Horrible dragged out experience for me lasting over two months, unsympathetic medical director. Complaints as to how I have been treated only resulted in being abandoned as a patient. No resolution. This has been a very negative and upsetting experience for me. Odd really, as they come so highly recommended by a personal friend. Moving on... read more

I love Cunning dental....I needed a new dentist and found the perfect fit...they are thoughtful, kind, & make going to the dentist enjoyable...they worked with me to solve my issues about going to the dentist and make it as stress free as possible. read more

very very thankful for there professionalism the staff is always great I will return again

I love coming here because the staff (Liz and Krys, along with the nicest receptionists) is so wonderful.. I've been under the care of Dr. Bruce! (The best). They work with issues such as scheduling, fear, and they honor CareCredit. Another thing I love is not only do they take care of my orthodontic needs, but they also do teeth cleaning. Another feature is that they have their own lab on site. If, and I mean if I had to, I mean if I had to absolutely do it all over again, I'd come here!!!! Without a doubt. They are caring miracle workers. read more

Cunning Dental changed my life. What I thought was only in my dreams became my reality. After 20+ years of never being able to smile due to many many factors, I literally woke up with the perfect smile. Dr. Cunning, Dr. Awa, Dora and Liz all sat with me for over an hour to go over every last aspect of the procedure. They answered every single question and brought me so much comfort. I am so glad I put my faith in them and took that leap of faith. Smartest decision I ever made. I highly recommend the 4-in-1 and I highly recommend Dr. Awa for the procedure. She is extremely talented, educated and well informed. Don't wait like I did, get it done!!! read more

Cunning Dental Group - General Dentistry Near Me - Montclair, California

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Went back on Saturday to get my bands changed and the bracket replaced since it broke during my last visit. My yelp concerns were reviewed by cunning dental administration and they waived the charges for the two broken brackets but I will be charged for anymore broken brackets going forward. It's been 48 hours and the bracket they placed on Saturday is still intact. I'm still using a manual toothbrush and my diet consists of shakes and smoothies. Can't wait until I'm able to eat and chew solid foods again. read more

A shout out to Joe Perez, a technician at Cunning Dental. Great service, attention and care. Thank you.

I am a new patient at Cunning Dental, I have been searching for sometime now for a great place to go for my dental work. It is not as easy as i thought searching and tried several different dentists. This was only my second appointment with Cunning Dental and am thrilled I found the place to be. They are very professional and courteous and most important they listen and provide sound advice. I feel comfortable with their practice and doubt I will ever need to leave to find another dentist office.This is coming from me, someone who has spent plenty of time in a dentist chair over the years who knows a thing or two about professionalism. The office staff are very pleasant as well. Cunning Dental is truly a great place and I am very happy to have found them. Dr. Artur, Tiffany, Rhea, Justine, Carol, Sabrina, and others who I have yet to meet. Thank you!! read more

When I called to go get some retainers they said $300 I said okay that's fine I get there then they say $600 I said okay I'll pay half now and then the rest when I pick then up. I show up to pick them up and the totall is $800 lol f*** this place read more

Some of the staff treats the patients badly. For this reason alone I would never go there. They even insult patients.

Working at Cunning Dental has given me the great opportunity to grow as a person and with my work ethic. The pay has been great as well as with the hours, management is super flexible and will work with you. This place has great staff and they all help with whatever it is that you need. You learn as you go with the help of everyone in the office. Overall working for Cunning Dental has been a great experience! read more

