David Downs, DDS

It’s probably important to say that my dentist was my father until he retired several years ago. After searching for a replacement (admittedly not an easy task) I found Downs Dental. I was pleased with the office and the staff as soon as I walked in. Everyone is professional and friendly, and the office is always spotless, with state-​of-​the-​art equipment. Most importantly, Dr. Downs is an amazing dentist.
Over the past 6 or 7 years that I have been a patient, Dr. Downs has performed several procedures, including root canals. Without exception, he always takes time to explain treatment options and makes me feel comfortable asking questions. I never feel rushed and have always felt that Dr. Downs is genuinely committed to delivering the best possible care.
Once I began going to Downs Dental, my husband followed. Over the years we have recommended several family members and friends. Without exception, each person has thanked us. If you’re looking for an excellent dentist, trust me, Dr. Downs and his staff will take great care of you.

I just returned from my last appointment with Dr. Downs. As always, I found the office staff to be cheerful, supportive, and professional. I was immediately welcomed by the receptionist and the friendly staff members greeted me as they passed by. The hygienist was caring and took the time to show me how to take steps to ensure my complete dental health. Dr. Downs himself, as in past visits, listened to my concerns and discussed my options in a thorough and caring manner. The sense of humor and the pleasant demeanor of all the staff made the visit a comfortable one. At Dr. Down’s office, payment options are discussed in privacy and the staff looks for ways to minimize the impact on patients. I found Dr. Downs’ office to be top notch, as I have found them to be for the nearly 30 years that my family has trusted our dental needs to them. I could not imagine going to another dentist. My highest recommendation goes to Dr. Downs Dental.

I have been lucky enough to have «Dr D» as my and my son’s dentist for the past 5 years. The office keeps track of when we are due for appointments and calls to schedule so we are always on track with our cleanings and exams. Upon entering the office, we are greeted by friendly and professional staff. There is a light-​hearted fun vibe in the office, immediately drawing us in to a cheerful and relaxed environment. You get the feeling that they make an effort to know and connect with every patient. Also the office is overlooking the airport, which is interesting to watch for any age patient! Ever since my son’s first dental visit at age 4, the office has strived to make him feel special and important, even though initially he was very nervous and fearful. Dr. D has a special quality that is hard to describe. He is warm, highly professional, jovial, with a gentle hand and he is a calm clear communicator. I always recommend Dr D. He is absolutely the best dentist I’ve ever had.

For me, trips to the dental office are usually not fun. However, going to Downs Dental is not so bad! I like that I don’t have to wait long before someone to calls me to go to the back, appreciate how they comfort me (and gently rub my shoulder) right before a shot and like that I am constantly asked if I am OK during procedures. I have had Invisalign, bleaching and other work done here and my teeth look GREAT. I get compliments on my smile all the time. I have referred lots of ppl to this office but felt that it was time to share my experience with the general public. Those who write negative reviews for this office are probably just all-​around dentist haters or unhappy ppl.

I’m just starting to write reviews of every place I have been to… I use Unilocal for everything, so it’s only right I contribute…
Sad to see someone had a negative experience with the Dr… But I have had nothing but positive experiences. I’ve actually been going to him for several years, and the rest of my family has too. I decided to move to NYC, kind of randomly actually, and had to have emergency dental work done. Dr Downs took care of everything… He even had a lab tech make me a rush crown before I Ieft… And he got rid of the stains on my front teeth. Important because I’m an actress. The office is nice and you can watch the airport. It’s about a month later (I just had to renew my subway card) and my teeth look and feel great. I got a call from the Dr. making sure everything was ok with my crowns and asking whether I had any issues. WTF! This never happens. I will def be flying to LA for my dentist visits! A good dentist is hard to find… Plus my spouse went to UCLA and I think that’s where he did dental school. UCLA pride!

Long wait… even with an appointment at least 1 hour long in waiting room… when he found out I had a PPO for dental my bill was a whopping $ 3,928.00. My teeth were not in bad shape in fact I went to another dentist who said that his analysis of my teeth was incorrect and I left his shop with only a $ 200.00 bill.
This guy is a money grubbing dentist when he sees he can bill your PPO the billing lady said most of his clients were medicare patients so he obviously tries to maximize his profit by probably overcharing medicare. I am very good at judging characters and he obviously was trying to keep up with his high priced wife that a judge or lawyer who he mentioned all during my long 2.0 hour CHECKUP!
Try to find an ethical, competent, dentist that is more concerned with your long term health rather than his long term POCKETBOOK!

this place is a nightmare. please stay away at all costs. the staff members are relatively friendly however, they change a lot. i’m not sure if they get fired or if they quit due to the screaming of the doctor. it is common for you to hear the doctor yelling at the office workers and blowing up at the patients. he is relatively nice until you get on his bad side which then he turns into a complete (well, i dont curse so i wont say). getting on his bad side includes challenging anything he tells you. i for one have witnessed this when when «dr’. downs argued with one patient. it was very uncomfortable as i was sitting in the next chair over. then he started to work on my mouth and began yelling at the poor workers and was very rough in terms of doing my procedure. this guy is a quack and i will never go back there again. another dentist even told me that some of his work was sup-​par and had to be redone. this new dentist had no financial incentive to tell me this and even did much of my work without charging me. i’m not sure what cracker jack box he received his degree from but hopefully you will not go there.