The dentists and dental staff hereat Apollonia Dental Center believe outstanding dentistry can improve your health and your quality of life. Dr. Joseph Marvizi and Dr. Rafik Habashi Soliman and our entire dental staff here in Bakersfield are committed to providing excellentdental care to you and your family.
Dr. Joseph Marvizi Welcome to our happy and healthy patient community. Dr. Marvizi has been in the dental private practice sector for close to 30 years! He thrives on making strong connections with his patients, and he gets pleasure watching families mature through their dental care.Dr. Marvizi received his BA from UC Berkeley in Physiology/Anatomy. He went on to the University of the Pacific to receive his DDS, and he graduated from the Misch Implant Institute. Aside from these accomplishments, Dr. Marvizi contributed to advanced occlusion research from Frank Spear at the Seattle Institute and from Terry Tanaka and the Dawson Institute team.
We are lucky to share our cheerful, upbeat staff with each of our patients. Since we believe our patients deserve to be treated like family, we give care and attention individually, allowing us to better serve our patients needs. Our staff strives to give each patient exceptional, efficient care.
When Dr. Marvizi isnt poking around inside of your mouth, he enjoys being with his wife, Rosita, and their four lovely kids. They enjoy family time, especially if theyre outside playing football, soccer, or basketball. Dr. Marvizi also loves seeing new places, though his favorite place to visit is Hawaii.
Dr. Rafik Habashi Soliman I take a personal approach in building an honest and empathetic relationship with each of my patients with the goal of delivering a pleasant dental experience. Every day, I strive to provide the best possible treatment for each patient.
Staying current with my field through my work, I am able to blend my passions of dental art, sciences, and complex and comprehensive dentistry with opportunities to build relationships and provide a high level of care for my patients. I take pride in listening to their individual needs by giving them the time and respect they deserve.
I enjoy educating my patients so they are aware of what is happening throughout their orthodontic treatment. I care about my patients well-being and strive to ensure that their experience is pleasant. Based on your concerns, I will develop individualized treatment plans specific to you or your childs needs. I look forward to developing a lasting, positive relationship as your orthodontist.
G. Donald Montgomery Excellence in Dentistry Award, Lewis E. Ford Memorial Award for professionalism and integrity, Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society chapter award, Carl E. Rieder/Newport Harbor Academy of Dentistry Endowed Scholarship, USC Friends of Dentistry Scholarship
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Rating 4.1 out of 5 based on 22 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestEmilio Pasamante
2 years ago
All the staff, dentist and assistance are great. Very communicative, constructive and courteous before, through and after services!
Jessica Nelson
2 years ago
Wonderful experience all around! They have a beautiful office, and everyone there is so kind and helpful! As a person who has had awful experiences with past dentists, I was initially nervous my first time coming in, , but they made me feel so comfortable, soothed all my worries, and were so quick to act! I am super happy to find them!
Brandon Fischer
2 years ago
Best teeth cleaning I've ever had -Thank you!
Raudel Sanchez
2 years ago
Great staff very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend they treat you like family.
Curtis Harmon
2 years ago
I went in for a toothache they ground down a tooth for a supposed bite issue and broke the tooth off the one that they wanted to charge me for a $5000 bridge, terrible dentists only in to sell stuff on commission and don't have your best interest in mind,
Manuel Parra
2 years ago
Staff is very friendly and helpful, took care of my needs really fast, will definitely recommend this Dental business to anyone.
martin ibarra
2 years ago
Always a great experience. Dr. Rafeek, Whitney, Pricilla, and the whole staff are great. Highly Recommend
Deva Wiloth
2 years ago
Best dental experience HANDS DOWN. I have a huge fear of the dentist and have had nothing but bad experiences... Well today that changed. The staff here was so wonderful, so friendly and nice, they made me feel very comfortable even though I was super nervous. The dentist was quick, efficient and made the mood light, doesn't make me feel bad about my teeth, and made sure I was alright the whole time. I appreciate the staff here and thank them so much for giving me such a great experience.
Cecilia Perea
2 years ago
I visited Apollonia for a broken tooth and a filling that had fallen out. We came up with a plan, but unfortunately because it was out of my budget I had to move my appointment out a few months. Well before I was able to make the appointment I found out I was getting moved to part time, so that meant losing my insurance. I ended up chipping the tooth that was supposed to be replaced. The staff and dentist were able to help me find the best and most affordable option for my dental care. They helped me through the process and were reassuring. It only took 3 days to get my smile back. I have not felt this confident about my teeth in years. I will be back, definitely recommend. Thank you and your staff for being so kind. Pictured is myself after I received my bridge.
Carolyn Avalos
2 years ago
Apollonia Dental is the best dental care I have had this far. Dr. Rafik and the dental assistant Elvira were Wonderful!! I'm glad I chose this dental office.
Deva Wiloth
3 years ago
Best dental experience HANDS DOWN. I have a huge fear of the dentist and have had nothing but bad experiences... Well today that changed. The staff here was so wonderful, so friendly and nice, they made me feel very comfortable even though I was super nervous. The dentist was quick, efficient and made the mood light, doesn't make me feel bad about my teeth, and made sure I was alright the whole time. I appreciate the staff here and thank them so much for giving me such a great experience.
martin ibarra
3 years ago
Always a great experience. Dr. Rafeek, Whitney, Pricilla, and the whole staff are great. Highly Recommend
Carolyn Avalos
3 years ago
Apollonia Dental is the best dental care I have had this far. Dr. Rafik and the dental assistant Elvira were Wonderful!! I'm glad I chose this dental office.
Cecilia Perea
3 years ago
I visited Apollonia for a broken tooth and a filling that had fallen out. We came up with a plan, but unfortunately because it was out of my budget I had to move my appointment out a few months. Well before I was able to make the appointment I found out I was getting moved to part time, so that meant losing my insurance. I ended up chipping the tooth that was supposed to be replaced. The staff and dentist were able to help me find the best and most affordable option for my dental care. They helped me through the process and were reassuring. It only took 3 days to get my smile back. I have not felt this confident about my teeth in years. I will be back, definitely recommend. Thank you and your staff for being so kind. Pictured is myself after I received my bridge.
lorenzo
3 years ago
The whole staff at Appollonia Dental was very helpful.. Dr Rafik and Dr Marvizi are excellent Dr's. Elvira took my impressions for my Invisalign case and did an amazing job and made me feel super comfortable. Just came in last week for my impressions and I already have my Invisalign on. I would highly recommend this office.
lorenzo
4 years ago
The whole staff at Appollonia Dental was very helpful.. Dr Rafik and Dr Marvizi are excellent Dr's. Elvira took my impressions for my Invisalign case and did an amazing job and made me feel super comfortable. Just came in last week for my impressions and I already have my Invisalign on. I would highly recommend this office.
Sal Arredondo
4 years ago
They sed there open at 8:00am sat in the parking lot for 45 minutes and still closed..
John Bowlin
4 years ago
DR Rafik and Dr Elvira are awesome and the staff is second to none I recommend Apollonia dental to anyone needing any kind of dental work great for implants
Sal Arredondo
5 years ago
They sed there open at 8:00am sat in the parking lot for 45 minutes and still closed..
John Bowlin
5 years ago
DR Rafik and Dr Elvira are awesome and the staff is second to none I recommend Apollonia dental to anyone needing any kind of dental work great for implants
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