Erik S Wipf, DDS

I have been going to Doctor Jeff for 30. He is one of the most…read more I understanding. Dentist, when it comes to dealing with your dental problems. Like most dentists. In Santa Barbara Doctor Jeff does not gouge his patience and goes the extra mile to take care of their needs, whatever they may be, regardless of whether it's a filling, a Crown, a cap. Or whatever other problem, the patient would like him to look at he always goes the extra mile. The people that work in the dental office friand I and also go the extra Mile. Frank at the front desk is always Says hello, to everybody and goes the extra mile to get you in there if it's some type of a dental emergency. One thing, I have always noticed about Doctor Jeff. If you call up, then you have a problem. He usually tries to get you in there with a couple of hours. Other dentists, maybe 3 weeks later after you've had to deal with your issue. Highly recommend, if you're looking for a dentist. You consider Doctor Jeff. The top dentist in Santa Barbara, who is still old school. When it comes to greeting and taking care of people

Dr. Kathy is kind and patient. Especially with the elderly I would recommend her to anyone.read more

Procera Crowns - Very Lifelike

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Trevor Denny, DDS

4.8

(98 reviews)

2.0 mi

Unnecessary treatments, no numbing application was applied for my veneer when getting it put on,…read morereally high-end prices I decided to go here because I saw good reviews on here. I will say I have had no issues with the staff and they've all been very kind even doctor Denny as well no issues as far as hospitality. In fact, I loved everyone there. As far as the appointments, though, something was off and a little fishy. He had said one tooth had too many fillings and it needed a veneer so I did that and it was a huge amount of money. I think it was around $800. After that I had problems with the tooth and he said it could've been a hairline fracture or it could need a cap and he was ready to schedule an appointment for that. Not only that is he pointed out that I had about three teeth with cavities in it. I also asked him to shave down my teeth and some areas from some bad fillings. I had gotten previously from a different dentist and he never did that for me. I decided to go to Kendall Rhodes associates. They didn't find any of the cavities. There was nothing wrong with the tooth that he wanted to fix a hairline fracture for. Not only that is on a very first appointment the dentist smooth out my fillings without me having to ask, she knows it and said how terrible and just went into it. I'm blown away. I want to believe that this is a good dentist and that money isn't a contributing factor to the decisions he made on my teeth. But I'm having a really hard time justifying all the money that I've spent. I'm very thankful I went to another dentist where I feel like they aren't just trying to milk my money.

Dr. Denny and his staff are amazing. We always have a great experience with them, and that includes…read moreall areas: surgery/serious stuff, cleaning, and billing. We're so lucky to have a dentist we like and actually trust, so close to where we live. I actually look forward to going to the dentist because they're genuinely nice and you just get a good feeling from them.

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Ferris Orthodontic Group - Santa Barbara

4.7

(52 reviews)

2.0 mi

For years, I was told I needed braces because of an extra tooth on my lower row--what I always…read morecalled my "shark tooth." It never felt urgent, so I kept putting it off. Then my top teeth started shifting and caving in a bit, and I knew it was time. I was referred to Dr. Ferris by friends who absolutely raved about him. I'll admit, I was a little skeptical going in--I assumed they'd recommend pulling the tooth like others had suggested. But instead, he recommended Invisalign. It honestly sounded too good to be true, but I decided to go for it. Now, I have a straight smile--no shark tooth--and while I thought I was happy with my smile before, I had no idea how much better it could be. My teeth are straighter than I ever imagined, and I truly couldn't be happier with the results. What really stood out, though, was the entire experience. Dr. Ferris has clearly created something special with his team. From the moment you walk in, the energy is different--welcoming, upbeat, and genuinely positive. Every single person I interacted with was not only professional, but truly kind and engaging. You never feel rushed, you feel taken care of. The level of customer service is exceptional. They remember you, they communicate clearly, they make the process easy, and somehow turn what you'd normally expect to be a purely clinical, in-and-out appointment into something genuinely enjoyable. It's organized, efficient, and still feels warm and personal--which is a rare combination. The office itself is beautiful--clean, modern, almost spa-like--but it's really the people that make it stand out. There's a sense that everyone enjoys being there, and it shows in how they treat their patients. I truly can't recommend Dr. Ferris and his incredible team enough. Professional, fun, welcoming, and results that speak for themselves.

