While this is a lengthy review. If you feel your dental care and the costs are important to you,…read morethen I recommend you read the entire thing. This is probably my fourth glowing review for Aliso Creek Dental. I have severe leukemia with spinal cord and neurologic impairments that cause me so much more time to accommodate my dental care without causing intense spinal and and nerve pain in my neck. The dental care is painless. The dental technicians, especially the Sheba, who, I have known the longest, is cheerful and very accommodating. She even remembers things about me and my son from visits a year prior. That is a personal and professional relationship. Transferring me from the wheelchair to the dental chair, and making me comfortable during procedures, allows me to tolerate the consultations and treatments comfortably. What is particularly gracious is that the dentist and staff go out of their way, even to the extent of straining their own backs to accommodate my position in the chair due to leukemia and a severe spinal cord injury. Everyone shows empathy that far greater than the dentists I have seen for over 50 years. I also had the honor and pleasure to have a new dentist associate provide my care. Her name is Ava Manoochen, DDS. Hopefully I spelled her name correctly. I have never had a female dentist before. Now, I prefer one. She greeted me with the most beautiful awe striking smile and her work was flawless and done with consideration to my disability. Even having to twist her back and possibly step on her toes to reach where I could not move. The staff constantly ask how you are doing or if you need a break. With my multiple disabilities, I should ask them the same question. Of course, Sheba, a long time dental assistant, treats me like a relative and not a patient. She knows how to help and does everything to make me comfortable. Everyone's kindness and compassion is real and not rehearsed. It also helps that Aliso Creek Dental has all specialties available in the office. Including a periodontist and oral surgeon. I had an abscessed tooth a few years ago. The periodontist, opened and drained the abscess and did a painless root canal procedure that immediately solved the infection and pain. All on the same day my general dentist at the practice called for the consultation due to my severe pain and risk of sepsis due to my leukemia. I was surprised when my bill was so low. Dentists may seem overpaid. But in reality, the overhead costs make a dental practice nearly impossible to be profitable. Especially when the dental insurance reimbursement is so low and hasn't changed in over 20 years. I am a retired doctor and understand how difficult it is to survive. Especially for new dentists who have to pay off student loans and are forced to work in dental mills and pushed to do unneeded work to receive performance bonuses just to survive. My friends, venture capitalists are buying up medical, dental and veterinary practices and treating the doctors like servants and removing all of their autonomy to provide good and only necessary care. Fortunately, Aliso Creek Dental is privately owned and operated by a dentist couple for several years. I have been a patient of Aliso Creek Dental for many years. They have never recommended dental work that was unnecessary. They do not inflate their fees or attempt to upsell you dental work you don't need for their financial gain. I appreciate them accommodating my appointments on days have the strength to get out of bed. In the past I have needed to cancel appointments due to weakness and severe pain. They never charge me a cancellation fee and never get upset at me for cancelling and disrupting their schedule. The appointment time is the real appointment time. I have never had to wait. When I arrive I am taken back immediately. Behind every well operated business is the owner who deserves special mention. Dr. Mona Saati ( I hope the spelling is correct), is an owner who is personally involved in every aspect of the practice. She is a servant leader and not a ruler. A servant centered leader inspires associates to follow her lead and the associates are happy to do so. A ruler forces the employees to follow strict rules and shows no grace. Her sort of servant centered leader creates happy employees who share their happiness with patients. I was a doctor who had over 250 employees and 555 elderly residents and patients needing different levels of care. Helping residents, patients and their families be happy and satisfied with care requires employees who are served by their leader and not ruled. They pass this service mentality to their patients. This the story of Aliso Creek Dental that I am honored to tell. Bless you all for your service to the community. With gratitude, Dr. Steven Ross

My experience was extremely positive. The staff was thorough and informative and spoke about my…read morefuture dental plans like true medical professionals. I trusted their expertise, and I did not feel sold on their care. I highly recommend this dental group, and I'm glad I found an organization for my future dental health. The layout is also very fancy, and I felt cozy in their waiting room. Also, a big shout-out to Shiva, who made my stay extra comfy.

Nothing but great things to say about this office. I am so thankful to have found a dental office…read morethat is honest and cares about the patients. Daniella is always so kind and great at searching up and explaining all the insurance stuff which I appreciate. The staff is always kind as well! Dr. Crasnean is great. He always explains what the plan is and timeframe so I know what is going on. Overall, so happy to be a patient here. I highly recommend!

I had a filling done today with my regular dentist, Dr. Cornel, and the experience was great. The…read moreprocedure was smooth and professional. I always feel well taken care of. The staff are really nice. Thank you! Highly recommend.

I had a great experience at this dental office. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and made me feel…read morecomfortable from the moment I walked in. I came in for a cleaning and X-rays as part of getting a night guard, and everything was handled smoothly and efficiently. The team was thorough, explained each step clearly, and answered all of my questions. Overall, excellent service and a very positive visit. I would definitely recommend this office to anyone looking for quality dental care.

