Edith Cuevas Mendoza, DMD

Dr. Cuevas-​Mendoza is the best, very friendly, never rushes you, is very thorough and her staff is excellent, especially Vanessa!

I’ve been going to Dr. Cuevas Mendoza for years, and have gone to her even when my plan didn’t cover her — that’s how much I love this dentist. She does amazing work, whether it’s a mouth guard you need, a filling, a crown or a bond. She’s gentle, personable and doesn’t talk down to you. She’s funny too. Weirdly enough, I enjoy going to her. I can’t recommend her highly enough!

Dr. Edith Cuevas-​Mendoza is the BEST!!! I’m a complete wuss when it comes to the dentist, but she is always so patient and understanding with me. That’s why I’ve been loyal patient for almost 10 years now. I trust her judgement and highly recommend her service. Her staff also ROCKS!!! In this day and age, a texted appointment reminder is so appreciated.

Unilocal describes 2 stars as «Meh, I’ve received better,» which is exactly how I feel about her dentistry. I would give one star, but I feel that’s a bit too cruel since the actual dentist seems to know what she is doing. Here is my experience…
I like that this is a small practice, just Edith and her dental assistant (who also seems to cover all admin duties as well), but it also creeps me out a bit as well. They moved offices from a slightly larger set of rooms to a smaller apartment next door, which is behind a major construction site. They did not warn me of this when I made the appointment a couple days before, and I couldn’t figure out how to get to their entrance. Meanwhile, I had construction workers hitting on me as I was walking back and forth trying to find a sign for their practice. I finally found it, but it wasted half of my lunch break. Funny enough, the room they put me in had a floor to ceiling window facing these construction workers. ugh.
Now to the actual service… I was told by a colleague that this was covered under my Aetna PPO dentistry plan. I inquired upon arrival and they said yes and didn’t question this further because most dentists are covered by this plan. After my appointment, they even encouraged me that my plan covers 3 teeth cleaning per year and tried to convince me to book another one in 4 months (she was recommending actual dates and time as soon as I left the dental chair). I know most plans cover 2 cleanings per year, but I’m pretty sure everyone only does a cleaning once a year. Anyway, I declined and later received a bill showing that they were out-​of-​network AND I was being charged extra for xrays that my dental plan does not consider «routine.» I also looked over my dental plan to make sure I wasn’t crazy, and turns out it only covers 2 cleanings per year, so they also lied about that. I honestly think they would lie about anything to get my service. I have never seen another patient in there AND I can always get an appointment the next day for whatever time I want.
Pros: she ads vasaline to your lips while she’s doing teeth cleanings which keeps your lips from chapping
Cons: she and her assistant allow water to spray all along over your face during even a routine teeth cleaning. And not just a little, but everywhere.
They lie that they are covered by your network and also bill you for more than «routine» cleanings cover. When you point that out to them, they then suggest you reach out to your plan to «work it out.» Who has time for all of this BS? Also, it’s their error/​lie, so why am I paying them or spending time playing detective?
All in all, I can find a better dentist AND one that has better administrative services that is certified and in my network. No wonder they keep moving to smaller rooms and have no customers. They rely on 10 customers being loyal… well I’m not one of them.

Dr. Cuevas and her staff are the best! It really pained to give her up as a dentist as I just recently moved to Sacramento from West LA as I’ve had her as a dentist for probably close to 3 years.
I have just plain ol bad genetics where it pertains to my teeth and was never taught how to floss growing up. Needless to say, I’ve had a lot of work done by her in the past couple of years (all necessary) — she’s patient, kind, and reassuring.

I don’t know why Dr Cuevas or her staff would receive anything but stellar reviews. I’ve been going here for years and I love Dr. Cuevas and I love her staff
I have referred many people to her and they love as well.
She not the kind of dentist that tries to up-​sell you on needing procedures when you really don’t.
I’ve always found her and her staff very honest and caring.

Stay Away from this place at all costs. The staff led by Vanessa is unprofessional. They charged me a cancelation fee despite me calling a day ahead of time to cancel the appointment. They also did not bother to leave me a voicemail when they called me the day prior. When I brought that up to Vanessa she said a «voicemail» is a courtesey on their part that means nothing. The doctor also charges a co-​pay of over $ 50.00 for a checkup and cleaning and I have a dental PPO. It has become clear to me that all they are interested in is getting the most money out of you that they can. The mentality, mannerisms and speaking tone of the staff is very street-​wise, lacking the demeanor required of a professionals.

Dr. Mendoza and her staff are great! I have been going to Dr Cuevas for 7 years + I highly recommend her she is very nice and professional I have recently relocated to Chicago and I sure will miss having a good dentist.

My experience having my teeth cleaned and full-​mouth Xray by Dr. Cuevas-​Mendoza and her staff was the best I’ve had in decades. Her technician was efficient and thorough. Dr. Cuevas-​Mendoza dictated detailed notes to her assistant throughout the exam. She cleaned and flossed more thoroughly than my previous two dentists. I would definitely recommend her.

I will not go back to this Dentist. My experience creeped me out. She put all of the surgical tools on my chest– instead of a tray. She successfully filled my cracked filling but I felt uncomfortable the whole time. I also realized mid drilling that the hadn’t given me eye protection. Just not for me.

Dr Cuevas Mendoza is a gem in the sea of l.a. dentists. I work nearby and wanted a dentist I could walk to so I thought I’d give her a shot. SO glad I did, I’ve tried so many dentists in the area and just could not find the right combination of good bed side manners, location/​parking and chemistry. Her attention to the details of my comfort is what sold me, frankly I’ve never had a dentist who made sure that during my procedures my lips were well moisturized with whatever goop they use. This sounds silly perhaps but for somebody like me with a lot of lip surface area that easily dries it is immensely appreciated. She also has the demeanor of some one who wouldn’t hurt a fly and yet entirely competent in her work. These and other seemingly minor details together give me the confidence and comfort in what is typically a vulnerable and anxious place. Also, there is ample and free parking behind the building to boot. You just can’t lose here.

love her!!!