In order to become a dentist, I attended the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, graduating in 1990. I have been practicing dentistry for more than 20 years, and am currently the forensic dentist for Tulare County. I enjoy using my skills for different roles and always strive to stay current with new dental methods and technologies.
I love working with people to find a solution for dental issues so that they have healthy teeth and smiles. I feel like most of my patients are personal friends, and I always enjoy interacting with them! I love living in our community and helping those in it.
We have a great staff here, and they like to have a good time by joking around with our patients and making them feel comfortable. I have the best, most dedicated professionals that understand patient care!
I grew up in Southern California, and have lived in Visalia for more than 20 years. My son is Alex and my daughter is Makenna. We also have one dog and three cats at home! When Im not at work, I enjoy golfing, snow skiing, wake boarding, and traveling. I am also active in our community and am a supporter of CASA.
I was born and raised in Bogota Columbia. I studied dentistry at Javeriana University and graduated in 1982. In 1982, I also opened up my own practice. I moved to Visalia in 2001 with my wife Dr. Victoria Saldarriaga and my son Camilo. I have worked at this office since 2001 and continued to work there when Dr. Barnes purchased the practice in 2006. I enjoy all the patients I treat in the office and my goal is to make sure every patient is happy while they are in the office and when they leave after their dental work is completed.
I came to the valley in 1978 and raised a family. I worked for thirty years in the Fresno area hospitals and for six years in dental centers, including three years with Dr. Barnes. I strive to put patients at ease when they come for dental care and anesthesia care. Our daily events at the surgery center can be extraordinary for our patients, and require our compassion.
I have been working for Dr. Barnes since 2010. During my time employed at Dr. Barnes Dental Associates, I have come to appreciate how something as simple as improving someones smile can change his or her whole outlook of the way they view themselves. I look forward to many more years of happy smiles and meaningful friendships. My goal as an office manager is to make sure I am able to answer any questions patients have regarding their insurance or the treatment they will be receiving. I love to spend my free time with my family and children.
Here at the practice, I work hand in hand with your insurance to get a claim processed and paid. I make sure I keep up to date with all the new procedures and coding so I can bill correctly and thoroughly. I enjoy my job; everyone here works hard to make the patients feel like family, and it shows!
Whether your dental needs are a complete exam and cleaning, a full-mouth restoration, or anything in between, we promise to provide you with exceptional care as we enhance the natural beauty of your smile. Below are just some of the many procedures and services we regularly provide to our patients with a gentle touch, and stunning results. Your smile is our first priority, and well give you something to smile about.
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Rating 3.2 out of 5 based on 22 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestLauren McDaniel
2 years ago
Terrible bedside manner. Would not recommend at all. Treated child and parent terribly.
Sal Uribe
2 years ago
Put on hold waited for 20 minutes.. hang up... called back 2nd try put on hold for 15 minutes waiting to set appointment I guess I'll go elsewhere. Also like to add seems like the person on the outside is upset or busy ?
Monica
2 years ago
VERY nice staff, LOVE the atmosphere, dr. makes me feel comfortable while talking to me during percedures and making time go by quick. LOVE IT!
Jenny Caldera
2 years ago
I took my kids there they are very nice to them and they took good.care of them while they were asleep whatever you call it
Jenny Caldera
3 years ago
I took my kids there they are very nice to them and they took good.care of them while they were asleep whatever you call it
Monica
3 years ago
VERY nice staff, LOVE the atmosphere, dr. makes me feel comfortable while talking to me during percedures and making time go by quick. LOVE IT!
Sal Uribe
3 years ago
Put on hold waited for 20 minutes.. hang up... called back 2nd try put on hold for 15 minutes waiting to set appointment I guess I'll go elsewhere. Also like to add seems like the person on the outside is upset or busy ?
Elidia Bravo
3 years ago
I dont recommend this place for children my daughter was not scared to see a dentist now she is. They have no patience for Kids. Daughter had worked done under general anesthesia but it wasn't done right now she will have to do it again.
Aryanna Morris
3 years ago
Love the dentists that work there and the nurses, they do an amazing job. I've been going there sense I was a kid.
Amandah
3 years ago
Okay dentist. Not going back because the never call to remind you of your appointments. The lady hung up on me when I tried to ask why. The only good thing is they accept medical.
Mom Garcia
3 years ago
Excellent office the front very friendly and the back makes your visit more comfortable we talk and time goes by so fast been comming here since Dr whitlow had this office I love it
Arsenic Country Boy
3 years ago
Great place
Elidia Bravo
4 years ago
I dont recommend this place for children my daughter was not scared to see a dentist now she is. They have no patience for Kids. Daughter had worked done under general anesthesia but it wasn't done right now she will have to do it again.
Arsenic Country Boy
4 years ago
Great place
Mom Garcia
4 years ago
Excellent office the front very friendly and the back makes your visit more comfortable we talk and time goes by so fast been comming here since Dr whitlow had this office I love it
Amandah
4 years ago
Okay dentist. Not going back because the never call to remind you of your appointments. The lady hung up on me when I tried to ask why. The only good thing is they accept medical.
Aryanna Morris
4 years ago
Love the dentists that work there and the nurses, they do an amazing job. I've been going there sense I was a kid.
Jaimie Richmond
4 years ago
We went to this office to get my 4-year old son's cavity filled. My husband was with my son and I did not realize until after the procedure was completed that the dentist did not offer to use any pain medication during the procedure. My son even raised his hand three times, telling the dentist he was in pain, and the dentist did nothing. Afterwards, there was still pain in the tooth and we went to another dentist to get the tooth checked out. We found out that Barnes Dental had put a filling over a significant amount of decay. I informed the office of our findings and they did not offer any remorse. We had to go through a lot of pain, even have my son put under, to get the work fixed because the procedure was now made much more intensive and he ended up losing the tooth. Think twice before stepping foot in here...or you may end up with some seriously messed up dental work from a dentist who is not afraid to straight up lie about his practice and procedures.
jb cordova
4 years ago
I thought my dentist was going to be Doctor Barnes and it ended up being some incompetent dentist and they try to sell you everything under the sun.
jb cordova
5 years ago
I thought my dentist was going to be Doctor Barnes and it ended up being some incompetent dentist and they try to sell you everything under the sun.
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