Update: Cunning Dental has been calling me multiple times per day since I posted this review. They are offering me a discount if I use them and remove my review! Thought I should call them out on that behavior, which is totally unethical I heard so many good things about this dental group - constantly promoted on the radio by my favorite talk radio host. I require sedation for dental work, and I thought this place would be stellar. Don't get me wrong, the office is gorgeous (Irvine location). The hygienists and other staff are very nice. The dentist I had examine me said I had a problem with a lot of my teeth, which I figured was the truth. I waited about 45 minutes for the coordinator to give me the final estimate, and when she said $21,000 I completely lost it emotionally. She was very sweet, but that's a hard pill to swallow when you're broke and don't quality for financing. After freaking out for two days, I went for a second opinion. Half the teeth that CD said needed work, didn't. Second dentists mouth was wide open in shock when I showed him CDs treatment plan. Went for a third opinion, he also agreed. Fourth opinion, same deal. I won't speak the words that those three dentists had to say about CD, but my final estimate with IV sedation at a local dentist was under $9,000 (including an implant, anesthesiologist, crowns...) If you don't mind selling your soul to go to Cunning Dental, go ahead and spend triple. Two stars only for the friendly staff. read more

Cunning Dental Group - General Dentistry Near Me - Montclair, California

Just completed the journey to new teeth. Even though the process was longer than I expected, they were there for me until the process was completed to my satisfaction. They always treated me as if I were one of the family All who had a hand in the process were kind and gentle with all the procedures. I am very happy with the end results and would recommend them to all I know who are looking for implants or just general dentistry. read more

Cunning Dental Group has been my family primary dental office for the past 7 year . All three locations have great doctor. From the diagnosis doctors (Erin and Jackson ) to my treating doctors ( Derik and Guindi) to the specialty doctor (Matinfar and Sharafi). All these doctor are honest and care about me and my family . They have done extractions to implants placement on multi family member and they are all very happy and pleased . I love my hygienist Rafael and Joy they really take their time to clean my teeth and leave them super white. Dr. Derik did a filling for me and I had no pain. My cousin had an implant placement under IV sedation due to her being scared of the dentist . But after her first visit she doesn't need IV sedation because she fells relief she is in good hands. My mom came in for bite adj from an old office she used to go to that had not seem to correct her bite . She was seen by Dr. Jackson and after his bite adjustment she is so happy that she has been a cunning dental patients for 3 yrs. My uncle just got an extraction and implant placement with Dr Armen and he had no pain and is happy that his tooth is replaced. Dr. Cunning himself is such a sweet ,caring doctor who really cares about giving all his patients a first class service . Every staff member is really nice and have a great personality and are always smiling . I love cunning dental group and you will to!! read more

I really can't complaint ahi the dentist, but the office staff and procedure is horrible... I have been trying to reschedule my 1st dental appointment..I have called several times and have been put on hold for long periods of time... hello we work too! Do the only person who can schedule my appointment is Sonia? Not sure why, but Sonia does not return my calls or follow up on dropped calls ( which happened once)! I don't get it.. Maybe my teeth are not that significant since I only need minimal care? I think if I was a "same day new teeth" big money deal that perhaps I would have had the courteousness of a return call... In my opinion dental practices need further federal guidelines and monitoring . I can not seem to find an honest, ethical provider in my area! Yikes! read more

I was a patient years ago . The radio station talked them up. I told them I had a fear of having dental work done. They were not supportive or did they offer any suggestions. The one dentist who saw me, he scolded me because my teeth and wearing down from grinding my teeth when I sleep. I asked for a different dentist . She was nice but just business as usual not personable at all. The special promotion of the teeth whitening kit? Well, I received one syringe of whitening gel and I asked which level and they chose only 2 shades lighter than where I was at. Which still made my teeth yellowish . So very stingy with the whitening solution . No customer service . The pricing on the first patients dental exam and X-rays were overpriced. Never again will I go back . read more

