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    Simi Childrens Dental Group

    4.6 (188 reviews)
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    Lauren L.

    My daughter was scared of going to the dentist because of a negative experience that she had with her previous dentist. Because of Dr. Nina, Veronica and the other staff members, my daughter had an excellent experience and is no longer afraid of the dentist. I am so glad that we found this place! Thank you for being so kind and gentle with my daughter.

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    Angela C.

    My four girls love coming to this office. It's always a very positive experience for them and most importantly (for them) fun! The twins are almost three-years-old and we're smiling the whole time.

    Michelle A.

    Absolutely wonderful experience! My 6 year old son has autism and can be very difficult when it comes to any kind of appointment. I put off taking him to the dentist far too long and was so nervous taking him. Today was his first time at the dentist and The SGDG staff were very kind but a special shout out to Sonia. She was so sweet and patient with my boy and you can clearly see she has a special connection with special needs children. She was able to get him to cooperate with no fuss. Just can't say enough nice things about Sonia. Then he saw Dr. Sonya (notice the "y" this time :) ) and she was amazing with him too. Thank you to everyone at Simi Childrens Dental Group for putting this very anxious mom's mind at ease. Now I don't have to be so nervous next time knowing he is in great hands.

    So thoughtful! I just can't! Thank you so much Miss Sonia! Princess Lily loves you!

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    Great dentist office, my daughter enjoyed her first visit very much! Excellent service, highly recommend!

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    2 years ago

    The BEST children's dental group. It helped my kids out so much definitely coming back again!!

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    This was my daughter's first time here. And she loved it. She is 3.5 years old. Thank you for the service.

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    Excellent care and patience with my 2 year old!! Thank you for making the dentist a fun and positive experience.

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    Friendly enviornment and great doctors. Overall great experience for my 5 years old son.

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    Friendly staff and amazing doctors. Sonia let my son to be comfortable with the tools. I highly recommend this place for kids.

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    Ask the Community - Simi Childrens Dental Group

    I would like to know how much does it cost for my child to get braces? My insurance only pay s 1000

    Orthodontic fees can vary depending on the individual case. Having an orthodontic exam is the best way to get an accurate estimate. The fee for an individual’s treatment is determined by a variety of factors, including the severity of the problem to… 

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    Review Highlights - Simi Childrens Dental Group

    “Sonia the rda there is the best I have ever seen at what she does, or visit on Dec 18 was so amazing!”

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    Oak Park Dentistry For Children & Orthodontics - Today's appt for my son with this very nice lady that cleaned my son's teeth :) I think her name is Vivian

    Oak Park Dentistry For Children & Orthodontics

    4.8(324 reviews)
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    Before scheduling my daughter's first dental cleaning, I specifically called to ask whether this…read moreoffice accepted TRICARE dental insurance. I was told they did, so I made the appointment expecting routine preventive care to be covered. Several months later, I received a bill for $77.45. When I called to ask why, I was simply told that my insurance covered only 50% of the cost. No one mentioned that the office was actually out of network with TRICARE. After contacting TRICARE directly, I learned that the reduced coverage was because the office was out of network. Only after I called the office a second time and specifically asked about it did a staff member finally confirm that they were not an in-network provider. I paid the bill and am not upset about the $77.45 itself. What disappointed me was the lack of transparency. I specifically asked about insurance before scheduling because I wanted to avoid unexpected costs. Had I been told the office was out of network, I would have chosen an in-network dentist. I also emailed the office to share my concerns and give them an opportunity to address the issue before posting a public review, but I never received a response. If you have dental insurance, I recommend confirming not only that they "accept" your insurance, but also whether they are actually in network, as those are not the same thing.

    I selected Oak Park Dentistry specifically because they advertise themselves as a pediatric-only…read morepractice, and I expected a high level of patience, child-centered communication, and transparency. Unfortunately, our experience fell well short of that standard. I initially scheduled my 6-year-old son for a cleaning and evaluation of a problematic tooth that likely required removal. The dental technician we encountered was kind and professional, and I appreciated that the practice focuses solely on children. However, my very first interaction with the office--during the scheduling phone call--was unpleasant. The front desk staff came across as curt and dismissive, and it felt unnecessarily difficult to secure an appointment. This already raised some concern. On the treatment day, my son became anxious when staff attempted to tape a VR headset onto his nitrous oxide mask. We then waited approximately 25-30 minutes for the dentist to enter the room while my child sat in the chair wearing the mask. By the time the dentist arrived, he was understandably restless. My son tolerated the lidocaine injections without resistance, but became uncomfortable once a mouth prop was inserted to hold his mouth open. At that point, I expected calm explanations and reassurance directed toward a young child. Instead, communication felt abrupt and procedural, with little effort to slow down or explain what was happening in a developmentally appropriate way. Within a minute of my son becoming tearful, Dr. Alami stopped and informed me that he would not proceed with any treatment if there was any resistance. I was told that because nitrous oxide and lidocaine "did not work," IV sedation was now required and that oral sedation was not recommended or worth attempting. Dr. Alami explained that based on his 20 years of experience, if nitrous fails, oral sedation will as well. What troubled me most was what appeared to be a zero-tolerance philosophy for normal childhood anxiety. My son is not a difficult patient--he responds extremely well when providers take time to explain procedures and allow him to move at a reasonable pace. Expecting a 6-year-old to exhibit no hesitation during dental treatment is unrealistic, particularly in a pediatric specialty practice. If this is the office's standard approach, it should have been clearly disclosed during the initial visit or before beginning nitrous oxide and administering injections. Subjecting a child to that process only to immediately discontinue treatment was upsetting and unnecessary. I was then referred to the front desk to review financial arrangements. I carry Delta Dental PPO, and was informed that Dr. Alami is the only provider in the practice contracted with that plan. For any IV sedation, Oak Park Dentistry requires full payment for the dental treatment on the day of service, with reimbursement from insurance to follow weeks later. I was quoted $1,430 for one extraction (with space maintainer) and several composite fillings. Additionally, the anesthesiologist--who is not affiliated with their office--requires payment in full at $750 per hour. I was advised the procedure could take approximately 1.5 hours, totaling an estimated $1,125 or more, plus a deposit simply to schedule the appointment (quote is solely for anesthesia). Taken together, the handling of my son's anxiety, the communication style, and the substantial upfront financial requirements led me to decline further treatment. I sought care at another pediatric dental office one week later, and the experience could not have been more different. From the front desk staff to the providers, everything was calm, communicative, and genuinely child-focused. Most importantly, my son responded extremely well and completed treatment without issue--confirming for me that the approach taken here was not the only option. While the technician we worked with was courteous, this practice was not the right fit for our family, and I would strongly encourage parents to ask detailed questions about sedation philosophy, behavioral expectations, and financial policies before proceeding.

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    Oak Park Dentistry For Children & Orthodontics - My oldest getting a dental procedure done.

    My oldest getting a dental procedure done.

    Oak Park Dentistry For Children & Orthodontics - Happy Camper after her teeth were cleaned by Vivian too

    Happy Camper after her teeth were cleaned by Vivian too

    Oak Park Dentistry For Children & Orthodontics - 3 and 5 year olds at dentist

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