When I moved to CA a friend reccomened Dr. Hernandez. He was great and so was everyone else in the office. On my initial visit my teeth were not in the best shape, but he got the point accross to me in a pleasant manner without making me feel like a child getting diciplined. When I had my cavitites filled he used plenty of novacain and had no pain from the needles or anything (a problem I have had before). Because of my insurance, I am not sure how their costs compare. When I had an issue with my insurance the front desk was pleasant and helpful. They have apples and water and also CD players and massage pads on the chairs!