Richard P Hyder, DDS

My boyfriend isn’t on Unilocal but he had such a good experience I felt the need to write a review. He had a root canal that failed unbeknownst to him and when he called in today they took him in right away. Apparently the staff was super friendly and helpful, and the oral surgeon and dental assistant made him feel so comfortable that he didn’t experience any of the usual anxiety he has when going to the dentist. The surgeon sang and hummed sweetly throughout the process and made him one happy camper! So sweet. I would recommend this place to anyone who needs a dentist, I know I won’t go anywhere else.

Dr Hyder and Staff are awsome people! Very nice and accomodating.

My wife and I have been going to Dr Hyder for over 25 years now and travel 30 miles one way to see him. He keeps current with technical changes in his field, cares about his patients and was the first dentist I looked forward to seeing. He also has some great contacts for oral surgery so pretty much is a one stop shop

I was referred to Dr Hyder by my brother over 10 years ago and have been going ever since. He and his team take great care of me, my wife, my brother and many others I have referred over the years. He finally replaced a filling today that he has been telling me for 10 years now: «we are keeping an eye on it» — 10 years! Dr. Hyder and his assistant Margaret are excellent about educating you about what they are doing, keeping you informed and giving tips about dental care. I highly recommend Dr Hyder!

I was referring my friend to Dr. Hyder when I stumbled across his Unilocal page and realized I had to put in a review.
I first went to Dr. Hyder on a recommendation from a friend. I hadn’t been to the dentist in a few years (having never been a huge fan) and was very apprehensive of the dentist since I knew I was in for a scolding. Dr. Hyder immediately put me at ease with his friendly, accommodating demeanor and it only got better from there. He was extremely helpful, as was mentioned in another review his ‘bed-​side manner’ was awesome, telling me everything he was doing and why he was doing it. He has been the only dentist in my life that has been able to make me want to floss regularly.
Also, the staff and hygienists are all extremely courteous and friendly. For as long as I live in San Francisco, I will never go anywhere else.

Dr. Hyder is awesome. Even though I have had way more dental work than I would care to remember, I still dread going to the dentist. Dr. Hyder makes it as painless as possible, keeps you constantly updated as to what’s happening and presents you with multiple options when work needs to be done. Believe me, I just got done with some major work that would’ve been 10 times worse at any other dentist I have ever been to — and I’m speaking from experience. Very great staff at the office as well, although the room where you get a cleaning is kind of weird, with chairs lined up only separated by curtains.

Count me as one of those who hated dentists till I met Dr. Hyder. I’ve been seeing him for many, many years, and never stress about going to my bi-​annual appointments. make sure to schedule your hygenist appointment with Helen as well. they are a great team!
He and I are both avid scuba divers, so I always look forward to swapping stories when I see him, too.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Hyder’s for 7 years and I can’t say enough about his dental skills. My choppers look better than ever thanks to a few minor cosmetic fixes (i.e. a veneer that looks 100% real) and he never tries to up-​sell me on any unnecessary procedures. He’s a really warm, candid, friendly guy too — I always enjoy seeing him. His assistant, Margaret, is also fantastic (and, according to my neighbor Steve, who I referred to Dr. Hyder, a MILF) .
I can’t speak to cost of cleanings since my insurance company (Delta Dental) has covered 100% of all of my cleaning costs. The cosmetic work seemed very affordable — though I’ve never had cosmetic dental work before so don’t have a point of comparison.
I will miss Dr. Hyder, Margaret, and all of the wonderful staff at California Pacific Medical Center when I move east.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Hyder for over 15 years and he is the absolute best dentist I’ve ever had. He has a great «bed-​side» manner and explains everything he’s doing while your mouth is wide open.
He excells at everything whether it’s a filling, fixing a broken tooth, crowns, and caps.
His assistant Margaret is very nice and always makes me feel at home. I look forward to seeing her too.
I get my teeth cleaned by Helen, who is also fantastic and entertaining.
You will never want another dentist after you experience the kind professional mastery of Dr. Hyder.
You’ll also like the under-​water photos Dr. Hyder takes while scuba diving that hang on his wall.