out of Read Reviews for Dr. Donald Kobashigawa
I was a patient of Dr. Don Kobashigawa for many years. He is a terrific dentist, has a wonderful staff and I felt very secure in trusting him to do root canals, crowns, etc. Don't get me wrong, he is a terrific dentist!
The down side is the price you pay to see him. He is expensive! He raised his rates during this recession, which really irked me. Still, I went to him. A gold crown, which used to cost about $1000 was now about $1250. He is not a provider in my dental insurance plan, so I had to pay a lot out of my own pocket. Then, I had a cavity. After the procedure was over, I was told the filling (or maybe the whole procedure to clean out the cavity and put in a filling) was $750!!! Seven Hundred and Fifty Dollars! I'd never heard of such a thing. My new dentist says he's never charged more than $350 for a filling.
Don't get me wrong, Dr. Don (as he requests being called) is a wonderful guy, a great dentist and is well versed in the latest technologies. It's just that you'll have to pay for all that. For me, there are a lot of other great dentists out there whose costs are a lot more reasonable.
I know this doctor: 5+
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I have had Crowns and fillings by Dr. Don. He and his staff has been fantastic. They are very patient and understand that I am skittish in the dental chair. Dr. Don also gave me a great reference when I need to get a root canal performed.
I know this doctor: 2 Years
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Dr Kobashigawa is very skilled and the gets work done very nicely. However, the service is very expensive and billing process is a mess.
They gave me false information about my co-pay; unless I ask, they don't re-imburse the part they overcharge
Their scheduler, Kim, is not very polite and often has attitude. It made the trip to the dental office very unpleasant.
About Hygienist: They have awesome Hygienist
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After a bad experiece with another dentist on his floor, I changed to Dr Don. He has great chair side mannors and is a good dentist
About Hygienist: Mary his hygienist is awesome. She makes sure there is no pain or discomfort at all
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I've been going to Dr. Don for about five years. He's a very quick, non-nonsense, professional and works in very modern facilities. He takes great pride in his work and is absolutely one of the best in the San Fernando Valley. The only drawback is that he's more expensive than most.
About Hygienist: All the staffers are good. Just make sure you stick with one you like and get into a routine schedule (they tend to get booked up fast). Once I didn't want to wait for an opening and ended up with an intern who felt rushed and nervous, and did not do a very good job!
I know this doctor: 5 years
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Dr. Don & his colleague, Dr. Steve Exler completed a dental implant for me in my lower left mandible. It's perfection! Their skills are the perfect balance of science & art. Dr. Don has also performed crown work and just like everything else he does, it's flawless. I am so fortunate to have had a former co-worker recommend me to him. I won't let any other practitioner provide dental service to me. Toluca Lake Dental Group is absolutely the finest in the area.
About Hygienist: His staff of hygienists is top-flight and you are treated with the utmost respect & care. The entire team works like a well-oiled machine.
I know this doctor: 4 years
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Dr. Don is incredibly patient and gentle and most importantly PAIN FREE!! I have had a number of cavities filled and two gold crowns put in over the last 12 years and I have never felt any discomfort after the procedures...I didn't believe it was possible, but Dr. Don told me that if he's doing his job properly, there should be no pain...and there never has been after he has worked on my teeth!!! I would highly recommend him to anyone!
I know this doctor: 12 years
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Dr Don Kobashigawa was very helpfull, informative and attentive.
His pleasant and cheerfull manner made my trips to the dentist so much easier. I highly recommend him
Mark M.
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