Gimlen Orthodontics

Dr. Scott Barlow · Dr. Amy Gimlen

5.0228 Google reviews

973 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste c, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, United States · more dentists in Manhattan Beach

  • #2of 35 rated in Manhattan Beach
  • 228Google reviews
  • 3treatments on record
  • ♿wheelchair accessible

About Gimlen Orthodontics

Gimlen Orthodontics sees patients in Manhattan Beach from its office at 973 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste c, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. Dentists on record here include Dr. Scott Barlow and Dr. Amy Gimlen. The practice holds a 5.0 star average from 228 Google reviews. That ranks it 2nd of 35 rated dentists in Manhattan Beach by rating, above the 4.9 area average.

Treatments on record include general dentistry, orthodontics and invisalign & clear aligners. Listed opening hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am to 5 pm, Friday 9 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. The entrance and facilities are listed as wheelchair accessible.

Compare it with the ranked list of Manhattan Beach dentists or nearby Hermosa Beach, El Segundo and Hawthorne.

What patients say about Gimlen Orthodontics

Across 228 Google reviews, Gimlen Orthodontics averages 5 stars, and the written comments are more telling than the score. The compliments that repeat are about friendly staff and how the team treats children, and several people bring up gentle and painless care too. The procedures people mention by name include Invisalign, which is useful if that is what brought you here.

Several people write that their injections and cleanings simply did not hurt. Visits with children are a recurring topic, and parents mostly describe them going smoothly. What reads through most clearly is trust: people come back, and they bring family members with them.

InvisalignFriendly staffHow the team treats children

Summary written from recurring themes in public Google reviews, paraphrased rather than copied.

Recent Google reviews

Apr 2026
Dr. Barlow is amazing!! I had the best experience. The whole team is so nice, and Dr. Barlow took the time to carefully answer all of my questions. After going through ortho treatment in the past, it’s incredible to see all the advancements their office has and the new technology. They made the experience seamless.
via Google reviews
Jan 2026
Dr. Gimlen and Staff are wonderful. Compassionate and technology forward: Gimlen Ortho delivers. Three of four family members are now in various stages of their care. A child of a Dentist Father, I value quality dental work. Dr. Gimlen and her staff deliver quality, results and more.
via Google reviews
Jul 2026
Highly recommend! I have done 2 rounds of Invisalign with other providers. My son is doing a round with Gimlen and it is already a better experience. Kind, patient, and knowledgeable.
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The dentists here

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Dr. Scott Barlow

Dentist at Gimlen Orthodontics

University of Southern California (USC)

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Dr. Amy Gimlen

Dentist at Gimlen Orthodontics

UCLA School of Dentistry

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Treatments and typical costs

Ranges are typical Los Angeles fees before insurance, not Gimlen Orthodontics's own price list. Ask the office for a written estimate after your exam.

Accessibility and amenities

Accessibility

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

From the practice's public Google business profile.

Questions about Gimlen Orthodontics

Is Gimlen Orthodontics good?

Patients rate Gimlen Orthodontics 5 stars across 228 public Google reviews, and the strength they mention most is friendly staff. The ranked neighborhood list on this site shows how that compares to nearby offices.

What do patients complain about at Gimlen Orthodontics?

No single complaint repeats often enough in recent public reviews to call a pattern. As always, confirm pricing and insurance in writing before treatment so the paperwork matches the conversation.

What treatments do patients mention at Gimlen Orthodontics?

In recent public Google reviews, patients describe Invisalign at Gimlen Orthodontics. Reviews describe individual experiences rather than a service menu, so confirm availability and current pricing with the office directly before booking a specific procedure.

What do patients say about Dr. Scott Barlow at Gimlen Orthodontics?

One of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mentions Dr. Scott Barlow by name, and it is positive. If you want to be seen by Dr. Scott Barlow specifically, ask for them when you book.

What do patients say about Dr. Amy Gimlen at Gimlen Orthodontics?

Three of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mention Dr. Amy Gimlen by name, and all of them are positive. Patients single out skill and thoroughness and a kind chairside manner. If you want to be seen by Dr. Amy Gimlen specifically, ask for them when you book.

Is Gimlen Orthodontics good with children?

Three of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mention children or family visits, and all of those are positive. Parents who bring kids should ask whether the dentist sees young children routinely or refers them to a pediatric specialist.

What are the staff like at Gimlen Orthodontics?

Four of the 5 recent Google reviews we read comment on the team, and every one of them is positive.

Where is Gimlen Orthodontics located?

Gimlen Orthodontics is at 973 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste c, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, in Manhattan Beach. Use the map on this page for directions, and check parking or validation with the office when you book.

What are Gimlen Orthodontics's opening hours?

Listed hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am to 5 pm, Friday 9 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead before visiting.

Is Gimlen Orthodontics wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The practice's public profile lists wheelchair-accessible features: has wheelchair-accessible car park, has wheelchair-accessible entrance, has wheelchair-accessible toilet.

What treatments does Gimlen Orthodontics offer, and what do they cost?

On record: general dentistry (typically $95 to $350 in Los Angeles), orthodontics (typically $3,000 to $7,500 in Los Angeles), invisalign & clear aligners (typically $3,500 to $8,000 in Los Angeles). Actual fees depend on your case and coverage, so ask the office for a written estimate after an exam.

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