City Dental
Ekatherine Galina, DDS:
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DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Pediatric dental care

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

Offers Even28 at-home™? No

Offers Even28 at-dentist™? No

Offers Invisalign®? Yes

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Tuesday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Wednesday: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Friday: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

I was looking for a new dentist near me because I had a wisdom tooth growing in and came across this place online. They offered a coupon for new uninsured patients which was perfect for me. When I arrived they saw me almost immediately after I had finished the paperwork. Within  five seconds of looking at my teeth Dr. Galina was able to tell that my tooth needed to be removed (it was about 1/3 of the way out of my gums). She was able to do the procedure right then and there with no hesitation and it only took ten seconds to remove. It was quick, painless, and I was on my way. Dr. Galina and her assistant Lana were amazing, nice, and reassuring during the whole appointment. They made the experience quick and easy. I would definitely recommend them.

Updated Review: I’m so happy with the top care and state of the art dentistry offered by Dr. Galina at City Dental. Lana, her assistant, is always so knowledgable and helpful. Costs are extremely reasonable and fair and Dr. Galina’s aesthetic for beautiful teeth are top notch. Anytime I need anesthesia there is never any pain, I love it. I just went in for a new crown and there was no discomfort. And there is rarely any waiting time. A well run office too that I definitely recommend. Terrific dental office. I’ve been going to Dr. Galina for over ten years and have received top notch care and results. My teeth are in great shape (I get compliments on my teeth and smile) and I’m one of the few who actually enjoy going to the dentist because it’s relatively quick, painless and always pleasant. Very friendly staff as well.

A trip to the dentist is something most people don’t look forward to. But visits with Dr. Galina are completely different. They are easy, pain free and somewhat, relaxing. She pretty much explains everything before she starts to and has really good bedside manner. If you’re looking for a new dentist or wanting to change your dentist, check them out. They are conveniently located in weho and there is plenty of parking in the area. Thank you Dr. Galina and her professional team. Great experience!

I had only positive experience. It was easy to make an appointment. There was no waiting time when I arrived. Dr. Galina examed my teeth and said they were almost perfect. She did a great cleaning. I also got some presents at the front desk. I went with a coupon I got in my mail, and they charged me the exact amount that was written on a coupon.

City Dental is fantastic! Dr. Galina, her assistant & Lana run a very friendly and professional dental practice. The office is very clean and well kept! Their online appointment request is excellent. I received a confirmation of my request within 24 hours. No wait. No pain. I had a deep cleaning and I was in and out in about an hour. My teeth and I are happy! I highly recommend this dental office. I will return to keep my teeth healthy.

I’ve been with Dr. Galina at City Dental for well over 10 years and I have benefitted tremendously from the expertise and friendly care as well as their flexible and reasonable rates. When I started going in my twenties, I needed more work done after some years of neglect, like root canal, crown, teeth whitening. But after being more consistent with regular 6 month visits,  my teeth have continued to be and look healthy (I often get compliments on my teeth and smile) and I have Dr Galina and her awesome staff to thank. Lana, her assistant, is always helpful and flexible with payments options, appointments and there is rarely any waiting time whenever I’m there. Would definitely recommend!

I am who tends to avoid seeking medical attention until it is to late. In this case, I pushed the tooth ache and gingivitis way to far and had to stop at this office for an emergency visit.  I was extremely nervous and scared of how painful it would be. Dr Galina was on her way out of the office before noticing the amount of pain I was in sitting in the her waiting room. She quickly got back into her medical gear and was able to see me almost immediately. She was able to quickly reduce the pain by cleaning and disinfecting the infected gums, also reducing the tooth ache. I’ve been going back to her every few weeks for a check up on the gingivitis. Bless you Dr Galina, I truly appreciate the care you showed me that one evening and following visits.

I have spent my life terrified of dentists. Subsequently my teeth were in poor shape. Dr. Galina has turned that experience into something I now almost look forward too. She is fixing all my teeth and I am not afraid to go to my appointments. She and her office has been fantastic with care, concern over my fear, helping with insurance and financing. This is the place to get your mouth back on track. Go see CITY DENTAL.

