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This was a very good doctors officePosted on GoogleAllison Anderson1 days agoWe love Dr. Carter! He and his staff are friendly, warm and know how to put every nervous patient at ease. So grateful for this office, their treatment and result. This is our second kiddo in braces! đ and we are happy!Posted on GoogleMadeline Donoghue2 days agoDr Sam goes above and beyond with caring for my 14 yr old boy (one with ASD) & 10 yr old boy. We are more than grateful for his care! His staff and he go above and beyond to make sure both boys get excellent care. For the first time ever, my son w/ ASD was able to have X-rays done without being under general anesthesia! The true team effort of extra staff support, knowledge about what can suppress shallow gag reflexes, understanding how to communicate to Luke & preciseness all just came together for the goal of full teeth X-rays! It was such a fantastic moment! We were all so proud of him, & I think he was proud of himself too. Weâve tried all his life and yesterday was the day! Thank you ALL!!Posted on GoogleDestiny Dawn3 days agoBest experience with all staff members! Incredibly patient and kind!Posted on GoogleJoseph Mark Wexler3 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Super fun for kids! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They certainly know their customers.Posted on GoogleNorm Wyman5 days agoAlways a GREAT Experience! When I was their age dental appointments were always worrisome, with the expectation of pain and discomfort. Not for my boys! I believe that they may even look forward to seeing Dr deLorme!Posted on GoogleBrooke Lawler5 days agoBest pediatric dentist around! My son was terrified of the going to the dentist until we found South OC Pediatric Dentistry. Now my son can't wait to go see everyone and get his teeth cleaned every 6 months. My heart is so happy knowing he is great hands! Highly recommend!!!Posted on GoogleNataisha Nkum5 days agoThe best Pediatric Dentist in all of OC! Professional, earthly-good and kind spirited! Customer service is impeccable! đđœPosted on GoogleTamara Jordan7 days agoDr. Sam and his staff were wonderful. Very kind and hospitable. He did a great job educating me and giving me techniques for an easier time brushing my sonâs teeth. He was also very understanding to my desire to abstain from using fluoride toothpaste with my son.He recommended it, but was very good about not being pushy and he respected my decisions. He offered an alternative fluoride, free toothpaste. All of his staff were very sweet and were great with my son. Iâm He recommended it, but was very good about not being pushy and he respected my decisions. He offered an alternative fluoride, free toothpaste. All of his staff were very sweet and weâre great with my son. Iâm happy to be a new client there. Love the toys and the Photo Booth on the way out. Thank You for a great experience!Posted on GoogleCarly Hopkins9 days agoKind and attentive staff â my toddler was very much at ease during her visit due to the warm and calm demeanor of both her hygienist and dentist.Posted on GoogleDano Nahabedian9 days agoDr Wu was awesome. Super helpful and informative for first time visits!Posted on GoogleMaria Llacuna9 days agoMy daughter and son are always excited to visit Dr. Wu. The whole team takes good care of them. The clinic is inviting. The staff are friendly, approachable and helpful. Dr. Wu is very professional and knows his patients.Posted on GoogleCaroline Lee12 days agoWe love Dr Wu! Weâve been seeing him for over 9 years now. Heâs friendly, funny, sweet with the kids, always on time, efficient, and most importantly knowledgeable! He trained at Harvard for his residency. Thank you Dr Wu for taking care of us!Posted on GoogleLeila N13 days agoI am extremely satisfied with my experience at Dr. Carter and his dental office. The staffs are wonderful, very welcoming, and polite. Dr. is also an amazing, professional, and skilled dentist who takes great care of his patients. Everyone here is so kind and professional. Highly recommended!Posted on GoogleJosie Nguyen15 days ago10/10. Dr. Carter and staff are simply amazing and caring. EVERYONE is friendly. Came here to get a second opinion and so glad we did. First place was good, Dr. Carter was just better.Posted on GoogleMarina McCarron18 days agoThis is the best pediatric dentistry office! I was a dental hygienist for over 20 years and very selective on which office I will take my son. I highly recommend this office.Posted on GoogleErica Castillo18 days agoDr. John and his team are amazing! He thoroughly explained to us with visuals what was going on with our kids teeth, provided options. We are thankful to Dr. John and are happy we made the switch! I was tired of seeing a different dentist every time at my prior place. Ease of making appointments was also important.Posted on Googleemily shanton20 days agoDr. De Lorme and his team are amazing! We recently took our son in for his second visit and had the best experience. I also went to Dr. De Lorme as a child and itâs fully circle bringing my own children now! My son felt comfortable and loved going to the dentist because of how friendly and accommodating everyone was! