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DENTIST IN Bakersfield,CA

River Lakes Dental Group and Orthodontics

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ADDRESS

661-829-2700

fax : 661-829-2770

We are located on the corner of Hageman & Calloway, in the Plaza at River Lakes shopping center, next to Walgreens

BUSINESS HOURS

  • Mon : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tue : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wed : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thu : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Fri : 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Sat : Closed
  • Sun : Closed

LANGUAGE SPOKEN

  • English
  • Vietnamese

INSURANCE

We accept and honor most dental insurance plans (PPO & HMO). The following are just a few of the dental insurance carriers we’re providers for:

  • Aetna
  • Ameritas
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • Delta
  • Guardian
  • MetLife
  • United Health Care
  • UCCI
 
 

Dentist In Bakersfield, CA

You will experience a high level of dental care. We are a dental office located in Bakersfield and are here to serve your general and cosmetic dental needs. Our top priority is to help you achieve a great looking and healthy smile and provide our patients with a comfortable and modern environment. We provide same-day dentistry from cleanings to crowns. We also offer specialized dental care, including root canal treatments, gum disease, braces, wisdom teeth extraction, and many more. River Lakes Dental Group is state-of-the-art and accessible dental practice; we accept most insurance plans, offer financial solutions, and online scheduling. Lastly, if you find yourself in immediate dental care, we also take in your dental emergencies. Our entire team is excited to meet you. Book your appointment today!

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149 Reviews

3.4 Overall Rating
Adriane Carbonel
Adriane Carbonel
October 25, 2024

River Lakes Dental Group is staffed by professional office assistants , hygienists, and dentists. The environment is clean and welcoming.

laurie Obrien
laurie Obrien
October 10, 2024

This office is very kind, accommodating, and gives great service. I do have insurance, so that's nice, I live out of town and get cleanings, X-rays, and MD visits on the same day, do that's great. I get a fluoride treatment every six months,…

Patricia Wilkins
Patricia Wilkins
October 08, 2024

I woke up with a swollen face, low grade fever knew that it was more than a toothache. I called and spoke with Anita she assured me that they would take care of me as always been my Dental Office for more than 10 years. I was able and to see Dr…

Margarita Reyes
Margarita Reyes
October 04, 2024

Dr Hwang was very professional and very gentle … I didn’t feel any pain at all and was really relaxed and I am very satisfied with my dental work and I recommend anyone that needs a root canal and I know he will take good care of you and the…

Gabriela Gonzalez
Gabriela Gonzalez
September 24, 2024

Great customer service and patient care ! Front office staff is are very welcoming! Dr. Nora is very friendly and kind and her dental assistant was kind and interactive as well. Thanks Riverlakes Dental!

Julie Worthing
Julie Worthing
September 23, 2024

The front and back office staff are always friendly, accommodating and proficient at their duties. The providers - Dr. Nora and Dr. Mark are very professional, gentle and take the time to answer and treat all of my dental questions and care. I…

Robert Hofferd
Robert Hofferd
September 21, 2024

Amber is really good. She makes my visits easy, and has improved the condition of my teeth and gums. Thank you Amber. You are awesome.

Kenneth Gross
Kenneth Gross
September 19, 2024

Jess and Dr. Gavea were outstanding.

Life AsItIs
Life AsItIs
September 12, 2024

Dr. Nora is AMAZING! She’s very patient and knowledgeable and caring. She’s always made me feel welcome on every single one of my visits and I truly appreciate that. The staff reflects the great doctors they have because they are all very kind …

Jacobo Toledo
Jacobo Toledo
September 11, 2024

This place is fantastic. I haven’t been to the dentist since I was in the military back in 2012. Disgusting I know! Don't look at me. The staff here is organized, wonderful and sweet. I’m brushing my teeth a lot less now just so I can keep…

Maria Barron
Maria Barron
August 30, 2024

Monica at River Lakes Dental Group provided excellent service during my visit. She was professional and kind.

Joseph O'Brien
Joseph O'Brien
August 22, 2024

Great experience. Kids were happy

Zayne Fidler
Zayne Fidler
August 13, 2024

I went to go in for a cleaning. Turned out to be more than I thought. Dr. Gouvea (Stephanie) was thorough and took the extra time to fix my teeth and educate me. Amazing dentist and highly recommend coming here.

Humberto Rodriguez
Humberto Rodriguez
August 13, 2024

Was nervous coming in because I had not visited a dentist office for years. Throughout the whole visit the staff were extremely polite and cheery. Made me feel very welcome, everyone from the front desk, to the assistants, and Dr.’s.

Linda Malloy
Linda Malloy
August 10, 2024

I was very hesitant going into my appointment due to my fear of dentists. I’m really glad I picked this place. Everyone I dealt with was so nice and understanding. They actually explained the work I needed and even gave me options on how the…

Norma
Norma
August 09, 2024

They have the best team!

George Martinez
George Martinez
August 08, 2024

Good job everyone was preferential and answered all my questions

Marisol Iniguez
Marisol Iniguez
August 02, 2024

I brought my little one here. I received amazing service. The staff was so patient and so kind with my little one. The office was so clean and, my daughter and I felt so welcomed. Thank you staff.

