My new favorite Dentist in KTown! After a lackluster experience with K-Town Dentist, I was in search of a new dentist in my area and came across Premiere Dental. I came here for a basic cleaning/check-up and was very satisfied with my overall experience. When I first got there they had me fill out basic new patient paperwork outside (they were limiting the number of people inside the clinic for covid safety), and when they were ready for me they took me inside. I started off with X-Rays, and then the Dentist examined my teeth and then talked me through all the results. He was very friendly, had excellent bedside manner, and he didn't try and upsell me on any needless treatments which I readily appreciated. Afterwards, they did my cleaning and everything went as smooth as could be. I think I was the only patient in the office at that time and I truly felt like everyone was being very attentive and courteous to my needs. I should also note that Premiere Dental is very friendly to non-Korean speakers. I've been to several dentists in Koeatown and while the service itself is fine, more often than not, the administrative staff who work the front office tend to not have the best English and I feel like it's hard for them to understand me. This isn't a dig by any means since most Korean businesses in Ktown obviously cater to the Korean community, but as a non-Korean speaking Asian myself, I have to admit that I do appreciate local businesses where I can actually communicate with the staff without feeling like a total outsider. Lastly, parking here is super easy, and they will validate your parking in the building's garage. read more

Best dentist in Ktown. Clean and inviting office. Friendly staff and knowledgeable doctor who answers all your questions with sincerity and care. Thank you! read more

I've had multiple implants and adult braces wirh him about 8 years ago, paid close to 12k to him. One of implants got unstable for over a year that was noticed by other dentist so went back to check. He himself found out by x-ray it's gotten cracked so needs a complete removal out of place. It's necer heard of. Implant got ripped off inside in less than 10 years of use? Needless to say being disappointed when I visited and expected to be serviced in a way to compensate the damage in short time. He offended me by saying what kind of thing have you eaten with! Wow.. that's what you say as a professional? so I said to him I didn't chew rock or metal -!) I couldn't because the implant didn't feel super tight to begin with ! He overcharged for cheap ass implants that didn't even last 8 years. And he took out the unstable implant and told me just go like leave with a tooth missing! I told him to put the thing back in the place how I came in. He and his front desk staff came back and forth to tell me there's nothing they can do for me. I had to insist to put that loose implant back in. All they did at the end was to hand me the card of other perodontics to get a whole new implant ! Not good ethic and very bad after care. From extremly disappointed and terribly hurt patient.. I thought he is a better doctor than that ! read more

This is a scam. I called for a regular cleaning and xray. Was quoted a price. Went to the appointment as scheduled. When I got there, I was not given the services I requested for. Instead they handed me over a price quote for a different dental service. People beware! read more

Long time patient here. I've been experiencing chipping in the front teeth and was suggested by Dr Kim to get a cap. Because Dr Kim was in between patients, we never had a proper consultation. The only topic that was covered in details was costs. Feeling rushed, I only had the opportunity to ask questions on what to expect while booking appointment over the phone. Day of appointment, I asked: will the gap in my teeth be closed? Dr. Kim answered, "I don't know". This medical professional was planning on filing my teeth down to a nub with no plan. He didn't want to provide any clarity on any basic infos. Dr Kim started firing shots at me. "We don't need to do this if you don't want to". I assured him I wanted to continue, just wanted clarity. He then said I was wasting his time & that he never suggested this procedure! I was absolutely shocked that He didn't remember suggesting an invasive procedure. It's unfair to be recommended a dental procedure & reminded about cost over and over again yet patients aren't given time for questions. read more

