Just moved in across the street and the entire office is outstanding. Best cleaning and dental experience we've had in a long time. The team is very cordial, professional and thorough. Expect to be here longer than usual because they spend time with their patients- a very good thing! See you in 6 months! read more

I loathe getting any kind of dental work. I once went 12 years without a cleaning. That being said, I can not recommend Elevate Dental enough. Dr. Safaei is friendly, funny, trustworthy and gentle. He also obviously cares about his patients above anything else. The office staff and his assistants are top notch. read more

Literally the best dentist I've been to. Everyone is so nice from the front desk to the dentist himself. I really felt comfortable. I know that's odd to say about a dental office but I really felt comfortable. I was nervous about a dental implant but they explained everything to me and made me feel at ease. read more

This is a long overdue review for an amazing dental office! My father needed to have his chipped tooth fixed and Dr Safaei was gracious enough to accommodate. Not only was he personable and knowledgeable, but he made my father very at ease throughout the procedure. I'm grateful for Dr Safaei and he receives my highest endorsement! read more

There is no other dentist that I have ever gone to that is so kind, and gentle and so concerned about how I felt about being there. I have had terrible experiences with Dentists and have always been afraid to go. Yes, even as an adult...I've heard many adults feel the same way. Dr. Melnick was wonderful. Both the doctor and his assistant Maria made me feel so at ease. I absolutely guarantee that you will be happy with Dr, Melnick. I am just a patient of his, not related, not trying to make him look good but I had to let everyone know about this fabulous office!! read more

This is honestly the best dental office I've been to. I'm not a huge fan of going to the dentist but Dr. Safaei made my experience exceptional. The office is clean and all of the staff are incredibly professional. Dr. Safaei is a lot of fun and cares about each of his clients. He listened to every concern I had and made sure I was well taken care of. I'll definitely be returning here for all of my dental work! read more

Dr. Melnick is the best dentist I have ever experienced. After several traumatizing experiences, I refused to go to the dentist all together, as a result me teeth started to deteriorate right before my eyes. Finally I took a chance and a made an appointment. The staff was very nice and helpful. Denise the assistant is very nice and friendly. I was so embarrassed by the state of my teeth but the two of them made me feel very comfortable. Dr. Melnick is the most patient, gentle, and experienced dentist I have had, he cradles your head in his hands and before you know it you're done. He called me personally to check on me after my appointment. I cannot express how grateful I am for Dr. Melnick and his staff, he gave me my smile back! read more

One of the friendliest offices I've been to. Their entire team is just upbeat and you can tell they enjoy what they're doing. It doesn't feel like a traditional dental office. read more

My dad needed some dental implants. We found Elevate Dental from all the reviews. Since I was paying for my dad, I looked at some prices and they are much affordable than other places. They do great work and the dentist made my dad feel comfortable during the whole process. My dad was very happy with the work and I saved a lot of money. read more

Elevate Dental was everything I imagined when it comes to getting my teeth cleaned. I went in for a deep cleaning and I must say Elevate Dental has been such a great experience! From the friendly staff to the dentist, the team made sure I was well taken care of. Dr. Safaei had a great personality and knows what he is doing. I felt zero pain or discomfort during the cleaning and looking forward to going again! Very pleased with my overall experience. read more

I went in for a consultation about my wisdom teeth that are hurting me. I was able to complete my registration forms online before the appointment, which saved time. The office tracked down a previous x Ray I had at a different office, which was very helpful. The doctor did a great job explaining and reviewing the x Ray with me and answering any questions I had. Cassandra at the front was very friendly and helpful as well. The office is a nice atmosphere, and I didn't have to wait at all. Highly recommend! read more

Dr. Safaei actually cares about his patients. He's always willing to accommodate my crazy schedule, he follows up to make sure my issues are fixed, he's funny, and he makes the otherwise terrible experience of going to the dentist not just bearable, but kind of fun. I highly recommend him! read more

I would like to add my positive experience over the last 18 months since hearing about Dr Melnick. I had not seen a dentist in years and my dental issues were not the best, partly due to my fault with not caring for them in my past years... the last straw was when I had 1 of my molar's crack on the side.. The pain was incredible and I had to find help fast. Thank goodness I ended up at Dr Melnicks office, he is the real deal and reassured me in an honest and calm way that my chipped molar could be worked on, saved and crowned if things were not to bad.... and also that my other dental hygiene gum issues could be delt with... I am happy to say that things are going better for me in my overall dental heath and I can honesty say Dr Melnick with his honest good advice and personal professional care has helped me greatly... His staff is professional from when you walk in the door and I can say to anyone looking for a good Dental experience to give Dr Melnick a try. Thanks Dr Melnick! update - November 10th 2015. Another year with Dr Allen Melnick and his great staff. I can always feel at ease knowing I am in good hands with Dr Melnick and his staff for all my dental needs. read more

