Referral for an adult dentist. I need to change dentists and I have a list from my provider...95 names! I'd
love to be able to query the group mind on this.
COMMENT 313973
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2012-08-29 03:12 PM |
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OOP I don't know if I posted this twice -----Ron Robertson on Islay. Went to his Dad as well. Four adults (including super seniors (88+).
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COMMENT 313978
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2012-08-29 03:15 PM |
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I have been going to Johnson Family Dental for well over a decade. They used to be La Cumbre Dental. I've seen several dentists there, and all have been quite good. They have been extremely patient with me in my anxiety over treatment. Unlike other dentists, they skipped the lectures and just helped me get my teeth back in shape. Their business has grown considerably, but the quality of care hasn't been compromised. Good luck!
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COMMENT 313987
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2012-08-29 03:31 PM |
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Charlton has an office across from Home Depot in Goleta. He's a good dentist but went above and beyond to do an emergency bridge on a Sunday (when they're normally closed).
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COMMENT 313993
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2012-08-29 03:40 PM |
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Dr. Max Haws is AWESOME!
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COMMENT 313994P
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2012-08-29 03:46 PM |
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Basham & Miller on S. Patterson. My husband and I been seeing Dr. Basham for 25+ years and my daughter goes to his new associate, Dr. Miller, who is also wonderful. http://www.dentistryinparadise.com/
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SUMMERTIME
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2012-08-29 03:48 PM |
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Dr Rohde, 805 687-2400, 1819 State St #A
Excellent denist - pretty much pain free....
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COMMENT 313996
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2012-08-29 03:48 PM |
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Heath Montgomery is fabulous.
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COMMENT 314003
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2012-08-29 04:00 PM |
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Dr. Karen Yoon, or Dr. Dart are awesome.
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COMMENT 314006
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2012-08-29 04:02 PM |
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John Grube DDS. Best dentist in town.
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COMMENT 314009
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2012-08-29 04:04 PM |
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Definitely Heath Montgomery or Drs. Grube/Scott
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KIDS
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2012-08-29 04:04 PM |
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I second Dr. Dart. My whole family loves him. Super office staff!
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-08-29 04:16 PM |
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Dr. Brad Judy Rules! ES NeighborHOOD Clinic.
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COMMENT 314036P
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2012-08-29 04:45 PM |
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Dr. Lisa Beck-Uhl, Goleta near Fairview. We chose her after our former dentist retired 15 years ago. We've been very happy, as have others we've referred to her. She's very competent, thorough, considerate, and reasonable.
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-08-29 04:59 PM |
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There's a medical emergency for a patient at one of the dentists mentioned here right now..
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COMMENT 314046
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2012-08-29 05:07 PM |
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Dr. Lloyd Suzuki and Dr. Karen Lin on South Patterson.
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RLMCDON
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2012-08-29 05:08 PM |
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Drs. Grube and Scott have my vote!
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COMMENT 314050
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2012-08-29 05:09 PM |
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Best dentist is Lloyd Suzuki, DDS. He comes from a family of dentists. Extremely knowledgeable, keeps up with latest techniques. Personable and NICE NICE man. Expensive, but not ridiculously so. Worth it, for peace of mind and excellent work he does.
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COMMENT 314053
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2012-08-29 05:13 PM |
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I used to be a Johnson Family Dental customer since i was a child until I found out they donated thousands of dollars to the Yes on 8 campaign and actively seek to deny rights of same sex couples. Never again.
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COMMENT 314058P
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2012-08-29 05:24 PM |
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Can someone explain why the rights and privilages of married couples should be greater than unmarried couples or single people?
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COMMENT 314063P
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2012-08-29 05:35 PM |
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Dr. Trevor Denny on the Mesa. He comes from a long history of family members who are Dentists. His father taught at USC in the dental department and his uncle is Dr. Herbert Barthels, which is the practice he took over. He is very gentle and gave me the most beautiful crown. You can't even find it in my mouth it matches so well. His office has the most recent equipment. I just can't say enough. Good financing too.
