I can not believe what an awesome oral surgeon Happy Teeth has. Dr. Steve Choi had my son in and out in less than 20 mins. That is amazing considering 4 years back I had ONE, only ONE wisdom tooth removed that took over 30 minutes. My son rated his experience with five stars. He was the one that reminded me to write the positive review for Happy Teeth. We want to thank Steve Choi for a great and absolutely quick extraction process. read more

We made an appointment over a month in advance for a braces consult for our kid. We arrived 10 minutes early to the appointment to find they triple booked the appointment time. We sat for 50 minutes and still were not called or updated. When I went to the front desk to tell them we were no longer interested in their services, they tried to make excuses, but still were not ready to see us. We walked out. I do not recommend this place as they do not respect your time. I am just glad we found out waiting for the consult and not after it was too late. Avoid! read more

Donna was great she did the work and explained everything perfectly. Anna helps check us in and setup new appointments. I love this office everyone is so nice and caring. read more

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My daughter was referred here by the dentistry team next door, Children's Happy Teeth. At Happy Braces, we always receive excellent customer service and thorough information and education which allow for the most informed decision. Luis is a gem. He went over our treatment plans and made everything clear. My daughter is never trepidatious to be seen here. read more

I couldn't be happier with the Happy Braces team. They're super friendly and professional, and they really make the process easy. Special shoutout to Anna at the front -- she's easygoing and always works around my crazy schedule. The vibe is relaxed but they know what they're doing. Getting Braces sucks a lot but I Highly recommend this place if you're looking for great results without the stress. Donna is a good vibe, I see her often. read more

We've been going to this place since December and I've gotta say...it causes more anxiety for families than it should. The booking wait is ridiculous. Expect to wait at least 30 minutes to an hour for every appointment. We came in early for a regular appointment, hoping to not wait as long and wasn't seen until 20 minutes after our scheduled time. When we left, the place was packed. I was told they are taking new patients (there were 2 scheduled during our visit) and instead of scheduling for them to come back, they're signing contracts and starting treatment right away (same day appointment). This place doesn't value regular patients and is replacing their quality care for new patient care. We're looking for a new ortho at this point. read more

My review will be based strictly regarding the ortho specialty. Please steer away from this facility, they engage in fraudulent billing practices and do not follow insurance agreements. Please call your insurance carrier and confirm your fees prior to giving any money to this practice. I was over quoted for my child treatment I brought it to their attention only to be met with hostility and rudeness from their staff. The biller and managers lack of response speaks volumes of their shady practices. I am awaiting a refund since 042025 it's now June. I will be filing a grievance with my insurance company as well as with BBB. Please seek services elsewhere and avoid the headache and overpaying here. read more

It doesn't matter who you get here as far as service goes, they're always very accommodating and welcoming. This review in particular is for Ester! We moved a couple months ago and we were having the hardest time finding continued care out of state. We finally decided to reach back out to happy teeth/braces and Ester made it her mission to coordinate with us and inform us of our options so that we could make the best cost efficient decision that would best suit my daughters dental care. Thanks to her, after 5 years my baby is finally getting her brackets removed! And it didn't cost us an arm and a leg in Oregon. She was so knowledgeable, and patient with explaining to us a good run down of our benefits! thank you Ester! You are truly appreciated! read more

Ana is the best in the front and all of the employees are very helpful. they are all very nice and willing to help you in anything that you need. read more

Great service and awesome staff who love the Philadelphia Eagles. I've never had a bad experience. They're quick and super friendly. Great communication as well. And I can't stress this enough, the receptionist is a die hard eagles fan. read more

Its impossible to get a hold of them. They never pick up patien's phone call. On top of that, they always over booked on eacb appointment. My daughter has an apt at 2pm. We arrived 15mins early, and ended up waited for an hour b4 she was seen. read more

Dr. W, Esther, and remaining staff have all been fantastic with my son's appointment. The team is always attentive, understanding, punctual, and very kind. Continue to rock Happy Braces! read more

No regard for people's time. Super long waits EVERY visit. The staff is nice and helpful, however they are always running behind. Only visit if you're willing to wait an hour to be seen. read more

We love coming to Children's Happy teeth! eveyone is so helpful and kind. We have never even had any problem or complaint. We have been coming here for 5years. We had a very bad experience at another children's dentist and the dentist made me feel like a bad parent, she told me that my kids snacks I brought were the worts and that I should never buy Mc Donald's, talk about mom guilt, all because my daughter( 5 yrs old at the time ) had a cavity and a loose tooth that she said didnt fall out next visit she would charge me to pull it out. That's when I knew something wasn't right, pulling a loose tooth wouldn't it just naturally fall out? I had to go somewhere else and I'm so glad that I did and we found children's happy teeth!! I've never heard a negative comment towards other children or about their teeth the whole staff is really here to help the kids have a good experience. Even answering my questions they always answer so kindly and I'm so thankful for this establishment! read more

They overbook? Make an appt for 8am and they show up at 815-830 This causes a domino effect of having to wait over an hour to be seen. Even if you show up early or on time you wait over an hour . More than once they use the excuse they didn't understand why they're behind. Becoming redundant. A frickin joke. read more

