Central Valley Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Institute Reviews
4.9 out of 5 stars based on 507 reviews on Google.
Carmen Rodriguez · 5 out of 5 stars · a month ago
An Exceptional Experience from Start to Finish!
We brought our 16-year-old son in to have his wisdom teeth removed, and I cannot say enough wonderful things about the entire experience. Our son is extremely afraid of needles, and we were honestly very concerned about how he would handle the IV and procedure.
From the moment we walked through the doors, every single staff member was incredibly compassionate, welcoming, patient, and reassuring. They took the time to walk us through every step of the process and made us feel completely comfortable.
Our dental surgeon was absolutely amazing. He explained everything so clearly, not only to us as parents but also directly to our son. What really stood out to me was how he took the time to talk to him about school, his interests, and his plans for the future. He made a genuine connection with him and helped take his mind off what he was there for.
Before we even realized it, the IV had been placed and the medication had been given—and our son didn’t even realize the IV had been started! For a teenager who is terrified of needles, that was nothing short of amazing.
The level of compassion, professionalism, and care we experienced was exceptional. As a parent, there is no greater feeling than knowing your child is in the hands of people who truly care about their comfort and well-being.
A huge thank you to the entire team, and especially to the surgeon, for making what could have been a very frightening experience such a positive one for our son and for us as parents. We are incredibly grateful and highly recommend this office to anyone looking for a dental surgeon who combines excellent care with genuine compassion.
Julie Marvin · 5 out of 5 stars · a month ago
My daughter needed two teeth removed urgently so she could get her braces on, and they were able to get us in the very next day. Everyone was so friendly and kind from start to finish, which made the whole experience so much less stressful.
When my daughter was in recovery, she kept talking about how nice Dr. Anderson was. Allie was incredibly sweet to her during recovery and even let her keep the blanket, which absolutely made her day!
She’ll need more oral surgery down the road, and we won’t hesitate to come back. We’re so thankful for the care and compassion we received. Highly recommend!
Matiana Castaneda · 5 out of 5 stars · a month ago
This place was amazing. They do a great job of walking you through the process, and everyone was super nice. As someone who is terrified of needles they got right down to business before I could even give it a second thought. Being put to sleep for the first time was nerve racking but it was a super easy process and the surgeon is super nice and reassuring! Overall was a super easy process. If I’d have to do it all over again I would definitely come back!!
Kimberly Faucett · 5 out of 5 stars · a month ago
Dr. Smith is amazing at making sure you understand the procedure and process going forward. He has an amazing staff that is very helpful. Puts you at ease and is very reassuring. Tina is always there for me when I’m freaking out, puts me at ease and is awesome. This is the place to go when you need the best care!
Jason Kent · 5 out of 5 stars · 2 months ago
My daughter had her wisdom teeth removed by Dr. Smith. Everything was explained in great detail so we were able to make a sound decision. The staff were very friendly and kept my daughter at ease throughout the appointment. I highly recommend.
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About Central Valley Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Institute
Central Valley Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Institute is an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice with an office at 1116 North Chinowth Street in Visalia, California, one of five locations the group operates alongside Hanford, Tulare, Porterville, and Fresno. Dental implants are a featured service. The practice offers single tooth dental implants, full arch replacement, Straumann Pro Arch treatment, bone grafting to prepare the jaw for implants, and 3D imaging for treatment planning, and its website includes information on implant costs, frequently asked questions, and aftercare following implant placement.
Beyond implants, the surgeons practice the full scope of surgical dentistry, including wisdom tooth removal, extractions, ridge augmentation, sinus lifts, socket preservation, impacted canine exposure, jaw cyst removal, oral pathology, corrective jaw surgery, facial trauma care, jaw joint disorders, and anesthesia. The practice works closely with referring dentists throughout the region and serves patients from Tulare County and Fresno County communities such as Exeter, Farmersville, Dinuba, Lindsay, Woodlake, Three Rivers, Selma, Clovis, and Fresno. The Visalia office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and the practice also offers Spanish language patient resources.
Meet the Doctors
The practice's clinical team includes five oral and maxillofacial surgeons: Andrew R. Rahn, DDS, a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and UCLA School of Dentistry graduate who focuses on dental implants and anesthesia; David J. Smith, DDS, a Central California native and SUNY Buffalo dental graduate with a focus on trauma and jaw surgery; Spencer J. Anderson, DDS, a Creighton dental graduate; Timothy J. Bunnell, DDS, who trained at a New York City trauma center; and Michael S. Henriksen, DDS, who was born and raised in Visalia. According to the practice, the surgeons have nearly 50 years of combined experience and are trained in both dental surgery and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
