Before filing an appeal with my insurance, I sought a second opinion from Dr. Paul Grin after my prior authorization for a planned double jaw surgery was denied. Given my long history of jaw pain and TMJ issues, this was a very important and stressful situation for me. Dr. Grin is an exceptional and thorough physician. He took the time to listen carefully to all of my concerns, performed a comprehensive assessment, and clearly explained his findings. His evaluation and detailed report were instrumental in helping me successfully overturn the insurance denial and obtain approval for my surgery. What I especially appreciated was that he also outlined a clear care plan in case the surgery did not move forward, which gave me additional confidence and peace of mind. I highly recommend Dr. Grin for his professionalism, excellent bedside manner, and deep understanding of his patients' needs. read more

Dr. Grin was so helpful and responsive and most of all has my jaw pain under control! After being told by other doctors to "just relax, and stop stressing out" Dr. Grin actually got to the root of the problem. Its a huge relief to be pain free and not told its my fault!! read more

This place is absolutely amazing! They provide amazing care from the minute you check in and until you check out. I received the exact type of care I needed for my TMJ. Dr. Grin even was able to make medical connections with other issues I had that I never even thought of. The team he has there is also amazing. Special shoutout to Ruth, Carmen, Blanca & Elena! Ruth was of the first people that saw me and made me feel at ease but also provided me recommends to ease my pain. (Which helped a lot!) Blanca made my tricare stuff so easy and ensured I was covered but also getting me on the schedule in a timely manner. Elena did my CT scan and was so great in explaining each step. Carmen helped me with my records and made it so easy for me to get them. It's always nerve wracking going to new clinics but they made it as easy as possible for me. I will definitely come back! :) read more

Dr. Grin has helped a lot with my jaw issue, he is very considerate and respectful, and the staff is excellent.

Dr. Paul Grin is a brilliant jaw pain specialist, and I highly recommend him. I had complications following molar tooth extraction surgery, with chronic and severe nerve pain (8 out of 10) lasting 3 months. I could not chew on that left side, I struggled to open my mouth fully and the swelling with pain was a daily problem. After 20 days of treatment by Dr. Grin, my pain has dropped from an 8 to a 2, with swelling and pain receding over the last few weeks. I only wish I had known about Dr. Grin sooner! He is smart, meticulous and compassionate. His staff are wonderful and I'm thrilled with the outcome. read more

Dr. Paul Grin has saved my teeth. I tried upper fitting night guards for years to prevent grinding, but none of them truly worked for jaw pain. I started seeing Dr. Grin 4 years ago and I am still pain free and my mouth could n it be happier. I recommend this service to anyone who grinds their teeth at night or experiences jaw pain. I now have a bottom fitting night guard and it comes everywhere with my (including international trips). read more

Dr. Paul Grin is experienced, knowledgeable, and thorough. He completely resolved my severe jaw pain caused by me clenching my teeth. He investigated all possible causes, and provided a precise and sturdy mouth guard that resolved my pain over time. He prescribed medication for the acute pain and observed my progress via exams and CT scans. Now a year later I haven't had any pain or needed any medication for more than 6 months. My wife sees his son and partner, Dr. Eric Grin, for similar pain, but her case turned out to be arthritis and is treated accordingly, with total success. Both doctors, Paul Grin and Eric Grin and their office staff are profesional and efficient, as well as friendly and kind. We feel well cared for. read more

I cannot speak highly enough of Dr. Grin and his exceptional team. The change in my jaw health has been nothing short of extraordinary, truly a 100% transformation. When I first walked into the office, I could barely open my mouth without severe clicking, popping, or the fear that my jaw would lock entirely. Living with constant TMJ discomfort had become my "normal," and I genuinely didn't realize how much it was affecting every part of my life. From day one, Dr. Grin approached my case with a level of expertise, precision, and thoughtfulness that immediately put me at ease. His team is equally impressive, consistently warm, patient, and remarkably attentive. They explain everything clearly and go above and beyond to make every visit comfortable and productive. The outcome has been life-changing. My jaw feels stable, comfortable, normal, a word I honestly never thought I'd get to use again when describing it. I can open my mouth freely, eat without hesitation, and go about my day without anticipating pain. It's difficult to overstate the difference this treatment has made. I highly recommend Dr. Grin to anyone struggling with TMJ issues. If you're feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure where to turn, this is the team you want in your corner. They gave me my quality of life back, and I am profoundly grateful. read more

