.Jovicich and his staff were great. I've never had a root canal procedure done before so i was a little nervous. Dr.Jovicich explained everything which helped me to understand what to expect and not feel to anxious. the work was almost pain free and only took an hour. I've had cleanings hurt more. if you need a root canal Dr. Jovicich fantastic. read more

This office is the best! Dr. Vilkin is patient. He explains everything. He tells you how much longer the procedure will take. I did not have an infection but over the course of the last year I had two teeth break from old cavities. Dr. V did both. No problems! If you have to have a shot he gives a great one. The office is immaculate. The staff is wonderful. You get to select the music you like and their chairs are very comfy. His assistant Rosa is beyond great. She is calm and very attentive. The front office ladies are also spectacular! I highly recommend this office!! Ladies, when you leave they give you a rose or some sort of treat. Very cool! The best dental experience ever! read more

Run, don't walk to this wonderful office. I have had extensive dental work done over my lifetime, so I consider myself an expert on Quality of Care. I just had a root canal performed by Dr. Jovicich and it was completely painless including the novocaine injections. I felt no pain at all during the procedure. He and his staff are great and do not recommend unneeded extras nor did they charge more than quoted. They were able to quote me the exact out of pocket I would have to pay over the phone. One visit to meet him, have the exam and the root canal. Very little discomfort following and my pain is GONE! read more

I was a first time patient at the West Valley Endodontic office I can't tell everyone how amazing and awesome this office is. The staff is so very caring and friendly they put their patient's at ease as soon as they walk in. Dr. J. did my root canal he was so caring and gentle and went out of his way to be sure I was comfortable and pain free even Days after the procedure. I am Rhona Bertges and I wrote this review. read more

I had a root canal with Dr Jovicich. I am one of those who is petrified about these kind of things, but was referred by my excellent dentist, Dr Drossman, so felt like I was in good hands. Dr Jovicich is so kind, gentle, understanding of people with dental fears. This root canal was as good as it gets! Other than a little discomfort from the numbing shot, I felt NO pain. I am 100% pleased! The office is so fabulous, after the root canal, I had discomfort in the area with the temporary tooth, while awaiting the crown. (I had the tooth filled at my dentist after the root canal, this proved not to be successful) Several months later, I went back to Dr Jovicich, to have the tooth checked, not only did they not charge me, but he called and consulted with my dentist to give me the best care. I am so very impressed with this office and Dr Jovicich, I will not go anywhere else for I am sure after their excellent care, any other endodontist office would be a major disappointment! read more