Last year I had to find a new dentist, because mine retired. So I decided to look for one online, and found a few with great reviews. I decided to interview them, and see if they are qualified for my dental needs. I suggest doing the same if anyone is looking for a good dentist. And why not, the reviews and recommendations are great, but talking to a dental expert face to face previewing his portfolio and his dental lab work, is a smart way to start a relationship. In my opinion before trusting anyone to do the dental work, he needs to see if he feels comfortable with the doctor, plus his quality of work. After all it’s your mouth and your health we are talking about. After completing an intensive search for my new dentist I chose City Dental office with Dr Galina as a dentist.  When I came to the office Lana the manager introduced herself and was very professional and courteous showing me around the office. I was very impressed with the dental work that was performed on a numerous patients by looking through the photo albums before and after shots. The quality of work was outstanding.  I asked to see the actual crowns from the dental lab. The crowns look fantastic, so I knew right away that Dr. Galina was a very experienced and knowledgeable dentist. And that made me to say to myself she is the one, and look no further. I had a couple interviews with different dentists before I came to the City Dental office. I also had one more to go to, but I decided to cancel my appointment with another dentist in LA, because City Dental really impressed me with their presentation. Last week I had my first composite done on my upper central tooth and it feels and looks great. In fact, I can’t even tell that half of the tooth is a composite. It looks natural in the sun, normally a cheap composite shows right away outdoors in direct sunlight. I don’t normally leave long reviews on Yelp, just don’t have time, but I decided to do this time as a thank you for the wonderful service and great work. I wish people in other fields of their professions, would provide a great service like City Dental. Unfortunately some don’t, and that why I rely many times on Yelp.

Been to a few dentist in Hollywood and Dr Galina is the best, very skilled and always takes her time doing any procedures.  I had to get some minor work done for a few cavities and a crown that was actually broken from my old dentist and i am pleased to say it was a quick and painless process that made the uneasy part for most about going to the dentist disappear.   Will definitely be back and also recommend this clinic to my friends and family !

I love this place! These people REALLY helped me out when I needed a lot of dental work done and even helped cover some of the costs! They accommodated my busy schedule and made me feel like I was a top priority of theirs. I had to get some cavities filled and the process took barely any time and it was completely painless and easy. The dentist works quickly but also makes sure things are done properly. The office is nice and clean and everyone there is very friendly and helpful. They even gave me a premium toothpaste one time free of charge! Can’t recommend them enough : ) If you’re looking for a new dentist or just need better dental care, this is your place!

I consider myself very lucky to have stumbled upon this dental office when I first moved to Los Angeles in 2010. I have made a dozen visits to the office now and have nothing but positive things to say about the service, the staff and the overall experience. Lana (spelling?) at the front desk is an absolute delight and is always smiling. Dr. Galina is very sweet and genuine, as she always engages in conversation and makes a personal connection with me each time I am there. She is very talented and did a beautiful job on my porcelain veneers. I also just had my wisdom teeth removed and everything was a complete breeze! The assistant, Aaron, is great and makes you feel comfortable by talking your ear off. With all of that said, I have had some not so satisfying experiences at nearby Doctor office’s and can’t help but compare those other places to City Dental. There’s something special about this office and I strongly recommend it to anyone!

New to Los Angeles, I was looking for a dentist and took my son’s advice to make an appointment with Dr. Galina at City Dental Group.  I was very pleased with my experience with Dr. Galina.  During the course of three appointments, I had  a thorough examination and xrays, a cleaning, a root canal, and replacement of some bonding.  I was never in any pain or discomfort, and was very pleased with the cosmetic results of the bonding.  Dr. Galina is an excellent dentist.  The people on her staff are also very caring and friendly, and the office itself is comfortable, modern and immaculate.  Dr. Galina’s assistant, Lana, went the extra mile for me in making sure I got the best price for an antibiotic following my root canal.  I feel that I found the best dentist, and I highly recommend Dr. Galina.

I don’t write too many reviews, unless the provider of service really deserves one. My husband discovered this office just recently, and since I had to find a new dentist, because ours moved to Arizona, I decided to give it a try as well. I am scared of dental offices, and it takes some time for me to get used to a new dentist. But as soon as I entered City Dental I was greeted with a warm smile at the front desk, so we felt very at  ease. I did not have to wait for a long time, Dr. Galina gave me full examination, thoroughly explained what needed to be done, including some gum treatment and root of a molar tooth in my lower right quadrant was exposed. Since I have not seen my dentist for some time, I had a feeling that I would need some work. While I were waiting in the waiting room for our treatment plans, I watched very education dental videos, and understood that this office took their job very seriously, providing the best customer service too. My treatment plans were ready and I was pleasantly surprised that the prices I was given were very much compatible, especially considering the fact that Dr. Galina was a superb cosmetic specialist.

