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Western Dental & Orthodontics

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4.6(576)
Western Dental & Orthodontics

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What reviewers say

Western Dental & Orthodontics receives praise for friendly staff and effective care, but also reports of long waits, insurance issues, and unsanitary conditions.

Themes summarized from customer reviews (sample of 8)

How friendly and professional is the staff at Western Dental & Orthodontics?

Multiple customers describe the staff as very nice, professional, and uplifting. They highlight individual practitioners like Dr. Santos, Christian, and the dental assistant Julie for their clarity, kindness, and comforting demeanor during procedures.

Source: 5 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)

What is the quality of dental care provided at Western Dental & Orthodontics?

Five of eight reviewers report excellent outcomes, noting that procedures such as fillings, wisdom tooth removal, and extractions were performed gently and efficiently with minimal pain afterward. One reviewer praised the thoroughness of the examination and the ability to achieve a desired smile.

Source: 5 of 8 reviews • Confidence: high (explicit mention)

Are there concerns about long wait times or scheduling issues at Western Dental & Orthodontics?

Two reviews mention significant wait times and scheduling problems. One customer waited three hours for a scheduled appointment and was eventually told there was no available time, leading to a cancellation without acknowledgment. Another reviewer reported a similar lengthy wait and insurance-related delays.

Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (recurring theme)

What are the cleanliness and hygiene standards at Western Dental & Orthodontics?

One reviewer explicitly describes the facility as unsanitary and dated, citing excessive dirt and dust on equipment as a health hazard. This view is isolated among the eight reviews.

Source: 1 of 8 reviews • Confidence: low (single report)

How does Western Dental & Orthodontics handle financial concerns or insurance issues?

One reviewer experienced a positive interaction with Christian regarding financial difficulties, noting that the staff helped apply for a CareCredit card to manage costs. Conversely, another reviewer faced issues with incorrect insurance information leading to delays and a lack of resolution, resulting in a negative experience.

Source: 2 of 8 reviews • Confidence: medium (conflicting evidence)

Ratings

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576 reviews

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Location

4024 12th St, Riverside, CA 92501

RiversideCA92501

Hours

Monday8 AM–5 PM
Tuesday8 AM–5 PM
Wednesday8 AM–5 PM
Thursday8 AM–5 PM
Friday8 AM–5 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Popular Times

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Amenities & Details

Service options

Onsite services

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

Cosmetic dentistryEmergency servicesPediatric careSedation dentistry

Amenities

Restroom

Crowd

LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace

Planning

Appointments recommended

Payments

ChecksCredit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile paymentsPayment plans

Details

Plus Code
XJH9+VG Riverside, California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Google Place ID
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