Ruth Becker, DDS, MS

Dr. Becker had been my son’s dentist since he was a baby. I had to change dentist due to dental plan changes. We soon found or way back because my daughter and son were both traumatized by the other supposed dentist. Never again. I will always bring them back to Ruthie the Toothie for Turtle Tuesday’s.

I have been going to Dr. Becker for nearly 20 years and continue to look forward to every visit. She has a deep commitment to giving children the tools for proper dental hygiene in a stress-​free, positive environment. I have nothing but great things to say about her and this office and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a dentist for their child.

Dr. Ruthy Toothy really liked this dentist. I called and was given an appointment right away (Thanks you Cindy). I was really impressed with the level of attention we received and the professionalism of the staff. We were greeted right away and shortly after Cindy showed us to the room where my children was going to receive treatment. I was very surprised to not have to wait for hours before being seen like at many other places. Cindy was very friendly, welcoming and warm, just what you need when going to the dentist. Before reaching the room, my children Dr. Ruthy Toothy got then all set up and went over their chart with us. She filled everything out and explained everything to me leaving me with no questions or concerns. They took X-​rays and shortly after the Dr. Ruthy Toothy came in. She was very pleasant, kind and thorough. She explained everything to my son & daughter and told them everything Dr. Ruthy Toothy was going to do. After she was done, she showed and explained to me the next step for my son’s and daughter dental needs. They were all very nice checking up on us at every transition and though this all sounds like it took forever, it didn’t. They really know what they are doing and they made everything flow nicely. At the end Cindy went over the dentist recommendations and treatment plan and explained everything covered by my insurance and copayments. She broke everything down for me and I gotta say it was nothing like what I was expecting (which was a very good thing)
We have our next appointment set up and I am just so happy to have found a great dentist for my kids. Thank you Dr. Ruthy Toothy and stuff

The best ever! We love dr Ruth she is a great doctor and her staff is amazing! Ally and Cindy are awesome!!!

We’ve seen Dr Becker a few times since my review. She has been wonderful for the kids. The kids love going to see Dr Becker. They get really excited when we tell them, they are going to the dentist.
They love getting their new toothbrush at every visit. I really like that Dr Becker’s office uses that red/​pink reveal fluid at every visit. It’s nice to see where I am failing/​succeeding at brushing my kids teeth. It shows me where I could be focusing more attention.
Dr Becker was also the first one to notice my son’s almost kissing tonsils. We knew he was having trouble with congestion and other allergies, but once she noticed, it sent us in a new direction.

Hands down, Dr. Becker is the best pediatric dentist in the South Bay! She is kind-​hearted, patient, and always has a witty story. My children (ages 10 and 7) see her every 6 months and they surprisingly enough actually look forward to a visit to the dentist. Today my 10 year old had to have a tooth extracted, which caused her much anxiety in anticipation of the procedure. Dr. Ruth, through her extreme expertise and ability to distract through funny stories, pulled her tooth with such ease that my daughter didn’t even know that the procedure was over! My family and I are indebted to Dr. Becker for the outstanding service given.

I come every 6 months for my sons check up and he always looks forward to his appointment. Jakob especially loves the little play room full of toys while we wait in the waiting room. Dr. Ruth provides a very loving and comfortable environment for children. Jakob absolutely loves Dr. Ruth and her staff and we look forward to seeing her for many more years!

I am SO glad my daughter saw Dr. Ruthy Toothy! I almost cancelled her appointment after seeing some of the reviews on Unilocal but am so glad I didn’t. This was my daughter’s first dental appointment (she’s 2), and I have to say I was so impressed. She actually had fun at the dentist!
The two dental assistants were very sweet and friendly. My girl felt comfortable right away. The doctor was also very professional and kid-​friendly. She had cute rhymes and songs and explained everything clearly to both my daughter and I. I look forward to coming back and definitely recommend Dr. Becker.

I can’t imagine how anyone could rate her 4 stars. I brought my 1 year old for his first dentist visit ever and she was in his face in the stroller in the waiting room. We didn’t even get in the exam room yet and she just didn’t let up waving this stupid clown in his face even though he was hysterical. I should have just left since she obviously just doesn’t get it but he had been having a hard time with teething, we had just moved to town, and I was concerned. She then had us watch a video of a monkey brushing its teeth and before starting it said «you’d be amazed at what they can retain even at this young age». Of course my one year old never even watched more than 5 seconds of it. I almost looked around for hidden cameras like this was some kind of joke. As if the whole thing wasn’t bad enough I get a call from their office six months later telling me the insurance never paid them. Seriously?!? You can’t tell me this any sooner? Anyway you get the idea. Find someone else.

We have only had the best experience with Dr. Ruthie, and we’ve been to 2 other pediatric dentists who scared my son half to death and it was traumatic, to say the least. She only treats what is necessary and completely puts the kids at ease, telling them stories and making them smile. Even though she is not under our insurance, we go to her anyway and pay full price, because she is so worth it!

Years ago she went by «Ruth the tooth» or some such comedy! We had a TERRIBLE experience with her and even reported her to the Dental Board! She said our son had a cavity (which we later found out was NOT a cavity from another dentist looking at original xray). And when she filled this uncavity she did something to make our sons cheek swell! She tried to say that he had the MUMPS!!! Recently we found an old uncashed check from her because of her mistake with our son. We sent her a letter and the uncashed check asking her to please reissue the check. We have not heard one word from her about this… very unprofessional and unethical! So we are now contacting the dental board once again about her ethics or lack of! I would NEVER take any child to this dentist!!! BEWARE of «Ruth the tooth» or whatever comedy she goes by today!!!

My daughter has MAJOR anxiety issues when it comes to anyone in the medical field. She has to be physically restrained when getting shots or anything else. Dr. Ruth (the kids call her Roothie Toothie) is amazing! She and her staff made my daughter feel SO at ease. She was told she was going to a «tooth party» instead of to the dentist. She got to wear her favorite Princess dress and a crown. It was a wonderful experience! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND her!

My previous in-​depth review can be found under her previous Unilocal listing («Ruth-​the-​Tooth Pediatric Dentistry», note the identical office address and name). I hesitate to speculate, but it might very well be the case that she switched aliases to jump ship on her previous bad press — as this simply-​titled Ruth Becker DDS listing seems a new (if hasty) addition.
In any case, I’m sincerely glad to hear that her ethics and general skillset would seem to have improved; I wouldn’t wish the experiences of her patients of yesteryear on anyone.

Dr. Ruthy is the absolute best!!! I wish I had been taken to a dentist like her when I was a child, I believe I wouldn’t have such a dentist phobia now. Dr. Ruthy and her staff specialize in the dental care for children, making it a fun and non frightning experience. My 7yr old had a cavity and I was dreading a fight along with a horrible experience. BUT NO!, Dr. Ruthy is so good my daughter didn’t even realize what was being done. There were no tears, no trauma it was great! Dr. Ruthy and her staff are the best!

Dr. Ruth Becker is seriously the best dentist ever! My son had a bad experience with one dental office, and had a phobia about dentists for years. But since going to Dr. Ruthy, he has totally overcome his fears and loves going to the dentist! The last filling he got, he was so relaxed he almost fell asleep! All the staff are sincere, caring, professional, and kid-​friendly. Truly the perfect dental care experience.

Wonderful pediatric dentist! Dr. Ruth makes kids very comfortable and makes the dentist fun! I cant believe she managed to give my daughter an injection with NO tears! Kids can wear a costume for fun! Lots of goodies and very warm & caring staff!!! I wish I could get my dentistry work done there!