What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.43
Average wait time
4.09
Bedside manner
4.48
“Dr Afar and his staff were extremely warm and helpful. Dr Afar went out of his way to make me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about the procedure and my options. ”
Initials hiddenApril 19, 2019
“It has been years since I went to the dentist and was very nervous to go. Dr. Bijan Afar put me at ease right away and I feel like I am in great hands. The office was fantastic making sure I went the most out of my insurance and actually let me know a few things that could wait till my insurance starts over for the year. I can not say more good things about Dr. Bijan Afar and the whole team!”
Mariel C.April 5, 2019
About Dr. Bijan Afar
Dr. Bijan Afar, a Los Angeles dentist, earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Dentistry. He was among the top 5% of graduating dental students nationwide to receive the Dentist-Scientist Fellowship from the National Institute of Health, which allowed him to continue his dental education and research in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. He completed his residency in Periodontics at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Dr. Afar, a Los Angeles periodontist, has decades of experience in periodontics and is an active member of many professional dentistry organizations. He is highly skilled in all phases of implant dentistry and is a former UCLA School of Dentistry Clinical Faculty member and Research Associate. Dr. Afar is an internationally recognized expert and lecturer in the field of oral implants.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Dental School - University of California, Los Angeles, Doctor of Dental Surgery
- University of Washington, Residency in Periodontics
- National Institute of Health (Fellowship)
Professional memberships
- American Dental Association
- Western Los Angeles Dental Society
- Academy of Osseointegration
- California Dental Association
Awards and publications
- Dr. Afar is an internationally recognized expert and lecturer in the field of Oral Implantology
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Farsi
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1700954385
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.43
Wait time
4.09
Bedside manner
4.48
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Love this place, they take great careful about pain management. I am so relieved to find such a great Dental Care Provider!
May 3, 2011BC
Generally felt uncomfortable. My mouth didn't have that "clean" feeling you expect after a dental cleaning.
November 24, 2015Initials hidden
I was really happy with everything. Nice doctor and nice facility.
November 27, 2013Arthur K.Verified patient
Informative, knowledgeable and polite! Highly recommend Dr. Afar.
October 16, 2014Steven B.Verified patient
Excellent doctor...excellent staff...and excellent experience.
May 28, 2013Initials hidden
The office had good knowledge of foreing insurance affairs.
February 23, 2014Mikko R.Verified patient
Dr Afar and his staff were extremely warm and helpful. Dr Afar went out of his way to make me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about the procedure and my options.
April 19, 2019Initials hidden
It has been years since I went to the dentist and was very nervous to go. Dr. Bijan Afar put me at ease right away and I feel like I am in great hands. The office was fantastic making sure I went the most out of my insurance and actually let me know a few things that could wait till my insurance starts over for the year. I can not say more good things about Dr. Bijan Afar and the whole team!
April 5, 2019Mariel C.Verified patient
I had my first visit here and it was pretty smooth. Marci the office assistant helped me with payment plans and the doctor broke down what I needed to get done with absolutely no pressure to do all of it right away. I can’t wait for him to pull my teeth and work on my mouth! I feel comfortable for the first time in a very long time.
February 9, 2019Stephanie S.Verified patient
He is such a great and meticulous doctor. Very warm and helpful, and really takes his time talking to you about your dental health. I was really pleased with my experience and treatment here and will definitely be back.
March 24, 2017Laura M.Verified patient
Dr. Afar had a lovely bedside manner when he examined my teeth. But most of my time in the office was spent with one of his hygenists, who took X-Rays and prepped me. She was friendly, but I spent quite a few minutes sitting alone in the exam area waiting for her to return with equipment, etc. The office may have been busy--it was the end of the day. That aside, I thought the experience was good, Dr. Afar was knowledgeable and all the staff were attentive.
