Honestly, I'm not a big fan of "The Dentist" - who really is? I had a lot of dental work done as a…read morekid (yikes) and therefore got in a bad habit of not going to the dentist as an adult, because I was "over it". After going to 4 different places up here over the last few years, and finally landing on Apple Valley Dental, I can truly say this is the best service I've had in the field. The first cleaning I had was the best I've had in a LONG time, and the progress I've made with cavities being filled has gone smoothly with Dr. Kim and team. I'm very glad I was referred to this place and they got me in right away. In my opinion, they're the best dental facility in the high desert.

Dr. Samuel Kim has been absolutely amazing for our family. Both of my boys have had orthodontic…read morework done here, and every single visit we are greeted so warmly. It truly feels welcoming from the moment you walk in. The hygienists are incredible: kind, patient, and thorough. I always feel comfortable and at ease, which says a lot because I used to despise going to the dentist (I avoided it for probably 15 years... yikes). This office completely changed that for me. The space itself is ultra-modern, beautiful, and spotless, but more importantly, the quality of care is truly top-notch. Dr. Kim is clearly very busy and successful, yet he is so approachable, down-to-earth, and genuinely caring. He takes the time to explain things and makes you feel valued--not rushed. I also really appreciate that he lives and works in the community he serves, which is one of the many reasons I continue to support--and enthusiastically recommend--his practice. I rave about this office to anyone who will listen. If you're looking for exceptional dental care in an environment that feels comfortable and personal, this is the place. Highly, highly recommend.

I went for an emergency appointment today with horrible dental anxiety and my appointment went…read moresmoothly.. I called first thing in the morning and got right in.. It was last minute so I also had my littles with me and everyone in the office was so kind and patient with all of us

If you're coming here out of convenience because it's close to home, (like I did) DON'T…read moreThe assistant helping me didn't know how to do anything without asking help from another. Dr Kim used phrases like "I'm pretty sure" and I think so bro you're the dentist, you're pretty sure? It's one of those places the refer u elsewhere and when u get there, they refer you to a third place for a supposedly required ct scan (200$) out of pocket btw. Also was mistakenly charged two cleanings in the span of two weeks when I only got one. I called to get a refill on my antibiotics cause it looks like there's a tennis ball in my mouth and they told me they couldn't. Meanwhile infection is spreading. Absolutely ridiculous. Go elsewhere trust me

Very professional and friendly staff! Very nice and professional dentist! Easy to get appointments…read more Great staff! Will refer to my friends. Thank you! Gail

His prices are hwy robbery I did not know until I met new…read moredentist who is great Go to hospitality dental

This place is amazing. First, I am TERRIFIED of the dentist. On my first and second visit the…read moreladies at the front desk help put me at ease. I was seen as soon as I filled out my paperwork. The dental tech was sweet and also put me at ease. Dr. Shain came in and again like his staff , made me feel at ease. Dr. Shain was helpful, never made me feel rushed, answered all my questions and was informative not forceful about my care plan. On my third visit Dr. Shain prescribed me medication that helped me with my anxiety (for which I'm thankful). The dental tech who helped with the procedure was new. I can tell Dr. Shain takes care in hiring new techs. The tech was knowledgeable and very empathetic. I never felt pain during the procedure. For the results so far I am very pleased. As for the final results I will have to put an update to my review but I'm sure will be amazing.

Not sure to comment. Really haven't had any work done by dentist or hygienist to give a good…read morereview. Just haven't been back. He sends you out to another dentist to have certain procedures done. I really don't want to do that. But they all seem nice!

Three stars bc for various reasons like I came in and got a tooth filled and Dr. Smith did not…read morefill the the tooth to the bite so I get food stuck each time in the dip. He said it was fine ! ? I brusk my teeth so I asked him to make a new one for a back up. I got a soft rubber like one like you would buy at a drug store and put in a hot pan to mold on your mouth. $350 ! It pushed on my front veneers so I had to have him cut it down. I slept with it and my brusking really bit into it and my mouth was sore each time I wear it. I had even showed him my hard plastic one with wires I it to retain my teeth position so he knew I am a deep Brusker. The front office is very professional, kind and informative and great at reminding you for appts. his daughter cleans teeth and did an excellent job at being gentle

They totally destroyed a new pair of dentures. I was having them refined. When I went back after…read morethe reline, having sore spots, they gave my dentures to a girl who was one of the secretaries to grind out the sore spots. When she gave them back to me the sore spots were WORSE. I asked her if she polished them after she ground on them? I was told that they didn't have a buffer. I replied that without a buffer it was like having SANDPAPER in my mouth. No body seemed to care! When I told them that they owed me a new pair dentures they told me too bad and didn't want me as a patient anymore . I don't know who I can report this behavior to, but they really need to be INVESTIGATED!! It cost me 1,200 to have a new pair dentures made. Apple Valley smiles is a RIPOFF!! DON'T GO THERE!!!

