I can't say enough great things about this office. I was referred by my dentist for a possible root…read morecanal and to say I was in pain was an understatement. I called on Thursday afternoon. The sweet girl at the front desk literally got me in the next morning. A few hours later I had a root canal. Dr. Lin is very kind and did a great job with this terrified patient. Everyone at this office is awesome. I went from excruciating pain before my root canal to pretty much no pain after. Fabulous office.

UPDATE: Dr. Lin and I spoke on the phone Feb 3, 2026 and he…read morelocated my medical record. We agreed we will discuss a resolution at a future date after we exchange additional documentation with each other. I will update this post when appropriate based on new information. ORIGINAL REIVEW: I got my root canal here before my general dentist could place the crown. After the root canal I went back to the general dentist and upon taking X-rays told me the root canal was done improperly and was incomplete. I had to back to Dr. Lin for a second root canal on the same tooth. Upon going back the GP he said it's a little better but he's still not completely satisfied but would "probably be ok". Facing the reality of having to do a third root canal on the same tooth for "probably" not necessary, I did the crown after the 2nd root canal and hoped for the best. Flash forward about six years later and the same tooth got an abscess bleeding out to the gum. Ended up losing the tooth and had to get an implant suffering through more dental procedures and will end up costing almost $9,000 out of my own pocket for all the work to be done diagnosing and treating the problem with three different specialties and doctors. If the tooth couldn't be saved by Dr. Lin he had a duty to tell me that and then I could have gone to a different doctor or had the tooth pulled. Obviously I couldn't go back to Dr. Lin and this practice because he had already proven to me he is incompetent and can't be trusted. I would advise you to avoid this practice based on incompetence, failure at duty of care and the dangerously poor skill of the doctor. I'm filing the appropriate complaints with the licensing and insurance company. If it were up to me, this doctor would have his license revoked.

I saw Dr. Saman R. Gharib today for an evaluation regarding a root canal, and I can honestly say he…read moreis one of the most knowledgeable and trustworthy specialist I've met. After visiting three different endodontist who gave me questionable and, in some cases inadequate treatment recommendations, it was incredibly refreshing to finally meet someone with true integrity. Dr.Gharib took the time to thoroughly evaluate my situation and explain everything clearly without pushing unnecessary procedures. His expertise professionalism, and honesty immediately stood out.It's clear from both his credentials and patient reviews that he genuinely cares about doing what's best for his patients-not just making a profit. After my previous experiences, I felt genuinely relieved and confident in his care. I highly recommend Dr. Gharib to anyone who's seeking an honest and skilled endodontist.

I have extreme sensitivity in a tooth with a 10-year-old pulp cap. Last May, I bit into an RX date…read morebar (I've had these many times) and felt sharp pain in tooth #4. For six months I dealt with sensitivity, mainly triggered by hot and cold. I could eat and chew just fine as long as I started chewing on my left side first. Last May, I spoke with my dentist, had X-rays taken, and he told me I'd eventually need a root canal. He didn't give me any other solutions, so I just waited to see if things would get worse. Six months later, I scheduled an appointment with Dr. Gharib's office because the sensitivity was getting to me (even though it was on and off), and I started feeling pain up my cheek. I was worried about potentially having an infection or, even worse, an abscess. Christine at the front desk was so kind and accommodating. It was easy to schedule an appointment. She told me that Dr. Gharib is very conservative and only recommends procedures when absolutely necessary. I figured that was just something she said to everyone. At my appointment, I had X-rays done and reviewed them with Dr. Gharib. He was very kind, soft-spoken, and answered my many (many) questions while listening intently to my concerns. I did not feel rushed at all--I felt like I was actually being heard. After his examination, he didn't see any infection on the X-ray, but it did show a slight fracture in the pulp cap filling, which could be the cause of the heightened sensitivity. He didn't pressure me to do a cone beam scan or even suggest it; I personally requested it because I wanted to be absolutely sure there wasn't an infection at the root, since that would make a root canal necessary. The cone beam scan confirmed I had no infection whatsoever--thank goodness. He sat with me for a long while discussing what I could do to help the sensitivity and the slight fracture. He said it might be as simple as replacing the filling with an inlay or onlay, but since my pulp cap is very close to the nerve, that carries the risk of needing a root canal if it fails. He suggested trying Sensodyne for a few weeks and then having my dentist check whether an inlay or onlay, to replace the filling, is an option. There's a chance that might fix the problem. After my appointment, I felt so much more at ease. I was relieved that I didn't have an infection and grateful that I actually had options before committing to a root canal. Dr. Gharib even wrote me a long email afterward, reiterating everything we talked about. That, right there, is a dentist who truly cares. If and when I ever need a root canal, I'll be going to Dr. Gharib. He is professional, honest, thorough, and welcomes ALL questions. All the positive reviews you've read are true. Not every dentist cares like this!

The care at OC Healthy Smiles is great and the staff is wonderful! Would recommend this dentist!read more

This office is such a pleasure to come to. Everyone is so nice and welcoming and you can tell they…read moretry extra hard to make folks with anxiety feel extra comfortable. Dr T worked on a tooth that already had work done and left me feeling like I should've gone to her to begin with. She was calm, patient and left me feeling silly for being scared about coming to the dentist. She's the best Endodontist in OC. I will keep coming back.

