Dr. Y and his staff are so amazing! I highly recommend them. He's gentle and the staff is very…read morecaring. I had crowns performed and a root canal. Mathis is my go-to whenever I have any dental needs.

Recently got Delta Dental, and this was the office assigned to me. Be aware, they are only open two…read moredays a week. I arrived 15 mins early in case there was paperwork to be filled out, and there was. I will say, the front office girls were very nice and very helpful. HOWEVER... I was in because I lost a crown. I still have the tooth underneath and just needed a temporary for now. I got my X-rays done. I've seen plenty of dental xrays and these were just masses of blurry blobs on the screen. Once done, I was sent back out to the waiting room. Eventually, I was moved into an exam room. Read an entire magazine while I waited. 90 mins after my appt, the doctor came in. He proceeded to poke into my mouth with a small mirror and started to WIGGLE one of the root tips in my mouth while giving instructions to the nurse. I tried to stop him, but the man was on a mission. He went over my entire mouth multiple times, changing the numbers he gave the girl more than once, obviously confused. While he poked and prodded and mumbled, he was LEANING IN MY SHOULDER AND FOREHEAD LIKE I WAS A DESK!!!! I might as well have had IKEA stamped on my head! THEN, he says the crown next to the missing one needs to be replaced. O_O. The 'crown' he spoke of is NOT A CROWN but a real tooth. He left, and the front office girl came in and told me my total would be close to $3,000. I have insurance, so I got a discount! I made another appointment just to be polite to the girls up front, since I was pretty much in shock. I could still feel the heel of the man's hand imprinted on my forehead. I'd rather go without the crown than ever return.

Hello, I am writing this review to ALERT New and Existing patients. I have been a patient for…read moreabout 30 years started with Dr. Kates and since Dr. Michael Balikyan has taken over his office manager Naomi which also handles the billing has been overcharging my family and I & has also foraged my son-in-law signature to squeeze more money out of his pocket from original treatment plan Naomi presented him a foraged signature that she tried copy his very unique signature. Most recent visit for myself in July 2026 with dental dual coverage I was billed 100% of CT scan of $220.00 without billing either of my insurance with a $75.00 deductible - $50.00 primary and $25.00 secondary however deductible applies once secondary is billed and dental plan will apply deductible depending on the allowed amount of coverage. Example if allowed amount is $15.00 than deductible is $15.00 until deductible is met for the year. Naomi and I have had our differences with overcharging but enough is enough!!! Naomi also highlighted for front-end office staff to bill me for $857.00 for a Zirconia Crown with both insurance payments of $385.50 each total = $771 when I called first was told crown charge is over $1500 then was told crown charge is $1450.00 minus $771.00 insurance payments my balance forward should be $679.00 overcharging me $178.00 I want to point out that Dr. B is a great dentist, and I have not experienced any dental work issues with him and his back-office staff hygienist reason for me continuing to drive from West Covina to Pasadena. Please always ask for a copy of treatment plan, itemized statement and check your benefit plan coverage and/or call your insurance. In my case procedure code D0364 is a covered benefit at 50% with primary and secondary insurance coverage. If you feel you are being overcharged file a Grievance with your insurance or reach out to DMHC.ca.gov for assistance

Great dental hygienist And dentist! Everyone is incredibly friendly, and they do a great job with…read morethe teeth cleaning. They recently moved offices, and everything is brand new and extremely welcoming and inviting.

I had an excellent experience at this dental office. From the moment I walked in, the employees…read morewere friendly, welcoming, and genuinely caring. The head dentist is incredibly wise, knowledgeable, and compassionate, taking the time to explain everything clearly and make patients feel comfortable. Everyone in the office has such great energy and a positive vibe that it immediately puts you at ease. It truly feels like a place where the staff cares about the community and the people they serve. This is exactly what a neighborhood dentistry should be--professional, warm, trustworthy, and focused on making every patient feel valued.

Amazing, amazing, amazing! Came in to get my crown put in and a cleaning. The technology they use…read moreis so awesome! As you can see in the picture, my teeth are as perfect as they are because of Dr. Abedian. She is my go to for my dental hygiene.

I drive from Santa Clarita to see Dr. Atacador. I have full confidence in her. A great dentist. I…read moredon't want to think of her retiring.

I cannot begin to tell you how much I absolutely hate going to the dentist. The childhood trauma,…read morethe very real pain and discomfort associated with all things oral health, and more...I'm sure I can't be the only one, right? On that note, I've been going to Dr. Atacador for years now, despite her not being the closest or most convenient dentist for me. She's just that good! Her office is small, clean, and she and her staff are very friendly and patient. They deal tactfully with fearful and nervous patients like me, to the point where even long-overdue wisdom teeth extractions aren't "that horrible" and routine activities like cleanings and x-rays are almost...comfortable? Plus, you can't beat all the free floss, toothbrushes, and toothpaste. Perfect for traveling! I've had several different dental insurance plans over the years I've been seeing her, and can verify that she accepts GEHA, Aetna, and MetLife, but double check with her to ensure that she is covered by your individual dental plan. So overall: -The good: As far as dentists and staff go, this office can't be beat. They are flexible, kind, patient, and caring. They won't overcharge you or recommend unnecessary work to be done unless you absolutely need it! Plenty of free parking, and they are open on the weekend! Call ahead to ensure availability! -The bad: It's still going to the dentist! If you don't like going, it'll still be tough, but I promise you they will try their best to make sure you're comfortable. -The ugly: I did 4 wisdom tooth extractions and was awake for the procedures. No laughing gas here--only local anesthetic! Ahh! Never want to experience that again, and luckily I'll never have to!

