David Lester, DDS

Had a great experience! He does a good job even when it can be unpleasant! Nice staff also

Didn’t actually have my work done yet, but had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Lester. I’m a big baby when it comes to having my teeth worked on. I ran into him in the parking lot next door, and he took the time to talk to me about what I needed done. He was extremely detailed when answering my questions, even assured me that my insurance would cover me at his office. I wrote this review, before the work, because I was impressed that he took a few minutes to talk to me about what I needed. Now I just need to man up, and schedule the appointment. I will do a follow-​up review when completed. Thanks again.

I have been a patient of Dr. Lester’s since he began practicing (and of his father’s before him). Some people don’t like to go to the dentist, but I actually look forward to the experience! Lora, the dental hygienist, is the best ever!!!

Went in for check up had the best teeth cleaning by Lora. :) didn’t need anything it was pain free. :) woowhoo!

I’ve been coming to Dr. Lester since I was a kid. Like most, I’m not a big fan of going to the dentist and through the years I’ve had to go through a number of dental procedures. Having said that– I feel fortunate to have a dentist that cares about their patients and does everything they can to make the process as painless as possible.
Everyone who works here is polite, professional and cares about the people they help. I refer all my friends and family and if you are looking for a dentist who cares, look no further.

Now been coming to Dr Lester for around 3 years. I am actually updating my review from 4 stars to 5 stars. Dr. Lester and his entire staff are really the best in the business.
I originally gave 4 stars instead of 5 because there was a small billing issue we had 3 years ago. But after 3 years of excellent care, I think 5 stars are in order.
If you need a good dentist, try Dr Lester. He’s the best!

Dr. Lester and his staff are the absolute best it gets! I have no insurance and at the time of a dental emergency his office manager Laura was so sweet, so comforting, and the ONLY one willing to take me in immediately.
Dr. Lester is incredibly patient, kind, and amazing at what he does. He is very personable and takes the time to explain everything, and then with the most gentle hands ever he is done and I’m on my way. Dr. lester and his staff don’t make you feel embarrassed if you have financial problems and are ready to help in any way they can– as well as if you are terrified and having a freakout about dental work (this girl is very guilty).
Anyways, BEST dentist and BEST staff EVER!

While the work performed was standard, when I had additional work to be done and asked for an estimate I was told «let’s just see what your insurance pays». I had hit my dental maximum and was left with a HUGE bill. If you go to this dentist– get an estimate in writing 1^st or you will have a outrageous bill!

Dr Lester is really a very good dentist — professional, knowledgeable, thorough and doesn’t rush into something before considering what is really best for you as the patient. I had my front two teeth ‘filled’ by him after chipping one tooth slightly and having the other one quite worn down. I was worried the result would look fake and the color would not match but OMG! he did such a great job… you really cannot tell at all that my front teeth have been filled. They are now strong and healthy and I don’t need to worry about further chips and so on.
My husband uses Dr Lester and I also take our kids to him. I like the fact that he is concerned about the health of the teeth more than the ‘cosmetic’ obsession you often get here in Southern California. A true professional.

I’ve been a longtime patient of Dr. Lesters and have always had great experiences. He and his staff are very friendly and there is no «upsale», like in some of my old dentists. In fact, everything about the visit feels very «old fashioned», in the very best sense of the word. Kind, knowledgeable, and straightforward…

I brought my 11 year old in for what I thought would be 2 extractions. It turned out that three needed to be done (adult teeth not pushing out the baby teeth). The doctor offered nitros (sp?) to keep him happy and I think novacaine to numb the pain. We scheduled appointment on Friday for Monday. We were there 30 minutes early to fill out paperwork but were seen at the appointment time. Dr Lester was great at explaining to my son what to expect and was done with all three of the extractions without my son even realizing it.
My son was also concerned that he was going to need braces. Dr. Lester said that my son should wait another year to see a orthodontist to let more of his adult teeth come in and that braces should be able to quickly move his teeth into place since they are spaced widely apart. Whew!

Great Dentist. Very friendly staff. Been a patient for years. Dr. Lester and his staff do a great job of taking care of both my wife and I. He really knows his stuff, and the work he does holds up great.
Great for cosmetic. Has a lot of the latest teeth whitening techniques.
I have had several insurances, and they seemed to been able to work with all of them. However there are so many, best to ask first.
This dental practice has been in the City of Orange/​North County for 40 years, when Dr. Lester’s father started the practice. So they are not going anywhere.
If shopping for dentists, give them a call.