The Artistic Center for Dentistry - Santa Monica, California

Shelby S.

I love Dr. Trotter! It has been challenging to find a good dentist who you trust and who cares about you in the LA area. 2 years ago I started going to Dr. Trotter when she bought out the practice. What I love about this place is that they look up pricing ahead of time with your insurance (if you have any) and have you sign off on it ahead of time so you don't get yourself in a bind and not know how much a certain service cost. When I was between jobs, they helped me to figure out alternative options for my issues. This year I got Invisalign through them & my teeth have never been straighter. Getting compliments left & right. They are great communicators & every time I come in, they remember me and all welcome me. Super friendly, helpful & communicative staff. I highly recommend this place.

Yenah M. L.

I have always had a fear of dentists, but Dr. Trotter puts me at such ease because she has such a professional aura about her. She is by far the very best dentist that I have ever gone to. Aside from her being caring, she is very gentile & I have great trust in her abilities. Plus every one in her office is great & very friendly. I urge everybody that needs a fantastic dentist to see Dr. Trotter.

Dan E.

I had to mention this place because I got AWESOME service!!

I haven’t gone to the dentist even for routine checkups in years. So I was VERY nervous about how things would go. That’s where Dr. Shir comes in!! She was really comforting to be around. Dentists get very judgy when you haven’t taken great care of your teeth. Dr. Shir wasn’t like that. She sympathized with my plight and gave helpful tips about taking care of my teeth when I can’t come in regularly for check ups.

Going to go back soon for the dental day spa… sounds awesome!

Art B.

Dr. Trotter is an excellent and knowledgeable dentist with a gentle touch. Today was my first visit and had x-rays and a cleaning. Her staff is very friendly and professional. Her office manager Keiona explains benefits and costs in a simple and efficient manner. Dr. Trotter took the time took the time to explain things and I did not feel rushed. I am pleased that I found Dr. Trotter's practice.

Violet R.

I first became a patient of Dr. Nushin Shir in January 2014. I had recently had 3 implants placed by another dentist, in the upper left and was unable to chew properly - the teeth didn’t quite meet. There were many other issues with my teeth: one of the three relatively new crowns in my front teeth - just one year old - came out. Apparently the post was too short and therefore there wasn’t much to hold the crown in (I ended up replace all three crowns and splinting them to make them more stable); work needed to be done on the lower right, lower left. A lot of work. Nine months and many thousands of dollars. Dr. Shir was very careful and conservative in her approach - it was challenging because it seemed every week there was another “emergency”. I am happy to report that I am able to finally chew properly, my teeth look great. Dr. Shir took the time to match colors, to create a mouth that was not only functional but pretty. She really cares about her patients. I consider Dr. Shir an artist and a healer. I would highly recommend Artistic Center for Dentistry in Santa Monica.

Dustin S.

I cannot say enough nice things about Dr. Shir and her entire team. I have been going to Dr. Shir for over 3 years and every time that I need anything her and her team are very prompt and courteous. On top of this her work is flawless. I do refer her services to my entire office team, friends, family as well as any person looking for a Dentist. I absolutely love Dr. Shir and her entire team!

Pouran S.

Going to dentist was not one of my favorite items on my to do list, but going to Dr. Nushin Shir's office is a treat for me. My teeth look brighter and healthier. Now I can smile without being embarrassed showing my teeth. She is very professional and the same time friendly, very through with timely follow up. My kids, husband, and I love Dr. Shir.

Thank you for being there for us.

Matthew S.

Dr. Trotter's Artistic Center for Dentistry provided a great dental experience. She was gentle on my teeth, and performed expertly; I was done in no time with little pain. The perfect convenient dentistry in downtown Santa Monica.