Needed a new dentist as our old dentist tried to take advantage of us in overcharging for services…read more Found this office near Costco in fountain valley. Very nice clean office with a decent size waiting area with a set up for water, tea, or coffee while you wait and even has what appears to be a massage chair. The ladies at the front desk are very polite and helpful in explaining all of the details of your treatment and visit. The dental assistants are very nice and cheerful and honest with you about the procedures they are performing. Dr. Wang was very nice and explained everything to me and listened to exactly what I had to say to keep me ongoing the right way with my teeth. Our whole family now has appointments to see them soon. Thanks for helping and listening.

I can't rave enough about this place! The team at Oceanic Dental is fantastic. Dr. Pham really…read moreknows her stuff and was so attentive to my concerns. I felt reassured the whole time I was there. The hygienist was the best! So kind, caring and explained everything with such ease. The Friendly staff and a clean environment made for a great experience. A wonderful choice for anyone in the Fountain Valley area! I'm glad I decided to try them. 3rd time was a charm in finding a good dental office. After two bad experiences elsewhere.

Came in for a root canal and was greeted, welcomed and very well taken cared of by staff Cherry and…read moredentist Dr Abassi from beginning with the X-rays, to explaining and showing where and how the work was going to be done. Office was clean and did not have to wait at all. Dr Abassi was very gentle in the procedure of root canal and attentive if I started to feel any discomfort checking to see if I was handling ok. Great experience for first time needing root canals!

Three words: Saved my life…read more They agreed to see me within two days for an emergency (everyone else was two weeks to three months..) and thank god. I had two infected root canals and it was so bad, I couldn't breathe out of my nose half the time. I was in full-panic mode by this point because I didn't realize what was going on. After a brief exam, she fixed me up as painlessly as possible and I'm me again. Office staff was extremely pleasant (and patient!), I have nothing but good things to say about them.

I was referred to Dr Sharon Lu by my Dentist Dr Charlene Castro to review and treat a problem…read moreassociated with bone loss on one of my molars. We met and had an initial review consisting of x-rays and other materials to determine a plan of action. I could have opted to try to save the tooth using bone grafting techniques or to be referred to another doctor for implants. After consulting with Dr Lu, she recommended trying to save the tooth over a dental implant. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Dr Lu was most professional and caring with the treatment plan. She's very personable, and was truly concerned with my wellbeing during the treatment. Her office staff were also professional in contacting me regarding upcoming treatments to ensure I didn't miss any appointments. I highly recommend you contact Dr Lu for any Endodontic needs.

Seven years after being hit by a drunk hit n run driver there was a injury to my face that over…read morethose years had eaten away the bone and left a huge hole above my front tooth where a cystic legion had grown. Dr Lu was who I was referred to, and had the most top notch technology right in her office to easily see what was going on. It turned out it was a complex surgery to not only fix the cystic legion but I wanted to save my original tooth as I am a singer and definitely do not want any changes to my voice or waiting a whole year for an implant with a flip tooth. She did more than I could have ever expected. She maintained contact with me for months after and answered any issues I had during recovery. Now we have seen the whole area that was missing bone grow back in and she saved my tooth! Everyone in the office is kind and her whole space is extremely clean. I have been returning to her for any other issues and have sent friends to her that had the same experience as myself. She cares so much about your health and you really will feel that. She is definitely one of my most trusted people I have ever met in healthcare. Thank you Dr Lu!!

I've never had a particularly positive dental experience, until today. I was referred to Tustin…read moreEndodontics after having unusual pain in one of my molars. Since I grind my teeth, I'm used to jaw soreness, but this felt different. I was very anxious about possibly needing a root canal. From the moment I arrived, the office staff were warm and welcoming, which helped ease my nerves. Dr. Farshad Seyedein took the time to listen and was very understanding of my anxiety. He was gentle, made sure I was comfortable and fully numb, and kept me updated throughout the procedure so I always knew what was happening. I also opted for the laser treatment for the infection after cracking my tooth. To my surprise, this ended up being the most positive dental experience I've ever had with minimal pain/discomfort! I'll definitely be recommending Dr. Seyedein and his office to friends and family, especially to my family who share dental experience horror stories.

Dr. Sara and her assistant dental Genesis they are so amazing…read more I felt really happy with my treatment Dr. Sara she is professional and very nice doctor

I have been going to Fresh Smiles dental office for years, and I can confidently say I would not…read moreuse any other dental office. My favorite dental hygienist , Amy, is amazing. She patiently explains in detail how to properly care for my teeth and always takes the time to answer all of my questions. She works diligently and is incredibly gentle during my teeth cleaning, which makes every visit comfortable and stress-free. Because of her professionalism, care, and consistency, I can trust her totally for my teeth cleaning. The dental office itself is always well lit and very clean. I am greeted with warm smiles from the front desk staff every time I visit. Also, their customer service is exceptional. Recently, when I needed to retrieve couple years of HSA out-of-pocket receipts, the front desk handled everything excellently. They organized, highlighted, and classified all the payments in detail, making the process incredibly easy for me. Tihis dental office consistently goes above in dental care and customer service. Highly recommended!

Type of care is was brought me back after not being back for a yr and trying out other dentist…read more They are really Patient with you and offer the best experience during your visit. I called same day to get an appointment and I was able to do so within less than half an hour. Thank you Fresh Dental & staff.