I made an appointment after seeing the reviews over yelp were positive and they were all correct. I made an appointment over the phone and was scheduled for a Monday at 5. I arrived earlier and they were able to see me pretty quickly. They were all very friendly and the doctor was able to fill my cavities and give me a cleaning all in the same visit. I recommend this office highly. I hadn't seen the dentist in a while and now I will definitely go more often to this office. Thank you! read more

Came in for a filling & cleaning. Staff was great & Dentist was excellent. Recommend to all

Today I followed my Yelper instinct and came to Family Friendly Dental for the first time, needed to (ehem...) take care of a couple cavities and a cleaning. Expect a no frills office, small comfortable lobby, nice clean facilities short wait time, and super friendly staff. My dentist was very welcoming and friendly, I didn't get that Why are you about to torture me! feeling. All through the whole process, I felt like they knew exactly what they were doing, great team vibe between doctor and assistant, he was able to patch my tooth and avoid (for now) the dreaded root canal, I was a happy camper. On the pain scale, I would say the doctor has a gentle hand and is very reassuring while working, he made sure i was comfortable and ok, so to me the discomfort was minimal if any at all, major points on the pain free department from this guy. Overall a very comfortable experience for me, I tend to like more Mom and pops type businesses and this one sure had that feel. Definitely my go to dental clinic from here on. read more

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I had a great experience at this Dentistry. I was helped out in the front desk in order for my medical to be used. Then the dentist and x-ray specialist was so helpful in order for me to know about the care I need to have for my teeth and also to see it clear in the x-rays. read more

saintsaga420 www.saintsaga420.com instagram: drewsaga instagram : saintsaga420 i been coming to my dentist since i was a kid and i recently had my braces taken off after 4 years and wow it was freaking worth love my beautiful smile so worth everything great doctor and staff visit and you wont regret it they made my christmas gift read more

5 minutes ago Staff is anything but friendly, we were made to feel so uncomfortable we chose to leave. Please be nice to your customers. No one wants to be insulted, dismissed, or profiled while taking their parent to the dentist. Rude service will only drive customers away. read more

Fast and they really pay attention to your needs . I definitely recommend because they are very professional.

Love Dr Balarie's professionalism and caring! But not happy with the receptionist's lack of acknowledging me when I came in for my appointment as she finished first with whatever she was doing. If you don't like people, either at least pretend, or work somewhere else. Loved Dr Balarie but my exam seemed very short, and I suspect it's because I have Medi Cal. Also, the big Bible in the lobby was offputting. read more

By far THE BEST Dentist EVER! Everyone who works here is very helpful and friendly. I am so happy with this location that I even referred my friends and family here! They are fast and you don't feel anything! Thank you guys all!! read more

Dr. Martinez is THE best dentist I've seen! She's gentle, knowledgeable, caring and provides an understandable consultation before proceeding. I went for a check up and to check on a tooth that was bothering me. Turned out I had to get a root canal as the tooth was infected. The procedure was done so well, my tooth after 6 months is doing fine and I'm able to chew well and not have that pain in that tooth any longer without complications. She's my forever dentist! read more

The dentists are great and they do good work but rude front staff. Had a 1 o clock appointment set up 2 months ago and last minute they move it to 12pm. Today is the day of the appointment, it's 12:45 and I'm still in the waiting room, not sure why they needed to push my appointment back, just to waste my time. On top of that the heavy set receptionist is rude and gives attitude even though it's clearly an error on their part. read more

Bring two 9f my special needs clients here it's been now three years and Dentis and staff are very caring, professional and office is clean, Thank you for your kindness read more

After shopping around the city for a new dentist my friend recommended me here. Another dentist was charging me over $5,000 for procedures I didn't need. So I finally came here and things were completely different plus didn't need all the other procedures that I was told before. Everyone is very friendly and honest. They make you feel comfortable. I can say I will continue to come here for routines checkups! read more

The girls in the front are super friendly and the dentist has a sense of humor, which is good because I always get nervous when I go to the dentist. They were thorough and explained everything to me in great detail. Plus, I felt absolutely no pain when getting my broken tooth fixed. Definitely great service! read more

They have been great with me and my husband. Took my 2 year old son for his first dentist appointment and they were so good to him! Great staff and dentists. Highly recommend them for all ages. read more

A friendly, comforting environment! Does tremendous work!! Highly recommend coming here. The whole staff treats you like family read more

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Balarie and his staff. My parents are both seniors and have been going to him for years and they have received the best care -- they both have complex dental issues. They are also Romanian and have a language barrier and the office staff is incredibly patient with them and have called me many times to discuss their treatment plan. If you are looking for a skilled dentist with attentive and helpful staff, I would highly recommend Dr. Balarie's practice which has been such a blessing for our family. read more

Had a horrible experience with another dental office. Friendly family dentistry was recommended to me. From the minute I walked in I was treated very well. Mayra and Erika were very helpful, friendly all while being very professional. Dr. Christian Balarie and his dental assistant were very kind and informative. I believe Dr.Balarie went above and beyond while explaining to me in detail my options that best suited me. I left very pleased with their services. I will be going back very soon to for more dental work and planto refer them to friends and family in need of professional dental car. read more

Today marked the end of almost six months of ongoing dental work for both medical and aesthetic reasons for my upcoming wedding this July the 22nd. Dr. Balarie and his staff were wonderful from beginning to end with the most invasive of procedures. He will be honest with you and your treatment. He is critical of his work and if something is not quite right, rest assured he will make it so. The office is clean, the staff is kind and professional and the equipment used is new technology. I must admit, my expectations of a 'little-hole-in-the-wall" dental practice were not high. I am very pleased with the overall outcome of my dental work, the respect I received both as a patient and a human being and the flexibility in payment as I reached the conclusion of my procedure was an added bonus. read more

In 45 mins I was attended, numbed, and had my last 2 wisdom teeth extracted. My previous experience and care with another dentistry scared me into waiting 5 years before having the last 2 removed. This new place has my loyalty and referrals. The assistant Mayra was so sweet and calming, and the doc was very reassuring making sure there was no pain. They even give you an ice pack, more than enough gauze, and clear instructions. I highly recommend this dental office to anybody in the area. read more

Great dentists and staff, they are really friendly. They usually see you with 10 minutes of signing in. They are quick and efficient.

