Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

Dr. Dean Salo · Dr. Samantha Besser, DMD · Dr. Ryan Park, DDS · Dr. John Kois · Dr. Michael Pikos · Dr. Deans TMJ

4.6288 Google reviews

2171 Torrance Blvd #1, Torrance, CA 90501, United States · more dentists in Torrance

  • 288Google reviews
  • 7treatments on record
  • ♿wheelchair accessible

About Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance is a dental practice in Torrance, located at 2171 Torrance Blvd #1, Torrance, CA 90501. Dentists on record here include Dr. Dean Salo, Dr. Samantha Besser, DMD, Dr. Ryan Park, DDS and Dr. John Kois. The practice holds a 4.6 star average from 288 Google reviews. That ranks it 47th of 64 rated dentists in Torrance by rating, a little under the 4.7 area average.

The office lists general dentistry, orthodontics, emergency dentistry, pediatric dentistry and sedation dentistry among its treatments. Listed opening hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. The entrance and facilities are listed as wheelchair accessible.

Compare it with the ranked list of Torrance dentists or nearby Lomita, Rancho Palos Verdes and Redondo Beach.

What patients say about Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

With 288 reviews on Google and a 4.6 star average, Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance has enough of a track record to read the patterns in what patients write. Most of the praise centers on friendly staff, and reviewers keep returning to gentle and painless care and clear explanations as well. The procedures people mention by name include Invisalign, root canals and orthodontics, which is useful if that is what brought you here.

Some patients report 30 plus years with this office, which says more than any ad could. Several people write that their injections and cleanings simply did not hurt. More than one reviewer got seen the same day when something urgent came up. The quiet signal in all of it is retention, since the same patients keep showing up year after year.

InvisalignRoot canalsFriendly staffGentle and painless care

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

Recent Google reviews

Jul 2026
Dr Salo and his staff always make me feel well cared for and confident in my treatments. I am a nurse and truly appreciate the way all staff both clinical and administrative are approachable for questions and explain things in a manner that is clear, kind and makes me feel heard. I like the vibe in the office. There is caring, reassurance and even humor which makes me feel so comfortable.
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Mar 2026
My mom Migdalia Z has been a longtime patient. She always receives outstanding and professional service. Lupe helped with offering finance assistance at 0% interest for her denture and she got a discount for it. She was awesome. She is very pleased with the way she is treated.
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Mar 2026
best Invisalign experience! Other orthodontists said I needed braces or jaw surgery to fix my misalignment and cross bite but Dr Wu was able to fix my bite with Invisalign. He even included additional trays at no cost to fine tune things after
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The dentists here

DS

Dr. Dean Salo

Dentist at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

UCLA School of Dentistry

JK

Dr. John Kois

Dentist at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

DT

Dr. Deans TMJ

Dentist at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

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Treatments and typical costs

Ranges are typical Los Angeles fees before insurance, not Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance'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 seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • On-site services available
  • Language assistance

Offerings

  • Offers emergency services
  • Offers pediatric care
  • Offers sedation dentistry

Amenities

  • Has gender-neutral toilets
  • Has toilet

Crowd

  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Appointment required
  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Accepts payment plans

From the practice's public Google business profile.

Questions about Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance

Is Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance good?

Patients rate Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance 4.6 stars across 288 public Google reviews, and the strength they mention most is friendly staff. Some reviewers have been patients here for over 30 years, which is usually the strongest signal an office gives. The ranked neighborhood list on this site shows how that compares to nearby offices.

What do patients complain about at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance?

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 Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance?

In recent public Google reviews, patients describe Invisalign, root canals and orthodontics at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance. 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. Dean Salo at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance?

Two of the 10 recent Google reviews we read mention Dr. Dean Salo by name, and one of those is positive. Patients single out taking time to explain and a kind chairside manner. If you want to be seen by Dr. Dean Salo specifically, ask for them when you book.

What do patients say about Dr. Samantha Besser at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance?

Two of the 10 recent Google reviews we read mention Dr. Samantha Besser by name, and all of them are positive. Patients single out skill and thoroughness. If you want to be seen by Dr. Samantha Besser specifically, ask for them when you book.

Is Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance a good choice for nervous patients?

Three of the 10 recent Google reviews we read come from people who describe dental anxiety, and two left a positive review. Several say the numbing worked and nothing hurt. Tell the office you are anxious when you book, since most practices can slow the pace or discuss sedation options.

Can Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance help with a dental emergency?

One of the 10 recent Google reviews we read describes urgent visits such as pain, a broken tooth or a same day appointment, and patients report being fitted in quickly. Call as early in the day as you can and describe the problem, since emergency slots are usually limited.

What do patients say about billing and insurance at Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance?

Three of the 10 recent Google reviews we read talk about cost, billing or insurance, and two of them are critical. Ask for a written estimate and a pre-authorization from your insurer before larger work.

Where is Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance located?

Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance is at 2171 Torrance Blvd #1, Torrance, CA 90501, in Torrance. Use the map on this page for directions, and check parking or validation with the office when you book.

What are Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance's opening hours?

Listed hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead before visiting.

Is Select Dental Group & Orthodontics Torrance wheelchair accessible?

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

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