Steven Aaronson, DDS

Dr. Aaronson is a good dentist, very friendly and honest and does not seem to push procedures you do not need. I’ve since gone back to him several times. My only reason for knocking off one star is due to the other staff. The front desk staff is nice, however the women who bring you back to take x-​rays and your teeth cleaning are not. I’m assuming they’re dental hygienists, but not positive. I’ve had negative experiences with the two I’ve met so far, both are unfriendly, rude, and always act like they’re in a rush. However, as long as I like the dentist, it’s worth it to go back for me.

The staff is especially friendly and helpful. Dental work can be intimidating for some folks. But not here, they make it easy. The work is excellent and they are as ethical as they come.

My wife and I have been going to Dr. Aaronson for years and we are always impressed with his professionalism and the efficiency and personability of the staff. I can say that my teeth are in their best condition in years, thanks in no small part to Dr. Aaronson’s care.

Dr. Aaronson is great!

I was told that I needed to have crowns instead of fillings on two separate occasions by *the receptionist* after having chipped a tooth and getting food stuck between my teeth.
On the first occasion, the dentist gave me a filling, and the second time they insisted to have crowns for fixing a gap between my teeth. I saw a different dentist for a second opinion, who gave me only a filling.
I’m not sure why the receptionists are pushing crowns. It is too bad, since Dr Aaronson seems skillful and is nice. I wish they had given me a chance to save the healthy part of my teeth and save money.

The office is modest and the staff isn’t LA glossy — and that’s all good. Dr. Aaronson has caught issues other dentists haven’t and yet never does more than necessary. He’s professional, thorough, kind and funny. He’s fixed a crown, saved a cracked (front!) tooth, and kept my gums from going any further north. I just feel comfortable and comforted in his office. And that’s saying something.

This morning I went into the office today to get a teeth cleaning. The office was very clean and the staff was very friendly. The hygienist that cleaned my teeth was amazing! I’m not sure of her name, but she was a nice blonde lady. She was very informative and told me what I should do to get my teeth in tip top shape! I would highly recommend anyone going here, and especially getting her! I’m enjoyed my time, and next time I go in, I will DEFINETLEY request to have her again!

Dr. Aaronson is always so nice and professional. The office staff have been there forever and are all so nice as well. I highly recommend him.

Great dentist. Very friendly and does not push for treatments you do not need.

I don’t recommend this office to anyone who hasn’t been to the dentist for a few years. I went in for a regular teeth cleaning and the hygienist did half of the cleaning and told me I would have to come back to do the rest because she had another patient. I understood because I hadn’t seen a dentist in a while and I figured it may have taken a little longer. What wasn’t right was that they wanted to charge me for a whole other visit. I have never heard of a basic teeth cleaning being an hourly rate? I called back and spoke to the doctor and he did not clear up any of my confusion on the matter. It was a very disappointing experience for me. Never going back there.

great doctor!

I also had a good experience with this dentist although I didn’t visit more than a couple times because I left town. My experiences were good. Dr. Aaronson seems like an honest guy which isn’t always the case in dentristry. Only drawback is that at least one of the ladies who did the teeth cleaning can be a bit harsh. I hope they make sure that the staff treats patients well.

I went to Junior & senior high with steve Aaronson; so when I needed a new dentist about 10 years ago, I choose him mainly because I remember him as being extremely smart growing up. He & his staff have not let me down. I have problem teeth. Dr. Aaronson has done crowns, fillings, a night guard, teeth whitening, tooth extractions and I see a hygenist (Roberta) there every 3 months for cleaning. all work has been spot on. Frst rate dentist & staff, I highly recommend!