Best Ortho in CA. Great prices, clean and amazing work. I've never seen a staff so friendly.read more

Our Ferris Orthodontic Group team was featured in Orthotown Magazine for the March 2021 Issue!

Excessive emails, text and phone call. This business spans their customers!

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Weiser & Grant Dentistry

(13 reviews)

0.3 mi

Vanessa, in the front office, is a gem! I was driving through town on vacation when I had a dental…read moreemergency. She set me up with a temporary solution, providing me with a small package of dental products I could use until I reached my destination. She didn't have to help me but she did. Truly a caring person and likely a reflection of a caring office.

Dr. Mark Weiser is not only the best Denist I have ever been to, he also makes me feel very…read morecomfortable because I have less than perfect teeth and am very self conscious about it! He has given me s beautiful smile again! Love you Dr. Weiser, your the best!!!

You Deserve A Beautiful Smile. Dr. Mark T. Weiser and Dr. Lance Grant are Santa Barbara's Master Dental Craftsmen

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Dr. Weiser and the dental team.

Santa Barbara Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

4.5

(40 reviews)

0.1 mi

Dr. Hall extracted two of my molars and proved himself a consummate professional. I experienced no…read morepain whatsoever, during and after the procedure. His communication was clear and friendly, and he made sure all of my concerns were thoroughly addressed. The staff has earned my appreciation and respect; I was made to feel comfortable and safe at every step throughout my experience. I would endorse his care without reservation, and am grateful he is a member of our health care community.

This office shows amazing disrespect to patients' time. I had to wait for more than an hour…read more(literally!) for a consultation that lasted 10 minutes and over 50 minutes for a quick progress check. Dr. Riviera is a good oral surgeon but the office manager is grossly incompetent. If you do not want to spend hours waiting there, go to another practice -- there are many qualified oral surgeons in Santa Barbara, whose office managers are effective and competent.

Well lit and soft lighting in halls.

Reception area. The staff are so nice!

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Johnson Family Dental

2.5

(232 reviews)

2.4 mi

My wife and I have both been patients at Johnson Dental for about 25 years. Turnover is HIGH, so…read moredon't get attached to any of the people caring for you. (The reason seems to be that it's too expensive to live in Santa Barbara on the pay that a budget dental business pays.) The quality of care varies somewhat, but for us it has always been pretty solid, and sometimes quite good. The turnover has increased in recent years, and the quality has dropped half a notch. I've never had an issue with the admin side; that always seems adequate. The facility and cleanliness are good. Overall I give 3 stars for the care relative to price. Would have been 4 stars 10 years ago. If you can afford somewhere better where you see the same practitioners year after year, go for it.

Johnson Family Dental never fails to disappoint. They are quick to cancel appointments on their…read moreend, yet if a patient has to cancel because they are sick, they are just as quick to charge a $59 "no-show" fee. The double standard is frustrating and unfair. From my experience, the focus seems to be more on collecting fees than providing patient-centered care. Life happens, and patients shouldn't feel penalized for being ill while the practice appears to hold itself to a different standard. Unfortunately, this experience has left me feeling undervalued as a patient, and I would not recommend this office based on how they handle cancellations and patient concerns. The clinic manager, Adriana, was difficult to reach and did not respond to my concerns.

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Mark Da Re, DDS - Alamar Cosmetic Dentistry

(9 reviews)

I have never had a dentist and hygienist team that was more caring and skilled than I have now. Dr…read moreDe Rae and his hygienist Shannon have put my mouth into the best condition it's been since my 20 s! Thank you guys. Great service

I really like this group. I feel cared for and safe. The hygienist is skilled and friendly. Dr…read more DaRe has been patient in explaining issues to me. He tells me what is needed, what is optimal and what is optional and gives me the costs to go with those options. I have not wanted any cosmetic dentistry but the general teeth problems have been taken care of. I had a partial made that wasn't fitting perfectly- and perfect was what we both wanted. He patiently worked with 'it' and me until it was perfect. My teeth are cleaned, partial fitted, cavities fixed! I'm a fan for life Marguerite

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Complete Dentistry

(9 reviews)

2.0 mi

Dr. Etue is a phenomenal dentist that takes the time to learn his patients unique dental needs,…read moreprovides excellent care with attention to detail, and keeps the patient informed during all aspects of the appointment for optimal comfort. I've never met a dentist like him- he's honest, kind, very thorough, performs dental cleanings himself, and has a proactive approach to managing dental health. Wow. Truly blown away and impressed! He spent two hours on my intake appointment. My teeth look and feel great! Very pleased and will definitely be returning!

