Shojania Natasha, DDS

I’m so thrilled to have found Dr. Shojania. She and her assistant Cece were warm and friendly from the start, even when I first called to schedule my appointment. Dr. Shojania is thorough but gentle – meaning she doesn’t use her dental pick like she’s climbing Mount Everest!
I also appreciate her office’s effort to inform me of my options before I make decisions. Dr. Shojania suggested that I get a night guard to protect my teeth from grinding and clenching while I sleep. She discussed relevant options and answered my questions up front. Cece called my insurance company to verify my financial responsibility and placed a hold for the claim should I decide to get the mouth guard within the next year. All I have to do now is call Aetna to authorize when I’m ready.
This office is friendly and professional, and the view from the patient’s chair is pretty sweet too!

Still I think Dr. Shojania is a great dentist. My teeth are better now and I even am wearing a night-​guard that is comfortable when they have never been in the past. You never have to worry about her hurting you since she is super sensitive and makes sure her clients are always comfortable. CC, her dental assistant, is on top of everything as well which makes for a ok experience for something that is not very ok to begin with. Thanks guys!

Implants, fillings, and cosmetic work — I needed it all! I never completed this review which I had started in 2012…
A good friend referred me to Dr Shojania. My «original» dentist in LA had begun to charge a lot more and do a lot less as he entered what I think can be a «burnout phase» that Docs can slide into as they get tired of the same old routine and are perhaps thinking about retiring. As a result, I had put off going back to him as my mouth «exploded’.
I am pretty particular about dentists because I fell victim to a dentist in my younger years who eventually lost his license and took his own life. It came out years after I had been a patient that the guy was a nut — and a dishonest one at that. He had drilled extensively to fix non-​existent cavities to increase his revenues. As a result, most of my teeth had been filled by the time I was 15, and in my 40’s as my teeth died and cracked I put off dealing with the situation as I mentioned above — a huge mistake!
By the time I got to Dr. Shojania, I needed 5 extractions of molars that couldn’t be saved, at least 3 fillings, and a bunch of cosmetic work (including veneers on my two front teeth). It was a ton of work, and she referred me out for the extractions so that I could have posts screwed into my jaw. The surgeon she used (whose name escapes me years later) was amazing — and he handled all of the surgery in one visit. This would allow Dr. Shojania to give me implants — which are more expensive than bridges, obviously, but are more of a lifelong «fix».
I worked with her and her terrific assistant Cici, and probably had about a dozen appointments to rebuild my mouth, but the two of them worked in total sync. Cici kept me completely organized, always called the night before to confirm appointments, and through all this work they kept the atmosphere as comfortable and professional as any dentist could have. A lot of things could have gone wrong with all the work I needed — but Dr. Shojania did an outstanding job.
I just logged into Unilocal to find this review was never finished — though I started it in 2012! I am happy to say that today, 3 plus years later, her work has all held up perfectly and my teeth look great (and function) perfectly. I have moved back east and have not seen her in years, but I wanted to complete this review and give her the top rating I think she deserved.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Shojania since I moved back to LA in 2009. She does a great job in making my teeth look and feel good and clean as well as makes me feel comfortable in the dentist’s chair, which is not my favorite place to be.
She has an old fashioned charm about her, very customer service oriented. If only parking was free, but I guess we can’t have it all.

I can’t speak highly enough of Dr. Shojania’s skill, expertise, and compassion. I’ve been going to Dr. Shojania for several years now, but a difficult crown procedure that I had last week compelled me to write this review. Not only did she work tirelessly on my tooth, she made sure I was ok, stopping to check-​in and distract me with conversation and humor. I had a lot of anxiety going into the procedure and she made sure I remained calm and got through the procedure without increasing my general Dental anxiety. She explained everything to me and held my hand through the procedure. If I had to have any other procedure done I would return without hesitation.

I hate dentists and thus didn’t go for years… Dr. Shojania is considerate, respectful and completely painless… take it from this wimp.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Shojania for a few years now. They always make me feel so welcome every time I come in. Not to mention how informative they are and how great the bed side manner is. I truly have no complaints. I always look forward to all my appointments there. :)

Natasha is the BEST dentist in the world! I’ve been with her for many years now and I’ve had an incredibly AMAZING experience. There is no wait time (except times when I make the doctor wait when I’m late) and the staff is super helpful. Natasha is extremely pleasant. She’s also remarkably knowledgeable about her field. I cannot recommend her enough!

Dr Shojania is the best dentist in Santa Monica. Her office is hidden inside of the medical building next door to St Johns Hospital. She is ethical, competent and an excellent dentist. She went to dental school at Northwestern in Chicago and knows her teeth. She takes care of my mother, wife and kids.
Appointments are easy to schedule.
Her staff is polite and professional.
Parking is pricey but worth it.

Dr. Shojania is the best of the best. She notices everything pays attention to everything and addresses everything. Her hours are great (they have some evening and Saturday appointments) she takes insurance and most importantly gives you the best care you could want.
I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Shojania. I have recommended her to so many people including parents of young children and every single person has told me how happy they are with her. Even those «dental chickens» love her. One friend drives from Diamond Bar!