Dr. Ofelia Rivera, DDS, Vista, CA | Dentist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.87

Average wait time

3.71

Bedside manner

4.71

“this office has a very warm environment. A lot of kind feminine energy which i love! Will be coming back to get the rest of my procedures done!”

Initials hiddenMarch 27, 2026

“The Gentle Dental staff is absolutely awesome! They were able to calm my anxiety, take great care of me. They valued me as a new client. I will recommend them to anyone looking for a new dentist!”

David Y.March 7, 2026

About Dr. Ofelia Rivera

Dr. Rivera says, “Being a dentist allows me to provide patients with pain relief, restore their teeth and create the beautiful smile they have always wanted! With gentle care, patients will have the most comfortable and the best dental visit experience.” After graduating from Southwestern University, Dr. Rivera received her Dental Degree from the Southwestern University College of Dentistry. To keep up with evolving technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association and the San Diego Dental Society. r. Rivera says, “I love listening to music, bike riding and reading. I enjoy watching my son play baseball and spending time with my family and our Abyssinian cat.” Dr. Rivera grew up in the Philippines and also speaks Tagalog and Visayan.

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Popular visit reasons

Bad breath/Halitosis

Cracked Tooth Repair

Dental Cleaning

Dental Consultation

Dental Emergency

New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)

Periodontal Maintenance

Tooth Extraction

Bad breath/Halitosis

Cracked Tooth Repair

Dental Cleaning

Dental Consultation

Office location

Gentle Dental Vista

1680 S Melrose Dr, Ste 108, Vista, CA 92081

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Education and background

Practice names

Gentle Dental

Education and training

Dental School - Southwestern University School, Doctor of Dental Surgery

Professional memberships

American Dental Association
California Dental Association

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1285823609

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.87

Wait time

3.71

Bedside manner

4.71

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38 reviews

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The entire staff was great. The wait time was a little long so maybe they shouldn’t book quite so many patients at one time.

February 7, 2026Karin W.Verified patient

Excellent experience very nice & knowledgeable staff

March 29, 2026Holly B.Verified patient

this office has a very warm environment. A lot of kind feminine energy which i love! Will be coming back to get the rest of my procedures done!

March 27, 2026Initials hidden

The Gentle Dental staff is absolutely awesome! They were able to calm my anxiety, take great care of me. They valued me as a new client. I will recommend them to anyone looking for a new dentist!

March 7, 2026David Y.Verified patient

My prescription was never sent to Kaiser I went to pick it up and it was never turned in. So it was not there.It was a antibiotics for infection.

July 3, 2025David S.Verified patient

Looking forward to my next visit

May 27, 2025Michael R.Verified patient

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Ofelia Rivera?

Generally, Dr. Ofelia Rivera has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Rivera's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Ofelia Rivera accepting new patients?

Dr. Ofelia Rivera generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Rivera's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Ofelia Rivera accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Ofelia Rivera online?

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What practice does Dr. Ofelia Rivera work with?

Dr. Ofelia Rivera works with Gentle Dental.

Where is Dr. Ofelia Rivera's office located?

Dr. Ofelia Rivera's office is located at 1680 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Ofelia Rivera?

Dr. Ofelia Rivera frequently sees patients for Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, Dental Emergency, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Tooth Extraction. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ofelia Rivera on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Ofelia Rivera speak?

Dr. Ofelia Rivera speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Ofelia Rivera in reviews?

38 patients have reviewed Dr. Ofelia Rivera. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.87/5. They have a 4.71/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.