Best dental experience I've had. Period. The front desk staff was warm and welcoming. Ian, the assistant, was incredibly kind, gentle, and supportive - he redid the X-rays I had done the day prior at another office, and the difference in quality was immediately obvious. I'm on Medi-Cal and had already had two bad experiences before coming here. Other dental offices felt profit-driven and treated me differently because of my insurance. That was not the case here at all. At no point did I feel like I was being treated as "less than" or that my care was influenced by my insurance. Dr. Pham took the time to listen to my situation and was thorough and professional. He carefully checked everything, including the gum line, and did a proper cleaning. No rushing, no guessing. I came back another time for the filling. Dr. Wang did the work and she was gentle and sweet during the procedure. They used white composite (other offices pushed for silver filling 'cause it's cheaper...) The procedure went very smooth. The only minor soreness was from the injection site, which is expected - the tooth itself feels perfect. This is how dentistry should be done. Highly recommend! read more

I have been going to Meridian for years. They are gentle, professional and so capable. Everything you want in a Dentist. The front desk has an amazing insurance expert who has it together for the office - and that is saying something bc it is complicated business dealing with insurance companies. I highly recommend Dr. Wang. She is so gentle and thorough. The whole office is so well run and harmonious. Highly recommend. read more

Total shakedown, I went last spring as my crown broke, and the receptionist made me feel like I was being punked at a strip joint. They emptied what ever they could from my insurance, the Dr then did things I didn't ask for, charged me and it lasted for an hour and then was loose again. they charge 4% for credit cards. Now going to another dentist, and had to pay more out of pocket because they had get as much as they could. Dr was nice enough except when I asked for money back they gave me some. Beware scamster alert. read more

The doctor was kind, and the front desk lady I spoke with initially was also sweet. However, another front desk staff member named Gabby was incredibly disrespectful. Her tone and attitude were aggressive and unprofessional--I felt attacked just for asking a simple question. To make things worse, she also spoke rudely to my mother and grandmother, who are also patients at this office. Because of Gabby's behavior, we've decided to take our care elsewhere. That's three patients lost due to how poorly we were treated. I hope the office takes this seriously, because no one deserves to be spoken to like that--especially at a place where they're seeking care. read more

I've been coming here for many years and love the dental work that Dr Pham and the team does. Highly recommend Meridian Dental for all of your dental needs. Thank you for years of great service! read more

Dr. Kevin King is the WORST doctor I've ever seen in the dental field. As a pre-dental student, I've learned the importance of professionalism with patients in a dental clinic. However, I do not believe Dr.King has learned this important aspect. He was very rude to my mother, who was a patient in his chair not long ago. He yelled and kicked my mother out of the room when the assistant left. He yelled, "GET OUT NOW!" because she was in excruciating pain. When I called the office to speak with him, they informed him. He texted me an extremely rude message, he threatened me to "stop calling the office". I will be complaining him to insurance as well as seeking legal advice asap. read more

Meridien Dental - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Santa Monica, California

My appointment was with Dr Pham. It was my first time there and I found the office atmosphere aesthetically pleasing. I was greeted by Gabby in front office who was both efficient and a breath of fresh air in comparison to other dental offices I've visited (apologies, I didn't get her name). It was obvious she knew her job and handled it well. His assistant Ian treated me with patience and kindness. Dr Pham took me through a thorough examination, he focused on every tooth and took the time to brief me on various issues. He made sure the receptionist knew what the issues were before I left so she could go over everything with me. For the first time since I moved to Los Angeles I feel that my teeth are now and will be in the future, in good hands. I think it's safe to say after years of so-so dental treatment I've finally found my dentist! read more