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for an amazing pediatric dentist!Posted on GoogleKatherine King22 days agoThe staff is so nice and Dr. Wu is so warm and kind. My daughter Kaitlyn loves going to see him.Posted on GoogleAmanda Azzato22 days agoWe love this office and feel so lucky to have had them take care of her braces. Everyone is so kind and made the experience so wonderful.Posted on GoogleKelley King27 days agoI was recommended by a close friend and I had a great experience for my 2.5 year old daughterâs first visit to the dentist. The hygienist was incredible- very kind, approachable, and got my daughter to do everything needed for the check up and cleaning. I was so impressed. Dr. John was approachable, professional, and time efficient while looking at my daughters teeth. I appreciated the feedback and felt no judgement from the entire staff. My daughter had a great experience and thatâs what was so important to me.Posted on GoogleNicole S27 days agoAn absolute standout dental practice! Dr. Wu is exceptionally patient, thorough, and has a wonderful bedside manner that instantly puts both adults and children at ease. He takes the time to explain every step of the process and treats my kids with such kindness and care. Finding a dental provider who earns your complete trust is rare, but he and his entire team have ours completely. Highly recommended!Posted on GoogleDr. Ari Shahabaldiny27 days agoBest dentist and super fabulous teamPosted on GooglePremier Family Counseling28 days agoDr. De Lorme and his team have an exceptional practice for children. They are all so sweet with my kids, get creative with them when the kids are resistant at times, and provides parents with great education on the health of their teeth and future plans etc. Their office is also so beautifully done with a fish tank, adorable Photo Booth that you can do with your kids after your dental visit and walls of prizes/toys- so so cute!Posted on GoogleDevon Carr29 days agoAwesome dentist for my kids! Always a positive experience and my kids have no fear of the dentist specifically because of this office!Posted on GoogleBecky K30 days agoWe love this place. My son always leaves feeling good about himself. The entire staff is friendly and professional.Posted on GoogleYvonne Lan33 days agoFriendly staffs and very nice dental clinic. Highly recommendïŒPosted on GoogleTarin Garvey36 days agoWe are so happy with our experience at South OC Pediatric Dentistry! Our 6-month checkups and cleanings are always such a positive experience. The ladies at the front desk are warm and welcoming, and the hygienist is thorough, gentle, and takes such great care of our daughterâs teeth while always respecting and honoring our boundaries. Dr. DeLorme is encouraging, enthusiastic, and kind, and you can truly tell how much he cares about his patients. We always leave our visits feeling happy, reassured, and confident that our daughter is in great hands. We couldnât be happier with our experience and highly recommend South OC Pediatric Dentistry!Posted on GoogleMarina Wetrosky37 days agoDr. Wu is amazing with kids. He makes my daughter feel so comfortable and relaxedâshe has absolutely no fear of going to the dentist! The whole team is professional, welcoming, and personable. Great place for kids to establish a life-long dental routine.Posted on Googlempt0737 days agoOutstanding orthodontist Care is exceptional and meticulous In addition he is very caring and have an outstanding supportive staff Being a professional myself dealing with many dentists and physicians over the years I can attest that Dr Carter is one of the best Dentist I have dealt withPosted on GoogleO.Oj.240 days agoEveryone, literally everyone from the minute I walked in the door is super friendly, patient and thorough. Thank you guys!