Finally my loooooooooong journey of Invisalign experience with Dr. Kim is nearing toward the end, it is time to write a review for Premiere Dental. I live in Irvine, I visited a few dentistries with my husband, got consultations, at all places, my case was diagnosed pretty straight forward - no extraction, push the lower front rows in until the top row over laps, which would be 2 or 3mm of movement or so - but my hb's concern was mainly regarding money. Finally, he decided to go to Premiere because his parents referred so. (He told me it is cheaper regardless of consuming time and gas from the driving all the way to LA) One day, Dr. Kim told me "You are very lucky that your in-laws pay for your treatment here, they also always ask me how well your treatment is coming along." So I figured, my Invisalign would be paid by in-laws. Now my treatment is almost over, I had a consultation with Dr.Kim regarding my unpaid bill. His staff called my in-laws many times, my FIL said my husband would make payments. A few weeks later, at my visit( My appointment was messed up somehow, it was not recorded but I thought I had an appointment), surprisingly, as soon as I stepped in, I heard a staff was calling my husband, and called my FIL right after. Then she told me, "Your husband said that your FIL would pay, so I called your FIL, a lady picked up his phone sounded like she was a secretary or something, and said, he was not available, so she would take the message for him. But, last time I got to talk to your FIL, he said that your husband would pay." The lady...must have been my MIL because they called at my FIL cell. To top it all off, my MIL did not even pay for her own treatment. Oh my... I was very embarrassed. So a father and his son were fighting over my dental payment because neither of them want to pay, then they would just leave me with a medical dept! Great family. I do appreciate the staff and Dr. Kim for being very patient with this issue. Not only Dr. Kim has been very pleasant to deal with, his former staff and the new current staff are very friendly, and personal. They don't just throw a bunch of treatment options that you don't really need, to make money. I ended up finding out that my in-laws don't actually know Dr.Kim well, not to the point where they would recommend me drive all the way from LA for over 3 years, (especially during my pregnancy, it was really difficult to seat in a car through the heavy traffic, when I lost my tray I had to rush and restart a new session from the beginning,etc., trust me, things happen... - so not worth choosing a dentistry in over 2 hour of driving distance for orthodontic treatment, FYI), Thankfully, although Dr.Kim has a very busy schedule and many patients everyday, but patiently waited for us past their closing time. I promised them that I would make payments whenever money is available in my joint account. I can't thank them enough for not just send my case to a collection agency or something. During the treatment, I wished to give up and just get it done faster, but Dr. Kim is very much in detail, and he is very responsible, he would not just let you give up, instead he would convince you to be more patient for a better result and minimize future trouble. I would definitely recommend Dr. Kim. read more

Really wonderful clinic. I generally hate going to the dentist, but Dr. Kim and his staff always make me feel comfortable. They are very professional, the facility is immaculately clean, and the lady working the front desk is super sweet and accommodating. The technology they use is very modern and efficient, so they get you in and out pretty fast compared to other places. I love that they are just right across the street from me! read more

Absolutely fantastic experience. From the momentI walked in and greeted until I walked out after my procedure was done. Dr. Kim and his assistants were all very nice, explained every step they were going to do and also very thorough and gentle. They always asked if I was ok during the cleaning process too! I felt very comfortable and relaxed. Also, the manager is very kind and also called me to set up my next follow up appts. Definitely a very organized establishment! I am so glad that I found this dental office and plan to make them my permanent Dentist! read more

I strongly recommend this dentist! I made some phone calls to compare prices between dentists for wisdom teeth extraction, and I chose Premiere Dental two years ago. The X-ray machine is good and less harmful because I feel less dizzy. And what impressed me most is the doctor and nurses here are very patient and gentle. Therefore, I decided to start my Invisalign treatment here. Now I'm still wearing it, hope it works well! read more

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There is good location in Korean town And doctor is so nice No pain simply quick awesome service ever after I went read more

Dr. Kim is the MAN! So calming even (and maybe especially) during the most nerve-wracking parts of a visit. He actually said "sorry" when he was putting needles in, and reassured me when I was nervous. Most dentists seem like sadists with the way they throw needles and drills around - that is not the case with Dr. Kim. I finally feel like I've found "my dentist." read more

There is good location in Korean town And doctor is so nice No pain simply quick awesome service ever after read more