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COMMENT 314067
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2012-08-29 05:46 PM |
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I thought all dentists were adults.
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COMMENT 314078P
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2012-08-29 06:01 PM |
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Someone who works in a dental office told me that more than a few local and state dentists contributed to the initiative Yes on 8.
Dentists, as a generalization, tend to be politically conservative. I accept that and appreciate my dentist in any case.
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COMMENT 314080
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2012-08-29 06:02 PM |
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Dr. Michelle Stivers 1805 State Street
805.569.1481
I've moved around the country a bit so I've seen lots of dentists and she's great. Not overly aggressive about treatment and she is understanding if you have anxiety during things like crown work. My husband, kids and I all see her.
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FIRST DISTRICT
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2012-08-29 06:17 PM |
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If only I had known this technique before I entrusted my teeth to the wrong 'dentist.' Pick a few names and then call the office of a local endodontist. Forumulate your question so that they won't think they might get sued. . . Like, 'Please respond positively to any of these names.' Those offices have seen it all and they know which ones to steer you towards. If you don't do that I don't care how wonderful your dentist is. That's the correct test. Two names which pass this test: Michael Cooper, DDS and Robert Magnuson, DDS.
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COMMENT 314088P
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2012-08-29 06:21 PM |
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For what it's worth, as I know you'll get tons of names, I recommend Dr. Ciani, 1515 State st. 963-0666 without reservation. Don't let the phone # turn you off, it makes me laugh. I only get cleanings and occasional xrays; of course he too checks my teeth. Elaine in the front office is wonderful. I pay $112 out of pocket for a cleaning. Also, Dr. Avolese on State & Alamar has worked with my elderly parent; he's been absolutely fantastic and very reasonable. This work has been more than just cleanings. Betsy in the office is also wonderful. 687-1411 And when needed, the elder went to Dr. Michajlenko, 687-5541, who was exceedingly careful in screening, including an ECG, so we ended up with Dr. Sean Robertson, endodontics, 687-1404. Both are in same building, state & Alamar.
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JOJOFLYS
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2012-08-29 06:21 PM |
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Ditto - Dr Grube
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ROGER DODGER
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2012-08-29 06:23 PM |
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Michael Cooper is a nice guy he was going to see me for free once. He didn't care weather or not I had money and I was houseless at the time..Good Guy..
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COMMENT 314100P
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2012-08-29 06:48 PM |
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Not Cooper. The first time I went to Michael Cooper, he had terrible halitosis. During a subsequent visit, he was very rude to me when I was asking questions. Been seeing Ron Robertson ever since and he has done great work for me, referred me when he thought it was necessary for a surgical job, and has a great team of nice and normal (not icey- nice) staff.
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COMMENT 314121
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2012-08-29 07:22 PM |
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Dr Dart!
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COMMENT 314133
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2012-08-29 07:48 PM |
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I think you're really wise to get an adult dentist. I went to a 10 year old dentist once and I've always regretted it.
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COMMENT 314149
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2012-08-29 08:30 PM |
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Juveniles have been known to finish dental school and start a practise?
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COMMENT 314156P
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2012-08-29 08:50 PM |
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I agree with 100P -- Dr. Michael Cooper was very rude and I never returned. Dr. Scott is very good - my impression of Dr. Grube is that he is fully booked, very hard to get an appointment with. I had both good and not so good dental hygenists there and because it was very expensive went out of town.
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COMMENT 314164P
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2012-08-29 09:04 PM |
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I stopped going to Dr. Johnson when he started taking care of multiple patients at once. He took a break from me and came back with the smell of some smoker on his fingers and that grossed me out. Couldn't go back.
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COMMENT 314174P
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2012-08-29 11:48 PM |
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I'll chime in now that Cooper has been criticized: Worst medical professional I've ever seen. Horrible chairside manner.
