WOW is all I have to say. From the initial phone call to the appointment itself, the staff at this office was nothing short of accommodating and extremely helpful. I originally went into their office by a referral of a close friend- my wisdom teeth have been bothering me for a week. I went into their office, was greeted by Letty who was extremely patient with me. I was seen right away and after my X-rays were taken, I was explained with great concern from the dentist why they wouldn't be able to do my extraction, and if I was a family member, they wouldn't do it. Which shows to me they aren't in it for the money, they genuinely want to help. Even though they weren't able to help me, they recommended an oral surgeon down the street. The appointment went n its entirety was about 15 minutes long, which is unheard of! I will definitely be coming here again and recommending all my friends here! read more

Ruben Armienta, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me

I am grateful for Dr. Beljean! She has been my family's doctor for years and makes it easy to go to the dentist... She has been spot on with all dental advice! Her care and expertise saved my young daughter from losing permanent teeth after another dentist recommended unnecessary extractions. I highly recommend this office! read more

I am so happy with the service that I got! From the moment I called to the moment I got to the office every one was very friendly and made me feel very comfortable! read more

This was my first time coming to this office. I came for an emergency due to tooth pain. I called at 8am to see if they could see me today, and I was told I could come in right away. The office itself was very small and intimate. I was seen by Dr. Beljean, she was extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable right away. She told me one of my cavity fillings was cracked and that was what was causing my discomfort. She got to work right away and began numbing my mouth and preparing me for a cavity filling. I am usually very terrified of the dentist, but Dr Beljean and her whole team were so friendly and ensured I was completely numb prior to the procedure. I will definitely be coming back to her for my future dental needs. read more

Dedicated and professional, very concerned with managing pain and making the experience pleasant overall. Constantly thinking about how to improve and provide gold standard treatment. read more

Great dentist! We been coming here for about 18 years! Couldn't ask for a better dentist. Thank you read more

I do not like dentist's. I was slapped when I was 5 by the dentist. I was telling the Dr that I could still feel pain & he disregarded my concerns. I had a dentist that had the worst bad breath breathing over me. I've ruined numerous dental chairs by digging my nails under the arm rests...Dr Armienta was found in a search. He was close to home so I called his office. It was the best call I've ever made. His team is professional & his skills are amazing. I trust him. He does amazing work! Thank you Dr for not retiring read more

The best! Great staff and Dr. Armienta is solid. Everyone in this office is happy and they simply do great work.

I hadn't been to the dentist in over 5 years and was very hesitant about finding a new dentist. I found Dr. Armienta on Yelp and was very hopeful this would be a good idea - and I was right. Not only was the Dr very nice, he also explained everything he saw on my xrays and his recommendations. He was not one to beat around the bush and I appreciated that. The staff is great! Letty explained what my benefits covered and assured me I could use my FSA to cover my portion of the costs. Maria and Stella were both kind and patient when I needed a moment to get it together. They were reassuring and made me feel comfortable even in what was for me a very uncomfortable situation. I got a much needed deep cleaning my first appointment and two fills (one to save an otherwise root canal) on my second visit. It was a great decision to come here. They're a small office, but the quality of the staff and the work done is anything but small. read more

I have been coming to Dr Armienta for over 5-6 years now...maybe even longer. I found him through 1-800-DENTIST (I think) and he was right down the street from where I lived in Uptown Whittier. The office is converted from a house and has a waiting room, 3-4 exam rooms, a front desk and an office for Dr Armienta, somewhere in the space. Everything is clean, decorated warm and inviting, lots of up-to-date magazines and a tv. The only time I've really had to wait there was when my husband was in back and I was watching the kid or for a very short time between clients. Usually, I'm taken back pretty quick and his dental assistants do the laser imaging of my teeth while he's finishing up with the client ahead of me. I usually lose track of time, because there are flat screens in each exam room and they always give me the remote so I can watch whatever I want. I love tv and that's a selling point in my book. Anyway. Dr Armienta and all his staff are very personable and professional. He tells you the truth on what you need and let's you know what can be put off for another time. He really works with you. I have recommended Dr Armienta to several people and they have gone and they are fans and their spouses are also now clients of his. He's great. Dentist visits are not fun, but I do enjoy my visit to this office. You might, too. read more

Have been going to this place for about 3 years now and the staff is so friendly! We switched from another dentist in diamond-bar because he decided he was going to do a crappy job in pulling out teeth and cleanings. We were recommended to Dr. Armienta by some friends who were family and decided we had nothing to lose. It all started with a simple tooth removal that I did not feel at all compared to the other unexperienced dentist , and he became our permanent dentist. He is very professional and the staff is very polite and respectful. They are also very quick and still end up giving you a good cleaning. The waiting room is always clean and packed with magazines to read while waiting. Like I've seen on a previous tip, don't try to say you floss every day, because he knows lol. Thanks Dr. Armienta! :) A.I. read more

