1. Richard Whitaker, DDS

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    Richard Whitaker, DDS

    4.4 (17 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Cavity treatment

    Dental exams

    Tooth filling replacement or repair

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    8 months ago

    Thank you Dr Whitaker and your staff for your expert care and relatively painless experience.

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    Dr. Whitaker explains things very clearly so you know what to expect from your treatment.

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    Dr Whitaker has a very calming style to his practice and thoroughly explains the procedures throughout the process.

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    Placerville Dental Care | Dr. Cynthia Russell - Dr. Cynthia Russell

    Placerville Dental Care | Dr. Cynthia Russell

    5.0(12 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    I feel like the staff is always friendly and helpful. I love the location; close to the interstate…read moreand easy to find. The people working there are helpful, and the dentist knows her stuff- I am satisfied with the care I'm receiving.

    I almost don't want to leave a five star review because I don't want people crowding up this quaint…read morelittle office, but I can't gatekeeper one of the better dentists I have seen in my 40 years on the planet. If you have a fear of Dentist, this is where you need to be. I have had nothing but extremely friendly and understanding interactions with the whole team. Making appointments is incredibly simple, they kind of handle everything on the insurance side but most importantly my Dentist is incredibly thorough, and explains every step of what she's doing along the way. When I got my numbing shot, didn't feel it. First time I can say that ever. She showed me on my x-rays all of the areas that were of a concern, and of course as a client you get to pick and choose what you want to focus your effort on, but it's kind of nice not having to worry about least important to most, she will handle it all. I got two fillings, I had absolutely zero trouble with the bonding she used after the fact, my teeth aligned perfectly on the first shot. the dental hygienist that cleans my teeth is also very good, another painless procedure, and aside from the wait being nonexistent to be seen, she's also very quick but efficient. I'm trying to get my husband and kids to switch over from their dentist office as it's very far from where we live in Camino. completely impressed with this office.

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    Ike Rahimi DMD

    3.5(27 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    This is the best dental office I have ever been to... the staff is super friendly every time i am…read morethere... even though i hate going to the dentist they do their best to make the experience an upbeat and comfortable one. My dental hygienist Bree is the best..she really listen to my concerns and has helped me understand the importance of good dental care. This office is the whole package.

    I had high hopes for this dental office, as I need quite a bit of dental work and wanted to ensure…read moreI was making an informed decision regarding my treatment, the materials used, and the financial aspect of the procedures. Unfortunately, my experience with the office receptionist, Jay, was incredibly disappointing and unprofessional. When I called, Jay was initially very informative, answering all my questions regarding insurance, the types of fillings used, and how payments would be handled--an important factor for me since the cost of my treatment would use up my entire insurance allowance for the year. After our conversation, I felt reassured enough to move forward with scheduling an appointment. However, I was informed that the office requires a 25% deposit to schedule, with payment in full required on the day of the procedure. Since the total cost was around $2,000, I asked if they would be willing to offer a payment plan for the remaining balance after the deposit. Jay immediately said no, which I understood, and I politely explained that I would need to find an office that could accommodate a payment plan. At this point, Jay snickered and told me she felt like I had just wasted her time. Shocked by her response, I asked if she thought it was unreasonable for a patient to inquire about a surgical procedure and insurance coverage before committing. Instead of addressing my concern professionally, she raised her voice and told me it was, in fact, a waste of time--adding that there was already a note in my file stating I was "going somewhere else." The only reason I had requested my X-rays was to obtain an additional quote, which is a completely reasonable and responsible step for a patient. Jay continued to talk over me as I attempted to clarify, forcing me to confirm her name and let her know that her behavior was incredibly unprofessional. If this is the treatment a potential patient receives from the front desk, it raises serious concerns about the professionalism and patient care within the rest of the office. Is this type of behavior accepted or even fostered by the practice? It was a huge red flag and left me with zero confidence in trusting this office with my dental care. Patients deserve to be treated with respect, especially when making important healthcare decisions. I would strongly advise anyone considering this office to be cautious and ensure they feel comfortable with the level of professionalism before proceeding.

