Bertie is a fabulous hygienist. She does a very thorough job…read moreof cleaning my teeth. And, she makes each visit entertaining with her stories.

This place is a gem. I've had my teeth examined and cleaned for decades. So many newer dental…read moreoffices act like plastic surgeons, insisting on services my insurance will not cover but are somehow necessary. This is upselling and it's an incredible annoying cheap ploy for a dentist to compensate what insurance does not cover. The office of Dean Nguyen isn't like that - they're old school. They make sure my teeth are healthy, thoroughly examined, and properly cleaned. No added b.s. that I never asked for. All the staff here are great to work with. Diana was my hygienist recently, and she clearly enjoys her job and working with patients. As so many others here have stated, I highly recommend and endorse this dental office.

Very kind staff. I came here to get retainers and Dr. Fred made sure to point out any concerns he…read moresaw in my scans. Fair pricing as well! No upselling or feeling rushed out to get to another patient. I highly recommend.

Just came back from my dental cleaning and, as always, this practice exceeded my expectations. I…read morehave high anxiety with dental procedures, but everything was completely painless. My hygienist was amazing and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. The doctor and staff are incredibly kind and supportive. Hands down the best dental practice!

Pelin and team are awesome. They always take great care of my teeth, are very practical around…read moreprocedures and on time!

Love going here for my dental work, always met with friendly staff and excellent care. Everything…read moreis organized and the level of detail is great. Shout out to Selena for last working on me! She's very thorough and attentive yet gentle which I appreciate :) Dr. Lisa is amazing and definitely has a wonderful team with her!

On the real: best dentist I've ever been to. Listened to my concerns, and I mean listened to them,…read moreand got shit done. Doesn't do crazy stuff like my last dentist did. Very personable and epic bedside manner, called me back and even texted when I couldn't speak on the phone when I was confused on something. Deserves more than 5 stars but it's the highest I can put. 10/10 will use again!

Have to say this is my go to dentist from now on. Albeit I've paid a good amount out of pocket…read morehere, the dentist here Dr. Refahi is honest and is the dentist you'd want doing your dental work. I've never felt he's upsold me on work and the procedures he has recommended actually saved me from long term issues. Staff has always been friendly and accommodating.

I've been a patient at Bella Vita since 2019. For years, I raved about their services…read more Unfortunately, that's no longer the case. At my last cleaning, I was repeatedly pushed toward a deep cleaning I didn't want or need. It took three firm "no" responses before the receptionist finally dropped it. I went into my most recent appointment already hesitant, and to no surprise, the same thing happened again. This time, I confronted them about it and ultimately walked out without receiving the cleaning I scheduled. Their entire process seems to have been reversed. What used to be: X-rays cleaning recommendations has become: X-rays gum measurements a sales pitch for $3,000+ worth of treatment pressure to commit before receiving the service you came in for. After I told the receptionist I simply wanted the cleaning I had scheduled, the hygienist came in and immediately asked, "What's your hesitation?" That felt less like patient care and more like a sales tactic. When I voluntarily schedule and pay for a dental appointment, I expect to receive the service I came for - not a high-pressure sales pitch. I will not be returning, and I will not be recommending Bella Vita. What was once a practice with great service and kind people now feels more like a dental dealership focused on upselling before patient care. It's a shame. You had something good, and you squandered it.

After reading some of the other reviews, I realized I wasn't alone in my experience. I recently…read moremoved out of state and started going to Bella Vita. As soon as I arrived, they told me I suddenly had multiple cavities and needed a crown. For context, I've always been strict with my dental hygiene--regular appointments, flossing daily, no pain, and my previous dentist rarely found anything wrong. Because I take my dental health seriously, I told them to proceed with whatever treatment they believed was necessary, but only if they confirmed everything with my insurance first. They assured me it was all covered, so I went ahead with the fillings and crown. After the work was done, I was suddenly told that my insurance didn't cover everything, and I was left with a $1,000 bill. They offered a $150 discount, which felt dismissive. It's clear they don't prioritize patients and will find ways to overcharge. UPDATE: I have recently been in contact with their practice manager, Bree. She is currently assisting me with my account and the amount owed that was sent to collections. She let me know that she could see the discrepancies and is A assisting me with the amount owed and removing it off of collections. Given my experience, she has been very helpful and extremely communicative which has allowed me to change my review.