Excellent doctor with excellent chair side manners. I got a root canal here and although I had to go back about 4 times to complete it, that is only because Dr. Kim takes his time to ensure there will absolutely be no infections. He has very gentle hands; when he gives you the numbing shots you seriously feel ZERO pain. Prices are great for being in the LA area as well. Thank you Dr. Kim! read more

I was recommended by a hair designer who works in the same building and same story as the dental office. Honestly, I'v e been to so many dentists and never enjoyed the experience. However, I actually like going to the dentist now since I met Dr. Kim. Dr.Kim is so gentle and his staff make me feel relaxed. They also have really top notch equipment. Such as panoramic X-ray and digital photos which makes it easy for the explain the clinical point of view of my teeth. They had a huge screen to show me everything so I can see exactly what Dr. Kim was talking about. He's also really thorough in explaining not only what issues I had going on but also the cause and practical solutions. Great overall experience !! Go to Dr. Kim u won't be disappointed ;) read more

I really REALLY hate going to the dentist. I have always put off going and that has resulted in too many cavities to count and 3 root canals. I am a pretty easygoing person, but it's like I turn into this 4 year old as soon as I step into the dentist office. I am not ashamed to admit that I turn into a blubbering bawling mess anytime that I hear I have to have work done on my teeth. Despite all of that, I love Dr. Kim. He is amazing. A previous reviewer was right on when they said that Dr. Kim treats you like a child whether you're 4 or 54. He knows how to calm me down every time I want to bolt out of the chair. He takes his time to explain what's going on with your teeth, what kind of work he needs to do (if any) and answers any questions you may have. He's definitely the most empathetic dentist I've ever been to and that's why even though I moved about 40 minutes away, I still come to see him. They are open on Saturdays so that's a plus and they've even stayed a little bit later on the weekday b/c I needed to get fitted for a new crown and was running late from work. Overall, if you're scared of the dentist and need someone that's sympathetic to your fears and will also give you wonderful dental care, this is the dentist to come to! read more

Been going here for 3 years, fixed my previous dentist's fail crown and root canals and got 2 more new root canals here and fixed other minor problems with ease. Would recommend to anyone to come here, Dr. Kim is kind and gentle and gets it done without any issues! read more

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I'm the type that typically dreads a dentist visit. My teeth are sensitive & I always have a bad experience with dental cleanings. However, today I was pleasantly surprised to discover that a dental cleaning & exam don't have to equate to a painful or miserable experience. The dental cleaning that I received was not only thorough, but it was also a breeze & pain free! To top that off, Dr Kim was very friendly & knowledgeable. I'll definitely be returning here for my future dental needs. read more

I never been to a dentist that has such gentle hands. So is the pretty assistant. They both seem to be very detailed, take their time and are very careful. Also I have never met a dentist that I have not felt the needle go in (let alone feel the pressure of the anesthetic going in expanding into my gums or needle pressing into the root of my teeth- so painful!). He takes such a long time pushing it in, you dont even feel anything. It was suprising to me because at first I thought he was just taking a long look at my teeth again but realized he had put the anesthetic in once he was done. They are also very sensitive to your needs, always taking the time to listen and carefully explaining. The dentist took a long time with me explaining why I have such problems with my teeth, due grinding and what I need to do. Usually other dentists do not care so much, only explaining I need a mouthguard as if it will solve all my problems. The lady in the front is also very helpful and is very personable. To be honest, I am a dentist hopper and been to 7 different dentists. Each time I was treated, I walked away not wanting to come back lol. For the first time, I walked out feeling like I've found my dentist. read more

My wife had 3 implants here with state of art technology of surgical guide which it is the most advanced and Digitalized units made by DIO implant company from Korea. Not only the technology is the best but the doctor Kim is young and equipped with full knowledge and lots experience. He is renowened Dr. herein Ktown and does alot of lecturere as well. His work is always reliable and trustworthy. I highly recommend the doctor with honor and respect. GREAT JOB!!! read more