DON'T COME HERE. I have a chipped tooth I needed repaired. I had been a patient for years, so I went within 1 week of the chip to get it examined. The dentist examined & said I would need to get it repaired within 1 month, so they would send for insurance approval. The front office sent an outdated xray of my teeth from the year prior (6-9 months before my tooth was chipped) without telling me I needed to get a new Xray. They said it takes insurance 4 weeks to review. I had to call the office multiple times to check on the status of the claim. Finally, after 7 weeks - when I called them - they said insurance didn't approve it (because they sent an outdated X-ray). There's no accountability for the lack of communication. I even spoke to a doctor who took no blame because she said she "doesn't deal with insurance". No one could tell me why they would send an outdated x-ray to insurance from time my tooth wasn't broken. Because they wasted so much of my time, I now need to scramble to get my tooth fixed elsewhere. read more

I went to Dr. Pham's office to adjust the height of my crown for one tooth. He aggressively up sold me on unnecessary procedures, which damaged my tooth. I had another tooth with the old silver filling. I didn't feel any uncomfortable, and didn't complain the silver looking at all. But he recommended replacing the silver material with the white, without specifying any solid reasons. Yes, it was my fault that I chose to trust him, without asking questions. After the filling, the tooth has been super sensitive and hurting. I can't bite on that side. Only after 3 weeks, the filling fell out. I had to go to his office for a new filling. Actually the original hole filled by the silver material was deep and big, and closed to the nerve, so the replacement easily weakened the already weak tooth because of the drilling. The second opinions from other dentists are because no new cavity and that tooth didn't bother me, i might want to leave it alone. But now, I might need to do the crown and the root canal treatment if the new filling doesn't work. I will update later about how the new filling goes. Please protect your teeth and be careful about the unnecessary procedures he recommends. BTW, the office is clean, and staff are helpful. read more

Horror. They will try so hard to get all your money, insurance and your own. Plus they will make you go through A lot of x rays that you don't need over and over even if you provided full set of fresh ones from the other clinic, even though though their dentist just did it and they not aware of it. Will push also deep cleaning even though I just done it and told them several times, they completely ignoring everything you say. I came with one issue and they didn't give me the answer even after taking x-Ray of this one tooth 6 times total first by their hygienist then by doctor's assistant. Doctor couldn't even tell where I need a treatment instead this clueless doctor told me- bunch of expensive staff I don't need like redoing my new crowns etc. Talking about dr Feng. Oh and prepare to pay 20$ parking in their building because they don't validate it. read more

I had the best experience getting my teeth cleaned, x-rays, etc. today. I got to watch Netflix while they worked on me. From the front desk, to the Dentist and her assistant, everyone was amazing. Their customer service and ability to make me feel comfortable were above and beyond. I'm so glad that I found them!! read more

I was recommended to go to Meridien Dental by a friend, and since they do take my insurance, I figured I would see why they rave about this clinic/office. Since my first visit, I've always enjoyed my visits here. The staff is wonderful, prompt, and professional. The clinic is extremely clean, and every service is top notch. I have seen both docs here over the years from Dr. Pham to Dr. Wang and I leave satisfied with my smile every appointment. If you're looking for long-term dental care, I'd highly recommend Meridien Dental and their excellent team. read more

Dentist has been one of my biggest fears but not the meridian dental it's the opposite i always rush to my next appointment ultimate fun it almost feels like you're at an amusement park fun at it's max levels where can i start.... Lemme tell you about Gabriella gabby when she picks up the phone to tell you when is your next appointment it's like an utopia her voice makes you want to buy a Ferrari to get there as quickly as possible super professional super considerate and dr. Palillo omg pain doesn't exist if you're one of her patients she got the magic touch no matter how complicated your procedure is she'll make it feel the easiest and the most painless procedure on earth you'll be that's it ? She'll respond back with her most precious relaxing voice and will tell you that's it you're procedure is done you just can't believe how professional and expert she is in the dental field..... and the other staff is amazing amazing amazing! You're lucky to be of the meridian dental patients. Highly highly highly recommend! read more