đPosted on GoogleLuke H40 days agoDr. Wu does a great job with our kids teeth. I would recommend him and his staff without any hesitation. Location is also easy to access and conveniently located.Posted on GoogleJenni Balck41 days agoDr. Wu is always so kind and patient with my kiddos. They are older teens now and he speaks to them in a very straightforward manner. They always look forward to their appointmentsPosted on GoogleAndrea Marie Wiley41 days agoWe always know we are in good hands. Dr. John is very thorough, explains things to us and always friendly. Great service!Posted on GoogleZoila Moreira42 days agoI was referred to Dr. De Lorme by our previous pediatric dentist after we moved to the mission viejo area. My 3 kids have had two visits so far and the office staff, hygienists, and Dr. Lorme have exceeded my expectations. All the staff have been so nice and communicative and Dr. De Lorme really connects with the kids, provides a real comprehensive exam, and explains to both the kids and parents about what is going and potential next steps. He is kind and makes the kids feel safe and helps grownups be informed. We are so glad to have him as our pediatric dentist.Always efficient and friendly Glad weâve been with them from the startPosted on GoogleAlison Salgado44 days agoMy girls always look forward to their cleaning and check up with Dr. Delorme. We are long time patients from toddlers to teenagers now. He takes such good care of their teeth and always recommends the least invasive treatment plan before needing any procedures.Posted on GoogleNatalia Grandi44 days agoMy daughters have had a great experience with Dr De Lorme and his staff. Canât recommend them enoughPosted on GoogleRyan OâNeill44 days agoDr. John is very amazing and very straight forward. love that!Posted on GoogleLeah Lorton49 days agoâââââ We had such a wonderful experience at South OC Pediatric Dentistry today! From the moment we walked in, we felt genuinely cared for. The entire team was incredibly attentive to each of my childrenâs individual needs and made them feel comfortable, safe, and understood. What really stood out to me was that they actually knew who we were and took the time to pay close attention to specific needs and concerns rather than treating us like just another appointment. That kind of personalized care means so much as a parent. They made the entire visit easy, calm, and stress-free. Iâm so grateful for the kindness, patience, and attention they showed our family today. Highly recommend South OC Pediatric Dentistry! đ€Posted on GoogleJiaoli Peng49 days agoI would definitely recommend South OC! Dr. Sam Wu is so kind and patient with us. I also really like how organized the clinic is. From making an appointment to checking in and receiving treatment, every step is easy and smooth. Dr. Sam Wu is warm, friendly, and genuinely cares about whatâs best for the kids. He speaks Cantonese and a little Mandarin as well, which is very helpful for Chinese-speaking families. He is definitely a doctor I would recommend!Posted on GoogleMitra51 days agoWe have been with Dr. De Lorme for my two kids for 12+ years. Heâs amazing and we trust him completely.Posted on GoogleDebra Cipollone53 days agoI have a child with special needs and Dr. Wu and his team always take special care and time with my son. They are never in a hurry to clean his teeth. Dr. Wu is a gem. Always upbeat, positive and supportive. Love South OC Pediatric Dentistry. Thank Dr. Wu and team for making my son feel comfortable and giving him a great smile.Posted on GoogleT H54 days agoDoctor Wu is the best pediatric dentist! He has been taking care of our daughter since she was little, and she just went off to college this summer. Thank you Dr. Wu for your care and kindness over the years!Posted on GoogleJatin Shah54 days agoMy daughter has done braces over here. Doctor is great and make kids comfortable as my daughter is 8 years old.Posted on GoogleLucy Marek55 days agoAlways a pleasure! Dr. Wu and his staff are amazing!Posted on GoogleSophie Kaplantzis56 days agoFantastic experience. They squeezed us in at very short notice during an incredibly busy period. Very professional, friendly and absolutely wonderful with kids. The kids loved the toys, photo booth and of course the fish tank with Nemo and Marlin! đ Highly recommend.Posted on GoogleDaniela Pangallo56 days agoI really appreciate the clear explanation and the transparency of the doctors. It also feels that they sincerely care and not try to oversell procedurePosted on GoogleErica Martinez58 days agoI love this dental office. Everyone has always been so friendly and patient with my son. We have been going to this dentist since my son was 8 months. Now at 6 years old, he still doesnât like anyone touching or poking at him. Not the most easy patient. But the group is quick and efficient. Dr. DeLorme and staff has a great way with making the kids feel comfortable. We appreciate that! (Written in 2020) Thank you!Posted on GoogleSue Imler60 days agoDr. Carter has great attention to making your teeth align and that your smile is beautiful. He is also a great guy! The staff is so kind, caring and supportive. Great office! Great results! Great people!Load moreVerified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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Healthy smiles begin with the right care at the right time. From your childâs first dental visits to orthodontic treatment for teens and adults, our team provides thoughtful care and clear recommendations that support long-term oral health.