Nicholas Garcia DDS Family Dentistry

My permanent bottom retainer needed to be re-​bonded because some of the glue came off. They were able to do it under 10 min. but when I went to check out they hit me with a $ 300 bill. For 10 min. and 2 drops of glue. I could have gotten an entirely new retainer for around that much. Congratulations on losing all my future business, still looking for a local dentist for routine cleanings.
They seemed professional and it sounds like they are good for routine cleanings but anytime you try to get any real work done they try to nickel and dime you for all you’re worth. They don’t even give you a bill, so you don’t even know what you’re paying for.

I canceled an appointment about three days prior to the date. In response to my cancellation, I received an email proposing a new appointment a couple months later. I didn’t reply. I also never called to confirm the appointment, as I never made it in the first place.
I then received a 50 dollar charge for missing an appointment that I never made and never confirmed. I called, told them about the situation, and was told that it was in the system as confirmed and there was nothing I could do.
So, be aware: they will make appointments without your permission, and then charge you when you miss them.

Really excellent. Very efficient administrative staff, the techs were great as well. Dr. Garcia is patient, thorough, and just very nice.

I was referred to Dr, Garcia by 2 friends. I had 2 great experiences with basic teeth cleanings. Then Dr. Garcia suggested I have an old fillng removed and replaced. All was downhill from here.
The price was given to me based on what my health insurance would cover. When I returned for the appointment I was told it would cost $ 500 more. When I objected they told me I could go on a «payment plan». In the end, they were wrong about the addtional cost but it took alot of work on my part and being strong with them to get it changed. $ 500 is for shopping! Not a tooth that can be covered by insurance.
Dr. G did not originally work on my tooth for this procedure. Another dentist did and she was clueless. Dr. Meltzer drilled and drilled, clearly not sure when to stop. Had to request more novicaine b/​c I could feel the drilling. Made a temporary filling for me that was to last 2.5 weeks but lasted 4 days. Then I had an exposed nerve and they could not figure out how to fix that. Dr. G was brought on on this at my emergency visit. He was more helpful but still not good enough. Told me he’d have a permanent ready by day X but then on day X it was not ready… still living with exposed nerve. Honestly, the story goes on and on. Rude and dumb-​question asking hygetist… Not taking responsibility for their mistakes. Leaving me with hygetist so she can finish an already botched job with no dentist present. The kicker is that the tooth had no problem prior. I went on their word that it was time to be replaced. My tooth is now cold sensitive… possibly permanently. The experience was bad and left me feeling very distrusting of them. If you want a tooth polish, then OK. Anything else, no way!

I hate going to the dentist and have always found it extremely uncomfortable. However I was very impressed with the level of professionalism and attention to detail I found here as they tried their best to make sure I was comfortable. My only complaint is that I have encountered a 20 to 30 minute delays.

Best dentist ever. Seriously. Always professional yet genuinely nice and concerned about your comfort. I agree with the aforementioned comment about parking, but this office is worth it.

Great! Friendly, Gentle, Cute Dentist! ;-) The location is wonderful too — top of a hi rise on the harbor, and you sit facing a wall of windows overlooking downtown. The only tough part is parking, so if you don’t live in walking distance make sure you allow extra time to find a spot, or be prepared for a parking garage.