The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS

Dr. Monica Bruce

4.9408 Google reviews

3756 Santa Rosalia Dr #204, Los Angeles, CA 90008, United States · more dentists in Leimert Park

  • #11of 28 rated in Leimert Park
  • 408Google reviews
  • 3treatments on record
  • Satweekend hours
  • ♿wheelchair accessible

About The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS

The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS sees patients in Leimert Park, Los Angeles from its office at 3756 Santa Rosalia Dr #204, Los Angeles, CA 90008. The dentist on record is Dr. Monica Bruce. Patients have given it a 4.9 star average from 408 Google reviews. That ranks it 11th of 28 rated dentists in Leimert Park by rating, above the 4.3 area average.

The office lists general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and emergency dentistry among its treatments. Listed opening hours are Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm, Friday to Saturday 9 am to 1 pm, closed Sunday. Saturday opening makes it an option if you can't get away on weekdays. The entrance and facilities are listed as wheelchair accessible.

Compare it with the ranked list of Leimert Park dentists or nearby South Los Angeles, Mid City and Koreatown.

What patients say about The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS

The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS sits at 4.9 stars on Google from 408 reviews, and recent comments explain a lot about where that number comes from. Read through the reviews and the same things surface: friendly staff, gentle and painless care, and in many of them clear explanations. The procedures people mention by name include fillings, which is useful if that is what brought you here.

Some patients report 10 plus years with this office, which says more than any ad could. Visits with children are a recurring topic, and parents mostly describe them going smoothly. Put together, the picture is an office people return to and send their friends to.

FillingsFriendly staffGentle and painless care

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

Recent Google reviews

2025
Went in for my first cleaning in a while and the Smiling Dentist team was excellent! Dr. Bruce is welcoming, helpful, and very transparent and knowledgeable. Jasmine did a great job cleaning my teeth with detail and efficiency. So glad to have found a great dental practice in my area, I’ll be back!
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Oct 2025
Everything about going to Dr. Bruce and her office is a great experience. The front office staff is extremely professional, nice and courteous. And, all of her dental assistants are super nice... and all of them have a GENTLE touch. There is no need to fear going to this dentist. R. Hall
via Google reviews
2025
Dr Bruce and here entire staff were so kind and wonderful! I don't love going to the dentist but they made me feel comfortable and were very gracious. They took their time and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. I am very grateful to have found her office!
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Treatments and typical costs

Ranges are typical Los Angeles fees before insurance, not The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS'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

Offerings

  • Offers cosmetic dentistry
  • Offers emergency services

Amenities

  • Has toilet

Planning

  • Appointment required
  • Appointments recommended

Payments

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

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Paid parking lot

From the practice's public Google business profile.

Questions about The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS

Is The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS good?

Patients rate The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS 4.9 stars across 408 public Google reviews, and the strength they mention most is friendly staff. Some reviewers have been patients here for over 10 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 The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS?

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 The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS?

In recent public Google reviews, patients describe fillings at The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS. 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. Monica Bruce at The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS?

Seven of the 10 recent Google reviews we read mention Dr. Monica Bruce by name, and all of them are positive. Patients single out a gentle touch, taking time to explain and skill and thoroughness. If you want to be seen by Dr. Monica Bruce specifically, ask for them when you book.

Is The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS a good choice for nervous patients?

One of the 10 recent Google reviews we read comes from someone who describes dental anxiety, and that patient left a positive review. Tell the office you are anxious when you book, since most practices can slow the pace or discuss sedation options.

Is The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS good with children?

One of the 10 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.

What are the staff like at The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS?

Eight of the 10 recent Google reviews we read comment on the team, and seven are positive.

Where is The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS located?

The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS is at 3756 Santa Rosalia Dr #204, Los Angeles, CA 90008, in Leimert Park, Los Angeles. Use the map on this page for directions, and check parking or validation with the office when you book.

What are The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS's opening hours?

Listed hours are Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm, Friday to Saturday 9 am to 1 pm, closed Sunday. Weekend appointments are available. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead before visiting.

Is The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS 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 The Smiling Dentist: Monica Bruce, DDS offer, and what do they cost?

On record: general dentistry (typically $95 to $350 in Los Angeles), cosmetic dentistry (typically $350 to $2,500 in Los Angeles), emergency dentistry (typically $75 to $400 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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