Arnold & Wilson DDS, Inc. – Dentists in Berkeley CA

2930 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703
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Opens today at 8:00am
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Monday8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday8:00am - 5:00pm
SaturdayClosed

A descendant of three generations of health professionals (his grandfather was one of the first African American dentists in the South), Dr. Arnold never considered any other occupation. He grew up hanging around the dental office, watching his grandfather work while discussing community politics. His father was a general medical practitioner in Detroit, Michigan. According to Dr. Arnold, In my practice, one of my primary goals is to eliminate the fear patients have toward dentistry and to present the discipline in a fun and enjoyable way. Dr. Happy Tooth is my way of presenting the issue of dentistry to kids in a non-threatening environment. It also presents dental hygiene as a pleasant learning experience.

Dr. Arnold attended the same college as his parents, Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee, and went on to Meharry Medical College, the alma mater for his father and grandfather. Good fortune was with him when he was accepted into San Franciscos Mt. Zion residency program in 1972. Mt. Zion has one of the leading residency programs for dentists in the country and only accepts three graduates per year. Dr. Arnold made a name for himself in the Bay Area when, in 1974, he teamed up with Dr. Collins, author of Your Teeth, a handbook on personal dental care, and Dr. William Pitman, the first African American dentist to open a practice in the East Bay in 1930. Within a year, Dr. Arnold had over 100 patients of his own.

Today, Dr. Arnold, and his wife and dental practice partner, Dr. Wendi Wilson have over 3,000 loyal and happy patients. Dr. Arnold is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, on the hospital staff at Mt. Zion, Herrick, and Alta Bates, and is a member of both the National Dental Association and the Berkeley Dental Association.

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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 306 reviews

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Daniel Boggan
a year ago
The patient experience was top notch. Staff was friendly and accommodating.


Steve Lew
a year ago
Dr Arnold and the staff at Dr. Happy Tooth made it as easy as possible as I became a new patient that needed crown replacements and a root canal. Dr Arnold was reassuring and super helpful in helping me understand my options, making great referrals for oral surgery, and then putting on the new crowns. It required multiple visits, and was only charged for that initial work. The rest of the staff always welcoming and kept me informed of my charges and coverage. I'm glad to have them nearby off MLK!


Bobbie Williams
a year ago
Went in for cleaning and as usual the hygienist did a wonderful job been with Dr Wilson for some 10 years and going for another 10. I would recommend him to my mother.


Jodi Hardy
a year ago
Great dental services with care and professionalism.


CJ Johnson
a year ago
Great as usual.


Lavell Jones
a year ago
Always a GREAT EXPERIENCE coming here. I have been coming here since I was 5 years old. I am now 51 and would not go anywhere else.


Larissa Rocha
a year ago
Great experience!! I was nervous going to a new dental office. I was out within 45 minutes. Had my X-rays, oral exam, and cleaning done so quick. Staff was so friendly!


Spring N
a year ago
This sounds like an exaggeration but it's not: greatest dentist I've ever been to. Their slogan is "We Care About You" and they really do. They worked with me to make sure I got appointments covered by insurance for my whole family (in my case it was *very* last minute). And this level if kindness was also present with the gentle teeth cleaning I received and exam from the dentist. From the first phone call to the visit/exam to the billing, it was all kind and compassionate. I could not recommend this practice enough.


K. M. Thomas
a year ago
I'm so happy I chose Dr. Chen for my dental veneers. After years of feeling embarrassed about my smile, I was finally ready to take the plunge. But I worried--could I really get a smile I'd be proud of without it looking artificial? The answer is yes. This is the smile I was meant to have. It's me--just better. And it looks completely natural. It also feels completely natural--meaning the fit and feel are so good that I'm not even aware of the veneers. Dr. Chen is highly skilled and he's a perfectionist. He took the time and care to make sure that every aspect was perfect. He works with a team that is equally devoted to their patients' satisfaction and comfort. This dental practice is the place where everybody knows your name and they genuinely care about your wellbeing. I feel so lucky to have found them.


Kerwin Davis
a year ago
Best experience I've ever had dental work done.


Connie Wang
a year ago
Dr Arnold is super kind and gentle. Highly recommend them.


Richard Scott
a year ago
Great customer service and I love not having to wait when I arrive for my appointment.


Amanda Joost
a year ago
Great staff who explain everything. Great dentists, so incredibly gentle


James Franklin
a year ago
Great


Erica Nichole McCray
a year ago
I felt very welcome and comfortable. I received the best explanation of my dental care plans than I ever have. I look forward to improving my dental health and enhancing my smile.


Chris West
a year ago
Always a10-10-10. Been coming here for years. Nice friendly staff, Great, Great Service . I Rate Dr. Arnold& Wilson a 10 all across the Board and I recommend them to anybody in the area whose looking for a Good Dentist This is the Right place to be. professional, welcoming, family oriented atmosphere. I Love them & I Highly Recommend them


Cristal Garcia
a year ago
Friendly great service.


Katherine Megna
a year ago
I've reviewed before but this office is THE BEST. Kind, gentle and super easy to deal with. Ashley rocks and so Does Dr Arnold. Highly recommend. Been seeing them for 15+ years now and my kiddo goes as well. Love this crew


Jocelyn Antonio
a year ago
Best dental clinic. Great doctor and staffs. it's sad because they are not contracted with my insurance anymore so I need to look for another clinic that in network with my insurance. Hopefully someday they will be in network again with Delta Dental so that I can comeback to them.


Maxine Thompson
a year ago
This office has a family atmosphere! I love the energy of Dr. Arnold as well as the calming spirit of Gloria!


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