Ray Derakshan, DMD

I chose this dentist because he was close to my home and on my Delta dental HMO Plan. He and his receptionist Rowena were very very nice. However, he was much rougher than other dentists I have gone to. The plastic thing he used in my mouth to do the xrays was very sharp and painful, and the cleaning he did was kind of painful afterwards. I have not had this experience before at other dentists’ offices. I was also a little surprised that he has no dental assistant or hygienist at this office and that the dentist does all the work, including cleanings.
He found 5 cavities (2 old ones that he said needed to be replaced) and 3 new ones at a cost of $ 680.00! This seemed odd as I am very diligent about taking care of my teeth and have never had any problems before, nor was I experiencing any pain. I got copies of the x-​rays and took their written treatment plan to another dentist for a second opinion. After an oral exam, and review of the records from Dr Derekshan’s office, he said I needed NONE of the work that Dr. Derakshan has suggested! Also, he said that had I needed the work, the fees on the treatment plan were inflated, despite the fact they were supposed to be lower because of Delta Dental co-​pays.
I really hate to write negative reviews about people, but I don’t want anyone else to have unnecessary expensive dental work.

***** Update *****
Got my final crown today. Dr Derakshan did a wonderful job making sure it fit right and he was gentle. He also gave me very encouraging words about some things going on in my life and was very kind to me. :)
I also asked him about my x-​rays because I had recently visited another dentist, who had lied to me. He took extra time to set my mind at ease and tell me the truth of what was going on. Good and honest man, gave me a hug after I left and wished me well. :)

Would highly recommend Ray. Extremely polite and professional.

Potential patients BEWARE!!!
I cannot recommend this dentist because he is overly rough, rude and had serious communication issues!!!
I had to repeat myself to this man three or four times nearly every time he asked a question because he has such a hard time understanding the English language. In several cases, he had to call in his assistant in to interpret even the most basic answers.
At one point, he prescribed a medication to me and told me to continue use for three weeks. It turns out it was only supposed to be three days! As a result, my teeth are now stained. I cannot imagine why anyone would ever want to use this dentist!
I would rather whack my tooth out of my own head with an ice skate and a rock a’la Tom Hanks in «Castaway» than let this clown near me again!!!

Dr. Derakshan is very caring dentist! His prices are fair and he is very meticulous. I felt that anything that came up with my teeth was handled so that there were no problems or pain. I drive far out of my neighborhood just because I have found a dentist I can trust