Quick appointment, no upsell pressure. Hygienist was gentle and the dentist explained everything…read morebefore doing it. Office is clean, wait time was short. Only gripe is parking fills up fast. Good spot if you hate the dentist but need one anyway.

Let me start by saying this office is probably fine for routine cleanings and cavities. I don't…read morethink Dr. Qadeer overdiagnoses, and I genuinely wanted to like this place. About two months ago, I had a crown done that I definitely needed. Before the procedure, the only risk discussed was the possibility of needing a root canal because the decay was close to the nerve. I wish there had been a more thorough conversation about the crown process and potential complications beforehand. During the crown prep, I was surprised at how quickly Dr. Qadeer worked. I assumed maybe he was just very experienced, but in hindsight I think the procedure may have been rushed. Two weeks later, I still had pain and inflamed gums when I went in for the permanent crown. I was given a mouthwash that helped, the crown was placed, and I was told everything looked fine. About a month later, I returned for a cleaning and called ahead to say I was still having pain and wanted the tooth checked again. After another X-ray, Dr. Qadeer told me I needed surgery to lengthen the bone because the crown was not sealed correctly. I was shocked. He then claimed this had been discussed beforehand, which it had not, and said he hadn't mentioned it earlier because he wasn't sure until seeing the new X-ray. Quadeer blamed my anatomy not his work for the issue. He later offered to redo the crown at no cost. I reached out to two close friends from college who are dentists -- one an endodontist and one a general dentist who does crowns regularly. Both felt the tooth was likely a difficult case but that surgery sounded excessive. They also pointed out that the issue on the X-ray was already visible when the crown was originally cemented. We decided I should see an endodontist they recommended and trusted. He performed the root canal and prepared the tooth for a replacement crown, since doing additional work on the original crown would likely continue irritating the tooth. I then returned to Dr. Qadeer to redo the crown. During that visit, he still would not take accountability for what happened. He repeatedly said he didn't want to work on my tooth if I didn't trust him, which made the interaction uncomfortable. How could I fully trust him at this point? My permanent crown was delivered this week, and my dentist friends said it looks perfect. I do think Dr. Qadeer is capable of good work. My issue is more with how this situation was handled. If he had simply acknowledged it was a difficult case and said the crown needed to be redone, I would have understood. Instead, the responsibility was consistently shifted to my anatomy or to "not seeing it" earlier. Dentistry requires a great deal of trust, and once that trust is lost, it's hard to regain. I appreciate that he offered to redo the crown at no cost, but overall I left disappointed. My impression is that he prioritizes quantity over quality and that can become a problem when a case requires more time and attention.

I have seen many dentists over the years but, this was a pleasant experience. (which few can say…read moreabout a dental visit). Staff was warm and accommodating and Dr DeMeyer explained what he needed to do today and in the future. I was impressed

Another day, another dental visit! I went in for my regular cleaning. I also received x-rays today…read more Everybody was very helpful (Connie, Debra & Dr. Noris) and my teeth are squeaky clean. I know everyone doesn't love going to the dentist, but I never fear coming here. I recommend this Dental group without reservation. Peace.

10/10 experience! Dr. Nina Mojaver is the absolute best. I got composite veneers done about 15…read moreyears ago and it was time for them to be replaced. During my consultation, Dr. Mojaver gave me options and let me know what would bring me the best results. We did zoom whitening, replaced my 2 old veneers with new composite veneers and filled in the black triangle & gap between my centers. I am overly joyed and satisfied with the results. She is going to make sure your smile is basically perfect before you get out of the chair as she is very detail oriented. Dr. Mojaver is extremely skilled, professional and personable. All of the hygienist are skilled and knowledgeable as well. The front desk staff was also very helpful. One thing I noticed is how encouraging the staff is to one another. There were several times where I would hear "great job" or "nice work." That is a positive work environment. I would recommend this dental office a thousand times over. Thank you to everyone who helped bring my dream smile to life, so perfect and natural. The 1-star reviews posted here are NOT AT ALL reflective of the experience that I had at Fifth Ave Dental Arts. I almost let those reviews deter me, but I'm glad I didn't. Go and experience for yourself.