Dr. Paul Grin is lying. I was a real patient there. They took thousands of dollars from me. They were of no assistance to my distress of pain and agony. I am in their system with my name Hailey Fuchs. They are lying and only here to take your money. I found a new amazing doctor who saved my life. I almost had a stroke because of what was going on with me and Dr Grin did nothing about it. Their staff is completely condescending and needs to be reported. I still have the mouth guards they gave me that pushed my jaw further back almost killing me and causing a stroke. My mouthguards have his name literally written on them. Please do not go here and waste your money! read more

SCAM ARTISTS!!!!! PLEASE DONT SEE THESE GUYS! I went to Dr. Grin the son while I was in significant TMJ pain and was hoping for relief and clear guidance. Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. I was charged a ridiculous amount of money which felt very high but I was desperately seeking some pain relief. They promised me they would send all my payments to my PPO and I would get reimbursed. Months later I call my insurance company and they said that nothing was ever sent by the office. What was most upsetting was feeling financially strained during an already vulnerable time. When you're in pain, you trust that a medical professional will prioritize your well-being. I felt like they were scam artist and just taking advantage of you and promising you some sort of pain relief. I got zero pain relief, payed thousands of dollars and when I called them out they sent me a letter saying they wanted to terminate me as a patient. They caused me much more stress and heightened my pain that they were supposed to help me with. I would strongly encourage others to not waste your time and money seeing these father and son duo unless you want empty pockets, no pain relief and feeling like you just got scammed. These guys are thief's and pray on your desperation . read more

Dr Grin and his team are spectacular! They are extremely thorough, knowledgeable, personable, and professional. Every appointment that I have had has been amazing and I'm thankful to see them for my TMJ needs. Thank you! read more

I have had nothing but perfect experiences at Dr Grin's office. Dr. Grin was able to diagnose a problem that I had been having and seen several doctors about but with no results. Now, I can eat without discomfort or pain. His staff is wonderful, very knowledgeable, thorough and responsive. I appreciate each and every one of them. read more

I went to Dr. Grin after interviewing another TMJ specialist in the Valley. Dr.Grin is professional and caring, and totally solved my TMJ problems. I highly recommend this office as I'm very happy with the outcome. read more

Dr Grin and staff are excellent! I spent months getting bounced around my HMO network trying to find a specialist that could help with my extreme jaw pain. No one was able to even provide a suitable diagnosis. Someone recommended I try Dr Grin and I'm very glad I did! He and his staff were extremely helpful and friendly. After one look at my imaging, he was able to patiently explain some detailed information on my condition no one else had been able to identify. Although my condition is serious and degenerative, he recommended a simple, non-surgical treatment that has me basically pain free after 6 months. I highly recommend! read more

My fiancé had issues with staying awake while driving. We tried googling solutions but nothing worked. I told him to try going to a specialist but he said sleep specialists do not exist! After looking on Yelp, we found South Bay TMJ who specializes in sleep, headaches and pain! My fiancé took a chance and called to make an appointment. The process was very easy and we were able to schedule him within a week. The front desk was able to send new patient forms online for us to fill out and return. I came to the office with my fiancé. Parking was easy and the office was very clean and staff was welcoming. The front desk greeted us, all with smiles. We were able to meet with both Drs. Grin. A father and son business! Both VERY knowledgeable and answered every question we had. The front ladies were so accommodating! My fiancé was wondering where he can pick up his medication and they suggested locations near by and even called a pharmacy to see if they took his insurance! Definitely went above and beyond. After leaving the office, my fiancé said he felt everyone he encountered: the doctors, assistants, and the front staff actually cared about his well-being and he never felt that way before leaving a medical place. HIGHLY RECOMMEND coming here!! You can feel the family atmosphere and come out feeling great. read more

I had seen many specialists for my TMJ pain before coming across Dr. Grin. I came into his office with pain so severe that I was struggling to chew my food. Dr. Grin figured out that my pain was coming from a misalignment in my jaw. After a few months of wearing the splint he made for me, my pain has decreased by over 80%. It is now very manageable and I'm able to chew my food again. He's wonderful and I cannot thank him and his staff enough! read more