Horrible service for the amount of money you spend on implants! Loved my teeth and the work they did before EVERYTHING changed. The best doctor/dentist they had left the Irvine location and things rapidly went downhill from there! Then to find out that the Orange County facility closed on the DAY OF MY ANNUAL CLEANING appointment, what the @$&! So they call to confirm the appointment but failed to mention that the office I have been goi g to for years is not closed and the ONLY facility they now have is in Montclair over an hour plus away! Poor service...oh and when I got to the Irvine location and found that they were no longer there, called...absolutely no help! The response was oh, well we sent an email out last May!!!! WTF! Seriously, I spent $24,000 and this is how they treat their patients. I told the girl on the phone absolutely no way and I being charged a NO SHOW FEE, asked to speak to a manager and asked for a referral to an implant specialist HERE in Orange County that I could have my records transferred to; only for HER to hang up on me. Very disappointing! read more

Cunningham is the worst dental office I've ever been to. The management of the place is completely awful and they did not except my EBT for implants that I desperately need because I only have two teeth. They also do not offer gold teeth implants, who wants white teeth? I will not be coming back until they fix the rude management and offer more styles for teeth. I would rate them -1star read more

Two years ago I went to this place due to an ad by Bill Handel on KFI 640 AM. What a load of crap all this 'oh they're so good, oh they're so great'. It makes me ill to listen to the radio personalities gushing about the place while I'm on Cunning's phone hold. After a loan through them WHICH they messed up sooooo badly it went to collections and wrecked my improving credit, I NOW have a front tooth crown falling off. I want it replaced and/or fixed for free and on the same day. They owe me that much. Regardless that I'm STILL paying on that messed up loan. Just got off the phone with Carol. No assurances. Only 'come in during the week' because that's only when the dentist who did the original work, Dr. Kovan, will be there. Oh goody, I get to take time off (without pay) from my job to have them tell me..'yep, you're right, it's falling off, come back another day for us to remake it and fit it. Plus it'll cost you and your new insurance company'. Keep in mind this is an hour and a half drive ONE-WAY for me nowadays....hmmmm. I want to know this will not cost me a thing. Only THEN will I ever go back to this place. Believe me, at this point no one is going to get raving reviews from me about Cunning Dental in Monclair, CA. I'm very vocal about the opposite. read more

I've been coming here for years. I have always had a bad experience when it came to the money. I've spent thousands with them and unless I kept spending money outside of my insurance they were accommodating. If I wasn't spending money and needed help or came back for repairs on my teeth from their mistake they would try to CHARGE me! Priscilla was so rude on the phone and after my last experience with them, I can firmly say I would not come back and am looking for a new dentist!!! DO NOT COME HERE! read more

Very caring dentists. Did my disabled sons wisdom teeth extraction. They made 2 follow up calls post op to check on him. I was very happy with his experience there. They do the consults and xrays free which is amazing and saves you money. They made my son feel very comfortable. They give you the cost you have to pay not covered by your insurance up front so no surprises. They have financial counselors to help if you need financing. They do IV sedation during the procedure. My son did fantastic post op. Dora was very nice in setting up the surgery appointment and explained everything so there were no surprises. This is our dentist from now on. I highly recommend! read more

Be prepared for sticker shock... I went here on the advise of someone I know, as cancer and chemotherapy have pretty much ruined me. The offices are high end, staff is professional. Now, I was told it was sort of costly, but like paying off a car if you finance it. I guess I didn't figure that car was gonna be a pretty nice Mercedes. Their quote might as well have $500,000.00 to me. Now, I know there are people of means out there who can just pop the cash, and that's all well and good, but I'm not one of them, and consequently, people like me go without care and are left to suffer. Looks like I'll be gumming it unless they want to make themselves feel better with some pro-bono work. read more

I heard the commercial over and over again on KFI, AM640, so I made an appointment for a single dental implant. After making the appointment, I called back requesting 2 patient referrals who have had the exact same procedure I would be getting. They told me they had never been asked that before. REALLY? Then I was told they would talk to the "administrator" who said "they are not able to provide any information due to to their policy." I've NEVER had a dental office or dental specialist NOT accommodate this type of request. So, I have cancelled my appointment. I am not interested in having any dentist put an implant in my mouth without patient referrals. Especially since I have two friends who had implants that did not go smoothly (problems). I have ALWAYS insisted on talking to a past patient because they are very honest and straightforward. Remember, this is a business and you have to shop around. I will take my money elsewhere, thank you. read more

