Wonderful staff. I came to this office from a different orthodontist and it was so much better here. I'm grateful for the speed and care of which they straightened my teeth :) read more

Dr. Van Allen is a thoughtful and dedicated orthodontist. I didn't have crooked teeth. My front teeth were loose and were in danger of falling out from a traumatic accident. I went to a highly respected orthodontist in my neighborhood but his treatment plan seemed too simple and didn't sound right. From a recommendation, I went to Dr. Van Allen. I live nowhere near her office but decided to make the commute. I'm so glad I did. She spent a considerable amount of time examining my teeth, asking questions, consulted with my dentist and then went over my treatment plan. At each visit, she was very thoughtful and carefully examined my progress. She's just also a kind person. I'm so fortunate to have found her. So when my pre-teen son needed help with his bite and straightening his crooked teeth, I took him to Dr. Van Allen too. His case is much more common but I see the same care she gives him that she took with me. In addition, Dr. Van Allen has a wonderful support staff of technicians and administrators to make each visit professional and easy. She is worth the commute. read more

Dr. Van Allen is incredible! She fixed my teens teeth in a couple years efficiently and with minimal invasiveness. She and her staff are always courteous and professional. I highly recommend her for your children and teens! read more

It's a clean, comfortable, and child friendly office. They have monthly raffles and different holiday decorations. The front staff is helpful and calm. Dr. Van Allen is great at explaining and helping kids understand what procedures she is doing. read more

Thank you for creating a cozy environment for your patients and staff. We are grateful for your impacting on patients's life. The journey from the beginning to end has been supporting. Your team is moving the needle for our community . Happy Holidays! read more

Dr Van Allen has done thorough and careful orthodontic work for me. She's super detail oriented and has gone above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of well. She and her team have been wonderful. Thank you!! read more

Dr Van Allen is the best!!! She did my Invisalign and 2 of my 3 sons braces ! She is talented and really cares about the results. The front office is also extremely accommodating and follows up. I wish I could give her 10 stars! read more

Absolutely the BEST experience and the BEST results. No need to go anywhere else for Braces or Invisalign!

Within this establishment, my expectations are met in a gorgeous manner. From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, you feel welcome and nothing less than important. All three of my kids see Dr. Van Allen for their orthodontic needs. She has been honest, friendly, patient, firm and frank with our family. We like her very much. read more

Dr. Van Allen office is an amazing place..both of my kids went there for their ortho treatment. I highly recommend Dr. Van Allen's office. read more

Miriam V Van Allen, DDS - Office - Orthodontists Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We love Dr. Van Allen and her staff!! They are all very kind and gentle with my daughter!

I was referred to Dr. Van Allen by another parent. Best recommendation I have ever received. Dr. Van Allen treated my older son who had really bad teeth and within 18 months he had perfect teeth and a million-dollar smile. She is now treating my younger son and the progress so far has been amazing. Dr. Van Allen is incredibly friendly and very easy to talk to. She always goes above and beyond to make sure the patient and the parents are aware of the process. Front office staff is also amazing and bends over backward to give appointments that work for the kids and parents with their hectic lifestyles. Finally, pricing appears to be at the bottom range of LA orthodontics based on my conversations with a lot of other parents that go elsewhere for treatment. read more

Dr Van Allen has taken excellent care of both my kids teeth.Always offering advice above and and beyond and making sure the process is thorough every step of the way. She and her team are also wonderful. Accommodating appointments that suit our family, and endless patience across all aspects of my kids care. Now graduating from their orthodontic work here with Dr Van Allan we feel grateful for all the care, professionalism and laughter. read more

Excellent dr and staff very knowledgeable and efficient. So glad I got my invisalign here would definitely recommend to anyone I'm in a wheelchair and they were very helpful read more

Great staff! Great doctor! Highly efficient. They have a system. Dr. Miriam is very thorough and informative. This is my daughter's first time getting invisiline and so far the process has been smooth. read more

Dr. Van Allen is the best of the best! I've been to a number of orthodontists in Los Angeles, and no one else is as committed to her patients as Dr. Van Allen. She treated me with Invisalign and going into the process I had several friends warn me that it would be painful and hard to stay on program - Dr. Van Allen's program was tailored to me with such perfection that my teeth are straight (faster than I expected, I may add) and I never had any pain or discomfort or issues complying with the schedule. What's more, she's always friendly, her office is clean and super convenient, and her staff is delightful and accommodating. read more