Recently switched dentist to Dr. Wang over at Meridien Dental. A+ When it comes to Dental and Medical offices, I like to know what is going on with money/insurance. As Dr. Wang did my exam(which is rare in my experience where the dentist does the entire exam) she was aware of what was and wasn't covered by insurance for future appointments and if needed. Not the, check with the front deck response you usually get. An office that has knowledge of their trade as well as the business side and isn't pushy about it, is phenomenal these days! A thorough exam. A wonder clean, polish and rinse. A great experience. Then I was checking out and the front desk administrator was out to lunch. Dr. Pham, the owner, checked in the next patient and checked me out. He cares! Highly recommend. Thank you, Meridien Dental! See you at the next appointment. read more

Traumatized with chronic pain after getting work done here. I can no longer chew or drink on one side of my mouth... I needed 1 filling that turned into a 4 month process as my temporary caps kept falling out and their lab "messed up" my permanent mold FOUR times. Prolonging the process from a promised "2 weeks" to 4 months. I saw every dentist at the office due to the amount of times I was forced to visit. Dr Pham dropped a cap down my throat. Dr Wang missed my gums and stabbed my cheek with a needle. The way they treat their dental assistants is shameful. I cannot urge you enough to not go here - for your own safety. Read the other negative reviews, they're true. read more

Had my appointment with Dr. Palillo. She is truly a gem. She communicated well and clear at what she is going to do. Doesn't force me like "someone else" to do this or that. It's kinda weird to say that I don't feel pain at all. She is gentle and cares about her patients. I'd recommend her. read more

Dr Amy Huang was spot on! Brilliant and caring. Very thorough and knowledgeable. At my age, I've been to many dentists & so far I have nothing but good things to report & zero complaints. read more

The absolute worst medical provider I have ever been to in my life. Fresh out of dental school, these millennial dentists can't be bothered to practice bedside manner or even pretend like they care. Oh and their "dental hygienists" have the deftness of a drunk sailor. Literally drenched my face with water and plaque. If you have a shred of self respect, you will avoid this place and choose one of the hundreds of capable dentists in LA County. And if not, you're better off watching a YouTube video and doing your own dental work. read more

Had such a horrible experience here! It took them 4 tries to get the shot right with my daughter, and then the filling they put in fell out twice! And after all that, they couldn't even process the insurance claim properly, sent me the bill, and told me to deal with the insurance company myself. I was really surprised! Not what you'd expect at a location like that. Also! After my cleaning, they told me I need to have a few of my old fillings replaced. So I scheduled an appointment to do a bunch of dental work. Then after they botched up my daughter's teeth, we ran for the hills and went to a different dentist -- turns out my old fillings are just fine. Ugh! read more

Lots of unnecessary upselling. Get a second opinion before proceeding with any major work here.

The power of LOVE is real! Every time I go to my Dentist here - I feel LOVED! Highly recommend! read more

Dr. Pham came recommended by a good friend. Wow, was I happy I chose Meridien. He was courteous, professional and extremely transparent. Highly recommend this dental office. Everyone from the front desk to the dentists, everyone was professional and warm. Plus, having the option to catch up on your favorite show while in the chair is a huge plus! I found out they have been there during the pandemic for emergencies. I love an office that is there for its community when in need. read more