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SHOREBIRD
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2012-08-30 02:26 AM |
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I stopped going to Dr. Johnson when he had "helpers" come into the room and do procedures on me without introducing themselves. I had an impression done for a cap that was so bad that it had to be redone. In case you wonder what that means it had to be drilled off and remade and reapplied. I also had a novacain injection from a female helper ( credentials unknown yet again) that was very painful. It felt like a strike of lightning up the side of my face and it didn't even deaden the correct nerve. I had the feeling that I was a guinea pig for cheap labor.
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COMMENT 314182
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2012-08-30 06:31 AM |
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Robert Magnuson DDS is the very best ...we have been going to him for yrs.
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COMMENT 314183
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2012-08-30 06:31 AM |
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Dr. Steven Subject! He's terrific. (And I wholeheartedly agree with the negative feedback on Dr. Cooper. Terrible experiences with him.)
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COMMENT 314192
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2012-08-30 07:07 AM |
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Heath Montgomery was born and raised in Santa Barbara. He attended USC dental. Also a nice guy. I have know him since he was ten.
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COMMENT 314198
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2012-08-30 07:14 AM |
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I have been going to Dr. Subject and love the entire office staff. I avoided the dentist for 10 years until I tried him and now I go twice a year, with no anxiety. I have referred him too and everyone tells me they are so happy they tried him. He is located on Patterson.
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COMMENT 314201
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2012-08-30 07:21 AM |
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Dr. Tim Mathis!! Hands down... I have been going to him for at least 15 years and have referred many friends that hated going to the dentist.. His staff is friendly and you will be happy you with his expertise and personality!!
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COMMENT 314209P
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2012-08-30 07:34 AM |
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Julie Hemingway, 2780 State Street, 569-2425. Great cleaning staff, too, and Richard at the front desk is so nice and efficient. Dr. Hemingway explains everything very well and everybody in the office has light hands that won't hurt your mouth. Beautiful view out the window while you're having your teeth cleaned. Her referrals for specialty things like root canals are solid people, the best in the area. We've been going to her for a decade and she has actually completely brought one member of our family out of his fairly extreme gum disease.
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COMMENT 314211P
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2012-08-30 07:37 AM |
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Dr Chris Mjelde. Fantastic. Alamar and State St. 805-687-5669
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COMMENT 314215
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2012-08-30 07:48 AM |
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stuart sato! he is engaged, interested, and wants your teeth to be great! he has wonderful people working for him that are just so lovely (his front desk lady -- if I had a company, I would try and poach her!) and made me about 300% better about going to the dentist. (he also has tv's WITH CABLE in every room so you can zone out on julia child or the news or whatever; major plus in my book)
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COMMENT 314239
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2012-08-30 08:25 AM |
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Dr. Karen Yoon and Dr. David Dart are awesome (if you can afford them)... I've been going for years, I just think they could charge a little less. Sheesh!
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ARCHIE
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2012-08-30 08:32 AM |
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No list would be complete without Dr. Lee Neuanswander.
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COMMENT 314250
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2012-08-30 08:40 AM |
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Mark DaRe, DDS 2780 State Street, Suite #2
Santa Barbara, CA 93105. Mark DaRe graduated 1st in his class @ UCLA. We and some of our friends go to him. I took my 92 year old grandfather to him. They got along beautifully. Also in the same building is: Stanley Nishimura DDS 2780 State St Santa Barbara, California 93105 (805) 687-5669. He left for awhile to teach dentistry in Washington, but he is back now. He also graduated 1st in his class from UCLA.
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COMMENT 314251
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2012-08-30 08:40 AM |
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Dr. Michael Carley in Goleta on Patterson. Been going to him for a few years since Dr. Young retired. Been very pleased so far!