I’ve been a very satisfied patient of City Dental for over 10 years. Dr. Galina and her very friendly staff have superior standards and care for healthy, beautiful teeth and gums, which I have happily benefitted from. Her entire staff. including Lana at the front desk, are very knowledgable and always helpful. Ive had one root canal, one crown, and one veneer since the 10 plus years I’ve been a patient and it’s been years since I’ve needed anything major done to my teeth because they have been so well cared for. Thank you City Dental

I have been going to City Dental and Dr. Galina for over 10 years and they have always done top notch work. They have had to do all sorts of special procedures, bridges, composites, crowns, deep cleaning, and more. And they have always been great about finding ways to use insurance, and do it all in the most efficient way. I would definitely call Dr. Galina a perfectionist. She is not happy until the job is just right. My teeth look great and work great. Thank you City Dental.

Super legit.  The dentist and her assistant (Dr. Galina and Lana) were very nice to me, and most importantly, they were looking out for ME, 100%. They answered all of my questions, and were very re-assuring. My insurance was running out, and they worked with my schedule to make sure I was seen before my insurance lapsed, for which I am extremely grateful.  They also gave me an amazing deal on my root canal and crown, which was key for me to be able to afford it.  If not for Dr. Galina and Lana, my tooth would probably be rotting away right now, but instead I have a really nice crown that looks and feels great, and hasn’t shown any issues through the first month. Unfortunately, I’m not a big dentist goer, but I know customer service when I see it, and I can say that I got very lucky by calling them first (actually I called them third, but they were the first to pick up – another feather in their cap). Consider me a satisfied customer.

I can’t stop smiling. I would like to thank doctor Galina and her assistant Lana for outstanding service and excellent work. About two months ago I broke my front tooth and rushed to a dentist’s next door. I was very lucky to become a patient of dr. Galina. She and her assistants were professional, fast, nice and offered me a good option to pay off my expenses since I didn’t have a dental insurance. Now I like my smile even better than before. Today I looked in the mirror and decided to write this review to share my good feelings.

I recently moved to Los Angeles from Atlanta about eight months ago and finding a GOOD dentist has been a struggle for me to say the least. You would think while living in Los Angeles, that one wouldn’t have an issue finding a dentist. My girlfriend and I came across City Dental online and decided to give them a try after so many other places came up with horrific reviews. The establishment was cleanly, and the staff was friendly. If you’re anything like me, then you know having people probe around inside your mouth can be a scary experience. Today I went back for my second visit to have the attachments removed after almost a year with Invisalign. Dr. Galina made sure I was comfortable during the entire process and made it as painless as possible. I think it’s safe to say that I’ve found my new home. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a new dentist after relocating to the LA area.

Dec 5th,  I had my yearly exam at the dentist with Dr. Katherine Galina with City Dental. I hadn’t seen her for a bit this year due to my busy work schedule. Even though some time had past, her staff has been very proactive and have been following up with me so that I remember to schedule my yearly visit and cleaning.  Dr. Galina always knows exactly what is going on with me and is very informative to help me understand what is needed for my overall teeth and mouth health.  We fixed some issues I was having.  The office also offers very flexible office hours and works with my busy schedule. They are also very professional, friendly, and organized.  Dr. Galina helped me with my front bottom two middle teeth and had advised that I get veneers to improve my bite. There was some erosion and I was having issues with  grinding my teeth.  Dr. Galina had suggested to me that I get the veneers for my two front bottom teeth.   This truly improved my overall smile and my bite.  She did a beautiful job and the two new teeth matched perfectly the surrounding teeth and fixed my issues that I was having.  I am very impressed by the service given this year and in the past.  I would highly recommend Dr. Katherine Galina. This is a great dental office and extremely professional.  I always feel comfortable and would highly recommend their service.

City Dental is treating me like her own family. Dr. Galina is pleasant and always smiles, gives you the comfort feeling, especially when I need to open my mouth for a procedure. Plus, giving us great tips watching the video, it’s a great bonus. The last front tooth composite came out great. The office manager Lana, is very accommodating. Sometimes if the office has a cancellation she calls and offers early appointment. What a great service.

I have late occurring TMJ (began in my 20s) so before I knew what I was doing to my poor teeth at night or had a nightguard, I had sadly ground them down. I went to Dr. Galina and I did not have dental insurance at the time. She gave me a reasonable price for the six front veneers and eight years later they are the most natural looking teeth anyone has seen. I have dentists in NYC, where I reside now, comment on what an amazing job she did! I’ve had so many people comment on how beautiful my teeth are and ask how I was so lucky to be born with them. (I wasn’t!) I actually fly to Los Angeles to see her even now although I’ve been in nyc for the past six years. The quality of care received cannot compare and the fairness in pricing (I’ve priced out veneers with other people and one of my good friend’s fathers is even a dentist) is unmatched. I’ve also had regular cleanings done there and cavities filled. I have experienced nothing but competence and professionalism. I was even there this past February. I’ve sent other friends to her and they have always been more that happy with the care received. Thank you to Dr. Galinda and her staff!