*updated review 6/18: Thank you for refunding me $160. Changed review from 1 start to 3 star. I went to Dr. Grin for a second opinion about my TMJ diagnosis. I was led to believe that by providing the report from my initial consult and paying $170 that I would receive a second opinion from Dr. Grin. After paying $170 for this "consult" I was informed by Dr. Grin that these initial results cannot be used and that he would not review the very comprehensive CT scans that I already paid almost $300 for. He then informed me that I would have to pay around another $300 for a radiologist that they are contracted with to conduct a "more in depth scan" and based on their interpretation of said scan, he could then provide me with a second opinion. That assessment is fine & I can understand where he is coming from. However, I would highly recommend that when someone comes in seeking consult for a second opinion that they are made aware upfront that they will not receive this second opinion unless their results are interpreted by a radiologist. I sent my results in advance per the office's consult. After the appointment, they said they have "seen this issue before" based on these types of results. I was not made aware of this prior to my appointment & I was led to believe I would receive a second opinion based on what I provided. I do not doubt that Dr. Grin is a fine choice for some but I feel that I have been hoodwinked and if I was presented with this information on the front end, I could have saved myself $170 dollars and my time. This lack of transparency does not leave a good taste in my mouth. read more

I'm giving Dr. Grin and his team a big 5-star rating! A friend recommended them to me because I've been dealing with TMJ issues for years. From the moment I met Dr. Grin and his staff, I felt super comfortable. They took the time to thoroughly examine me and gave me a bunch of options for how to fix my problems. Four short months later, I feel amazing! I highly recommend Dr. Grin and his incredible professional team. Thanks again! read more

I had an appointment with Dr Grin and I was so excited to see him because I was in a lot of pain. Several days before my appointment, I called to reschedule because of a family emergency. was told it would be about six months (!!!) until he had an opening again. This felt very strange to me because making the appt. only took one week. At the time I made the appointment, I was told if I needed to cancel or reschedule they required 24 hour notice and that if that happened they could fit me in the same month again. I fully abided by their policy of informing the office before 24 hours and in fact informed them several full days prior. I thought there must be a mistake about the six month wait, so I called back another day and was told they could see me within a week. I was thrilled! They gave me the time and date and then began to take down my information. But as soon as I gave my name, the woman placed me on hold. When she came back, she suddenly said that Dr Grin doesn't have availability anymore and won't for a year! At that point, I realized something was going on and. They must have some sort of blacklist for anyone who reschedules, even if their rescheduling was well before 24 hours of the appointment. Based on seeing these other reviews, I realize now that is not just a failure of office staff, it must be a top down policy with Dr Grin himself. I was so disappointed and upset that I never tried to make another appointment with Dr Grin again and found another doctor instead. I had been so excited to see Dr Grin and was left feeling like I didn't matter at all. The incident left such a bad taste in my mouth that I felt compelled to warn others as well. I would recommend others search for another specialist. read more

Thorough, kind and professional care, for our daughter's issues. Also a can educator at one of our countries top universities... UCLA. I respect those whi not only practice privately, but testing and passing their knowledge on to the next generation of professionals. read more

Aww silly Carmen, it's not because I'm miserable, but I love your cute attempt to deflect from the fact that so many people (not just me), have stopped going to Dr Grin's office just to avoid dealing with you. Regardless, I wanted to take the time to wish you well on your journey to recovery as well! I'm sure after seeing your name come up so many times under these poor reviews, you've been able to do a little introspection. Or better yet! Hoping you've learned how to take some accountability for all the loss of business, instead of blaming the clients and responding with unprofessional backhanded comments. Let's see if you can keep it professional this time, no need to respond. Best to you. read more

Where do I start? Office staff is rude, unresponsive to calls, and they have the nerve to charge o money grab of $79 for a copy of the $1500 out of pocket CT scan they insist you do. And when asked for one copy at a reasonable price, Dr. Grin refused b/c "office staff get to decide these things". Nothing covered by insurance and they milk you for every dollar. I recommend Dr. Doug Galen at Cedar Sinai - much more reputable, reasonably priced and a far nicer office generally. read more

Office Billing Dispute Filing grievance with Medicare Contacting Better Business Bureau For medically related issues, go to Medicare.gov to find other DDS providers for DME. For MAD device there are dentists who specialize in making them who may charge less than Dr Paul Grin's office. Appropriate office signage for Dr Grin's office would be wolves on a green pasture disgused as sheep. Deceptive, getting you in as a patient by intially taking your medical insurance for medical issue (Claim paid for August 2023) But then come the high ticketed bills with DEMAND for immediate payment ($2860) and their REFUSAL to file a claim "Insurance will not pay for that" (NOT true in my case, or review from 1/24/24 KG) Kicker: You will be charged the higher rate as though you did not even have insurance. Bottom Line: Dr. Grin's office grinning all the way to the bank read more