I've been coming to this dental office for the last three years and sadly besides an awesome,…read morepolite and punctual hygienist, there is nothing else to seek there. Once I switched for Fifth Avenue to be my main dentist office, I was persuaded that my old crown was pushing on my gums creating bleeding. I was told I needed to remove an old crown and swap it out for this modern crown they offer. Honestly, I did not have any discomfort with my gums and crown has been there for over 10 years, but doctor was insistent it needed to be changed, so I obliged. Surely enough, this "new" and "much needed" crown breaks IN HALF two years later. So much for my terrible old crown that actually lasted 10 years. I got back to the office to fix my half broken crown that they installed and was informed that my insurance would not be covering this expense due to very little time lapsed. And office's warranty is only a year. So they attempted to charge me almost $1,000 out of pocket for SOMETHING THEY MESSED UP. I declined this and mentioned that I do not believe it was fair and they dropped the price to $400. I fully understand if I go to any other office, my insurance won't cover the expense because this unprofessional office exhausted my insurance so I did not have much choices here (unless I wanted to walk around with half broken tooth). I still do not believe what they did to me is fair and would love to see the refund for the terrible job they have done at the first place. Oh and on top of that doctor was 40 minutes late for the appointment and I spent over 2.5hours just to get a temporary crown done. Come on guys

I've gone here for a couple of years now and I've really enjoyed the experience. Their office is…read moreclean, neat, and staff is professional while friendly. Some places in San Diego I've been to have been pretty harsh when cleaning my teeth or they try to sell a lot of services to me unnecessarily. I really appreciate how this office does none of that, but I've had a really pleasant experience where my teeth cleanings feel fine afterwards yet well cleaned. Very happy with Dr. Tran and Michael

I had an amazing experience at Origin Dental. The entire staff is friendly and welcoming, and…read moreespecially Veronica, Or name that starts with a V. (I'm so bad with names lol) But, She was exceptional from the moment I walked in. On only my second visit, she remembered me by name, which made me feel genuinely valued as a patient. She frequently checked in to see if I needed a break, offered me a blanket and a warm wet towel to make me more comfortable, and even went over post-crown care instructions in case I forgot anything after my appointment. Those little touches made a huge difference. Dr. Tran is also fantastic. He's friendly, highly skilled, and works efficiently without making you feel rushed. I always dread the numbing injections because they're usually the worst part for me, but he made them surprisingly painless. While administering the injection, he used his other hand to gently wiggle the surrounding area, which distracted me from the needle and made the whole process much more comfortable than any dental work I've had in the past. Another huge plus is that they offer same-day crowns, so there's no need for a temporary crown or a second appointment. That convenience alone is a game changer. As someone who has had several root canals over the years and genuinely hates going to the dentist, I can honestly say this office changed my perspective. The care, comfort, professionalism, and technology made the experience far better than I expected. I highly recommend Origin Dental to anyone looking for a dental office that truly puts patients at ease.

Outstanding first dental visit at Dr. Manolescu's office, I'm super impressed! I was greeted by…read morenice receptionist and received notably thorough care during my visit. I had clear x-rays taken carefully and carefully reviewed by Dr. Manolescu, finally an incredible dental cleaning. The care tips provided by the hygeneist were detailed. I am beyond impressed and feel so lucky to have this great dental care. For my first visit I am extremely confident that I am in the best of care with Dr. Manolescu's office. They are very skilled in dentistry.

After being diagnosed with sleep apnea and not being able to use a CPAP, I knew who I'd ask for…read moreadvice on alternatives. I knew she'd be worth the 2 hour trek from Pasadena. Not surprisingly, her office is still super clean and organized. It had been a few years since I last visited. She also uses the latest and greatest equipment which even my dentist in Pasadena doesn't have or use. Dr Adina presented me several choices to help me with my sleep apnea (Somnomed, TAP and Panthera). Ended up deciding on the Panthera classic. The device is super light and is the smallest amongst the other companies. Fitting was straight forward as Dr. Adina took digital impressions which was awesome as I didn't have to have my mouth full of plastic trays and impression material. My dental appliance arrived in less than 2 weeks. Will hopefully be able to create a more peaceful environment so that my wife won't have to sleep next to a "raging bear" at night anymore.