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COMMENT 314260
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2012-08-30 08:55 AM |
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Very professional office and staff at Dr. Brian Frederick's dental practice. Located near Cottage Hospital, and they have parking in the back. Ask about new customer discounted cleanings/exam/xrays, as they usually have a promotion. Jarvin is the best hygenist I've ever had at their office and I've shopped around and tried several dentists in town before finding Frederick and his excellent team! They also usually have promotions on their teeth whitening kits. Very friendly and knowledgeable with state-of-the-art technology which helps track your personal dental care from visit to visit.
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COMMENT 314267
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2012-08-30 09:10 AM |
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Max Haws father was fine - but he is a jerk with no personality. Took over daddy's business - they messed up an insurance billing with me that I'm still angry about. Avoid these people.
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COMMENT 314275P
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2012-08-30 09:30 AM |
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John Grube is the best! Been going to him for years!
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FANGIRL
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2012-08-30 09:30 AM |
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Dr. Robt. Magnuson. I have been going to him for years as have a number of my friends. He is a great dentist and has a wonderful staff. I highly recommend him. (My adult children also go to him.)
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COMMENT 314281
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2012-08-30 09:45 AM |
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I also use to go to Johnson Family Dental. They're fancy and offer juice and cookies. I stopped going when the lady cleaning my teeth made racist comments about African Americans and how they're ruining San Francisco. When I contacted Johnson Family Dental about this and how upset I was they said it wasn't here fault because she's European and didn't know better. These people are a joke.
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COMMENT 314286
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2012-08-30 09:55 AM |
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Dr Lloyd Suzuki is my dentist...professional and a nice guy.
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COMMENT 314294
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2012-08-30 10:10 AM |
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I had a terrible experience at Johnson Family Dental. Long wait to see a dentist, terrible cleaning. I finally walked out before I saw the dentist. I'm really happy with Dr. Dart. Love everyone there, the staff and other dentists Dr. Rohde and Dr. Kendall.
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COMMENT 314297
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2012-08-30 10:13 AM |
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I've seen many dentists in this town in the last decade. there are a few really great ones and a number of really, really bad ones. Make sure you find one that is fair in billing and in their demeanor. Next time your dentist recommends a procedure - get a second opinion. There are many dentists that are more interested in your money than your mouth. This town has way too many dentists for a population of 150k...
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COMMENT 314310
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2012-08-30 10:22 AM |
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Don't go to Dennis Dierenfield unless you want to spend a lot of money for stuff you don't need. He gives false information on the dangers of amalgam fillings to try to get you to replace them, and also tries to sell you one of his electric toothbrushes every time you visit.
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COMMENT 314341
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2012-08-30 11:06 AM |
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Johnson Family Dentists accept Delta Dental Insurance and I've never heard a word of bigotry in my years there. I wouldn't like it and would say so, but that has nothing to do with taking proper care of my teeth.
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COMMENT 314342
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2012-08-30 11:09 AM |
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John C Henno DDS ,,, professional, criendly and painless.
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AQUAHOLIC
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2012-08-30 11:17 AM |
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Another vote for Drs. Grube & Scott. I go there 4 times a year.... for teeth cleaning!... love that place! Good dentists, great hygienists, awesome staff.....Nancy is the BEST!!
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COMMENT 314350
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2012-08-30 11:27 AM |
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Dr. Stratford-Jones in Goleta. Fairly young so up on latest techniques. Staff is professional
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SB FAN
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2012-08-30 12:09 PM |
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I recommend Dr. Paul Avolese. He and his staff are excellent professionally as well as kind, courteous and pleasant. (I've gone to him for years.)
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OLDLAWOMAN
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2012-08-30 12:11 PM |
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Amen to 342 for recommending Dr. John Henno! He is so kind, professional, gentle and thorough. One cannot do better in this town than Dr. Henno.
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COMMENT 314379
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2012-08-30 12:42 PM |
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I have been very happy with Dr. Dart and Dr. Kendall. Everyone in the office is very nice and very helpful.
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COMMENT 314385P
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2012-08-30 12:48 PM |
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Use my husband's method -- pick a female. He figures they have to be better than msot guys to get there, and that they listen better too. We have a female doctor, dentist, CPA, etc.
