Dr. Spero loves being a dentist! He enjoys meeting new people every day and vows to make dentistry as pain-free and comfortable as possible. His patients all have unique needs some want routine work, others seek cosmetic dentistry, while others come to him in serious pain. When patients call me in pain, I will treat them as soon as possible even on holidays and Sunday mornings. As a dentist, work never stops, but Dr. Spero finds that work extremely rewarding. When a patient walks out of my office, I want them to feel happy again, pain free, and ready to show off their smiles.
Dr. Spero and Dr. Farrah Koutchek, own and operate three successful offices and are devoted to their patients. Patient comfort is the top priority for me, Dr. Spero explained. I make sure everyone is treated with respect and fully understands what treatment is needed. Dr. Spero has successfully completed full mouth restorations as well as dental implants. He practices conservative dentistry and utilizes advanced dental technologies.
Dr. Spero wasnt always a dentist. He grew up poor in Queens, New York. His father owned a dump truck, and his mother was a stay-at-home housewife. His father died when he was just a year old, and he lost his mother when he was in his teens. Despite family tragedy, Dr. Spero always knew he wanted to make something out of himself and have a rewarding life helping other people. Before he was a dentist, he worked many jobs, and was once even a broker on Wall Street. He put himself through college, bartending in the evening to make ends meet. I found my own way in life, my own way through dental school, and it has helped me become the person I am today. I want all my patients to feel safe and trusting of me theres nothing I enjoy more than helping a patient by giving them confidence and life-long smiles.
Dr. Spero believes his education didnt end with dental school; he continues to learn about the latest dental techniques and completes more than 50 hours of continuing education each year. He also enjoys being a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the California Dental Association.
My emphasis is on patient comfort and keeping up-to-date with the latest techniques in dentistry. My artistic background enables me to provide my patients with quality care for the whole family and give them a beautiful smile and pleasant experience.
Dr. Koutchek has always had a passion for learning and was valedictorian during undergraduate school, graduating with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1995. Shestarted practicing in California in 2001.Throughout her career she has completed countless hours of continuing education and constantly seeks new opportunities to enhance her abilities, knowledge, and techniques.
Her approach to treatment starts with listening carefully to the patient, completing a thorough examination, and using new state-of-the-art digital x rays (that admit 90% less radiation), enabling her to diagnose and prescribe the best treatment plan for you and your family. Dr. Koutchek has a wide range of experience in different aspects of dentistry, from cosmetic and restorative dentistry to root canals and oral surgery as well as Invisalign.
Dr. Koutchek compares dentistry to artistry: Im sculpting teeth with my hands, creating something beautiful and lasting. Fixing teeth changes lives, and theres nothing Dr. Koutchek finds more fulfilling than restoring a patients confidence. Ive had patients scared to smile, or patients who automatically put their hand in front of their mouth when smiling because they didnt want show their teeth. Once you help someones smile, Dr. Koutchek believes, the change is dramatic.
Artistry is what fuels Dr. Koutchek, both in the office and outside of the office. She enjoys oil painting, sewing & music, and approaches her work as a dentist the same way shed approach any art form: always staying calm and focused. Patients describe her as having a very serene presence. She is known to sometimes hum softly during dentistry work, and the sound has been compared to a mothers lullaby by patients instantly soothing even in the dentists chair.
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 8 reviews
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a year ago
My Best friend Gloria Villanueva went to see this fabulous DDS Vincent Spero. She told me she was sooo satisfied with all the respect, care and patience this Dentist treated her with. Coming from her this is a giant complement because she is very hard to please. She said he made her feel so comfortable and safe. I'm just sorry and Sad to know he couldn't take the broken molar out due to the infection but I know and feel My friend is in good hands because she was prescribed antibiotics that should get rid of all the infection and Dr. Spero DDS said he will extract her broken molar next week and take care of my best friend to her satisfaction. I am also pleased and impressed how when I frantically tried to call several dentists for emergency treatment and all I got was a Recording. However with this great Dentist he answered the phone himself and agreed to see my best friend the following day. Hats off to Dr. Vincent Spero for caring so much for my best friend Gloria and All his patients.