My story is of great grattitude. I neglegted my teeth for so long until one day the pain and a swollen jaw made me search for a dentist thrue 1-800-Dentist and ound Dr. Galina. I went in and was greeted by the lovely Lana she was so comforting and steady with words of encouragement about my fears. Then I met Dr. Galina, she is the best, she is steady at hand and is confident in her skills, she digs right in and is able to tackle what is needed to make your teeth look beautiful, she is patient, yet diligent, soft, yet strong. Ive come a long way with the wonderful work she has done for me. Im grateful and happy I found them. YA’LL NEED TO CHECK HER OUT!

Are you looking for dentist? I have been a patient of Dr. Galina for six years and I’m glad I found her six years ago!  Dr. Galina, is very thorough and explains to you what is necessary and provides a timeline to you. I would highly suggest City Dental. Dr. Galina is a perfectionist, and this is a trait we should all seek for our dentist! She ensures the work is done correctly the first time you come to her. Lana, who is the Office Manager, and dental assistant is awesome; she always follow up with you and will alert you if the Dr. Galina is running over with another patient. I really appreciate they don’t keep you waiting in the office for long period of times.The best thing is you can join the adorable dental plans.com and receive up to 50% percent off work, and this is significant when you don’t have dental insurance. I would recommend them to anyone who is seeking a new dentist. In fact, I referred my Mother, and she loves all of the work that Dr.Galina has completed for her, and her smile now is stunning!

I’ve been going to City Dental for over 10 years now and am delighted with their service and quality. They truly care about my overall dental health and also understand my busy schedule – the fastest service I have ever received! I’m in-and-out for cleanings in half an hour without any delays in the waiting room. I can go back to work asap – with free parking to boot! Dr. Galina is extremely thorough and accommodating. Lana, at the front desk, is super-diligent about following up and working with my often-changing schedule. I really appreciate the quality of care I receive and the ability to plan my day without unforeseen delays. Another upside – when having fillings or other uncomfortable procedures – their fastidious speed makes it so much more manageable. If it’s gonna hurt, it might as well be quick! I love them for this!!

I have been going to Dr. Galina for about 6 years now. She is always quick to let me know how I am treating my teeth and what I need or don’t need to do to keep my teeth healthy and beautiful. She reads the x-rays, knows what work is needed and I’m usually in and out in less than an hour! The last procedure there I had my crowns replaced and cleared some erosion that I had since I was a kid. She gave me the best looking crown, fixed and cleaned my teeth perfect. I am glad to have Dr. Galina as my dentist.

Dr. Galina and her staff are professional, friendly, and efficient. The office is elegant and always clean, and the receptionist Lana is great at scheduling so you never have a long wait in the waiting room (where they always have a huge selection of magazines on the coffee table). I am someone who has had A LOT of dental work throughout my 32-year life, and it hasn’t always been smooth sailing. At this office however I have always felt at ease. Eight years ago Dr. Galina installed veneers on all my upper front teeth, transforming my crooked smile into something I have felt truly confidant with ever since. She had also done a root canal, crown, and bridge for me back then, which have all held up great for all this time. I would have continued seeing her except I had moved away, but since coming back to LA this past year, I have returned to City Dental to get a couple more root canals and crowns, and all the work has been exceptional. I don’t wish upon anyone the amount of dental work I have had, as my teeth seem to be genetically predisposed to rotting out early, but saving the original teeth is supposedly always better than extracting them, and Dr. Galina has helped to save mine. Dr. Galina always makes sure I am numb enough to move forward with any procedure, the anesthetic at the ready in case I whimper that I have any sensation. I ended up with four shots for one of my root canals throughout the session, and if it weren’t for Dr. Galina’s attentiveness, I would have had terrible pain. None of the work on my mouth hurt afterwards, none of my crowns have failed in any way, and no one has ever noticed that I have anything less than “real” teeth all over my mouth (and I like to smile and laugh big). I do not have dental insurance, and Lana has been great with setting up a line of credit so I can pay off the work gradually. I didn’t shop around to find anything “cheaper” because the location, reliability, and friendliness all added up to being very worth it for me. When I make my monthly payment for my dental work, I feel grateful that I was able to get it all done in the course of a few weeks, feel better about my oral hygiene, and am even more motivated to actually floss… Regardless of all these personal reasons, I recommend City Dental to anyone just based on Dr. Galina’s expert hand and efficiency. You can tell she keeps up to date on new and current dental practices with lots of certificates on the wall, and I believe she does not use any amalgam in the fillings she does. Her assistant Charles is also very sweet and friendly. Overall a great dental office!.