I recommend avoiding this office if at all possible. I realize there are limited options in this area, so if you must go, DO NOT pay at the time of your appointment even though they will try to insist on it. Wait until the charges properly go through your insurance so you don't overpay. They overcharged for the office visit and the services. It was such a hassle dealing with a super rude billing person to receive a refund check. Never pay for services in advance. read more

I would leave 0 stars if I could. The front office staff is beyond rude. The Dr is impersonal at best and a scam artist. Just read their replies to any single bad review. Instead of apologizing or even explaining their side of it, they literally attack people's personal lives and make rude comments back. It's immature and catty. Per your reply below...it's called HIPAA and I have the right to protect my name and medical information. That's like med school day 1 info. And it's pretty obvious from all my other reviews that I am a real person. Anyone who goes on Yelp can figure that one out. But your replies to this post literally are showing anyone that reads this exactly the rudeness everyone is talking about! So thank you!!!!! read more

Dr Grin's PRP procedure cured my TMJ and got me out of pain. I have had PRP injections several times before in my knees and shoulder. They had no real noticeable effect. The PRP procedure at Dr Grin's office was different. My bite returned to normal in the following few days. And my pain was gone. I had a subsequent CT scan a year after the procedure, and there was noticeable regrowth of the tissue. I was honestly surprised and didn't expect much from the procedure. More people should know about this treatment option, as it absolutely worked for me. Dr Grin and his entire staff have always been extremely professional and courteous. My entire experience with them has been nothing but positive. read more

Dr. Paul Grin is amazing! I have been seeing him for my trigeminal neurologia. He is extremely knowledgeable about this illness. He immediately focused on my pain and symptoms. He carefully listened to me and treated me with respect. Through his excellent care and treatment, my excruciating, constant pain has been reduced to no pain. I am so happy that I found him! His staff is extremely friendly and helpful too. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Grin! read more

Dr.Grin is super nice and gentle. He takes his time in explaining the procedures and I always felt heard. His team is always great and everyone is very friendly and patient. This office team and doctors are very professional and supportive. read more

I Love Dr. Grin!! He is attentive; never rushes the appointment & is so thorough& professional. I thought that I had TMJ & Dr. Grin took so many mouth measurements to ascertain my issue. I have never experienced such thorough analysis. He has state of the art equipment all in his office. His assistant is both caring & very knowledgeable. From the moment you walk into the office you are greeted with smiles. I would highly recommend Dr. Grin read more

I have been working with Dr. Grin for over 3 years based on a recommendation from my then dentist--he is well known by many neurologists and dentists in the South Bay. He was able to properly diagnose my TMJ and put me on a plan to help alleviate my pain after many conversations with dentists and doctors. Recently, after a few visits to the ER, he was able to recognize, diagnose, and treat cluster headaches as well. Dr. Grin always takes the time to listen and has been instrumental in helping me better manage my TMJ and pain levels. In addition, the office staff is always helpful is reaching out to insurance to confirm if a procedure is covered. While in some cases they are not, I appreciate the time they put into making sure I am not paying for something out of pocket. I highly recommend Dr. Grin. His expertise allowed me to understand the underlying issues and stop treating just symptoms. read more

Eternally grateful!!! I have nothing but wonders to speak of Dr. Grin and his staff. First off, they're so polite and professional; it truly shows how much they care about patients. Secondly, I have no words to express the gratitude for taking care of my chronic TMJ. It had been months where I couldn't even eat a hamburger and after being treated by Dr. Grin, it's been a life changer. No more pain when I eat! I highly recommend Dr. Grin and his practice!!! read more

Dr. Grin has been amazing help with my TMJ. I was diagnosed with arthritis of the jaw and he has been immensely helpful with my treatment. While it is still early on in my treatment, I have already noticed a good difference. Additionally, his front office is always so kind and helpful when it comes to payment, scheduling appointments, or dealing with insurance. I would highly recommend! read more