We are very happy with our dentist office. My family has been coming here for many years. The office staff and dentists are very helpful, attentive, and caring. read more

Dr Balarie and his staff are the best. I've always been traumatized going to the dentist since I was young. I had a tooth pulled without anesthesia!!! Dr Balarie n his staff are sooo sooo friendly and professional. They are also very careful n gentle when working on your teeth. I used to be one of those that would hold the dentists' arms while he's working on me just in case it goes outta hand but not anymore...I don't dread my semi-annual dental check-ups anymore. Thank you guys! read more

Today August 7, 2017 marks the day when I get/got my braces off. What can I say, this has been a rollercoaster for me bit it's finally done. No joke, this is the best place on earth. And keep in mind, I 100% do no like going to the dentist. But when I'm here, I look forward to come to the dentist. So I really recommend you to come and check this place out because this IS the place to go. read more

I had such a great experience at Friendly Family Dentistry, the staff is great and Dr. Balarie was very professional, patient, and kind. Definitely recommend them. read more

I love this place. It has always been a pleasant visit when I first arrived to this location. I had my wisdom tooth removed and also had my braces come and go! They're estimates on timing are perfect compared to what I have other from others when they get braces on at other locations. The visits are always timely and well kept, and the dental assistants are as nice as the doctor. Great place to go, if you need any dental work. They work with you and they are very considerate and helpful. Would definitely recommend this place to a friend. I already have my significant other getting her dental work done here now. read more

Dr. Balarie is an excellent dentist. I drive out of my way to get this kind of ethical, conservative, and gentle dental care. With other dentists I have been anxious and fearful, but I feel relaxed when having dental work done at Family Friendly Dentistry. I highly recommend this office. read more

So far so good. Super gentle in mouth didn't even feel any of the shots. Best of all the he treated me like a human! No BS no scams everything was legit. Honesty is everything to me especially when it comes to my health. I had a previous dentist put a crown on an infected tooth that wasn't worth saving. Next step is implants. I will schedule that procedure once my mouth has healed a bit and I'm also currently pregnant so you can't get the implants right away and also consult with your dr first If your pregnant and considering implants. They also have an awesome deal going on until the end of the summer for implants. I thought I had to wait years before I could afford something like that. They also work out payment plans with you. At this moment I am very very happy with Dr. Balarie and his staff. I've been looking for a decent dentist for the past 3 years. Thank you for your compassion Dr. Balarie. read more

i went in for my 2nd treatment....love his staff and him...elizabeth and erica you girls are awesome and dr. balarie great awesome dentist.

By far my best dental experience to date -- and I'm 33. Dr. Balarie and Elizabeth were my team and they were remarkable! From the initial phone call as a new patient to the execution of my visit, nothing seemed rushed, unfriendly or uncaring. Elizabeth is a delight from start to finish...and she's cute! She was extremely professional throughout. Dr. Balarie was so easy and pleasant to work with and he took his genuine time in going over my specific needs, being a person with a physical disability whose dental needs are affected, he provided genuine and honest input that will benefit me long term. Speaking of disability, the facility is definitely accessible to wheelchair users and the staff are very accommodating to make sure of it. The X-ray room is a bit tight and the exam rooms, but definitely manageable with a team effort approach. Thank you all so much for the memorable and lasting experience. I will be back. read more

I've actually been a patient for about two years now and they have been great with me but what really wowed me was how patient they were with my 3 year old daughter. She had x-rays done by Erika which made her feel relaxed and comfortable throughout the entire process. Dr. Balarie is the dentist who saw my daughter which also made her feel so comfortable. She had her teeth cleaned and 2 cavities filled. Elizabeth, dental assistant was super with her, she took her time cleaning and explaining what was next. At the end of the cleaning we were taken to the kids room which felt welcoming, my daughter played while we waited. Dr. Balarie and Elizabeth made her feel so relaxed and safe as her 2 teeth were filled. She didn't cry once, I was amazed at how they took their time with her and how happy she was after seeing the dentist. The team as a whole is awesome!! Thanks for making my daughter feel comfortable throughout the entire process. We can't stop talking about her experience at the dentist. read more

My daughters been a patient of Dr. Martinez through out her orthodontics. The explanations the treatments and care have been superb. We decided to go with the ginjivectomy and we couldn't be more satisfied not only with the results but with the whole experience. Staff and Dr. We're exceptional. Thanks for taking good care of my baby. read more

Dr Balarie did my dad's treatment, he change our view of dentistry, very caring and professional, he along with the staff ease his fears and now he goes every 6 months religiously, next month I am taking my daughter to star with her braces, I love you guys, jackie read more

Amazing staff and extremely helpful in every way imaginable. Appointments are flexible to accommodate a busy work schedule. Every member of the family visits Dr. Balance and the staff make us feel at home. read more