Joseph E Abe, DDS

Excellent dentist. Wonderful staff. You really get what you pay for when it comes to caring for your teeth.
I’ve been to many dentists and have had a difficult finding a good one in the Los Angeles area. Dr Abe is awesome. He’s just the right amount of a conservative dentist, not wanting to butcher your teeth unnecessarily, to preserve the structure to last you a lifetime. He monitors the health and condition of your teeth with each visit and makes the appropriate recommendations for dental work when it becomes necessary. That’s what good dentists do.
Take care of your teeth and see your dentist if you want to keep your teeth. If you want to not only keep them but keep them looking great, go more often, on schedule, not just when you feel pain… by then it is too late!
I like the office, it is very clean and Dr Abe uses all the modern tools and technology you’d expect in this day and age. The staff is highly skilled and my hygienist there is wonderful to deal with.
It is very hard to find a good dentist, and Dr Abe is one of the best.
I found him by sweet luck. I chipped a tooth on a Saturday night a few years ago. He’s the only dentist who called me back and even offered to see me on a Sunday to fix my damaged tooth. No dentist is open on Sundays but he was willing to show up with an assistant to help me. After getting past that dental emergency I have continued to come back because of his excellent work. He was even able to correct some less than top notch filling work done elsewhere.

Dr. Abe & his staff are amazing… the work & dedication they put in their career.
Thank you Dr Abe & your wife for your amazing service!!!

SHADY SHADY SHADY! These people are liars and will do whatever they can to get your money! They should be reported to the Better Business Bureau and shut down until they learn how to handle and process their paperwork correctly because it’s obvious they have no clue what they’re doing… or even worse they know exactly what they’re doing and they’re just horrible people! I called before I went in, was told I was covered by my insurance, and then after my visit I received a bill for $ 415.00! I only went there because I was told I would be covered by my insurance! That’s why I called to check my benefits before I made the appointment! DON’T LIE JUST TO GET PEOPLE IN YOUR OFFICE AND THEN TRY TO TAKE THEIR MONEY! What kind of people are you?! And come to find out, I’m definitely not the first person you’ve done this to and I highly doubt I’ll be the last! You guys are WRONG for how you handle things in that office and for how you treat people!

Dr Abe is one of the best dentist around! I have been going to him for years & i can’t say enough about him & his outstanding staff. For someone who dislikes getting his teeth cleaned, he makes it a breeze! His whole staff are all pro’s & makes my time in the chair easy. It hard to find a dentist who you can trust. I would highly recommend Dr. Abe for your whole family.

I went to Dr. Abe for my yearly exam and ended up needing a bit of work. Everyone in this office is professional, knowledgeable, and very thorough. The office environment is warm and welcoming, and Dr. Abe himself could not be more kind, generous, skilled, and funny. During my exam, we had such a wonderful conversation that I forgot about the work on my teeth and truly had a fabulous time at the dentist! That is not something that most people could say about their dental visits.
The office opens very early during the week, and they have hours available on Saturday also which means that seeing the dentist does not mean you have to miss time at work. The office was very clear about billing and what was covered under my insurance plan and the charges for services were very reasonable. I recommend Dr. Abe and his staff without reservation. They are wonderful and make your trip to the dentist as pleasurable as possible.

I’ve been to many dentist offices over the years. Dr. Abe has a unique way of making a person feel at ease about every procedure, whether it be a simple cleaning, an extraction or even a root canal! He is very gentle and his friendly (long employed) staff members are accommodating, very informative, very patient and they explain every procedure in detail in a way you can understand. They also have the latest teeth whitening system! They do well very with kids too! On my numerous visits I’ve always had very little wait time. They’re office is clean, with impressive views of palm trees and the mountains. The one thing that stands out the most to me is (and I’ve also heard this from others), if you are having an emergency, Dr. Abe many times will go out of his way to help you. This is the sign of someone who not only does his job well, but more importantly he cares about his patients comfort and well being. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Abe’s office.

I went to Dr. Abe years ago and, after several dentists in different states, I’ve realized that my first impression of Dr. Abe was correct — he’s the best. I’m terrified of the dentist as a result of a horrible dentist that literally caused me more pain than relief. In fact, I went to Dr. Abe to have two root canals to fix previous botched fillings by the bad dentist.
When I described my symptoms I got an appointment the next day and was relieved when Dr. Abe didn’t kiss me on the forehead and tell me it’ll be alright before sticking me with a 6″ needle (yeah, the childhood dentist was that bad). In fact, Dr. Abe’s office uses a great numbing system that uses a tiny needle that fits between your tooth and your gum and numbs as the dentist proceeds. If you’re afraid of needles (and I am), I can say that this was the best experience you can expect at a dentists office. And the numbing is effective — never felt any pain throughout either root canal procedure.
The dental hygienists are the best. A cleaning should not be pleasant, and while it wasn’t I also felt like I had new teeth after they were done. Not a speck of plaque anywhere. And they will give you crap about flossing, but it’s their job. Plus, they keep a record of your gum line so know if you’re showing signs of gum disease.
As for Veronica V.‘s review, I think that may be an unlucky experience. I first went as a student and so was on my parents’ Massachusetts insurance and then went when I graduated and had my own plan. At no point was I billed incorrectly (nor were my parents). I would go to Dr. Abe if I were still in the Southern CA region and definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for a dentist.

This office is very shady in terms of processing your paperwork. Beware. We found this doctor through our dental healthplan network. My husband got a cleaning and xrays all covered under my insurance. My husband at that time had his own insurance, which this office tried to double bill. Once my husband dropped his insurance, because he was covered under mine, Dr. Abe sent us a bill for $ 350 for cleaning and xrays. We have tried to call them but they wont answer. As for as the actual work, my husband tried to set up a follow up appointment for a filling and he kept calling numerous times but they never returned his call. I guess it’s because they realized he had dropped his dental insurance and had to bill us for the shady work.
This office is a rip off! Don’t go here.

I love Dr. Abe and his hygienists. Dr. Abe is a very nice and gentle dentist. The hygienists are all easy to get along with and do great cleanings. My favorite part about the office is that they offer cleaning appointments at 7 am. That makes it very easy to have a cleaning in the morning and get to work on time. I would highly recommend this office.

Dr. Abe is a sweet, friendly, very competent dentist. He makes visiting the dentist a breeze, particularly for someone who hates visiting the dentist. I have horrible teeth– it runs in my family. My aunt, dad, and siblings all have bad teeth. I floss and brush and use all the products I should, but my gums bleed and I usually have to get a half dozen cavities fixed every year. I’m in my 20’s and had already had two root canals by the time I first came to Dr. Abe.
My insurance had changed, and I had to leave my old dentist– not a big deal because I hadn’t cared for her much, anyway. I found Dr. Abe in a tall old building near town hall and decided to give him a chance.
In the two years he was my dentist, he was really great. Kind, caring, and once he got to know me, he made it clear that he would never give me the lectures and guilt-​trips that I had been used to with other dentists.
He volunteers for the ski patrol and is a very energetic older man. I thought he was adorable, and his staff are kind and very competent. I think that his dental work saved me from much more invasive/​painful procedures in the long run. Recommended whole-​heartedly!

Surprisingly nobody has written a review for this dentist yet. Dr. Abe and his staff are not only knowledgeable in the work they are doing but provide the best care available. The office is very organized and structured, which has hardly any waiting time when there is an appointment. I was referred to this dentist and didn’t realize how great he was. If you ever have a dental emergency, he is definitely willing to help you out if you need to see him in a hurry. Best thing is that certain weekdays have evening hours for cleaning teeth!