My aunt loves Dr. Safaei. He did an incredible job on her veneers. She was very nervous, but he was very gentle and put her at ease throughout the process. She was thrilled with the results and loved showing off her new smile just in time for our wedding. read more

This was an awseome expirence with Dr. Safaei and his staf! they were all nice and fun to talk to! They all made me feel comfortable and made the experance enjoyable. My teeth better than ever and it was painless! lol read more

I think Dr. Melnick and his staff are awesome!!! Amber, his hygenist, was very thorough and kept me entertained with her funny stories. It really helped the time fly by. Dr. Melnick and his entire staff are very friendly and out-going. Really nice people. I recommend Dr. Melnick 100%. read more

I have been going to Dr. Melnick for about 4 years and am always pleased with the service I receive. The staff is really nice and they dont treat you like a patient - they treat you like family. They are sensitive to people, like me, who fear going to the dentist. They are gentle and explain everything in detail. I highly recommend them!!! read more

I was hesitant to go to a dentist after having moved to California and neglecting to go in for over a year, but wow am I happy I did! Elevate Dental and Dr. Safaei go above and beyond what a dentist should be. He is genuine, informative, and passionate about his work and it shows. Never have I had a dentist clean my teeth himself vs. having a nurse do it until now. I'll definitely be returning and recommending him to my friends. read more

BRILLIANT Dentist! Professional and PAIN FREE!. So let me start by saying I had not seen the dentist in 5 years due to the fact that I have problems getting numb, but if that was not enough, the last experience at my previous dentist was the final straw for me, I had such a hard time getting numb that they gave me so much local anesthesia that the entire right side of my face went numb for like one hour, I was so afraid! Fast forward to Elevate Dental and Dr. Safaei and his team... My wife has been going to see Dr. Safaei for a while so I decided to pluck up the courage and get it over with. I needed 2 fillings and Dr. Safaei PAINLESSLY and professionally completed the procedure within 30 mins. He showed me the before and after, and how well it is sealed, and how great it looks. I highly recommend Dr. Safaei and his team to anyone, I am now no longer afraid and as it turns out, I have been doing a good job at keeping my teeth clean, just needed a cleaning and 2 fillings, yay!~ read more

Dr. Melnick is a very talented dentist. I happen to have teeth that were too small for the space. I was very concerned about making sure I didn't have a fake Hollywood smile. Where some dentists would have insisted on doing Veeners, in my particular case, to get the natural look I wanted, Dr. Melnick worked magic and free-handed the artistry. What I have is a really natural look that has lasted for more than 10 years. His office is professional and really helps navigate the insurance maze. I highly recommend Dr. Melnick. read more

Saw Dr. Melnick for a cleaning and a free cancer screening (one of the only people in Los Angeles who provide this service) His office is very clean and very professional. Dr Melnick immediately put me at ease with his demeanor and his new staff is amazing. Maria is as great an office manager as you can have, always smiling, and always willing to accommodate the patients, and Ralita actually makes the cleaning as fun as possible and is very gentle so you won't be in pain the whole time. I used to hate going to the dentist but now I actually enjoy it. I will now be seeing him as my regular dentist such was the quality of the service i received. LA needs more honest, good hearted, and professional dentists and doctors like Dr. Melnick. I would recommend anyone to go see him. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Melnick for over 30 years and I have never had a bad experience. From simple checkups to extensive work he and his staff make you comfortable and put you at ease. Like most people I really fear dental work but with this team I do not. Long ago Dr. Melnick had a saying 'We baby chickens' and they still do! I highly recommend Dr. Melnick and ru the day he retires. read more