Please make sure you know what your benefits are before visiting this office. I work for my dental…read moreinsurance company and they still tried to scam me even though I knew exactly what my copays were and then implied I was poor because I wanted to pay the amount I actually owed instead of the extra $300 they tacked on. I went for wisdom tooth removal and was being sedated, I haha pretty bad dentist anxiety and while they were getting me prepped for sedation, my BP was a little high. The woman helping me said "if you can't lower your BP, we're gonna send you home" which was wildly unhelpful. I'm not proud that it makes me anxious, a small amount of compassion would have gone a long way. Lastly, I needed a referral submitted and they didn't submit it until the Friday before I was supposed to come in which meant I had to reschedule. This place 100% sucks, everyone except the surgeon and office manager were rude and unhelpful.

Excellence from the front office through the back office. kindness, efficiency, knowledge, and care…read morefor the patients well being not only for the teeth but also financially. Did not make you feel pressure that you will be spending $7k for services nor run your credit to apply for extra coverage through a third-party. I've found a new doctor here and I'm all for it!

I have been coming here for YEARS. Since I was in middle school, and always had a great experience…read more I'm adult now and I drive over an hour to come and won't go anywhere else. Dr. Olafsen is so great, very professional, and explains everything throughly so you feel comfortable and secure. The staff is amazing and make it an overall happy visit. I would recommend this place to everyone!

The care quality here is excellent. The office experience was good as well. I recommend family and…read morefriends to come for there dental needs.

They never honor your appointment time. Expect to be in the waiting room an additional 30 mins.read more

dr choi is a very nice doctor unfortunately the front woman the one in charge of the office…read morepatients and records is horrible and she wrongfully overcharged for services covered by the insurance...

I always love coming here because the staff is lovely and they are very professional. They have…read morebeen beneficial at tackling all my issues with my teeth and the girls at the front office are always so sweet.

Glenn Dental is located in a beautiful, uniquely mirrored building in Apple Valley (with another…read moreoffice in California City). The architecture is beautiful, and the parking lot is large and accommodating. The entrance is accessible with a wide ramp and no stairs for anyone using a cane or wheelchair. Inside, the facility is pristine, almost looking like a high-end luxury spa instead of a dental office. The waiting area features a mixture of seating, including plush, cozy seating as well as unique clear chairs. The receptionist area is wide, and the staff is wonderful, consistently kind, and respectful. Even the bathrooms are unique with modern see-through sinks! During my first visit in September 2025, I was given a tour explaining their equipment sterilization process, and I was shown the different procedure rooms. As someone who deeply values transparency and honesty, this immediately made me feel safe. The hygienist, Cara, was amazing. She was incredibly gentle with a wonderful bedside manner. Her gentleness was not only a compliment to her technique, but it was a sensory relief for me. Over the next few months in late 2025, I returned several times for a crown, a filling, and a few quick, complimentary bite adjustments to resolve some misalignment headaches. The high standard of care was always consistent. I like to understand what's going on with my care, and I felt safe to ask questions about my treatment without ever being made to feel silly. However, my recent experience as a VA patient showed an issue in communication. After receiving automated email reminders in early 2026 stating it was time to schedule my biannual cleaning, I reached out to Glenn Dental to initiate the request. Because the VA Community Care authorization process takes time, I expected a wait. What I didn't expect was the lack of communication during that wait. I called Glenn Dental twice over the course of two months, once on April 6 at 1:43 PM, and again on May 1 at 12:36 PM, and left two separate voicemails to check on the status of my cleaning. Unfortunately, neither of my calls were returned. Ultimately, on June 8, 2026, I chose to stop by the office in person to follow up. Since I had previously contacted Community Care and brought my authorization number with me, I was able to successfully get scheduled. The front desk representative remained professional and apologized for the inconvenience. The explanation provided was that the VA Coordinator handles those specific callbacks. However, I thought a business phone belonged to the entire front office. When I left those messages, anyone could have returned my calls. Whether it was a system glitch, a tech outage, or messages simply getting overlooked during a hectic day, the ball was dropped. I understand that third-party approvals take time and that the office has to wait on the VA. If someone had reached out with a quick, two-minute courtesy call just to say, "Hi Melissa, we received your messages and we're still waiting on the VA paperwork, but we haven't forgotten you," it would have felt like I was seen and not ignored or overlooked. I consider that an extension of my care and dental relationship. I am grateful that Glenn Dental contracts with the VA to serve veterans like me, and I truly hope this communication breakdown was just an isolated blip. Because the clinical care and the staff have otherwise been top-tier, I still recommend this facility, I just hope to see their communication updates improve for patients in the future.

After 15 years as a patient, it's very disappointing to see the service decline so drastically. I…read morespent 2 hrs trying to call their office during business hours, no response. This has been constant. I've the last year, it's near impossible to speak to someone on the phone, let alone schedule a timely appointment. Time for a new dentist.