My experiences with dentists ran the full spectrum -- from the types who heavily upsell you while…read moreyour at their mercy in the chair, to the callous kind who literally don't give a sh*t about your aches and pains. Dr. Basson and his team stand above all my previous encounters. The staff are warm and friendly from the get-go. The clinic is well-appointed and warm, with modern equipment that makes for a smoother, faster dental experience. They mention services that I might benefit from, but it never felt pushy. It felt informational and conversational. And the dental experience itself was great. I hadn't had a cleaning in a while but they took care of me throughout. I also came back to have 3 fillings replaced and was done in under 30 mins. Dr. Basson is now my dentist moving forward. My mission is to make sure my husband keeps his first appointment so we can both be patients of his.

Smile Now Dental studio is the best all around. The office…read moreis beautiful, and inviting. The staff makes you feel comfortable from the moment you walk in and the results were better than I ever could imagine. Dr. Basson and his staff were skilled, professional, and truly awesome and I'm so grateful for my new smile! Thanks again guys!

Kelly at the front desk is amazing. Super sweet and was able to get me in right away after work…read more Matt did my X-Rays and was so nice and accommodating. Dr Martin was able to assess my needs, assisted by Willow and I was in and out of the chair in less than 45 min. Not to mention he discounted my dental work because I was paying out of insurance and it made a significant difference. Truly amazing people and wonderful serviceWill happily be back

Is the $59 exam and cleaning at Dentists of Pasadena On Lake too good to be true? Absolutely…read more I had a full dental checkup elsewhere just six months ago with zero indications that any major work was required. Yet after X-rays and a brief exam here, Dr. Sevak Mahout presented me with a $2,000 treatment plan. When I wasn't ready to drop two grand on the spot, I politely declined for the day. That's when the experience went completely downhill. The "cleaning" that followed was easily the worst, most half-assed (more like quarter-assed) dental cleaning I have ever received. Mahout spent maybe seven minutes barely scraping my lower teeth before handing me off to a hygienist for a quick wrap up and polish. It felt like direct retribution for refusing the immediate upsell. Thank God I didn't agree to let him perform actual procedures on my teeth. Now I have to go to a real practice to get my teeth properly cleaned, making this visit a total waste of time and money. Calling Mahout "a doctor" is an insult to true healthcare providers who prioritize patient well-being over profit. A far more accurate name for this place would be "The Dental Factory." Their business model is transparent: high volume, low quality, and aggressive sales pitches. If you think this is an exaggeration, Google how these operations actually work: "The $59 new patient special is a classic marketing strategy known as a 'loss leader.' Many modern dental offices are quietly owned by Dental Support Organizations (DSOs)--large corporate or private-equity chains. Dentists of Pasadena on Lake is owned by one of the largest corporate dental chains in the US, Pacific Dental Services (PDS). Because offices lose money on the $59 promo, the staff is under immense corporate pressure to meet strict daily revenue targets. They are incentivized to aggressively comb through your mouth for upsells--recommending high-margin procedures like same-day CEREC crowns, replacing old fillings, or insisting on expensive deep cleanings before granting a standard cleaning." Did I suddenly develop $2,000 worth of dental issues out of nowhere in just six months? Highly doubtful. I certainly can't trust the medical diagnosis from a place running on high-pressure metrics. Save yourself the headache, the sales pitch, and the terrible service. Or you will leave this office worse off than when you walked in. P.S. WATCH OUT FOR THE POSITIVE "REVIEWS" BY PEOPLE WHO HAVE ZERO TOTAL REVIEWS

Always great care with Dr. Hanna and his staff. Love the two ladies upfront. He also has the best…read moredental assistances. Ruby was outstanding today.! highly recommend him

Everyone is friendly and caring. They listen to my concerns and understand my fear of dentists. The…read moregirls at the front are responsive and are always happy to help with any billing concerns. I 100% recommend them.

The professionalism and respect of every staff member made me feel like a valued customer. I'd…read morelike to call special attention to Mary Lou, Ulanie and Andrea, who went above and beyond to answer all of my questions with care and compassion. I always have a great experience in this super clean, modern facility with state of the art technology!

I had an accident that chipped both of my front teeth and unfortunately killed the nerves. The…read morefirst dentist I saw recommended pulling both teeth and replacing them with implants, which felt like a drastic and unnecessary step. Thankfully, I went to Dr. Meserkhani for a second opinion--and I'm so glad I did. He was able to save both teeth with root canals. Dr. Abrishami, the endodontist, performed the root canals, and the experience was surprisingly easy and painless. He's incredibly skilled and also very friendly, which helped me feel at ease right away. Throughout the process, Dr. Arbi Aboolian also worked on my teeth and was just as professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Everyone I interacted with made me feel confident I was in good hands. After the root canals, Dr. Meserkhani placed a crown on one tooth and a veneer on the other. The results are amazing--my front teeth look identical, natural, and beautifully done. Dr. Meserkhani is very detail-oriented, which I really appreciated since I'm quite particular about aesthetics. The staff were also so warm and welcoming. I've always felt anxious about going to the dentist, but this was the first time in over 30 years that I actually felt calm and comfortable. That says a lot about the care, professionalism, and friendliness of the entire team. I can't recommend Dr. Meserkhani, Dr. Abrishami, Dr. Aboolian, and their incredible staff enough!