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    Golden Grove Dental Placerville - This is how I usually respond to a Dentist! But not here!

    Golden Grove Dental Placerville

    4.6(22 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    The dentists , hygienists and staff are all great. Kudos to Dr Matt. I have been going there for…read moremany years.

    This would be illegal in any other field…read more I made the switch to golden grove dental after my insurance changed and upon my wife's recommendation. We called to confirm we were in network with our insurance and my wife went in for a cleaning and check up whith no problems. I then went in for a cleaning and check up and needed to have some cavities filled. I was provided an estimate showing how much my insurance would cover and all the minute details about which teeth and what my out of pocket would be. I scheduled the appointment for the fillings about a week later. I arrive at the appointment and am presented an estimate for about half of the fillings for about $330 with insurance paying the rest. I sign the estimate and go into the appointment. No problems with the fillings themselves. I come out to the front counter after my appointment and am presented with a bill of approximately $740! They said that my insurance wouldnt actually cover as much as they though. I asked them to explain why, which they really couldn't, and I agreed to pay the original amount and requested someone call me to explain what happened and what could be done. In stead of receiving a phone call over the next few days, I recieved two copies of the bill in the mail. The total was around $700, which was confusing since I already paid $330. So I went in to the office today to talk with them about the discrepancies and issues. Although I was very upset, I was calm but stern about my disappointment and want for compromise on the remaining balance. I was told it was my responsibility to verify what our insurance would cover. In fact, my insurance would not cover any of the work at all. The new remaining balance, now $1,918.40 I explained that that would be illegal in the general medical field under the No Surprise Act, as well as in my profession as a contractor and besides that, is immoral. I begrudgingly paid the balance. 0/10 would not recommend Outrageous!

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    Jeff Little, DDS

    Jeff Little, DDS

    3.8(10 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Very disappointed . Dr. Little is a soft spoken man. I have been going to him for a few years…read more Cleanings and exams as expected and no problems. Then, I started having issues with the left side if my mouth. Dr. Little suggested crowns. My insurance allowance had already been used so, I scheduled my appointment for after the first of the year. I called ahead of time to find out how much I needed to pay out of pocket and was given the price. When I arrived for my appointment they informed me it would be an extra 100.00 on top of the almost 600.00 out of pocket that I came prepared to pay. Then I was told they wanted to start on the right side of my mouth (the side that has given me no trouble) once the tooth was drilled out and a temporary crown put on, I was then given a referral for a root canal in case the pain got worse while waiting for the permanent crown. Why wasn't this explained prior? We had already discussed that I didn't want to get a root canal. So, I go to schedule to put the permanent in and I'm told I'd have to wait until mid March (it takes 2 weeks for the tooth to come back) so they send me away with a repair kit "because it's likely my temporary will come out" I'm not saying the man shouldn't take a vacation but, his office shouldn't schedule treatments unless his availability allows him to finish the job. I complained enough and was seen a month later. The tooth with the crown is feeling better. But, the tooth next to it that he put a filling in hasn't stopped hurting. I'm living off of tylenol and motrin for some type of relief. All for a side if my mouth that wasn't bothering me to begin with! Meanwhile, I'm also still having the original issue with the left side of my mouth. So, I've made an appointment with a new dentist and I'll be stuck paying out of pocket since Littles office used my allowance on a crown I probably didn't need in the first place.

    Stay a way, this guy proposed $975 Of work plus a picture…read moreof a cavity in some one else's mouth. Since then I have gotten a third opinion and have healthy gums and teeth. I made the mistake of having my dental information forwarded from gold rush dental who wanted $1400. ,second opinion. The third opinion was new x-rays and exam, no problems . You have been warned !!!!

    Richard Whitaker, DDS - cosmeticdentists - Updated September 2026

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