Dr. Maleki is the most awesome dentist in the world and I love him!! I am in healthcare too and I…read moreknow a master when I see one! I am blessed to have him as my dentist and you would love seeing him too!! In health, Dr. Billy DeMoss

If I could give Dr. Mostofi ten stars, I would. I'll be…read morehonest -- I am not an easy dental patient. On my last visit, I was so anxious that before we even got started, Dr. Mostofi took the time to sit with me, talk me through my fears, and make me feel genuinely supported. That alone set him apart. During the procedure, the vibration from the drill became too overwhelming, and I stopped him -- not once, not twice, but eight times. Every single time, without a hint of frustration, he stopped, checked in with me, and waited until I was ready to continue at my own pace. His patience and compassion were extraordinary. By the eighth stop, rather than pushing through, he came up with a thoughtful plan: he rescheduled my appointment, prescribed Valium to help me relax the night before and the morning of the procedure, and suggested I swap my regular AirPods for noise-canceling headphones to block out the sounds that were triggering my anxiety. The difference was night and day. When I came back, we got through the entire procedure smoothly and comfortably. I left that chair feeling proud of myself -- and that's entirely because of the care and creativity Dr. Mostofi brought to my situation. The office staff deserves just as much praise. They are warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with a genuine smile. I cannot recommend this office highly enough. If you've ever avoided the dentist out of fear or anxiety, Dr. Mostofi is exactly the doctor you've been looking for. He doesn't just treat your teeth -- he takes care of you as a whole person.

First of all, I walk in and Weezer is playing. The team there is friendly, helpful, knowledgeable…read moreand just lovely!! Then there is the rockstar Dr Mostofi. I brush and floss because his enthusiasm with my teeth is like a personal coach. He never overcharges, is honest and guides me on present and future dental habits and tips. I have referred so many people to him with absolute trust and they ALL thank me. I actually look forward to going in and how many people can say that about their dentist?!

Been going to Dr. Moreno for 15 years. He did my veneers over a decade ago and I still get…read morecompliments to this day. No issues of them ever coming off. A post just cracked on a crown he did 12 years ago. I went in and was done within 1 1/2 hours. Friendliest staff, best dentist, state of the art office. Highly recommended!!!

Rare to find such a thorough conservative dentist that takes such care with his patients. I am so…read morevery glad to have found Dr. John Moreno. Fantastic first appointment, no guilt or shaming for neglecting to floss. Such a kind man and so is all of his staff. He walked me through the X-rays, and explained what he would be keeping an eye on. He is trustworthy - no cavities. The pain I am experiencing is due to grinding as I suspected. He gave me cream to apply to help calcify the sensitive areas and I will get fitted for a night guard. Compare that to a year ago when I saw a different dentist that claimed I had several cavities and needed crowns etc and deep cleaning under anesthesia or I would lose my teeth. No question John Moreno is an honest, excellent dentist who treats you like family and looks to the best results for his patients. I have very sensitive teeth when it comes to cold air. They accommodated my need to avoid that part of the cleaning, and I am so grateful. Truly the best dentist I have ever had. and I have had a couple great ones over 60 years of living so the bar was high and he surpassed it. Love the staff, they are also very skilled in their position. Highly recommend Dr. Moreno.

Dental work is extremely efficient, thorough and all steps explained…read more Professional team and all staff is very knowledgeable and courteous. Very pleased with all my visits with Dr. Preda and her staff at Aliso Viejo Dental on Aliso Creek Rd in AV. D. McGinn

I selected Aliso Viejo Dental as my primary dental services early this year, and had my initial…read moreappointment in March. I was told I needed a deep cleaning, I agreed. However, the treatment paper I was asked to sign had not only deep cleaning D4341,but also D4381, applying some medicines on specific teeth. My insurance does not cover. I need pay myself. I asked to get an insurance authorization before proceeding. By this insurance recommended procedure, at least I may know whether the charge is reasonable. They got mad saying getting insurance approval is wasting time, the approval process will take at least 3 months. Actually I did similar process, it may get approval in less than a week. The patient can even get approval faster by calling insurance directly. I was rejected to do even the agreed deep cleaning, by a weird excuse: the insurance will not give us money. It was way beyond my understanding. Later on I figured out, Delta Dental will pay the primary dentist by flat fees according to the number of patients. Some dentists may consider the procedures are not profitable enough. Based on those experience, I don't seem to have many choices but switching out this dental services.

I have been a patient of Dr. Murray for over 20 years, and I couldn't be happier with the care and…read moreresults I have received. Years ago, I told Dr. Murray that I wanted beautiful, white teeth like Paula Abdul's--perfect, but still natural-looking. He listened carefully and made my dream smile come true. My veneers look amazing, natural, and fit my face perfectly. Even after all these years, I continue to receive compliments on my smile and how white and beautiful my teeth look. Dr. Murray is not only an excellent dentist but also a true artist. His attention to detail and commitment to his patients are exceptional. I am so grateful for the confidence he has given me through my smile. Thank you, Dr. Murray, for your outstanding work and for taking such great care of me over the years. I highly recommend you to anyone looking for a talented and caring dentist! Emmylou C.