Stephanie Strong
Stephanie Strong
August 02, 2024

The employees are absolutely amazing. They have such a great personality. Thank you everyone fir a great experience with you.

Elizabeth Carrasco
Elizabeth Carrasco
August 02, 2024

My moms states the staff Staff is wonderful! She recommends this place all the time!!

Chris Loewer
Chris Loewer
April 03, 2024

A pleasant experience from the moment you walk in the door! As always Stacy was a real treat to have as my dental hygienist! She is gentle, sweet, and caring! Oh and she does a super job cleaning teeth! My first time with Dr Mark was equally…

Susan Worley
Susan Worley
March 14, 2024

Kind, gentle, reliable.

Esther Salinas Pascual
Esther Salinas Pascual
February 17, 2024

I went under surgery last Thursday and I have recovered favorably. I had no pain or discomfort. Thanks Dr. Ariel and team, such a wonderful work!!

richard mitchell
richard mitchell
February 04, 2024

Love River Lakes Dental, most excellent dental care, I highly recommend, very professional

Dusty
Dusty
January 30, 2024

I love this place. The staff and doctors are always wonderful. I’ve been coming here since around 2011 and it’s always a good experience.

Stacey
Stacey
January 26, 2024

My sister was not getting her calls returned on help for my elderly fathers upcoming appointment. So I had to go in person, luckily the front desk girls …. Jasmine and Michele were able to help and explain the answers I needed. . And I…

keith coyle
keith coyle
January 24, 2024

Very professional Dentists, Hygienists, support and office staff! It’s always a pleasure going in and everyone one there does a really Great Job!

Alex quiroa
Alex quiroa
January 18, 2024

The whole staff is amazing, I personally hate going to the Dentist but this place makes want to come back . The doctor is great . I would recommend this place to anyone.

Lorinda Garcia
Lorinda Garcia
December 30, 2023

Dr Phi was absolutely amazing, so kind and made me feel so comfortable. The procedure was so quick! The rest of the staff was also so caring and friendly! The only slight complaint is I wish the front staff Michelle had been a little more…

Anna Marmolejo
Anna Marmolejo
December 15, 2023

Must say the staff and the doctors amazing they really care about how ur feeling and how your doing. I totally recommend this office thank u..

karel belda
karel belda
December 04, 2023

Quick and very professional, front desk was very efficient and the doctor including his team were awesome! Full extraction was a breeze!!!

Deborah Wilson
Deborah Wilson
October 18, 2023

I love the staff they were very helpful and I liked the doctor and what he had to say thanks we’re gonna go forward with whatever he says

JMSC Melton
JMSC Melton
October 09, 2023

Everyone at River Lakes was great to work with. Periodontist Amber was very helpful and made the visit fun.

Antonio Garcia
Antonio Garcia
October 09, 2023

The ladies at the front desk were very friendly despite me being 15 minutes late. My dentist and his assistants were awesome. They asked me how my crown felt, didn't hesitate to make adjustments and listened to my concerns. Everyone was very…

Mahmud Barhum
Mahmud Barhum
September 28, 2023

Great service

Rendy Packer
Rendy Packer
September 28, 2023

Alexus is the first dental assistant I have had in a long time that did a very thorough job of flossing, polishing and putting fluoride on my teeth. Thank you!!

Oscar Ponce
Oscar Ponce
September 26, 2023

Thank you, Dr. and all the staff they are so great a recomend with my eyes close I recommend to all they need a braces he will do fantastic job and the staff they will care of ypu as well

Annette Morgan
Annette Morgan
September 26, 2023

My husband and I are new patients of River Lakes. Dr. Phi and staff is extremely friendly and knowledgeable. So glad we found them.

Kenneth Knight
Kenneth Knight
August 27, 2023

Their dental hygienists are very up to date on their skills. They are professional in all the work they do.

Regulater 117
Regulater 117
August 12, 2023

Leaving this review after having been coming to this office since 5/2023. I was hesitant because of the low rated reviews. Since my very first visit here, they’ve been nothing but helpful, accommodating and nice to me. I had several procedures…

Miranda Hernandez
Miranda Hernandez
August 08, 2023

From front desk staff, to dental support staff to Dr. Phi Huynh I felt so welcome and supported. They were efficient, friendly, didn’t push for extra services, and I’m happy with the results of my visit! Can’t wait to come back and recommend…

Allison Cheatwood
Allison Cheatwood
July 21, 2023

Dr. Weber is an AWESOME orthodontist! I went to him because I needed some enameloplasty done and he did an exquisite job, I could not be happier with my smile!! I also got retainers to maintain my Colgate smile! Thank you so much to Dr. Weber…

Adrianne Bryant
Adrianne Bryant
June 29, 2023

This is my favorite place. Highly recommended.

Jason Blake
Jason Blake
June 23, 2023

Ok today was my first visit here. The two ladies up front were very nice, friendly and professional. The young lady that did my x-rays was also very nice friendly and professional. I liked the Dentist as well. Yes my next appointment will be…

Dennis Buzzini
Dennis Buzzini
January 27, 2023

My visit was a deep cleaning. Julie King is the best hygienist I’ve ever had.