I usually refrain from writing reviews, however if I'm paying for an expensive service such as dental work, i expect a high standard of work as should anyone else. The only reason I'm even writing this review is because if I can help even one person avoid this place and save their money and not give noney to this place, I'll be delighted as they took a bunch of my money for half ass dental work. So after an initial visit and x-ray I was recommended several fillings to which I agreed and we setup appointments to have the procedures done. After they did some fillings, one of the onlays they put in fell out a few weeks later. No big deal, shit happens. I call to setup an appointment to get it thrown back on and it's back on. Cool. Several weeks later, it falls out again. This time I'm pretty annoyed because the initial recommendation should have been for a crown if there was a possibility it would keep falling out. However they never even suggested a crown or made mention of it. So I setup another appointment, thinking they'll fix it again without asking any questions and I'll be on my way. They actually had the nerve to ask me to pay out of pocket to put it back on, to which I refused. They said they'll waive the fee this time and said next time they would have to charge, and that it would probably be best to get a crown if it falls out again. So after they max out my insurance, they realize that a crown would have probably been the way to go initially. They put the onlay back on, however it fell out again, and I'm definitely not returning. In addition to their shoddy work (as evidenced by other reviewers mentioning the same issues of filings falling out all the time), their billing is absolutely horrific. I asked on several occasions for a breakdown / treatment plan of work being completed, how much insurance is covering, and how much I would be paying out of pocket, and not once did I receive the treatment plan. In fact, after asking 4 or 5 times, all I would receive is "this is how much you'll be paying next time". I like to see what's being done, and how much I'm being charged, so that I can make an accurate assessment on whether or not I'm overpaying for services. However this is extremely difficult to assess when you can't even get a proper billing statement. Regardless of their billing issues, avoid this place because of their shoddy dental work. Dental work isn't cheap, and that's fine, I don't expect it to be as it takes a lot of skill. However if I'm paying top dollar for dental work, I expect the work to be good, and the office to be professional and to lay out all my options in front of me. I should not be asked to pay for a visit to fix something that wasn't done properly the first time around, and if there was a possibility of there being complications in the future (such as a filling that keeps falling out), then a different procedure should have been done from the get go. I hope this review helps someone out, and helps them seek out one of the many competent dentists in the Los Angeles area. read more

Dr. Karina Palillo was excellent , very kind and very knowledge and explained everything well to my kids , Monica & Gabi were friendly Staff with beautiful smiles as well as the doctor assistance, very nice and clean upscale clinic , I really recommend them for kids and adults. read more

First visit with Dr Ochi and his assistants Gabby and Olivia who were extremely nice and attentive. Come in for a cleaning and X-rays and come out with a brighter smile. I recommend this dental office fully and can't wait to go back for my next appointment. read more

Good service as always!!!! Great to chat with Dr. Pham and Gabby and the front office!!! See you in July!!!!

First off let me just say that I never liked going to the dentist before.. I have a ton of anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist so I spent a ton of time looking for the perfect dentist and I have definitely found him! Dr. Pham is simply amazing! His staff are really great as well! They made me feel so comfortable and they always made sure that I was doing ok and not uncomfortable. The office is simply beautiful as well! They have all state of the art equipment and to top it off they have a tv in front of each chair so that you can watch a movie or listen to music while being worked on. They also have small chandeliers in the waiting room that are so pretty :) I loved the fact that after calling to make an appointment the receptionist called me to let me know that I wouldn't have to pay anything out of pocket and letting me know that they already verified everything with my insurance so that there wouldn't be any issues. And did I mention that they got me an appointment for same day?! oh and that they are open on Saturdays as well. I have to go back next week to get a deep cleaning and filling but I'm not dreading it for once. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! I feel like it couldn't get any better! read more

Terrible terrible experience. Had two cavities and a cleaning done. Every time seen by a different person. On my first checkup they sent my insurance company a price quote on $20k+ in work that could be done. Cleaning: Halfway through my cleaning the hygienist left and had her apprentice finish off (while I had to hold some of the equipment!!) Then I had a filling redone on my front tooth. Six months later I came back for a new filling in the back of my teeth. After a few months the back teeth started to hurt. I went in and they said that it had to be re-done (and I had to pay for it). At the same appointment they mentioned "your front tooth filling is discolored so you should probably redo that as well" - it was done BY THEM 6 months ago!! Clearly frustrated, I went for a third party opinion. They told me that the back teeth was just not properly filed, so my bite was not perfect and it irritated the nerves on my mouth. They also said the front teeth was just very poorly done and did not at all match my actual teeth color. Never ever going back. read more