A full 5 Stars!!!! I must say, I am EXTREMELY happy with the service I have received at Cunning Dental. The entire process of the All on Four, from start to finish, has run smoothly. I love Erin and the rest of the team. Any adjustments or issues I may have, to date, Erin has always gotten me into the office ASAP and has taken care of it. This lady has so much talent and is an artist!! I am from Simi Valley, and I am so happy I chose Cunning Dental - worth every mile. read more

Went in for pain right side. Had to wait 90 minutes or so to be seen . I had X-rays take, then was placed in an exam room and made to wait another thirty minutes while three different dental techs came in to tell me the dentist would be in shortly. Finally, a tech came in to tell me that due to my stated wish to not see the dentist who had treated me previously. The tech who identified herself as Marcella told me to leave. I asked why and she stated it was due to this. When I asked to speak to the clinic director, I was told he/she wasn't in. When I asked to speak to a supervisor or manager, she claimed to be in charge. Meanwhile she had a mask on that only covered her mouth. When I asked wasn't it unsafe for her to wear a mask halfway and possibly expose patients. She stated it was perfectly fine for her to wear her mask that way. In my opinion she was rude and definitely unprofessional. This is surprising in that prior to the last two visits, I had enjoyed good quality treatment. I think they have new staff that has adversely affected their quality of care read more

Amazing Experience My bottom teeth were worn by extreme grinding . Heard the Ad & made a phone call scheduled an Appointment & Lots of Happiness from then on Had Painless Surgery in which I left with gorgeous bottom teeth !!! I really was shocked. Wonderful Staff of Doctors & Assistants & The a Office was so accommodating itjust felt so good to be moving forward & not freaking out about those old worn down teeth! Had next appointments scheduled for measurements & molds & now have my Permanent teeth & couldn't be Happier. I Truly & Wholeheartedly recommend Cunning Dental for really Any Dental work. Blessings to Cunning Dental for sure . Thanks Sooo Much read more

This is one of the best dental offices I have ever been to. Very professional and caring dentists and staff. I have been going to them for the past 5 years and never been disappointed. read more

I inquired about the all on 4 procedure and got a call back from Anja in the office she was great got me in for a free exam and X-ray. I decided to go with the full procedure I felt it was a little pricey but I've learned from the past you pay cheap you get cheap and when it comes to my health and smile I want the best and after researching for weeks I know this place was the best. Cunning dental had been good to me since day one. The surgeon, doctors and nurses are so kind and caring I'm very happy that I picked them to do my procedure. They gave me a beautiful smile. Thank you so much read more

Been a longtime KFI listener so I took my girl in for a second opinion. Very friendly staff told us everything we wanted to hear. It's been almost a month and my insurance hasn't even been notified of a request of services I have a Cadillac plan which usually picks up most of the bill so does my wife. We talked to the person in charge an said they sent out the claim already. "Yeah ok" meanwhile we already accepted another DDS services I would of paid the world to get this done here but you probably have to be stupid or clueless so they can over bill you as I waited in the lobby I heard alot of shady business practices to bad I really wanted to give them a chance read more

My family and I have been coming to Cunning Dental for years. This is THE BEST dental office in the area by far. The quality of dentists and the work they do is excellent. The staff is very friendly and they take care of their patients like family. Everyone from the front office to the assistants to the doctors is gracious and caring. They explain everything thoroughly and you don't have to go anywhere else for any specialty treatments because they have all of them in house. I know because my family and I have been to most of their specialists! Even their lab is in house! I have referred friends, family and coworkers to Cunning Dental and believe you and your family will have the same great experience I have had because let's face it no one likes going to the dentist but if you're gonna take care of your teeth at least do yourself a favor and go someplace where they care and do good work. read more

