Maxella Dental Group

I just hope this helps someone out there that is thinking of seeing this Dentist-Dr. Ray Partovy. #1- Just went for a regular check up and Dr. Ray Partovy said I needed some work done ASAP (This procedures I couldn't afford so he offer me a dental credit card which I was approved. Later on I found out that some procedures were not needed:(. #2-In the middle of my root canal procedure, he stop and said to me that I needed a mini surgery that was gonna cost me hundreds of dollars and that my dental credit card had enough funds to cover it. I had no choice but to accept- this had to be done in order to finish this procedure according to him. To make story short, No more than a year later some fillings that he worked on, cracked. I requested the x-rays because I wanted to show them to another dentist but the x-rays were lost. I don't trust any dentist after this experience. I feel stupid for not making my research on this dentist (Dr. Ray Partovy). My advise to you is.......Be careful and always get a second opinion. Good Luck! more

I've been going to Maxell for 7 yrs. Service is good but I've always felt uneasy about the large amt of out of pocket expenses that I have to pay whether I had a PPO or HMO dental plan. Lately I've been feeling as if I've been taken advantage of. I was quoted a large price for service, had the service done, then when it was time to pay the price was inflated by a few hundred dollars.I called my dental plan & was told their prices were signficantly over priced than other dentist.Plus,staff seem incompetent. more

I wanted to thank Dr. Partovy for taking the time to balance my bite. Even though I was a dental assistant for 15 years, I still needed help. As a child, I was told my teeth were too straight. In my twenties, I had braces to flair out my front teeth and bring together my lower molars. In the last five years I have had my silver fillings replaced by porcalen inlays and onlays. It has been seventeen years since I had braces, only to discover I only had two teeth that I could chew with! After having models and measurements completed, Dr. Partovy examined how I was chewing and what needed adjustments. I had a two to three hour appointment with Dr. Partovy. They took the time to examine all movements I made with my jaw. By making minimal teeth adjustments, that same day I noticed the tight muscle in my neck had relaxed! I had ear problems, that felt like fluid in the ear, that went away too. The final thing I noticed was no snoring... my teeth fit together in a comfortable resting position. With a balanced bite I don't grind or clench constantly. It was well worth my time and money to change my quality of life. more

If you don't mind paying an excessive amount of money in addition to what your dental/health insurance will cover, then go to Maxella Dental Group. I went there for x-rays and a basic cleaning. Typically, these services are provided in one visit and covered by your insurance company. At Maxella Dental Group, it's covered in three visits and there is a share of cost by the patient. (First visit consists of getting the x-rays and a 5 minute consultation by the dentist...who will always tell you that you need lots of unnecessary procedures performed. Second and third visits consist of the cleanings...half of the mouth in each visit.) I have extremely good dental insurance and I ended up having to pay an additional $150 for the x-rays and cleaning. Also, forget about customer service with this group. After receiving an invoice in the mail, I attempted to call them for an explanation at least 10 times with no response. I finally had to go to the office to settle the matter. Overall, the service provided was average, but the overall business felt dishonest and unprofessional. I recommend going to another dental group. more

I have been coming to the Maxella Dental Group since 1995, at least!! Never have I experienced a better treatment and truly caring facility like Dr. Partovy's dentists and staff. Dr. Baum is most caring and very aware of her patients needs. I have come a long way, since my first visit! I was a true "chicken" when it came to getting my shots. Now is a thing of the past. I am at ease and very comfortable with any procedures that I need. If you are one of those that are fearful of dentists, I truly recommend Dr. Baum. Also, the root canal specialist Dr. Ferrari is the top of the line. She makes sure you are in no pain and constantly reassures you of that! I love the attention I receive when I am there. Dr. Partovy's staff is the best. Always happy and ready to assist with any questions, whether is a billing question or scheduling of appointments. They work with you. Dr. Partovy sure has the best of the best working for him. He is a family man and it shows at how he treats his staff. They are a family! :-) I will never trade my dentists. “Dr. Baum and Dr. Ferrari.” They are tops!! C.A.R. - Culver City, Ca more

I visited Maxella Dental Group since they are located in the local area mall and accept all insurance plans. I met with Dr. Partovy who put me at ease. The checkup was relatively painless and the cleaning was a little painful, but ok. The staff was very friendly and kept anxious patients like me calm. I would visit again to have my teeth cleaned. more