First visit here this morning and let me say I was impressed from the moment I walked in! The office is beautifully decorated with coffee and water available. The paperwork and check in was super fast and easy thanks to Melissa, and I went right in! No wait! Dr. England and her assistant-Stephanie, I think- were wonderful! But before I get to that...they have Roku available in the chair!!! So I watched orange is the new black while getting everything done! I mean seriously, it makes me want to go back just because of that!! Back to the visit itself-Dr. England was super thorough and sweet. She had to break the bad news that after 15 years of only having one cavity, I had a few others I started crying which was super embarrassing but she was so nice and comforting about it-she has a great bedside manner! My teeth feel super clean and pretty and the visit was quick (super important for me), effective, and all around pleasant. I'm kinda looking forward to the deep cleaning going to get in the next month or so!!! Thanks ladies!! read more

Meridien Dental - Yea this is the view from the dental chair! They give you headphones and everything!!! - Cosmetic Dentists Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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After Saban community clinic refused to do my extraction I looked for a dentist near me, in Santa Monica that takes dentical.x I googled dentical offices near me and found three, including meridien. I spoke with the receptionist and explained that I had been to two different dentist.A general Practioner(Wong) and Dr.Andy Lee a specialist in oral implant surgery. The plan was to extract number seventeen a large molar on the left bottom and replace it with an implant. Meridian dental asked if I could send x-rays in advance so that when I came in on my first appointment I could proceed with the extraction, but when I got there, after clearing my schedule all day I got bad news once I was in the chair. The dentist said do to an unknown factor ( hip implants ) and possible infection they could not extract the tooth.I really needed it out so I could go to topimplnt and get the basement bargain price on the replacement implant . So as politely as I could , I got up and called topimplant center and scheduled to have the extraction done the next day.boo hoo, I won't be able to use my dentical.But I will get rid of a hazard to my health at no further delay. I gave them a two star because I spoke prior to my visit to lock down the job I was hiring them to do.My other dentists sent them my dental records, on their own time.I lost a full day only to walk out of the chair with a hazardous Tooth. It's one thing to Go the the dentist with an issues it's completely unacceptable to leave a dentist chair with an issue.I lost a lot of time and will end up having to pay for something my insurance would cover, if it were done with an honest ,Selling point ....nice office... read more

I was recently referred to Dr. Pham through a friend. I was very pleasantly surprised in how I enjoyed my dental visit. The staff was very friendly and professional. Dr. Pham was very thorough and gentle. He was also knowledgeable and gave me great advices. I went into the appointment, thinking that I will need a couple of new crowns based on my other dentist's suggestion. To my surprise, Dr. Pham told me that I should keep them as is since they were still in good condition. Unlike other dentists, he wasn't trying to suggest things that I don't need. Instead, he understood what I actually needed and cared about my wellbeing. I appreciate his honesty and professionalism. Asides from the great service, the office is also beautiful. It feels more like a spa than a dental office with beverages, comfortable dental chair and TVs. read more

Have been going to Meridien Dental for a couple years now and have been very pleased with both Dr. Pham and Dr. Englund. I was one of those people that hadn't been dentist in a very long time, so was expecting the worst and it turned out to be fairly pleasant experience. I now go to the dentist like clockwork! Both doctors and all the support staff are friendly, easy to talk and very good at answering all my questions--which I had a lot of since I hadn't been to dentist in a long time. They're also very good about explaining what needs to be done, and what your insurance will cover. And the office is brand new and therefor in great shape and really pretty. Plus it's close to my office and apartment, so I can walk to appointments. read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. (Particularly when I'm in the dentists chair, with my mouth full of dental equipment) and so I will type them instead. Ever since discovering this little Oasis here in Santa Monica, I've been consistently and pleasantly surprised with each and every recurring visit. What does it say about a dental office when you actually Look Forward to going back? Well the answer is obvious. From the levitating full cable monitors that hover over your head for your agreeable-neck-position viewing pleasure during every procedure, to the exceedingly (and I suspect genuinely) friendly staff at every stage of an appointment, my own visits to this office have been more of a pleasure than anything I have encountered before, dentally speaking of course. read more