Please take the time to read this entire review, especially if you are serious about dental work/new permanent teeth. I had the procedure 3 weeks ago and my life has changed dramatically... ALL for the better. From the minute I got the consultation, met the staff and Doctor Javid, spoke with Mariana about the details, I knew I wanted to do this. I had a lack of confidence and self esteem prior... now I can do everything I have wanted to ever do. A truly beautiful smile, a very healthy mouth, and a future without painful and costly dental work. From Matthew at the reception desk, to my favorite nurse/assistant Shadi, the entire staff, my 'team' Jackie, Corina, Cristina and Jose. Dr. Javid is an expert and truly kind and concerned, and Dr. Andrew, a wonderful and calming anesthesiologist, I want to say THANK YOU for making this dream come true, happier and healthier than ever! read more

I find it rather hilarious that all of these reviews that are "negative" all have to do with financial issues. I am blessed to have great insurance, and have been going to cunning dental for about 5+ years now, and I wouldn't change it. I have never been bombarded with an extensive bill, or been told I needed treatments that I didn't need. If anything in my past experiences with dentist, I've always had problems (which they corrected). I initially went to Cunning because a coworker recommended them to me after my wisdom teeth got infected and caused me to get a 105 fever. I called them on a Saturday, and they were able to take me that following Monday. I had my exam, and then they prescribed me antibiotics. I was scheduled to have my wisdom teeth pulled, and the procedure scared me but after the fact I was overwhelmed with happiness. They are always gentle, and provide excellent service. Since going to them, I have my regular cleanings and have also had to have a root canal re-done (previous dentists didn't do it properly). I haven't had a cavity, nor other dental issues since being with them. My mother just had some dental work done with them today, and I will update the post with another review shortly after her recovery. They are reasonable as the work that my mother had done was shopped around, and their pricing was one of the best! Definitely will continue going there, and recommend it to all of my family. read more

Thank you Carena so much and all staff. Got 8 teeth pulled,total up and down implants asleep for all. just ate jello pre made no pain. More tomorrow. Ate pudding, soup No photos yet but no more root canals. No more tooth pulls also called extractions no more very painful cleanings. Goodbye to all of them forever. read more

I really wish I would have read some of these reviews before making an appointment with Cunning Dental, but I was personally referred to by a friend so I thought I would have a good experience. Initially I was impressed by the office (it's beautiful) and the staff who were very friendly, but once in the exam room everything changed. First of all because of Covid 19 they require you to wear a mask, but the person doing the x-rays pulled down her mask while getting me set up. Then during the individual x-rays she is touching surfaces all around the office with her gloves and then touches the part that goes into my mouth and this repeats over and over. Now the dentist comes in and is a little over dramatic about all the work I need done. I'm not denying that my teeth need a lot of work, but this performance from the doctor didn't sit well with me. After the exam they take you into a room to meet with a coordinator to go over recommendations and pricing which feels like you are talking to a car salesmen. Well now I know how they pay for their beautiful office. Over $15,000 for both me and my son who was with me. Are you kidding? "Con artists" as my son called them. What a complete waste of time. If anyone is thinking of going to this dentist THINK AGAIN! read more

Wow....what can I say but what an amazing bunch of people. From the minute I walked in the door and until I walked out I was given A+++ service. The office was beautiful and exceptionally clean. I went in for a consult to have full dental implants but was advised I only needed the top ones done. I was more than willing to have the bottom ones done to but he was honest and told me I had good bottom teeth and should keep them. I felt very comfortable and in good hands so soon I will have some new gorgeous teeth and a beautiful smile to go with it. =) read more