My son and daughter have had a fair amount of ortho work done since both of them had hereditary issues with crowded teeth and small jaws. Whether it was getting braces or realigning their retainer, they both LOVE going here. Dr.Van Allen is a kind, professional orthodontist with an amazing attention to detail. My son had an emergency with 2 molar infections, which was not related to this office. Our pediatric dentist had NO IDEA what to do. I called Dr. Van Allen in tears and she looked over his x-rays and recommended an amazing endodontist who avoided root canals and treated my son's infections. Dr. Van Allen also called to check-in on my son, which our pediatric dentist never did. We are so fortunate to have an orthodontist who truly cares about her patients. I highly recommend Dr. Van Allen to everyone! read more

I started Invisalign at this office several years back. I was going through *a lot* of stress and found it difficult to remember to put in or change my trays, but had paid for the entire set of Invisalign trays in full early in the treatment. Well, since they already had my money it seemed like they couldn't care less whether I followed up on treatment -- or more importantly -- try to help me to resolve some of the difficulties I was having, such as PAIN. They just didn't care. Toward the end of my treatment, I had a new job and wasn't able to make the appointments during their very limited and strict office hours -- 1.5 hours away from where I worked in heavy L.A. traffic (I learned the hard way how rude the staff could be once when I was late). Plus, their parking was non-existent and they don't validate. Well, one day I just happened to be walking by my apartment building's common area and noticed an Invisalign box with my name on it sitting on *top* of the mail boxes -- not securely inside my small bin because the package didn't fit. It had been sitting there for days. It contained my remaining six or so trays with a note from Dr. Nuckles saying that they "simply did not have room for them." They weren't sent to me by Fed Ex or registered mail, or even in a separate box -- it was just the regular flimsy Invisalign box where they would pull my trays from at the orthodontist office. No phone call letting me know they were sending the trays, either. I was floored that they would be so irresponsible with such expensive items to send it by unreliable, regular U.S. mail. It was a major "F-U, thanks for your $4,000, be on your crooked teeth way." A year later I wanted to resume treatment (elsewhere!) and left a message for Dr. Nuckles requesting a call back because I wanted to know how to start again. I never got a call back. I'd never recommend this orthodontist. They are inflexible, uncaring, rude, and as an other reviewer too politely said "commercial" (read: greedy). read more

Don't use Dr. Nuckles for your invisalign needs. You'll be sorry you did. I had braces in college, but then like most young adults, I was terrible about using the retainer every day and night afterwards. My teeth had shifted over the years, so I went to see Dr. Nuckles after I was referred to her by my dentist. Right from the very beginning, she made me uncomfortable. She told me that she thought two of my teeth were too narrow aesthetically compared to the teeth around them, and she would like to do the invisalign process in such a way that we left extra space in those places for the teeth to be manually widened using porcelain. I told her I didn't want anything I didn't need to be added to my teeth, and to please just straighten my existing teeth. She replied that I didn't need to make the decision just yet, and she'd talk to me later on in the invisalign process. So I was going every month to get my invisaligns, and they often cancelled appointments because Dr. Nuckles was going to be on vacation or out-of-the-office. When they cancelled the appointment, they made no effort to reschedule even though they were the source of the cancellation. I had to call back directly and try to reschedule. Which was a pain in the butt because apparently when Dr. Nuckles was on vacation, they simply closed the office, and none of the desk staff had to work either. This happened multiple times. So I couldn't keep to the best schedule, because I had to wait for the office to reopen before I could even call to get a new appointment, which would then be another few weeks out. Since I'd had braces before, the invisalign wasn't going to be a full treatment. But I wasn't told how many trays I would actually need. So it came as a surprise when one day Dr. Nuckles declared we were actually pretty much done and, lo and behold, I did in fact have those 'planned' gaps in my mouth!! I told her I did NOT want to leave my mouth that way, but she said I should just consider it, and she referred me to a cosmetic dentist in her building. I went to see the cosmetic dentist who told me I could get the gaps filled with porcelain for several hundred dollars. I told her that I really didn't want to, but that Dr. Nuckles had recommended it, and she said, 'Yes, we see a lot of Dr. Nuckles' patients down here.' Which led me to believe that either Dr. Nuckles doesn't know how to do her job straightening teeth properly, or she's running a racket with her fellow colleague downstairs. So I went back to see my dentist, and asked if I should get my teeth widened. She said I could if I wanted to, but she wouldn't recommend it, that it is best not to add anything unnecessary to the mouth just for cosmetic reasons. I explained that it was not my idea out of vanity, it was Dr. Nuckles' idea. And she told me that she definitely would not do it then. So I go back to Dr. Nuckles and tell her I don't want my teeth widened, and what will she do for me? She insisted that it couldn't be fixed. She said that with the way my mouth is, there's no way to straighten my teeth without leaving gaps. (I believe this to be bullshit, as I had previously had my teeth straightened with braces with none of these problems!) I expressed my displeasure, and she finally agreed to do a few additional 'adjustment' trays that would be covered by the original contract, and she would move my teeth forward so that the gaps would be at the middle of my mouth in front of my molars instead of at the front with my incisors. That's the best she would do. And with no alternative, that's what I had to accept! At this same time, I found out that they either lied to me or completely misinterpreted their estimate of what my insurance would pay, and I had to pay an additional $500 out of pocket. (I had paid the entire bill in full except the insurance estimate before they would even start on my teeth, but now they would not go forward with my additional trays without this new payment, which was insult to injury.) I did the additional trays, leaving big gaps in front of my molars in two places in my mouth. I was given the group of four retainers at the end of service, and I had an appointment to follow up to make sure I didn't have any last questions. And they canceled that appointment too, for another vacation!!! I had had it, so I just never bothered to reschedule that one, and I haven't been back. Several times a week, when my entire meal goes into those spaces in my mouth and I have to try to pick at my teeth in public or find floss immediately, I curse the day I ever met Dr. Nuckles. I'm only giving 2 stars because I have to admit that my teeth are at least mostly straight again. But suffice to say that most people in my life know her name, and not for a good reason, but because I suffer at nearly every meal. Avoid her. read more