i have been a patient of Dr. Melnick's since I was 18 years old. It is now 40 years later and Dr. Melnick is still the consummate, meticulous and kind professional he was when I was a teenager. Both my parents went to Dr. Melnick and I have referred many friends to him that now call him their primary dentist. My father would always say that Dr. Melnick was a meticulous artist as my dad had a lot of gold fillings. My parents started with Dr. Melnick as well when I turned 18. In today's medical climate, it is rare to find the breed of dentist that Dr. Melnick is. My grandfather was a surgeon during the Depression Era and believed in putting his patients first and meeting every need of theirs. Dr. Melnick shares those same traits and characteristics. He practices denistry the way it should be done. He stays abreast of all the medical technologies and refers you to the appropriate specialists if warranted. He only associates his practice with those on par with his uncompromising ethics. On one occasion, I went to Dr. Melnick thinking I had a dental issue as I was in incruciating pain. Because of Dr. Melnick's unparalleled expertise, he was able to make the determination that it was a sinus infection causing my dental discomfort. Where will I go when the day comes and this exceptional dentist retires? It will be a tremendous loss to his patients and all that know him! On a last note, Dr. Melnick just doesn't care about your teeth, he always inquires about how you are doing and truly cares about one's family and their well being. His entire staff also is representative of the kind of man, Doctor and professional he is. They must share in the same values as he does regarding his practice and patient care. read more

I cannot recommend Dr. Melnick and his staff enough! I have a deep fear of dentists, so I try to avoid going to them like the plague. However, Dr. Melnick and his staff really eased my fears, and answered all my questions. Further, I really feel that Maria and the rest of the staff care for their patients. My cleaning was exceptional, and now I don't fee like I have to avoid going to the dentist. Absolutely A+++++ service! read more

I started going to Dr. Safaei in July 2017 as I was a legacy patient from Dr. Melnick. I found Dr. Safaei to be very personable, honest and extremely knowledgeable. After examining my teeth, he indicated a few areas where we could make improvements. One area which I, being ignorant of, was bonding a gap in my front teeth. Oddly, I've had this "issue" as far back as I can remember, but none of my previous dentists ever said they could fix it or even brought up ways to improve it. I just took it for granted that it was something that couldn't be fixed. Dr. Safaei indicated he could fix it by a bonding procedure, which was both inexpensive and amazingly effective - sounds too good to be true right, but it's the truth. I couldn't believe how good it looks now, as a matter of fact, I couldn't recall for a few seconds where the gap was when I first examined the bonding - after 20+ years of having the gap. Weird, but true! I'm very happy with my new "teeth" and no longer have the odd gap I had which made me self conscious when I smiled. Dr. Safaei rocks! read more

If your looking for a dentist, you have come to the right place. Dr. Melnick is by far the best dentist. I wanted to improve my smile by placing veneering my teeth. He actually advised me not to, stated my smile was great, teeth and gums are healthy, stated I should just whiten and keep up with my hygiene. I was shocked. Other dentists in the past were always trying to do as much dentistry as they could. Dr. Melnick explained to me, doing treatment on teeth that are perfectly healthy would not be good, anytime you do treatment, teeth go through trauma. Dr. Melnick stated, he only strives to do exceptional work and to only do dentistry that is necessary. Just hearing this was a breath of fresh air. So even if you are not in need of a new dentist, make an appointment and you will not regret it. Dr. Melnick has a very calming voice, and a very good listener. He is the best at giving shots, you really don't feel a thing, and last of all the staff is amazing. They really go out of their way to make you feel at home and help you with any questions you may have about treatment and finances. They are not the type of office that tries to sell you on treatment you do not need or can't afford. Dr. Melnick is kind and very honest. I can't imagine going anywhere else. Make your appointment today. :) read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Melnick's for as long as he has been in practice in the Encino office and I would never consider going to another dentist. Prior to choosing Dr. Melnick as my dentist I had plenty of dental work done by other dentists, with many large amalgam fillings and several crowns that were poorly done and did not last very long. Over the years, Dr. Melnick gradually replaced those fillings with white ones and also replaced the crowns - but only when necessary - he does not ever suggest to have unnecessary work done or try to sell you procedures that you don't need. Some of those crowns have lasted over 26 years and never caused me any problems or discomfort. Dr. Melnick has restored my teeth and given me a smile I can be proud of. Even strangers often comment on my lovely smile. He is the ultimate professional, a perfectionist that takes great pride in doing excellent work and providing his patients with the best dental care available. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is looking for a dentist and especially to those who have a fear of going to the dentist. Dr. Melnick will immediately put you at ease with his calm and gentle demeanor. You will find honesty, experience, and integrity from Dr. Melnick and his friendly and knowledgeable staff. Make an appointment today!! You will not regret it. You won't find a better dentist. read more