Cunning Dental Group - General Dentistry Near Me - Montclair, California

RUDE RUDE RUDE. Dirty looks. Side eye. Eye rolls. Ignored with total silence. And I was just there to pick someone up! My Mom has been getting prepped for implants so she has had to have several bone grafts. I guess they don't feel like they need to acknowledge me because I'm merely her ride home. I mean literally. No words. At all. Even a couple of dirty looks when they have to look up from their computers as I say (with a smile mind you)- hi I'm here to pick up my Mom. This is at the back parking lot pick up location. Oh I'm sorry Jesus Christ, did I interrupt you while you were walking on water ? Luckily I knew the drill. So after standing there for a few minutes in silence. I just walked backed there and there she was. All ready to go. When one of the nice nurses wheeled her out , one of the girls on the computer said to her that she already gave my Mom an appointment as we walked past her , so apparently she wasn't deaf and mute. But wow. Even when I said bye with a smile- nada. Zip. Zilch. This is the 3rd time this has happened when I have gone there once every 4 months in the last year just to pick her up. I know it's not me , it's you. All I could think of was wow - they must be curing cancer because they acted like I was out of line interrupting by coming to pick up my Mom. At the designated area for pick up. My bad. What nerve I had to expect that someone might have said. Hello. Let me see if she's ready. Nope. They taught me. If you're the manager at this place , message me and I will give you specifics. If your ppl don't like to be interrupted in that tiny back pick up entrance , then change your set up. Or teach them some manners at the very least. People usually say hi back when someone greets them. It's very basic. PS - asked her how she found this place. She said commercials. No wonder. They would never survive based on personal recommendations. There would be few and far between. Read the other reviews. I'm not surprised. read more

There was quite a good amount of mixed reviews about this place but myself and my friend were referred by her sister who had normal dental work done here so we decided to try it out and get a consultation on veneers. When I called to make the appointment the lady on the phone was very nice and very helpful so that was already a good start. Once we arrived the next day our wait time was not very long and all the staff was friendly, talkative and kind. Our appointment was one after the other starting at 11am. We were there till 1:30 getting X rays, discussing what needed to be done and going over and filling out financing for payment. At 1:30 we took a lunch break and came back at 2:30 to finish the stuff that took longer like insurance getting approved and final appointments to be made over the next couple weeks. So far I love this place and their staff! read more

I hate the dentist, but Cunning Dental group in Montclair are the kindest, most caring throughl group of people assistance and doctors. They thought of everything and have the nicest personality I have every seen at any dentist group. I am so glad I am having my mouth fixed by them! Sophia, rebecca, Silvia, everyone are so amazing, thank you guys and gals! read more

Great dental group, Dr. Chen, Dr. Ewa and Dr. Wu are Rockstars! I went to one of the seminars and actually arrived late, however the team took their time to answer all my questions and gave me a tour along with an evaluation and a CT scan. The whole experience took me about 8 months from start to finish and I am very happy with the outcome. In addition, the best, no pain at all. Again, zero pain! Yes, there was some swelling but Dr. Chen explained all in advance. Weird as I had many other dental procedures in the past at other dental practices with crowns, bridges etc. in mind. I am highly recommending this practice. read more

Well this is the rare occasion when I end up on Yelp and wish I could give 0 stars. Cunning dental advertises absolutely everywhere (news ,tv, etc...) and says they offer a free consultation... or at least they said they would. I took a day off work and drove 60 miles to see what they had to offer. After getting here they start asking if I have all my teeth (which I do) just needed some cosmetic work done. Apparently if you have all your teeth then the consolation is not free! Over the phone they said no charge, no heads up about this information. So I asked if I go outside and knock out a tooth would it be free and technically the answer is yes. Over the last 5 years my family has spent over $30,000 with them and this is how they treat new patients. Just wish they wouldn't lie in advertising or even when you call in. It's not about the money for a consultation but just the principle. I can see why they have a 3 star review and to be honest I think that's a little high. My father has been a patient here for years and even he's not ecstatic with the service as the years have gone on. Clear representation of a medical profession that does not care about patients. They made that clear in my first 5 minutes here. read more