I Think Dr.Nuckles is a great orthodontist! She is very professional and she has a great staff-both front office and back! Her chairside assistant, Michelle, has been with her "forever". It's nice to see an office that has consistent staff. It does get really busy in the afternoons-but that's to be expected. Dr.Nuckles even saw my step daughter when she was living in Los Angeles mid treatment and was able to fill in and keep the treatment going as planned. read more

I had successful orthodontic procedure done by Dr, Nuckles a couple of years ago and am extremely happy with the personal attention I received and the results. Went to the offie yesterday for a concern I had and Dr. Van Allen saw me right away without an appointment and answered my questions. Good results and friendly staff. If you need an orthodontist, Dr. Nuckles is a great choice. read more

I just called to schedule a free consultation. They asked if I have seen an orthodontist and I said yes, I have seen two and they are different ends of the scale. She said they charge $125 for a "second opinion" but that it is rolled into the fee if I choose to go with them. Orthodontic services cost between $2,000 to $5,000+. It seems like orthodontist offices assume that once you step into their office that is the only office you are allowed to see. If I am going to pay that much money on a service (most insurances don't cover orthodontics), I should be able to shop around. Dr. Nuckles website offers "complimentary consultations", "no strings attached" but that is a LIE. If you are an informed consumer who wants to make sure they are working with the right orthodontist, you will have to pay just to see if it is the right fit. The good thing is that it saved me an hour of bothering to go to their office to find out they have bad business practices. Maybe she is a good orthodontist who doesn't need patients who want to shop around, she wants them just to rely on her reputation. Well, I didn't know her reputation, that's why I wanted to meet with her. Not anymore. read more

I just had the best experience with Dr. Nuckles. I see another poor review about a free consultation. Well, mine was free and no questions asked so that isn't true. I went to another orthodontist and a dentist specializing in Invisalign. The other orthodontist said Invisalign could not do what I needed. Then the dentist said in a flash second how perfect it would be for me. I was confused how I could get two contradicting results. My trustworthy dentist and my good friend who is a client with Dr. Nuckles both recommended her. She was knowledgable in a way I did not get with the other two. She explained and showed me samples of why I should not spend my money on Invisalign even though it could do what I needed. She was not there to make money off of me. I trusted her by how she spoke to me, and I could tell she knew her stuff more than the other two. So shop around is my advice (meaning don't trust others) and definitely use Dr. Nuckles if you need Invisalign. I trust her and to me that deserves as many stars as possible. read more

I just left this office with my daughter, and once again the sour disposition of the the woman at the front desk has left a bad taste (pun intended). Unfortunately, this isn't a one off...this experience repeats itself every time I need to schedule the next appointment. It's too bad, because the rest of the staff is lovely. read more

