Dove Dental Spa

This was my first time visiting the by referral. I was quite surprised by the attention of the staff. They treated me with delicacy and patience and explained everything throughly. Dr. Gerrosa was amazing his bedside manner is top notch. I had a lot of work done and didn’t feel a thing. Thank you dove dental.

Although the staff is very friendly, I’m unsure about the quality of work.
Came in for 2 fillings, I had no sensitivity!
After two visits to fix the problem, I still have extreme sensitivity where the two fillings were done. So sensitive, I do not enjoy eating as much and have lost five pounds. I called the dentist last week and no response.
At this point I’m looking for a new dentist who accepts Aetna HMO. Recommendations welcome.

I have never had such a ridiculous experience at a dentist’s office. Actually, any professional office for that matter.
I scheduled an appointment for a cleaning and an exam for that day. I got to my appointment 5 minutes early, filled out the appropriate paperwork and was waiting in the waiting room for over an hour. I had to actually go up and ask to be seen, and even then was not seen right away. There were no apologies, no explanation, nothing.
I finally got in, and then waited in the dentist’s chair for about 15 more minutes. I, then, got my X-​rays done, and waited another 20 minutes for them to give me my results. They then told me, that I did have a couple cavities, but could not do anything about it today because they had to talk to my insurance. Which didn’t really make sense since I had told them my plan a week in advance and they told me they had all of my information taken care of. I asked if I could then at least have my teeth cleaned like I had scheduled. The lady then told me, that no, I could not because there was no hygienist at the office that day. So… they let me schedule a cleaning for a day when there was actually nobody there to clean my teeth? I had talked to the dentist earlier in the appointment… could he not clean my teeth? She gave me the option of rescheduling, so she took me to a computer and put me in the schedule for the following week… never asking what time worked for me. Nothing. And just handed me the card with the information and didn’t say anything else. Of course, there is no way I will be going to my rescheduled appointment, for I am switching to a new dentist. This was absolutely ridiculous. 2 hours of waiting only to be told that nothing could be done that day. Nobody apologized to me or told me why everything took so long.

Enjoy coming here. They do good work and are careful with my teeth. Dr Gerosa is at the top of his speciality.
It’s peaceful and calm plus a good view out the window of the city and coast.

Dr. Warren and his staff are the best. I’ve received excellent care and I trust him. Totally. I’m a new man. Check him out and tell him I referred you.
eric whitmore

Gave 4 stars for Dr. Gerosa’s professionalism & service, updated to 3 stars for the receptionist’s attitude & and ongoing claim. It appears that employee was recently replaced.

All the staff here are wonderful Dr. Gerosa you are the best, Thanks for making me feel comfortable and relaxed

I’ve been a patient at Dove Dental Spa since 2009. Five years ago I would have given them four or five stars (I actually thought I had written a review of the place but I guess not). Anyway, I really liked the service I received and Dr. Gerosa seems to know what he’s talking about. In fact, I haven’t really had any problems with him as a person.
However…I’m changing dentists and it’s for a pretty simple reason. They are way too salesy here. Everything is always an upsell. I was grinding my teeth after I went through a breakup, and I went in and asked for a recommended brand of a mouth guard I could wear at night. They recommended something that cost like $ 500. Eff that. I got one for $ 20 and when the grinding stopped two weeks later, I threw it out.
I’ve had cavities show up during an x-​ray even though I felt no pain at all. They’d schedule me for a filling. I’d go in, get the work done, THEN I would feel the pain. I think once I had to go back four times to get the thing set right. This happened on a few different occasions.
There’s some weirdness that they pull when the calendar year is closing and you need some work done. I’m not sure I fully understand what they do but I am pretty sure they are not supposed to be doing it.
All of that is weird but I kept on going because I was too lazy to go somewhere else. Last December they told me I needed a few fillings. I think I have run out of teeth to put fillings into so I decided to go somewhere else. I cancelled any future appointments and I figured that was that.
Noooooope. They call me like a girl that doesn’t get the hint. No joke. It’s crazy. I started looking at how often they call me and I am almost offended at the frequency. Last week, they called me 14 times in a three day span — on my mobile alone. They called my office line a few more times as well.
14?! Is my mouth a bomb? What is so urgent that you have to call me this much?! I used to just delete the voicemails but out of curiosity I listened to one the other day to see why the hell they were calling me so much.
It was an offer for teeth whitening.

I was initially a bit put off by the frequent rescheduling due to the doctor not being available… I was even more disappointed by his evaluation of my teeth… I have always been complimented on my teeth… The coloring of my teeth, etc. I have gone to my family dentist for AGES!!! She just so happened to not accept my new insurance… She took awesome care of my teeth and I trust her…
HOWEVER, this dentist??? Gave me a treatment plan showing that I had a mouth full of horror!!! $ 3,000 in co-​pays… I forwarded the treatment plan to my former dentist and she told me this was FRAUDULENT!!! That there was no way my teeth required all the work he listed… And from that point on, I never returned!!!
Patients beware!