Raquel Geivet
Raquel Geivet
January 26, 2023

Dr. Mohamed was amazing! He made sure I was comfortable at all times. I came in for an emergency but have decided to make him my dentist. The staff are friendly and very helpful. I definitely recommend them!!

Marcia Albert
Marcia Albert
October 15, 2022

The greatest! I really like Dr. Walker.

Denyse Moore
Denyse Moore
August 22, 2022

They suck went there but they said i was having another impression made no removal of the tooth to as an emergency front tooth brok off so they took a rubber impression did not remove the broken tooth at that time o told them i was having…

Lyle Stockton
Lyle Stockton
August 19, 2022

Very little wait time. Everyone is polite and nice. They all make sure you know each step there taking what’s going on next and the use of the on line app is great

john eskandar
john eskandar
May 14, 2022

staff and facility are very friendly. Though got disappointed for a crown they told me need to be replaced just few month after warranty period. Things happen. Still recommend the place professional and friendly

vengeance269
vengeance269
March 22, 2022

I liked them...very nice both Dr Walker and Dr Hanni were both very..well let's just say considering that all my teeth were coming out..very informative..and considerate..

Lea
Lea
August 10, 2021

I've been with them for years, the service is great and so is the staff.

Lori Castro
Lori Castro
June 05, 2021

Dentist is very nice and gentle. Office staff very efficient.

David mcgeath
David mcgeath
February 21, 2021

Very very kind courteous clean environment I will continue going to this dentist I recommend them I give him a five-star rating thank you so much for the work you did under my circumstances they did a very good job.

Pauline Davis
Pauline Davis
October 23, 2020

I had a capped molar fall off & they gave me a next day appt. Unfortunately my roots were totally decayed & had a infection in the area. I decided to schedule surgery to just remove the roots and clean up the area. I have always feared dentists…

daniela diaz
daniela diaz
October 06, 2020

I had my 4 wisdom extracted by the Oral Surgeon back in August 2020. I was put under general anesthesia and he was done in about 20-30mins. They gave me a grocery list before my apt and gave me post-op paper instructions after my surgery.…

George Russell
George Russell
May 07, 2020

Dr Moncayo did an emergency extraction under extreme (virus) circumstances and for that - he’s truly the best. The office staff is great and their work is to be complemented. Thanks for a difficult job well done

Monique Classen
Monique Classen
September 26, 2019

Lately my appointments have been running smoothly. Always in and out right away. All my concerns get addressed and the office staff is always nice.

Yasmin Gonzalez
Yasmin Gonzalez
June 22, 2019

Dr. Walker very professional he made me feel comfortable with my dental procedure . I would definitely come back Great experience !

Christiana Ebert
Christiana Ebert
January 02, 2019

This is my first complaint about this office and we have been coming here for over 5 years. I scheduled my daughters appt to have her wisdom teeth pulled 1 1/2 months ahead of time. I took the day of and made sure she had time off from school so…

Jeremy Amstrong
Jeremy Amstrong
August 17, 2018

I’ve seen Dr Safarkoolan 2x and I would highly recommend him to everyone. Awesome Dentist with a great personality and very positive bedside manner! Everyone in the office is friendly and very helpful but I couldn’t say enough good stuff about…

Breanna Campbell
Breanna Campbell
June 24, 2018

I enjoy coming here. I like all the staff and every dentist I have had.

Jackie Waggoner
Jackie Waggoner
May 09, 2018

Overall the actual dental services are very good to excellent. Am making improvement suggestion, though, to billing staff that they need to provide the client with ALL of the options that their dental insurance or insurances (dual coverage)…

joanna chavez
joanna chavez
April 10, 2018

Sarah is amazing!! she did everything to help me when no one else would. the staff, Dr. Henderson and dr phi are the best!!!!! & amazing!!! I will continue to go here as long as my insurance allows me.

ted elder
ted elder
September 18, 2016

Going to a dentist is not good but the alternative stinks. I cannot give anything but high marks to the total group. The staff is great from the lowest to the doctors themselves. I don't know where the person came from who thought the whole…

Jennifer Williams
Jennifer Williams
May 05, 2016

Excellent Staff & Excellent Care Received.

Goog Goog
Goog Goog
February 19, 2015

All items covered and very well done!:)

Jenn Duncan
Jenn Duncan
December 04, 2013

I've been going there for like 7 years now. The ONLY complaint I have is they are always booked. So if you have an appt make sure you can make it because re-scheduling is a pain.....other than that I have never had problem at all. They were…

Mary Gray
Mary Gray
May 17, 2013

First of all I will address the one and only issue I had with River Lakes Dental; With the first person who presented the financial agreement of my treatment plan, there was a complete communication breakdown. It turned out to be a…

Furch iepoo
Furch iepoo
August 09, 2011

It is about as good as any Dental Office gets, let's be honest. If you see a Dentist or Doctor of any sort you will have to wait, that isn't a big deal. Great to have one in our area (NW) the staff is nice as are the Dentists. They made sure…