Great orthodontist! She is caring, knowledgeable and professional! She chooses the best treatment for her patients. She tells her honest opinion and tries to help as much as she can. read more

We recommend Dr. Nuckles to EVERYBODY! My daughter still had lots of baby teeth at 13, but several orthodontists were ready to strap her in a chair and put her through "phases" of braces that would have taken extra time and money to complete the work. Dr. Nuckles told us it would be fine to wait until her permanents came in. We did and are so happy with the results. She and her entire staff are kind and professional, very informative and willing to explain and listen. They worked with us on a payment plan that was great for uninsured patients. We asked LOTS of parents for referrals and I'm so glad we picked Dr. Nuckles - my daughter is 16 and has a beautiful smile and we know we made the right choice, especially because she loves her smile and learned to love her teeth and respect her retainer! Thank you so much, Dr. Nuckles! read more

We spent around $4,000 in 18 months on our son's orthodontics adjustment with Dr. Nuckles. But, Dr. Nuckles did not perform her job right. My son's K-9 teeth are not lined up, and his dentist said we need to find another specialist for consultation. And his teeth needs to be readjusted. When Dr. Nuckles released my son, she did not mention anything wrong but praised her own job. But now all our money and time are wasted. Her office is very busy and commercial. But she obviously is there for the money but nothing else. read more

I underwent Invisalign treatment with Dr. Nuckles and am very pleased with the results. Dr. Nuckles is extremely knowledgeable, has outstanding credentials, and doesn't recommend unnecessary procedures. Everyone in the office is warm and friendly and they even went the extra mile by staying after hours to take an impression for my retainer. Dr. Nuckles is the best orthodontist in LA. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my teeth. read more

Highly ethical, outstanding credentials, warm, accommodating and friendly. Her office staff also are so friendly, efficient and helpful. So lucky to have found her! Our daughter actually enjoys her visits. Thank you Dr. Nuckles for the excellent care! read more

Great staff. Very efficient and professional. Saw my child in a bind and made us all feel so cared for. Reliable, responsible and very clear up front about any and all needs/costs etc. The Dr and her entire staff are so pleasant and reassuring with all children and adults. Wouldn't go anywhere else! read more

The office is busy, no doubt, but the staff is professional, quick and very informative. I never had a problem with Dr.Nuckles office. They are a great group. My daughter's teeth,-and they were a challenge - are beautiful thanks to Dr. Nuckles and her exceptional staff. read more

Dr. Nuckles is an amazing orthodontist and highly credentialed. I would not go anywhere else.

I highly recommend Dr. Nuckles. My kids and I all had orthodontics done here and she did a great job for all of us . Great office staff and assistants . Beautiful updated office. read more

Beware of the billing practices! The service of Dr. Nuckles is adequate and the staff of her orthodontics office seemed friendly. However, I found their billing practices to be questionable. My insurance policy covered 50% of the quoted price and I paid the other 50% upon my first visit to the office. Weeks later when I received the insurance letter with the explanation of the charges, I discovered that the staff at Dr. Nuckles'office had quoted to me a higher price for the procedure than it submitted to the insurance company. Consequently, the amount I had paid directly to Dr. Nuckles' office was more than 50% of the total cost of the procedure that was quoted to the insurance company. I called the office and hoped to have the matter of my overpayment settled in a few minutes, as it was a small amount. Kathy, the billing assistant, came up with a story that she had submitted the lesser amount to the insurance company by mistake. She was rather rude as she insisted that they had lost proper reimbursement from the insurance company and told me that there was no way they would refund the difference to me. I tried to talk to Dr. Nuckles, thinking that she was not familiar with what had happened. However, I was not able to talk to her, as neither was she available when I called, nor did she return my call. I came to the conclusion that Dr. Nuckles, by not returning my call, was indicating that she approved of her staff's action. It is my experience, that when a business makes a mistake, they apologize to their customer and rectify their mistake. This was not the case here. I discussed this with my dentist, who recommended Dr. Nuckles to me, and my dentist supported my view. Therefore, neither my dentist, nor I would recommend Dr. Nuckles to new patients. There are many other orthodontists on the Westside who would not only treat their patients well, but would also listen to them and correct any mistakes their staff had made. read more

I just left her office after a consult in which she gave me lots of information and options. Sometimes her staff are not so nice, but she is always SO nice. She has fixed problems on some patients that other orthodontists have caused. read more