Avoid going to this dental office. They're overpriced and not professional! They charge $200 for the first appointment with X RAYS and then they AGAIN CHARGE YOU for every "additional" X RAY. Excuse me, what? Every other dental office (after I decided to look for different one) gave me estimate $70 for first appointment + $30 for X RAY. Dentist wasn't professional as well everything I heard was "maybe", while different specialist started my treatment right away. Secondly I called them after my visit to get estimate for root canal and lady at the front desk told me "we can't give you estimate because we don't do root canal. We will need to transfer you to different specialist " (Why would you take me with root canal problem if you don't do root canal?) . I asked them to send me my X RAYS and she told me :"In order for us to send you X RAYS you need to pay $20 fee." Excuse me? Paying $20 for X RAYS that I already paid $235? Because "it's their policy". With such policy and service you will loose your patients. After they didn't send me X RAYS I decided to let everybody know so no one else will be trapped in their unprofessional service. Terrible. I just TRASHED $235. read more

I have been a patient at Meridien Dental for many years. Dr. Pham is efficient, thorough, gentle and attentive. His staff is courteous, office is clean, well organized and on time. Excellent service and highly recommended. read more

DO NOT GO HERE. If I could give 0 stars I would. long story short... myself & a friend went here and were told we had multiple cavities. over a year later -- I went to a new dentist because i did not believe i need $2k in work done... and surprise surprise he said my teeth were perfect. Also said "who has been cleaning your teeth recently? they did a horrible job". My friend -- went to their family dentist back home -- and was also told that the cavities he had according to meridian did not exist. read more

Dr Pham and team are very attentive. Clean office and flexible appointments, given calendar time, to be able to book long appointments to reduce number of visits. Very clear on dental health plan and next steps as well as insurance needs read more

My first experience was perfect. Amina was delightful to greet me and everyone was very professional. Happy I found my new dentist.

Attractive office, friendly people... but the kind of terrible experience that makes you think you can never trust dentists. Ever. Like a sneaky mechanic just making up problems because you don't know any better. I went here for a routine cleaning last year, and after only having 2 fillings my whole life, Dr. Pham was suddenly recommending 7 fillings. SEVEN! And gum surgery for 2 spots of receding gums that haven't moved in about 10 years. (sorry - talking about dental stuff all sounds so gross) Point is, Dr. Pham wanted to turn a routine cleaning into thousands of dollars of work. I was completely shocked (and terrified that my teeth were falling apart). But then when I pressed with more questions about what was really wrong, it turns out that I didn't actually have ANY cavities... He was recommending repairs on my 2 existing fillings (legit, maybe?), but then he also wanted to drill holes "preventatively" into 5 perfectly fine teeth because he was sure a few spots of staining meant they'd *eventually* get cavities and need fillings. Ok. WTF. Sure, I get that as a dentist you see things that will most likely become a problem down the line. But the quickest way to MAKE them a problem is to drill friggin holes in your teeth and weaken them. Not ok!! I agreed to the two repair fillings, but declined the offer to weaken 5 additional teeth. Ugh. Flash forward to today: I finally braved a new dentist, and he told me my teeth looked fantastic. 17 months later, and those 5 "problem spots" have gotten no worse, and still need no work. I was so relieved, and it also completely confirmed my suspicions about Dr. Pham's shady approach. Bottom line: Do NOT just blindly trust the recommendations of this overly aggressive practice. Slow down, get a second opinion, and for the longevity of your teeth, don't drill into teeth that don't actually need it yet! read more

I've been coming to Dr Pham since he first opened his practice about 3 years ago and could not recommend him with more enthusiasm. He always takes the time to explain everything to me, never pressures me for more work, gives honest and sincere advice, and overall has a pleasant and welcoming office environment with great front desk staff. He recently took on another doctor, Dr Englund, who is also a fantastic dentist. If you have UCLA's insurance I would highly recommend that students take advantage of his services. They also do really affordable teeth whitening, carefully considering what level of whiteness you're going for. Many thanks for making the dentist such a great experience! read more