Dr. Max Moncayo
Dentist at The Palisades Dentists
881 Alma Real Dr # T2, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, United States · more dentists in Santa Monica
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The Palisades Dentists sees patients in Santa Monica, Los Angeles from its office at 881 Alma Real Dr # T2, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272. Dentists on record here include Dr. Max Moncayo and Dr. Carly. Patients have given it a 4.9 star average from 47 Google reviews. That ranks it 25th of 42 rated dentists in Santa Monica by rating, above the 4.8 area average.
The office lists general dentistry, dental implants, porcelain veneers and dental crowns among its treatments. Listed opening hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am to 5 pm, Friday 8 am to 2 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. The entrance and facilities are listed as wheelchair accessible.
Compare it with the ranked list of Santa Monica dentists or nearby Venice and Brentwood.
The Palisades Dentists holds a 4.9 star average across 47 public Google reviews, and the pattern inside those reviews is fairly consistent. Most of the praise centers on friendly staff, and reviewers keep returning to how the team treats children and easing dental anxiety as well. Reviewers get specific about their treatment, writing about dental implants, veneers and crowns rather than just the atmosphere.
A recurring line is that the numbing worked and nothing hurt, including for self described dental cowards. Comments mention modern equipment as well, including digital imaging. Visits with children are a recurring topic, and parents mostly describe them going smoothly. The quiet signal in all of it is retention, since the same patients keep showing up year after year.
Summary written from recurring themes in public Google reviews, paraphrased rather than copied.
For context, the average rated dentist in Santa Monica sits at 4.8 stars. Individual review texts for The Palisades Dentists are not yet on this page. Read them on the practice's Google listing, and look for recent comments on the treatment you need rather than the star count alone.
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| Treatment | Typical Los Angeles price | More |
|---|---|---|
| General Dentistry | $95 – $350 | Compare in Santa Monica |
| Dental Implants | $3,000 – $6,500 | Compare in Santa Monica |
| Porcelain Veneers | $1,500 – $3,000 | Compare in Santa Monica |
| Dental Crowns | $1,200 – $2,500 | Compare in Santa Monica |
Ranges are typical Los Angeles fees before insurance, not The Palisades Dentists's own price list. Ask the office for a written estimate after your exam.
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Patients rate The Palisades Dentists 4.9 stars across 47 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.
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.
In recent public Google reviews, patients describe dental implants, veneers and crowns at The Palisades Dentists. Reviews describe individual experiences rather than a service menu, so confirm availability and current pricing with the office directly before booking a specific procedure.
One of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mentions Dr. Max Moncayo by name, and it is positive. Patients single out a gentle touch and a kind chairside manner. If you want to be seen by Dr. Max Moncayo specifically, ask for them when you book.
One of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mentions Dr. Carly by name, and it is positive. If you want to be seen by Dr. Carly specifically, ask for them when you book.
Two of the 5 recent Google reviews we read come from people who describe dental anxiety, and each of them 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.
One of the 5 recent Google reviews we read mentions children or family visits, and all of those is positive. Parents who bring kids should ask whether the dentist sees young children routinely or refers them to a pediatric specialist.
One of the 5 recent Google reviews we read describes urgent visits such as pain, a broken tooth or a same day appointment. Call as early in the day as you can and describe the problem, since emergency slots are usually limited.
The Palisades Dentists is at 881 Alma Real Dr # T2, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272, in Santa Monica, Los Angeles. Use the map on this page for directions, and check parking or validation with the office when you book.
Listed hours are Monday to Thursday 8 am to 5 pm, Friday 8 am to 2 pm, closed Saturday to Sunday. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead before visiting.
Yes. The practice's public profile lists wheelchair-accessible features: has wheelchair-accessible car park, has wheelchair-accessible entrance, has wheelchair-accessible toilet.
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