Ruben Armienta, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me

From start to finish I was pleased with their friendliness, professionalism, and patience. The whole team took extra time to make sure I understood my treatment plans and options. It sounds cliché, but it's true: I feel like they truly care about me as a patient. I was not just a $ sign to them. Thank you, Dr. Armienta and team! read more

Amazing office! Dr. Armienta is amazing, his team is awesome! They are all so patient and caring. When you go there you feel like family. I've been going with my kids for over 10 years, since my kids were little and they love their Dentist! read more

Ruben and his staff are by far the best staff I have ever met! I have been going to Ruben my whole life and I am 17! He is the only dentist I have ever had an I can definitely say my family and I are always taken care of by Ruben and his amazing staff!! read more

The staff is outgoing and friendly. They sure helped put me at ease as I always get nervous coming to the dentist. Dr.Armienta was the first dentist ever to tell me that I have TMJ. He explained the dangers of opening my mouth too wide and was able to work with me during my deep cleaning. After struggling so much with other dentists to open wide it was a relief to finally find a dentist that was so accommodating. He also didn't scold me for not flossing as often like all my past dentists. Very kind and comforting. I'm eternally grateful; I'm definitely recommending him to everyone I know. read more

The service was great. The staff and the doctor were all very friendly. However, I went in for a cleaning and it was done in 10 minutes. I don't feel that teeth can be cleaned in 10 minutes. I felt that I did not get my moneys worth. :( read more

Been going to him for years! Best dentist and friendly staff! My husband and I live in Fullerton and we still travel to Whittier for his dental work! read more

My husband and I have been going here since we married over 13 years and we are very pleased with the services and professionalism. We are seen quickly and feel valued as clients. We get answers to our questions and through explanations. If you are looking for a dentist, look no further! read more

Ruben Armienta, DDS - General Dentistry Near Me

I've been going to Designing smiles for over 10 years. I have never had any issues. You never have to wait in the lobby for your turn, appointments are always available, always friendly and welcoming and Dr. Armienta does his very best to have a painful experience. read more

I'm terrified of dentists and only showed up in this office recommended by 1-800-Dentist to get a crown re-cemented. I felt so comfortable with Dr. Armienta and the staff is especially awesome. I had the crown replaced as well as four others. I've never had such a beautiful smile! Dr. Armienta will be my family dentist as long as he is practicing. I no longer fear going to the dentist. Nothing he did hurt me and I never saw ANY dental tools. This dentist and his office is top notch and I would recommend him to anyone any time! read more

i have been coming to this dentist for years. Dr Armienta is the best dentist in whittier and i'm being serious. He is very gentle with teeth. Never felt any pain. I highly recommend coming to him. His staff is amazing too. Everyone at this dentist is friendly and caring. From the lady at the front desk to the two wonderful ladies helping armienta, their all so nice. I couldn't ask for a better dentist tbh. The only thing though i recommend sticking to the minty tooth paste, the berry flavors are not the best. read more

I really like it here. The waiting room feels homey and comfortable. The staff is really nice and professional. Dr. Armienta runs a clean and good practice and he knows what he's doing. I definitely recommend this practice to anyone looking for a dentist. read more

Dr. Armienta is an artist!! He is very knowable, thorough, sensitive and painless. He runs a wonderful office with a competent and friendly staff. Love this guy!! read more

I have been going to Dr. Armienta since The 90's. I've never liked getting dental work done (still don't) but thanks to Dr. Armienta and his friendly staff my pearly whites are in great shape and I feel at ease every time I visit. His staff is great at sending check up notices and appointment reminders. I have continued to see Dr. Armienta even when I lived in Northern California, and there is no other dentist I would even consider. read more

I've been going to Dr. Armienta since I was a teenager and now my wife goes too. Great practice, feels like family. The doctor is thorough, patient and always a great conversation. Hope our baby gets to come here too!!! read more

I have been a patient for 21 years. He and his staff are personable and friendly. He has never suggested anything that is unnecessary. All concerns are taken seriously. I will continue to be a patient. read more

My entire family comes here . Very clean, TV in every room and very friendly staff! Wasn't a big fan of the dentist until I started coming here. Thank you Dr. Armienta! read more

I highly recommend Ruben Armienta. I've never had a bad experience at Design Smiles by Laser. I always walk out of his office knowing I received top quality work. The staff are always friendly and helpful. You're in good hands with Dr. Armienta! He is trustworthy; he will not do any unnecessary work. He also has a good heart! He has donated a great deal of toothbrushes to children and families in Cambodia :) Don't go anywhere else but here! read more

