Southwest Family Dentistry
Dental
1601 Mill Rock Way
Bakersfield,
CA
93311
(661) 833-0101
Mon - Tue: 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Wed - Thu: 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Fri: 7:00AM - 4:30PM
Sat: 7:00AM - 3:30PM
Sun: Closed
About
When you visit our office, your smile is our top priority. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with the personalized, gentle care that you deserve.
Services
- Braces
- Cosmetic - Invisalign
- Cosmetic - Veneers
- Cosmetic - Whitening
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Implants
- Endodontic - Root Canals
- Endodontics
- General Dentistry
- Laser Gum Surgery
- Lumineers
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Oral Surgery
- Orthodontic - Braces
- Orthodontics
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Periodontal - Deep Cleaning
- Periodontics
- Prosthodontics
- Sedation dentistry
- Treatment of Sleep Apnea
- Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Languages
- English
- Spanish
- Tagalog / Filipino
Insurance
- Most insurance accepted
Payments
- American Express
- Care Credit
- Cash
- Check
- Financing
- Mastercard
- Visa
Staff
Anthony Ching
DDS UCLA School of Dentistry 1990
AEGD, Advanced Education in General Dentistry UCLA School of Dentistry 1991
FAGD, Fellowship Academy of General Dentistry Academy of General Dentistry 2011
Certifications & Memberships
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1 stars Anonymous Featured review
For the past 14 years I have been going to Dr Ching, the last three years I have had nothing but billing issues. I was just there three weeks ago and personally spoke to Dr Ching himself about the billing issues, of how they get authorized and I pay my portion then weeks later get hit by more fees!! Well, they did it again!! After I just told him about my past experiences with the billing department, I went in for a filling, Dr Ching said I needed a crown, then before getting the authorization he wants to drill it out, the filling was 160$ after insurance but the crown was going to cost more. I don't really understand him, he could have just got the authorization for the crown and I come back, no, he drills it out and charges me 200$ after I just paid 160$ and was told I had a credit of 80$. No more, I am done with them!!
Southwest Family Dentistry replied:
I'm glad that the good years outweighed the other three. I would like to clarify the events of your appointment. Yes you were scheduled for a filling on a tooth that already had a 20 year old very large filling. In cleaning out the filling I was able to determine that the tooth structure that was left would not support another large filling. At this time I explained that we would have to build up the tooth in preparation for a crown. I had the front office staff go over the change in treatment and the fees. You signed this form giving authorization to move forward with the treatment and it was also acknowledgment of the fees. That day we submitted a request for a Pre-Authorization for a crown. That authorization has since returned "Authorized". I'm not sure what more I could have done to make it more seamless.
In regards to your "billing issues" the past couple of years. I think your displeasure stems from the calls and statements you have received from my collections staff. They have been trying to collect on your grossly delinquent family balance for treatment and fees you authorized by signature.
I made attempts to contact you. Thus far you have not returned my call. I regret that you have chosen this method to communicate with me.
In closing, I would like to invite you to call me so that we may talk. Your many years of patronage are much appreciated and valued.
Respectfully, Dr. Ching
5 stars Anonymous Verified customer
Kristin who did my deep ceaning was very nice and easy with me. I appreciate her kindness and patience.
5 stars James B Customer since 2010
Everyone is very nice and friendly.
The doctors go out of their way to make you understand the treatment you are receiv ... Read More
3 stars Charles P Customer since 2005
The lady explained what she was doing and why. Suggested things that could help in the future. Professional job.
5 stars Blaine P Customer since 2001
the only thing I didn't like was that I had cavities.
5 stars Marilyn = Customer since 2008
Everyone that saw me were nice and very efficient.
5 stars John = Verified customer
The gal who took care of me was very good.
4 stars Patricia L Customer since 2005
These youngsters coming out of Taft College are commendable, respectful and obviously intelligent. I enjoyed meeting Chr ... Read More
4 stars Reili P Customer since 2006
My daughter has been a patient at SW Family Dentistry for 6 years. Everyone is always helpful and friendly and the wait ... Read More
3 stars Lisa B Customer since 2001
The office runs smooth and my appointment started on time. I suggest that you review your practice of calling clients a ... Read More
5 stars Anonymous Verified customer
I was glad Kristine had to do my cleaning. She thoroughly cleaned my teeth! And she keep asking if I was doing okay duri ... Read More