How often should I see the dentist?

The American Dental Association recommends that most adults and children visit the dentist twice a year for a routine checkup and professional cleaning. However, if you have a history of gum disease, frequent cavities, or certain health conditions like diabetes, we may recommend visiting every three to four months to keep your smile healthy.

How can I prevent cavities?

The best way to prevent cavities is to maintain a strong daily oral hygiene routine. You should brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss daily to remove plaque between teeth, and limit sugary snacks and beverages. Visiting us every six months for a professional cleaning and exam is also crucial for stopping decay before it starts.

How much does professional teeth whitening cost?

Professional teeth whitening starts at $349 at our Sherman Oaks office.

Do I really need to pull my wisdom teeth?

Not always. If your wisdom teeth are fully erupted, healthy, and properly aligned, they may not need to be removed. However, if they are impacted, causing pain, crowding nearby teeth, or showing signs of decay, removal is usually recommended. We can evaluate your wisdom teeth during a checkup.

How important is flossing?

Flossing is essential for your oral health. Brushing alone only cleans about 60% of your tooth surfaces. Flossing removes food particles and plaque from between your teeth and along the gumline, helping to prevent cavities, bad breath, and gum disease.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. We offer CareCredit and additional financing options to help make treatment more affordable.

Do you offer same-day emergency dental appointments?

Yes. We offer same-day appointments and same-day emergency dental care whenever availability allows. Call us at (818) 784-5889 for immediate help.

Do you offer sedation dentistry?

Yes. Riverside Dental offers sedation dentistry for patients who want a more comfortable treatment experience.

What services do you offer?

We offer preventive, cosmetic, restorative, orthodontic, and surgical dental services including cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, veneers, whitening, Invisalign, braces, extractions, root canals, bone grafting, gum disease treatment, and sedation dentistry.

Medi-Cal and Denti-Cal accepted

Medi-Cal and Denti-Cal Dentist in Sherman Oaks

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Riverside Dental accepts Medi-Cal and Denti-Cal, along with most insurance plans. Same office, same doctors, same care as every other patient. Call or book online and bring your Medi-Cal card to your first visit.

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Denti-Cal accepted

We accept Medi-Cal dental coverage (Denti-Cal) for new and existing patients. Bring your Benefits Identification Card and a photo ID.

$75 new patient special

Not on Medi-Cal? Our $75 new patient special includes a comprehensive exam and full X-rays.

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More than 280 patients have left Riverside Dental a five star review. Read them on our Google listing before you book.

How to book with Medi-Cal

Call (818) 784-5889 or use the online booking form and tell us you have Medi-Cal or Denti-Cal.
Bring your Benefits Identification Card (BIC) and a photo ID to your appointment.
We check your coverage and explain what is covered before any treatment starts.

Where we are

Riverside Dental is in Sherman Oaks, a short drive from Studio City, Encino, Valley Village, Van Nuys and North Hollywood. Visit our contact page for the address, hours and directions.

Coverage details depend on your Medi-Cal plan and the treatment needed. We confirm what your plan covers before you commit to anything.

Medi-Cal and Denti-Cal Dentist in Sherman Oaks

Denti-Cal accepted

$75 new patient special

Rated 5.0 on Google

How to book with Medi-Cal

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