I was blessed with good genes and had no teeth issues until one day I started feeling sensitive to hot and cold. So I looked online and found great educational movies from City Dental about Dental Hygiene and how brush your teeth, plus many other great short films. So I trusted that the office and the dentist could help. I was pleasantly surprised to meet the doctor Galina positive attitude and the gentle touch. She told me that even having great teeth from generation to generation does not prevent me from cavities and gum issues. Her words were: “With a reasonable care of my teeth they can last a lifetime!” was a very clever statement and shook me up a little. Anyway, I end up with a crown and 2 fillings, which looked pretty nice and natural, because they were all front teeth. She said that I must have done a lot of biting on fruits and vegies, which I definitely did. She suggested using a knife the next time. I even told her that I used to open a Coke bottles when I was younger. She laughed and said that she is surprised that I don’t wear any dentures. it’s a great office and Dr. Galina’s skills and positive attitude are second to none. I was lucky to find this wonderful office.

Dr. Galina is attentive, patient, amazing at what she does, and thorough!! I recently had my very first root canal ever, complete with a new cap on my tooth and everything. I was nervous about the procedure, but Dr. Galina took the time to answer my questions and walk me through everything. She works fast and efficiently. My pain is gone and the cap blends in perfectly. My husband has been going to Dr. Galina for years and now I know why! Go to City Dental! I’m so glad I found them!

I will never go anywhere else!!! Since I found them about 7 years ago they have been the BEST dental group I can find. They took me in without any appointment when I was having an emergency and since then only provided the best of care. The staff is excellent in providing the best care plan for me and they are fantastic with the financial aspects as well. I still recommend everyone of my friends and family to them. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED.

Dr. Ekaterina Galina is simply the only dentist I would ever go to. She is honest, straightforward and professional. The value I get is unparalleled and the care I feel makes me not be afraid to come back! I’ve been to her office many times throughout a year and both my wife and me are very happy to have her as our dentist. Thank You, Ekaterina, for the honest care and personal attention. Definitely a 5 star. If you want honest opinion on your dental health- go here. If you want great service without nonsense- go here. Email communication with front desk is flawless, flexibility is also great! Thanks.

I have been a patient of Dr Galinafor over 12 years. When I first arrived from England my teeth were a mess. I had a mouth full of metal fillings, a denture plate and im sure a lot of cavities. Its true English people do have bad teeth. I had to have a lot of work done, including having all my metal fillings replaced with white ones. Ialso had a few root canals and bridges and a veneer. What ever needs to be done the Dr can do it and shes a perfectionist so she will not stop until everything is perfect. but the best thing of all its absolutly pain less.  i will never go to another dentist. All of her staff are amazing, specially Lana the office manager, she will go to the ends of the earth to make sure you get the most out of your insuracne provider. So over the last 12 years the Dr has madesure i have a picture perfect smile.

I have been going to Dr. Galina for over 8 years.  I read some of these reviews and think these people must have gone to another dentist.  Not once have I ever felt like she was telling me I needed work done that was not necessary.  She and Aaron are a great team.  Lana the receptionist is so thorough when explaining your insurance options etc.  I would highly recommend Dr. Galina to anyone.  Don’t let some people that gave bad reviews stop you.

Dr. Galinas and Lana were both extremely helpful and professional. I had what I thought was somewhat of a dental emergency and they were able to fit me in same day. They explained everything in detail and eased my mind. I walked out understanding what was going on and a plan to start treatment. They even handled my insurance (out of state) with no problems. When I started treatment I could tell that Dr. Galinas works very confidently and thoroughly. They explain the entire process before they begin so you know exactly what they are doing.

I just had another check-up at City Dental and had a great experience! Dr. Galina is a very well trained Dentist and I feel very confident in her care. We have done some work on my teeth in the past and the results have been terrific. I no longer live in the local area but I still make the trip to City Dental because I am treated very well, the office is clean, and the staff are very diligent in their work. The front office person is also very friendly and I thank Lana for all that she does in reminders and re-scheduling my appointments when needed. I can’t think of anything I would change about this Dentist.

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