Whenever we crack or chip a tooth, life stops in its tracks. I musta been grinding my teeth like mad to crack not one lower molar, but two…
I’ve had root canals but not crowns, so had no idea what to expect yesterday. My appointment lasted 3 hours, during which time there was a lot of grinding, and not the good kind. The teeth had to be ground down, and then temporary caps put into place until the permanent caps can be made by the lab.
Good news: no serious pain. After the Novocaine, Dr. Aaronson & his assistant worked hard while I reclined in the chair feeling bored, wondering if I could nap through all the noise from the drills & whatnot. There was a little aching in my jaw as the anesthetic wore off, that’s it.
Today, the day after, I feel nothing. This is quite remarkable, all things considered. So if ya need a crown or two, don’t be skirred… is my point.
And I’m sure it helps to have a great dentist. I’ve been seeing Dr. Aaronson for about 10 years, and I like the doctor & his staff… they are gentle, caring, friendly, and fun. I guess they probably appreciate the fact that I’m no dental chicken, I just roll with whatever procedures are needed, happy to be living in current times & not back in an age when teeth were pulled with pliers & a bottle of whiskey.
I do wear a lower night guard to protect my teeth while I’m grinding in my dreams, and Dr. Aaronson’s staff even made the temporary caps fit the night guard. When everything was completed, before I was set free for the day, they handed me a fragrant hot towel so I could «freshen up». Hell, it felt like a spa…
The most painful experience of the day was writing the check to pay for all this cuz I have no dental insurance. But I’ve always found Dr. Aaronson’s costs to be on the low side, even when compared to other parts of the country.
Word of advice: don’t wait long to get dental care when you think you need it. The sooner problems are addressed, the better.: D

Dr. Aaronson and staff are friendly and professional! I recommend going to see this office if you live on the Westside.

I am one of the many dentist-​phobic people inhabiting our fair city. In fact, I used my new found college freedom to elect NOT to go to the dentist at all. 4 years later, I was in trouble.
I called Dr. Aaronson and he got me in right away. He told me, in the nicest possible way, that I needed an emergency root canal. He referred me to a specialist and it was all done that same morning. Dr. Aaronson and his team did a great job with the crown.
I’ve been a patient for about two years now and couldn’t be happier. Dr. Aaronson is not a lecturer or a guilt-​tripper. He’ll make you feel comfortable immediately and always asks «What’s fun and new and different?» I’m a total convert and would absolutely recommend him. The entire staff is wonderful.

I dont know the doctor much (cause every time a new person does my cleaning) but staffs are pathetic. I needed 2 filling and i asked for pre authorization; they took more than 1 year (ONE YEAR) to get that and that to also wrongly send my previous company’s insurance provider. When you have your office staff that inefficient what else you expect from the doctor. I am so glad that I changed this doctor as my current dentist is awesome. In fact i dont want to give any star.

I actually met with Ellie Farahmand DDS, and not Steven Aaronson DDS (they’re both in the Santa Monica Dental Office).
Usually I write reviews about food; why my dentist? I want others to know that my experience was a good one (and maybe next time they’ll hook me up with a free toothbrush or something cool like that). When I first got there, I (idiotically) told the receptionist that my dental insurance was Blue Shield. She tried verifying this with the insurance company, but they had no record. It turns out my insurance is through Met Life; somehow she figured this out right before I did, called them, and verified it. She wasn’t upset about it. In fact, she was as nice as could be despite my monumental stupidity.
So once the insurance was done and the requisite forms filled out, I was taken back to have my x-​rays taken. It was very quick, and done with a soft touch. The x-​ray person was very efficient and good.
I then met Dr. Farahmand. She was very friendly, yet professional, and checked out my teeth. We talked about my dental habits and my history with dental exams. Very nice and respectful of me. I didn’t feel intimidated or stupid for not having been to the dentist in two years.
After that, I had my cleaning. It was thorough, and the lady (I fail to remember her name) did a fine job. She answered my questions and made me feel taken care of.

Great Dentist, very gentle with good bedside manners — this is always important to me… when you can’t talk it’s nice when the person talking to you interesting and considerate. The hygienists are also fantastic and very helpful. The entire staff is meticulous and does beautiful, precise work. Just the kind of people you want to go for more major issues — like the beautiful crown they did for me :)