I've had a TMJ problem for 40+ years. Several months ago I had a flareup of symptoms, including morning headaches, tension in my jaw, and clicking/knocking sounds when opening and closing my mouth. I was referred to Dr. Paul Grin, an orofacial dentist specializing in pain management and TMJ disorders. On my first visit, Dr. Grin took my medical and dental history, examined the dental work in my mouth, and took precise measurements of my bite before making the mold. That same day I had imaging of the TMJs in the comfort of his office to rule out arthritis, etc. Based on Dr. Grin's clinical findings and extensive experience treating TMJ patients, I had a custom bite plate made that is worn on the lower teeth during sleep to prevent clenching of the mouth and grinding of teeth that exacerbate TMJ symptoms. I've been wearing this appliance for several months, and last week had a followup visit with Dr. Grin to report my progress. I was happy to report that I no longer have morning headaches and the clicking/knocking sounds in my jaw are almost gone! I am very pleased with these results. In short, Dr. Paul Grin in Torrance is a thorough, kind, patient and knowledgeable practitioner with many years of experience treating TMJ disorders, etc. He took time during visits to answer my questions and concerns. In addition, Dr. Grin's support staff is superb -- caring, very helpful, friendly and efficient. I highly recommend Dr. Paul Grin and am pleased to give him a "five star" rating. read more

After going to other doctors for my TMJ pain, I found Dr. Paul Grin. He and his staff are wonderful! It's old school medicine at its best. They take their time with me, never in a rush. They answer all my questions. Most importanly after months of pain and failed treatments, they diagnosed the problem and prescribed a treatment that is working very well. My husband is a retired dentist, so his standards are very high. I would highly recommend this office to anyone with facial pain. read more

TMJ: I had been suffering from my first onset of TMJ for about 6 months. I had tried various solutions, including introducing a mouth guard from my Dentist - but the pain and sharp snapping in my jaw continued. I was very fortunate to be referred to Dr. Grin by my Dentist. Dr. Grin specializes in TMJ and put me through a series of oral facial x-ray/scans and a few tests and results showed severe arthritis. He put together a comprehensive plan to address the issues and 6 months later, I am recovering. The pain has subsided and there is improvement in the functioning of my jaw. I am very grateful for his expertise. read more

A lesson learned for unseen circumstances that we call life and an office that is unwilling to reschedule or show empathy or understanding shows me the lesson of certain medical offices are for helping people and some are for who just want $$$. I see that trying to fix your poor reviews by calling ONE missed call from an incident that was not in my control shows a lack of compassion. You are in the medical field which should provide care in any circumstance. I hope that someone shows you and your office continual grace even though your policy does not show that. That policy (letter of the law) is more important than the cries of patients with their health. Another lesson learned: thank you for not taking me as I've found a doctor who is in it for their patients and not for $$$. I'm already feeling the difference. read more

Dr. Grin is very patient, kind and gentile and works to find the best for pain and discomfort. His back office assistants were very warm and friendly. I came to him in TMJ pain. I signed a form upfront that said insurance would not pay for appliances, only to find out my insurance would after I contacted them. The office only bills for M codes, (which is a medical code) even though Dr. Grin is not an M.D. and they do not bill for D codes which falls under Dentistry. Carmen, would not jeopardize her billing certificate to help me. I put in for a review from my insurance company and they reimbursed me 80%. Prior to, I battled and battled with Carmen to help me with a code, and she said she could not. This went on for months with her. At the point of exasperation, I stopped going there. Buyer beware, check with your insurance first, and make sure you have the correct code, because you will not get help from Carmen in the billing dept. She made the whole experience miserable, that I chose to leave and go somewhere else. I doubt Dr. Grin even knew. I give him 5 stars I give her 0. read more

Note: This review is not about Dr. Grin's abilities as a doctor, but about the practice and staff. My husband was taken to the hospital today after a motorcycle accident. I ran to the ER to see him. I called dr Grin's office and told them I wouldn't be able to make it to my appointment and needed to reschedule because of this family emergency. Instead of being understanding, the woman was angry and actually hung up on me when I said I couldn't make it. I called back and was sent to voicemail. Finally they picked up the third try and told me no matter the reason, they will not reschedule because I wasted their hour. I was planning on driving two hours, after waiting over a month for this appointment, and being willing to pay out of pocket just to see this doctor because I needed a specialist in my condition and he wasn't covered by my insurance. I needed this doctor, and all I would like is to see him, but the staff is making it impossible. I missed an appointment through no fault of my own, and am currently sitting in the ER with a husband with full body injuries. I hope this policy changes soon. read more

Paul Grin, DDS, MPH, MS, APC - Sleep Specialists Near Me - Torrance, California

Dr Grin has been an excellent specialist helping me identify the source of my symptoms and finding a solution quickly and efficiently. The care by his team has been outstanding and I have never had to wait more than a couple minutes to be seen. I highly recommend Dr Grin and his team read more

Very attentive staff and a great experience from the first visit. Dr. Grin helped me a lot and I would highly recommend him.