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COMMENT 314387
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2012-08-30 12:49 PM |
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Another vote for Dr. Scott. Great office and staff. They donate their time down in Mexico and one of the staff members is very involved with wildlife rescue. Obviously a very caring office. My whole family has been going there for years and have received great dental care.
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COMMENT 314424
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2012-08-30 02:42 PM |
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I highly disagree that racist remarks have nothing to do with taking care of my teeth. When my mouth is pried open and there's instruments inside cleaning and the woman holding the instrument is running her mouth about how terrible another race is...are you for real? This is 2012. I should be able to get a good tooth cleaning in a positive atmosphere.I never said I had a bad cleaning but their business practice and ethics are way out of line. That should not be supported.
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COMMENT 314465
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2012-08-30 03:42 PM |
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Drs. Grube and Scott are the very best! I have been seeing Dr. Grube my whole life.
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CHERPLAN
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2012-08-30 04:17 PM |
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Dr. Neuenschwander is the best!
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COMMENT 314521
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2012-08-30 05:25 PM |
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My dentist is Dr. Da Re who is mentioned above. Best dentist I ever had!!! Really well thought of in the dental community as well.
Worst dentist I ever had in SB is Johnson Family. They are an HMO---you never see the dentist after the 1st visit and you don't even see the same assistant. They are a churn-machine. They figure if we see 1000 people once that is better than seeing 100 people twice a year.
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COMMENT 314547
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2012-08-30 06:32 PM |
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I agree with the comments about Dr. Cooper. Worst, worst ever....
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COMMENT 314569P
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2012-08-30 07:57 PM |
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Unofficial score card. Top choices - Grube, Scott, Dart. More than one vote- Avolese, Newenschwander, DaRe, Hemingway, Subject, Magnuson, Yoon, Montgomery, Robertson, Suzuki, Rohde, Lin. Mixed - Cooper, Haws. No way- Johnson family.
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COMMENT 314575
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2012-08-30 08:05 PM |
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Been going to Johnson Family Dental (formerly La Cumbre Dental) for over 20 years and never had any complaints. But now, reading that they donated money in support of Prop 8, I am thinking of switching. I'm all for individual free speech, and if the staff choose to donate from their individual resources that's fine, but this $5,000 donation came from the company (according to an internet search of donors).
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COMMENT 314833
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2012-08-31 06:01 PM |
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Dr. Scott hands down ! Very caring , gentle. Conservative approach on care only wants to do things that are in the best interest of the patient and not just doing unnecessary work. He has very reasonable prices and one of the best hygien teams in town . You leave with knowledge of how to care for your teeth and gums, not lectured , and not just how to brush . Never do they try to up sell you product ! I like that! It's irritating to sit there and listen to your hygienist try to get you to buy a tooth brush from them or tell you you should bleach or get cosmetic work done. That should tell you something , like commission off sales!
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COMMENT 314968
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2012-09-01 02:00 PM |
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Dr. Phreaner on State Street is the best dentist our family has ever had. We started going to Dr. Phreaner when we relocated to Santa Barbara 20 years ago. My husband is very particular when it comes to finding medical/dental professionals. Dr. Phreaner is one of the best referrals we had ever received. During my first visit to him, I had to confess that it it had been more years than I wanted to admit to since I had seen a dentist. Instead of scolding, he congratulated me for finding the courage to come in to see him. His communication skills are excellent. Without exception he advises a patient of what he is doing each step of the way and does his best to make the experience painless. We have referred a number of people to him and, without exception, each referral has come back to thank us for the great referral and have become a loyal patient of his. He is definitely has our vote as the "Best Dentist in Santa Barbara"!
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COMMENT 315907
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2012-09-04 10:27 AM |
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Lots of responses! I second the praise for Drs. Sato and Ciani. I think they're both excellent dentists and good with people.
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