January 10, 2017Sarah S.Verified patient
It was my first visit for a cleaning and it was not with Bijan Afar but I was extremely impressed. Everyone was so friendly and made me feel extremely comfortable. The ladies cleaning my teeth kept making me laugh and I felt totally at ease. I even got a goody bag when I left. Highly recommend!!
May 14, 2015Chelsea L.Verified patient
Overpriced.
March 19, 2015Effie P.Verified patient
I have never really been to a dentist's office where they treat their patients with such consideration. I'm very familiar with dentistry and consider myself kind of a snob when i comes to service and treatments and the team at Dr Afar's office far surpassed any expectations I had. I couldn't recommend an office more. On top of that I used insurance and that seemed to have NO affect on how they treated me.
January 7, 2015Zachary H.Verified patient
A+. It's was all things great. No issues . The Dr. and his staff were fabulous! Thank you for treating me with compassion and respect.
November 21, 2014Lily P.Verified patient
My friend required a simple extraction for a weak, decayed tooth. The day before, my friend provided his Denti-Cal insurance information and the manager Maricellia assured him the process and transactions would be fine and agreeable by the office. My friend also provided them with typed paperwork as he entered the office ten minutes early. He was not seen or spoken to for 15m after his APPOINTMENT. Dr. Afar was concerned and did not want to extract the tooth initially despite the fact his Denti-Cal covered the surgery. He was worried my friend would sue him because after the hypothetical extraction he would not treat the infection because Denti-Cal did not cover "the materials". Yes, his demeanor was nice as he explained all the many things my insurance did not provide and his expensive costs. He was nice about it. My friend signed papers stating he would not sue and that he was in extreme oral pain from the tooth.
My friend finally had to depart with no surgery attempted or completed after 1hr and 50m. They took x-rays compiling a total of one minute. The young girl did not do it correctly and attempted x-rays twice. Gee, thanks for the double exposure. It was obvious they would not be done within the next hour also. How does he know? He got up and watched him work on two other patients simultaneously. My friend grew weary of waiting with no information provided. He allowed 2hrs and 40m for the one extraction. The car he borrowed had to be returned; his word is his bond. We are poor and can not afford to be fired.
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December 19, 2013Abraham H.Verified patient
Best dental visit I've had, ever! At other offices I have had to wait forever or come back multiple times to get something done (I once had a dentist who needed three separate appointments just to get my teeth cleaned). Most efficient office and v. nice as well-- everyone there seemed to truly care whether or not I was doing okay and understood what was going on. They were also totally cognizant of my income and didn't push any unnecessary procedures beyonf what I was capable of paying for.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Excellent!!
May 24, 2012David W.Verified patient
Staff is not friendly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I found him very professional and made me feel comfortable. I felt comfortable enough for him to work on my teeth. I am a new patient and need to build up my confidence since I left another dentist office for making me feel uncomfortable.
More than 1 year agoGloria C.Verified patient
Dr. Afar was very professional and only told me what I needed. I appreciate that he didn't try to "sell" me anything I didn't need.
February 17, 2012Raven H.Verified patient
He is a cool guy. His office seems very busy which can sometimes lead to long visiting time, but when he finally sits down to see you he is nice and professional. Would recommend.
August 7, 2011Robert A.Verified patient
Staff made me feel comfortable and relaxed as I was a little nervous. My dentist kept asking me if I was ok during my treatment, he was very attentive and I felt I was in good hands.
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Dr. Bijan Afar works with Mid-Wilshire Dental Care.
Where is Dr. Bijan Afar's office located?
Dr. Bijan Afar has 3 office locations, including in Los Angeles, North Hollywood, and West Hollywood, view full addresses on Dr. Afar's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Bijan Afar?
Dr. Bijan Afar frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Periodontist Consultation, and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Bijan Afar on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Bijan Afar speak?
Dr. Bijan Afar speaks English, Spanish, and Farsi.
How do patients rate Dr. Bijan Afar in reviews?
67 patients have reviewed Dr. Bijan Afar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.43/5. They have a 4.48/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.09/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.