I love Dr. Gerosa… the man is an artist… I told him last week he was the «Da Vinci» of Dentists…
A few years ago, I went to another dentist who was in Beverly Hills… she was good… but she put in a cap that was too big… and it ended up putting enough pressure on another tooth to break it… I had mentioned that there was a problem long before the tooth broke but was informed that it was normal… when the tooth broke, I called her… but she had retired… so… being the kind of crazy guy that I am… I just kind of did nothing… for a couple of years… anyways… when I got to Dr. Gerosa… I was a little skidish.
He informed me that I had a number of things that had to be take care of… Being skiddish… I took the list and went to another dentist… and he told me I had a number of things that needed to be taken care of… So I went back to Dr. Gerosa… now three teeth later, I am beginning to see the light of day…
First, he does great root canals… absolutely no pain… none… and I could talk afterwards… plus he stated that he saves as much of the root as possible.
Second, he is open, informative and have a great positive manner.
Third, his staff is great… every single one of them is pleasant and helpful.
Fourth, the office is pleasant and relaxing.
Fifth, did I mention the root canal with no pain.
All in all, I have been recommending him to everyone and now I am recommending him to you…

If I did not have to give one star I would not.
Went in as a new patient and was greeted nicely. I was using my new insurance for my annual cleaning. All good. I am very very meticulous about my teeth and go for cleanings every 4 months. This was the first time for me to see this new dentist named GEROSA. The X-​Rays took some time which I have no problem with and the machines he has and uses look quite old. Still it’s OK. GEROSA comes in and was charming as if you could actually trust the guy. He did my cleaning and did his inspection as we chatted then told me I had 4 cavities. I was shocked as I go to the dentist every 4 months, which obviously he had no clue of. My dentist prior who I saw 4 months ago before I moved to Los Angeles never mentioned anything but positives about my teeth and gums. Suddenly GEROSA tells me about all the work that is needed and simply cant wait. I thought wow could that much damage happen in 4 months? Things just sounded shady to say the least. I decided to get a second opinion with a reputable dentist. I phoned GEROSA’S office for my X-​Rays which they would not relinquish nor transfer without a fee. I decided to pay out of pocket and obtain new X-​rays with state of the art equipment and sure and behold I do not have cavities not a single one. GEROSA“S office called me «3» times asking me to come in as soon as possible to do a «recall on x-​rays» EXACT WORDS whatever that means. Maybe he needs to update his old fashioned equipment to take more accurate X-​Rays? I refused.
I obtained new X-​Rays and paid out of pocket with no cavities… go figure!
I have never had in all my years of going to the dentist such a horrid and dishonest experience. I find it fraudulent and it’s unjust to want to collect money in such a dishonest way. Im not the first to complain and I will not be the last. But if I can warn you be prepared to deal with a dishonest dentist. He is an example of why we pay such high insurance premiums as GEROSA feeds off the system.

I was referred to Dr. Gerosa by my friend (who also happens to be his wife). I state this upfront because I want full disclosure and I think it’s important to be honest.
Now that being said, Dr. Gerosa is amazing. I searched for a dentist in LA for over 6 years… and it is a true rarity to find a dentist in LA who is not trying to sell you cosmetic work or push you to buy the newest «miracle» treatment. Dr. Gerosa does not do this. He is honest, straight forward, and has magical hands.
His staff, in particular Katie (reception) and Luis & Jackie (dental hygienists) are the best I have ever had. Very friendly and knowledgable.
Street parking is free for 1 hour /​garage is $ 6.
I highly recommend Dr. G and Dove Dental Spa.

Fiar, HONEST, and totally nice. Their pricing is good, they have a good attention to detail, and i refer all my friends to them and always get great feedback. I drive from the Grove area and its totally worth it considering how professional and fair they are. Now I just need to find a body shop that I trust as much as I trust these guys and life will be good!

I was referred here by a coworker … and I love it. They were very helpful, informed me well and made sure I left happy. Went in and got one of my wisdom teeth out, didn’t even feel it! Can’t wait to go back and get the other 3 out!
Everyone that helped me today were just fantastic!

I travel two hours to Dove Dental Spa for all my dental needs. I wouldn’t go anywhere else. The environment is relxing (I had a warm, soft blanket and a massage chair during my visit) TV is available but I chose the spa music instead. I have never felt the needle from anesthesia because Dr. Gerosa is careful to apply a topical anesthetic first! My crowns, fillings, and now cosmetic work is painless, and beautiful… love the results… makes me keep wanting to come back for more. z (have you ever hear that about a dentist office?) The staff is so friendly, and helpful, and the office manager has visited me in the treatment room to see that all my needs are met… This is truly a dental spa that I can recommend 100%