Can I say that I've had the best experience of my life (so far, now into my late 50s) with going to…read morea dentist's office? How could I have possibly known that having my teeth examined and cleaned can be a pleasant, even enjoyable, event? You know how it goes for many (most?) of us. We default to the assigned dentist in network with our insurance; that's what I've always done. In this new year 2026, I switched dental insurance plan, from PPO to HMO, and was bracing myself for a lower quality of service. My insurance company maybe randomly assigned a dentist to me, who knows what the algorithm does, and I was assigned Dr. Robert Murray. I called to make an appointment and got one with Dr. Elizabeth Le - in less than a week from the call! I couldn't believe this, because all my other previous dental appointments were a month out or more. Day 1: Dr. Elizabeth Le and assistant Casie took so many x-rays and photos of my imperfectly aligned teeth, like three times more than I've ever had for decades. Then, they clearly explained the status of my teeth. Good thing I have decently healthy teeth. Whew. We had fun conversations too; we all love our steak medium rare, thank you very much. Though my teeth are not perfect, so 3 suggestions were given. They were reasonable; I didn't feel pressured. (aside: though, reading many of the negative Yelp reviews, others did have uncomfortably bad experiences with financial costs & billing etc. Inexplicable how the same office staff would treat me well but someone else not so much) Before I left, I scheduled my next appointment, for teeth cleaning, and surprise surprise, I got a time slot the very next day! Day 2: I got my teeth cleaned by hygienist Gisselle. Before this year, all my teeth cleanings were done by the denitst. Didn't know that a hygienist could clean my teeth; and she did it so adeptly, mentioning that she's been working there for over 12 years. I was braced for drama. My fate was in her hands, because she alone would determine whether or not if I needed deep cleaning at extra charge. Gulp. Oh what a relief, She pronounced that deep cleaning was not needed. Hallelujah! Until next time.

Read poor reviews before coming here. I recently visited this dental office after being referred…read morethrough Covered California. The office itself was clean and the dental assistant was kind and helpful. My initial exam and X-rays showed no major issues--no cavities, just a need for a standard deep cleaning and possibly minor gum work on one tooth. During the visit, we even discussed a longer-term plan that included orthodontic treatment (braces), which I was open to pursuing. However, my experience completely changed when I was brought to discuss treatment and pricing. I was presented with a plan totaling around $3,500, with approximately $2,500 out of pocket. This included multiple visits and a "laser treatment" at each appointment that was not covered by insurance. When I asked if a standard deep cleaning (which I've had done before without laser treatment) was an option, I was told that this was my only option. No one consulted the dentist or explored alternatives, and I was not given any explanation as to why a standard deep cleaning could not be performed. I was essentially told this was the treatment plan and that if I didn't agree, I could go elsewhere. I'm 33 years old and fully capable of understanding my treatment options, but I felt talked down to and dismissed rather than engaged in a clear, respectful discussion about care choices. Because of this experience, I no longer feel comfortable moving forward with additional treatment plans here, including braces, as I now have concerns about being upsold on procedures that may not be necessary. I have no issue paying for necessary treatment, but I do expect transparency, explanation, and options. Being presented with a costly, non-covered add-on as the only choice without justification is not acceptable. I left feeling upset and uncomfortable and will be seeking care elsewhere. I would encourage others to ask questions and consider getting a second opinion before agreeing to treatment here.m added photo for reference

Very unprofessional. I was continuously pressured into spending my own money that my insurance…read moredidn't cover and it was very insulting to keep telling them "I don't have the money for that". It was like they wanted to scare me into buying the implant. They told me "if you would've done this when we said u should've you wouldn't need all this work" when they clearly knew I didn't have the money. Very uncomfortable and also they let their assistant do surgery which maybe that was just for me because they knew I wasn't gonna spend money because I literally don't have it. They are very hungry for money so just beware! U might end up with problems you didn't have before

I had an issue with my initial appointment but Dr Harb and the office staff were very professional…read moreto contact me quickly to help resolve the matter. I sincerely appreciate that and am pleased with the result. Dr Harb is professional, affable and takes her time to explain everything and ensure you are happy with the results. She makes going to the dentist a positive experience. I highly recommend her!

Honestly I don't know if they are good or bad people - my recent experience outweighed the positive…read moreexperiences. If you want your appointmentssssss (multiple) cancelled because it's not financially beneficial for their surgeon to show up for work, come here. If you like having to repeatedly request if your $1,060.60 they charged you to HOLD an appointment THEY cancelled, come here. Or don't. it's your choice. I choose not to go back. Thank you Xavier for cleaning my teeth very well though !

Love this office and Dr. Riggs ! Dr is friendly and takes his time with you ! The office staff is…read morealways pleasant and helpful .

Hands down the best dental care that I've ever received. I been a patient for 5 years now and I own…read moremy beautiful smile all to the awesome team. All the staff from the front office to the back end they are the nicest people who make the experience a good one. Thank you