Dr. Armienta is a wonderful dentist. He takes great care to make even the most complicated proceedures painless. He is a perfectionist in his craft and is a highly skilled practitioner. The office runs well (appointments are always on time) and if you need to get in to see him the staff will go out of their way to accommodate you. Dr. Armienta's assistants are delightful and also top notch professionals. I highly recommend this dentist. read more

Great dentist, great staff, latest equipment, great facility. Been bringing the family here for years and have always been treated great. read more

The absolute best dental practice EVER! Dr. Armienta is a great dentist and he is kind, patient and always looking for new ways to mitigate pain. The staff is wonderful, friendly and professional. I could not ask for a better dental practice. read more

My two children now are young adult have been going with Dr Armenta for almost 30 years... we are very happy with him and his staff very polite very courteous read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Armienta for over 10 years. You will not find a more caring dentist and office staff. They have always treated our family with great care. read more

I came into the Dennis office very nervous and scared they've made me feel very comfortable and relaxed recommended this dentist explained everything to me... read more

First time there, and I left without even seeing the dentist. He was 30 minutes late to my appointment. They wouldn't give me a price point for veneers over the phone, so I made an appointment as requested. When the dentist notified his staff that he was stuck in traffic; he told them to go ahead and give me the price so I could go. I don't understand why they couldn't just tell me over the phone. I drove 25 minutes just to be stood up :( this is a family member's dentist so I came in with high hopes, especially with the good reviews. Alas, I am disappointed and bummed that this was my experience. The staff took time to explain about his veneer lab, but really: this info could have been given over the phone and saved me a lot of time. I guess it just wasn't meant to be. read more

The staff here are super wonderful!! They are welcoming and always ask how I am doing as well as my husband and daughter. They genuinely care about my wellbeing. I have coming here for about 5 years now even though I live in the OC I make the trip to Whittier because I love how clean and welcoming this place is! It is in a converted house so it still has that warm and cozy feel. The waiting is small but has comfortable. They have a good magazines and a small tv to keep you busy even though the wait is not long. Every exam room has its own tv as well. I was referred here by a friend and thank her every time because I have found the best dentist with amazing staff. They are really gentle and careful to take care of me sensitive teeth. I have referred my friends and co-workers here too. My husband comes here now too and he loves it! It is a small place and does get busy so make sure you make your appointment! And tell them I referred you!! read more

We came here for the first time under some stress because my 7 year old had a bad toothache and my insurance is new, and i was not sure what the insurance provider was. The front office staff, Letty, was so helpful and patiently helped determine the insurance and squeezed us in for a last minute appointment. We got some bad news about my son's teeth. He had 8 cavities and a gum infection/absess! I was in a bit of shock to wrap my head around this, but the dentist and his staff helped explain the problems and swiftly, on a Friday afternoon, took care of the problems. My son's teeth quickly healed and the asess was removed. We all learned the hard way (especially for my son) that we need to take better care of our teeth and brush 4x a day(!) and floss regularly as well. On his day off, the dentist called home to check on my son's healing from the procedures!!! I am so grateful to the staff for their patience and kindness during a stressful time. My son was crying much of the time due to the pressure and pain, and they were reassuring the whole time. 2 days later and he is back to his happy, playful self. Thank you ALL so much, you are very professional and kind. read more

Best Dentist in Town! Always received great service at every visit. Would refer to all my friends. Thanks.

Dr Armienta has been our family dentist for many years. Whenever anyone asks, I always say my dentist, Dr Armienta, is the best dentist in the world. I needed a root canal done and had heard it was very painful. I was not thrilled that I needed one, but scheduled my appointment. The first of two appointments was pain free; as I scheduled the 2nd appointment I asked if the next visit was the painful procedure that everyone complains about. I was told that I had just finished with the major work; the next appointment would be a breeze. Wow, what a relief. I worried for nothing. A root canal was no big deal. In fact, I have never had a difficult or painful experience with Dr Armienta, the best dentist in the whole world. read more

Just came out of my dental appointment and as always it was a pleasant visit. The dr and his staff as always are AMAZING !!!!From the moment you walk in you feel as if you are family. It's cozy and feels very homie. You don't get the huge scary dental vibe there. Great selection of magazines to choose from and he even has cable in the rooms to watch tv while we wait... Which by the way the wait time is never long. He explains every procedure in detail so I never feel overwhelmed by anything getting done. Love my dentist and if anyone is looking for a great one I highly recommend him. I was informed by Dr. Armienta staff that yelp thinks my post is fake and are not allowing my review to show in his page only because my name is the same as the receptionist. Yelp their are a lot of Letty out in this world. Please post my review in my Dr. Page to show people what a wonder Dr he his along with his staff!!!! read more