Dr. Etue is amazing. Superb bedside manner and incredibly knowledgeable. His staff, Ydaly and…read moreIsabella are excellent. Beautifully run office. I am so happy to be a patient there!

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Dr Etue DMD in his Lobby

Drs Edstrom & Swenson

4.4

(23 reviews)

Dr. Swenson is one of the nicest people I have ever met so it pains me to write this review. I do…read morenot want other families to go through what we have been through at this office. My son finally got his braces off. Three years after getting them on and a whole year delayed. There were numerous problems and mistakes made. Some by my son for not following protocol 100% but mostly the assistants putting brackets on incorrectly, wires not being cut short enough cutting into his cheek, and going months before the next visit before figuring out that bands were not in the right place. Not to mention that when my son had emergencies it was a challenge to get an appointment. Maybe they double or triple book in order to close the office on Fridays. Sometimes waiting over a week before they could get him in. My son was so happy to get his braces off only to be greatly disappointed with the work. His teeth are straight. However, now he has a noticeable flare in his upper teeth which he did not have before. I was unhappy with the service of mainly the orthodontic assistants and inability to get appointments easily from the get go and had tried to switch him to another orthodontist early on in the treatment but was unable to do so. The new orthodontist did not want to do any work on someone who already started treatment Needless to say, I did not send my second child to this office. She instead went to Dr. Thatcher almost 2 years after my son started his treatment. She finished her orthodontic treatment before my son, granted, her case was much easier, with fantastic results constantly receiving compliments from everyone on her beautiful teeth. We plan to consult with Dr. Thatcher to see if she can correct my son's flared upper teeth. It's disappointing to have to now spend money and time on two orthodontic treatment rounds.

The only good thing about having to wear masks during the early days of covid is that it made my…read moredecision to finally pursue invisalign that much easier. I had a fantastic experience with Dr. Swenson and couldn't be happier with my results. All three of my daughters are now patients as well, and the fact that no one complains when it's time for an appointment speaks volumes. My daughters all agree that Dr. Swenson is "nice and funny", and the staff is great as well. I actually look forward to my daughters' appointments because I enjoy seeing everyone again - such a friendly office! Every time we've had an issue come up (i.e. the dog got a retainer AGAIN) I've been able to call and get my daughter in right away. Highly recommend Dr. Swenson and his team!

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Roy Mintzer, DDS

4.8

(8 reviews)

Best orthodontist you'll ever know. Really! He is the best all around. He's very personable,…read moreknowledgeable, and caring. Why he will even personally call you usually within 24 hours after surgery.

Dr. Mintzer and his staff are excellent at what they do and also are the most friendly, welcoming…read moreand helpful humans I have ever encountered in a medical office. I had to have 4 teeth removed and they helped me understand each step of the process. I was a little apprehensive about this major dental surgery but felt well cared for and the outcome has been wonderful. Now my treatment is complete, I will miss these folks and highly recommend their office and service.

Urban Optics Optometric Center

Urban Optics in Santa Barbara is wonderful! I've been happily going there for years because the…read morestaff always engages with warmth and genuinely friendliness. What could have been a simple prescription update and glasses purchase always turns into such a happy and fun experience, thanks to the incredible team. A special shoutout to Anastasiia and Lianna, who went above and beyond to make me feel cute and fashionable in my new specs. Their positive energy is contagious, and you can tell they genuinely love helping people feel their best. The entire Urban Optics team works together well, creating a cheerful environment. I always look forward to my exams and leave very happy. Dr. Zucker is pretty cool too! My prescriptions are always the best. I've tried other places and came right back. Thank you all for your great service year after year!