Happy braces refuses to give me my refund for my son that was overpaid by me because it was then paid by our insurance. Because they were struggling to get payment from insurance for my younger daughter's treatment they decided to hold my son's refund until insurance pays. We called the insurance and they said all they needed was confirmation that my daughter was still in treatment. We got the insurance through to happy braces on the phone and with a verbal "yes she is in treatment still" they said Okay then payments will be approved. How hard was that? Either way, the treatment and payments for one patient should not interfere with the other. Especially since we have never defaulted on copayments and even paid for my eldest daughter's braces in full without insurance in the past. This is also after ME having to Follow up every single appointment since Jan 2024 for status on insurance and refund. I am stuck with them now, but this is not good business practice. One should have nothing to do with the other. I am also pretty sure, had I not been following up about the overpayment, they would probably keep it. I guess I will have to wait until March to follow up Again to see what the "new" update will be and if they will give me back my refund or still hold it hostage. I am not satisfied with how this process has been handled, please do better. For new clients, look elsewhere for your child's treatment. read more

Dr. Walkow is amazing! I absolutely love my smile and this man ate! I'm so impressed with how everything turned out and all my appointments went by so smoothly. Ana in the front desk was so fun when scheduling my appointments. This was absolutely the best experience I could've had! read more

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Junior is amazing, always in a good mood, and made my daughter always feel comfortable about coming to the orthodontist.

Dr. Ramin and the nurse were amazing and made my som feel very comfortable during his treatment.

I've been waiting for my appointment for over 1hr and I still haven't been help, they over and don't appreciate your time or business!!

Such nice workers, so professional, best dental care I've ever received out of the many offices I've visited previously. My teeth are prettier than ever!! read more

We wait over an hour every time we have an appointment. The last time we had our child's bottom braces applied and a bracket broke on the way home. I was infuriated because I knew I would have to return and wait again for over an hour for a five minute appointment. The front staff is very nice and patient but once he gets in the chair it's a different experience. I dread going because the wait time is outlandish. It is common for the front staff to get yelled at by at least one angry person who is sick of waiting. In fact, it has happened at least once every time we have been there. That has not stopped them from over booking read more

Being a mom with more than 1 child is hard to find a dental office that makes your child feel comfortable and in safe hands. After my now 8 yr old had a traumatic experience at an old dental office bringing them here has been the best choice I have ever done. Everyone makes you feel so welcome, cared for and like if your family. Its been 5 yrs now and my 2 older daughters got their ortho treatment done here and are very happy with the results. I have recommended so many of my friends here and if you happen to be like me and are looking for a great dental office search no more. You've found the one! read more

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One of my daughter came to get braces. What a wonderful job they did. A great 360 with her teeth. Dr Omid and his staff did great. Now our girl is smiling nonstop with her new smile. Thank you for all you did. read more

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The orthodontist is very sweet! My daughters really like him! Zoey is usually very afraid of going to get any dental work. Not here though. The whole staff has been very nice. read more

The whole experience getting my two kids braces started was FANTASTIC! Esther and staff were absolutely amazing and kept us smiling the whole time. Looking forward to our 18 months with this office! Thank you Esther read more

i got recommended by a family member and best choice I've made. The staff are great, Esther was awesome worked with me well and the doctor he's awesome! I highly recommended this place! read more

Martina is above and beyond! Great and friendly staff!!! We highly recommended to all the family read more

Happy Braces - Martina is above and beyond!!! Highly recommended here!!! - Orthodontists Near Me - Lakewood, California

My daughter just got her braces off and it seems like time just flew by. Each appointment we were basically in and out. The staff and doctor are very knowledgeable and friendly. The best times to come is the early mornings so you don't get that after school rush. Overall, we are very pleased and recommend Happy Braces read more

Came to a consultation today with my daughter I loved it. Very nice staff Dr was very knowledgeable and Esther was friendly and great .

My daughter started Phase 1 of her ortho treatment at Happy Braces about 4 months ago. So far so good! We can already see an improvement. The staff is friendly and make kids fee comfortable. They are reasonably priced, local, and offer afternoon appointments. Check them out for a free consultation. read more

My kid got his braces a few weeks ago and this place is great. Everyone is so nice and helpful. Love that his dentist is also right next door making appointments is super easy. 5 stars!! read more

Literally the best place I've been for the past 4-5 years. Ester made me and my son feel like we were already family, and Dr.Walkow was super sweet to us. Both of them made us both feel like the family! I recommend this place to everyone! read more

My daughter came to get some dental treatment done every one was amazing specially yolanda and stephanie were super friendly and knowledgeable read more

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This office is so fun with multiple tvs playing Disney movies! Very organized and clean office. Ester helped me out with all my questions regarding my daughters consult. read more

Very clean and friendly environment. Ortho Assistant was very informative, I highly recommend OA Jennifer, she was absolutely amazing putting my wife's braces on, she was caring, gentle and very informative of what to expect, the do's and don't and proper care and what to be careful for. read more

They just want your money. Lack basic customer service skills. Be careful if you take your children here.

My kids have gone across the hall to Happy Teeth for as long as I can remember so I figured I would get an Ortho consult for my daughter. The rep was very gung ho borderline pressuring me about starting treatment the same night, asked me to call my spouse to discuss right away, when I said I needed a day or so, she asked if she could call me the next day to get things started, I said yes ..... and here we were three weeks later: no phone call, zero follow up. I think this has something to do with the fact that they thought my insurance wouldn't cover ($$$$$$$) and found out during my visit that it actually does cover ($). I guess we know where we stand. read more

This office is very money hungry and lack proper communication with customers nor do they care about their well-being and satisfaction. Number one goal clearly isn't to make the customer happy. read more

I couldn't be happier with this place. I have referred all my family and friends. They're amazing helpful and so attentive. They go above and beyond for all their patients read more