I have been a patient of Dr Kim for 13+ years. He was the first dentist for my son that many years ago. Seeing his caring, gentle ways, you too would keep coming back. Dr Kim's main focus is to make sure you feel zero pain and are comfortable with what's going on. Not only is he sweet, he has a great personality. I would HIGHLY recommend this office for your dentist procedures. Shout out to his amazing staff, you guys are awesome! read more

Literally the best dentist there is. He treats every patient like his child, young or old, 5 or 59, doesn't matter. He really knows how to make his patients feel comfortable and relaxed. He makes sure you're not in pain even when giving shots. I would say he is a true dentist, a true Doctor. He puts his patients first and cares for them like they're his family. Got my wisdom tooth pulled out recently and I was extremely terrified. I was super scared because it was my first time and I have 0 pain tolerance. I was so nervous and anxious, but Dr. Kim made me feel SUPER relaxed and calm. It started with the local anesthesia. Honestly, normally, when other dentists put in the shots into your mouth, it usually hurts. But, Dr. Kim is so skilled and so stable with his hands, you literally don't feel a THING. He put in literally 3-4 shots and I didn't feel anything. Then came the wisdom tooth removal procedure. Ok, I was freaking out, but I really learned to trust him and let him do his thing. Throughout the procedure, I didn't feel a single thing. I mean I'm sure I felt a little bit of something, but I don't even remember because I had such a good experience. Literally the only thing I remember are the sounds of the tooth coming off, but I really didn't feel anything. Literally didn't feel ANY pain. I was so relaxed and because he knew how anxious I was, he whistled some tunes during the procedure so that I wouldn't be so scared. Literally best dentist there ever was, is, and will be. read more

Doctor is so nice here. Receptionist, all the staffs are so good:)) and they explained in detail to the point where I understand so fully!

I've been going to Dr.Kim for the past year and I live in Utah! Whenever my husband and I come to CA to visit my family, a visit to premiere dental is a must for my teeth.. They are always flexible with scheduling since they understand we are from out of town, and the staff here are so friendly :) Most importantly, Dr.Kim knows what he does when a tooth aches and whether I need a root canal or another procedure needs to be done. I look forward to another visit in December (and trust me, I do not like dentist appointments!) I highly recommend this place for ANY kind of procedures you need for your teeth!! read more

This is the best dental ever! I will remember this place for ever. All of the dentists were all so kind! Every time I enter I feel at home.

Both Dr. Kims are amazing and do excellent work. Very friendly staff. Clean, updated, modern look. Good positive vibes. I used to dread the dentist but now it's a non-issue. My procedures have been pleasantly painless. I've finally found my dental home. read more

Entire staff are nice and courteous. Dr.Kim is very considerate of patient's pain and will go out of his way to minimize the pain. Probably the best dentist in town. read more

Very bad customer service, and business practice. My boss visited the office due to some pain from previous work completed by Min Seok Kim. The dental assistant proceeded to take X-Rays of the tooth that was worked two times, and was stopped before the third time. She was advised that repeatedly taking X-Rays was intensifying the pain, and also causing her to bleed. The Dental assistant became very aggressive removed the X-ray vest and left the room. When my boss advised Min Seok Kim of his assistants behavior he too become very hostile. Even after his assistant apologized he continued to be rude, hostile, and denied the accusations when he was not present during the X-ray. He acted as if he did not want to serve my boss any longer, and when she mentioned his behavior he refused service and left the room. My boss later demanded a refund from the receptionist for the poor service and quality of work. This dentist is not ready to serve the public please be advised!! read more

My wife went in thinking that she would need implants. After a comprehensive screening, DDS Kim thoroughly explained that the implants were not needed in her case. He outlined a plan that would take care of her needs at a lower cost. We were surprised, as we expected any Dentist to try and push a more expensive treatment. We were so impressed that I scheduled an appointment for myself. He also took the time to explain the treatment plan that I would need. We are extremely happy with the professional service from DDS Kim and his entire staff. The office is clean, the staff is friendly and the service is great. read more