Not only was that the most expensive annual eye exam I've ever had in my life ($433.39), but it…read morefelt like sitting through a 2-hour sales pitch. Like many others, I was very disappointed at how hard they upsell at every turn, and at being told that my insurance would COVER the additional fees (or at least the majority) only to sit down at check out (which was the longest checkout in history--it was as if the staff member had never used a tablet before) and be told that they did not accept my insurance! What? Moreover, I was told I have chronic dry eyes (which no other eye doctor has EVER diagnosed me with) and was then hard pushed a $4K procedure they apparently specialize in. When I contacted the office with my questions about the procedure (namely, after research, it seems I'm NOT a candidate, or should at least start first with the low hanging fruit of Omega 3s, hot compresses, etc.), I was told that I needed ever MORE expensive testing. Lastly, the staff left much to be desired--the staff member that did my initial eye exam pressed so hard on my eyeball that I yelped in pain; the other staff member checking me out took 45 minutes to generate a bill, etc. As a followup, they sent me an Rx for Progressive Lenses (which they also tried to hard sell me during the exam) even though I don't wear Progressive Lenses! Reading many of the other 1-3 star reviews, it seems this is all par for the course. I'm sure they'll post a charming refutation of this for the "optics" (pun intended), but given my experience (and that of my fiance who also felt he'd sat through a 2-hour sales pitch during his exam), I will not be back.

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Marc H Bienstock, DDS, MD

(22 reviews)

0.1 mi

5 stars. Dr. Bienstock is outstanding, as divine, as I can imagine, a dentist or oral surgeon can…read morebe. He is first of all a sweet and mentally healthy man, to say nothing of his excellent physical appearance. I had an extraction, and can barely remember anything about, whereas this was not the case with another oral surgeon. I had two IMPLANTS with sinus lift, with him which were flawless. I wish he could have lifted my boobs, but that is not his specialty. We are lucky to have him here in Goleta/S.B. His staff are humane and caring, the magazines are even good. I cannot comment on the cost because I have nothing to compare it to. It costs a bundle, but you can take a dental loan and pay it off in a decent amount of time.

The very best ..doc Binstock!! Did 2 implants…read more. Bone graft. And sinus lift.. He did excellent job Very nice ..professional.. He and his staff..great team work I was so scared...but be back in his office..soon to do other implant.. Thank you doc ...you are the best and great

Montecito Optometry

The team is very welcoming and extremely helpful. Oscar was the one who assisted me. I was in town…read moreand needing some contact lenses since I happened to lose one. They accepted my insurance and I was able to get something immediately and ordered. Quick service and well kept office.

I really enjoy this location, very friendly and professional, stocked with wide variety of frames…read morethat made it fun and easy to choose from. Oscar went beyond to make it this experience easy for us, highly recommended.

Welcome to our new location. Lower level of 1165 Coast Village Road with a parking lot.

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Cornelius J Mietus, OD

4.7

(26 reviews)

1.9 mi

Go here if you want professional courteous service and your best vision possible. I came here on a…read morefluke as they were able to get me in right away if I could be there in 20 minutes. They also had my new glasses ready for me in under a week as I am about to move away. My eyes are very happy now and the issues I had with my last Rx are long gone. This office is top notch.

I had an emergency and felt I needed to be seen and Dr Mietus came in on his day off to see me. I…read morehave always enjoyed Dr. Mietus and my whole family sees him. To come in and see me on his day off is just not the type of customer service you get anymore and I really appreciate him and his staff.

Well lit and soft lighting in halls.

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Santa Barbara Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Reception area. The staff are so nice!

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Ocean Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

4.1

(44 reviews)

0.7 mi

Dr. Mcaninch IV, is Extremely Excellent at what he does, he extracted three teeth the same day !…read moreand I virtually felt nothing!!! His professionalism is outstanding. I am not fond of dentists because of bad experiences in the past, however Dr. M IV has now changed my prospective. This man knows what he's doing and he radiates the passion by the work he performs. I would highly recommend Dr. M IV, for any surgical/cosmetic work you may require. If your like me and are not fond of dentist and are skeptical, please believe me, he is good ! Thank You Dr. M IV and your staff for your caring and compassion. I am extremely happy with the work you performed on my teeth. Ernie Cardenas

100% wonderful! I was having a dental crisis because I kept putting off care I knew I needed. Donna…read morecalled me back so fast and emailed me the paperwork immediately so we could just get rolling! The office manager approved for me to come in right away! I am visiting in town and couldn't find any appointments for 2 more days! My friend had a really, really old coupon sitting in a drawer and they honored it! I drove in and Dr. McAninch saw me right away! Angela, the dental assistant was incredibly gentle and sweet and talked me through the entire appointment, even holding my hand at one point. I had to have an extraction and the tooth was infected! Dr. McAninch made sure I was numbed up and comfortable as much as possible. Thank you Ocean for taking such great care of me when I failed to take care of myself.