Joe Ortiz
2 years ago
How do I give Zero stars. Horrible experience. Would not recommend this Dr.
Monica Sharon
2 years ago
Dr Spero saw me super quick and brought so much relief to the worst tooth pain I have ever experienced. My previous dentist in Santa Monica put a crown on a molar 3 weeks prior, despite my having a bad infection in the root of the tooth (unbeknownst to me). On Memorial day, I woke up to excruciating pain, which I nursed with over the counter Motrin and a antibiotic prescription, while searching for a dentist nearby that I could see. Dr Spero was able to answer my call on Memorial Day, even though he was out of town for the holiday weekend, eased my nerves over the phone and set an appointment for first thing in the morning today. I came in late (had a terrible time sleeping last night) which the super nice receptionist did not scold me for, and was able to be seen right away. Dr Spero talked me through everything, going through the different scenarios we may find after x-raying to see what was happening with my tooth. The tooth had to get extracted due to a bad infection that my previous dentist somehow missed, which made me so nervous I thought I was gong to faint in the chair. (I've never had a tooth pulled before and literally have nightmares about this). The payment was very clearly laid out to me by the sweet receptionist (no hidden fees) and Dr Spero was very patient with me, my fear and nervous chatter. When it came time for the extraction, it was over before I even realized it and did not hurt AT ALL. As someone who has always had a weird fear about going to the dentist, I can finally say I found someone that I feel like I can trust. The toothache is completely gone and I'm so relieved! THANK YOU!
Joe Ortiz
3 years ago
How do I give Zero stars. Horrible experience. Would not recommend this Dr.
Monica Sharon
3 years ago
Dr Spero saw me super quick and brought so much relief to the worst tooth pain I have ever experienced. My previous dentist in Santa Monica put a crown on a molar 3 weeks prior, despite my having a bad infection in the root of the tooth (unbeknownst to me). On Memorial day, I woke up to excruciating pain, which I nursed with over the counter Motrin and a antibiotic prescription, while searching for a dentist nearby that I could see. Dr Spero was able to answer my call on Memorial Day, even though he was out of town for the holiday weekend, eased my nerves over the phone and set an appointment for first thing in the morning today. I came in late (had a terrible time sleeping last night) which the super nice receptionist did not scold me for, and was able to be seen right away. Dr Spero talked me through everything, going through the different scenarios we may find after x-raying to see what was happening with my tooth. The tooth had to get extracted due to a bad infection that my previous dentist somehow missed, which made me so nervous I thought I was gong to faint in the chair. (I've never had a tooth pulled before and literally have nightmares about this). The payment was very clearly laid out to me by the sweet receptionist (no hidden fees) and Dr Spero was very patient with me, my fear and nervous chatter. When it came time for the extraction, it was over before I even realized it and did not hurt AT ALL. As someone who has always had a weird fear about going to the dentist, I can finally say I found someone that I feel like I can trust. The toothache is completely gone and I'm so relieved! THANK YOU!
Walpa D'Mark
3 years ago
I had an emergency and Dr Spero helped me on sunday morning. He is thoughtful and kept me informed throughout the procedure. I highly recommend him.
Walpa D'Mark
4 years ago
I had an emergency and Dr Spero helped me on sunday morning. He is thoughtful and kept me informed throughout the procedure. I highly recommend him.
Chris Ding
4 years ago
Very friendly doctor and location, and the doctor was very open with his recommendation.
Chris Ding
5 years ago
Very friendly doctor and location, and the doctor was very open with his recommendation.
Dolly Leyva
5 years ago
Dr Vincent Spero and his staff were such amazing people! My tooth fell out on Friday night and we found him online right away. Usually you get the exchange service when you call a business, but not here. Dr Spero spoke with my sister and set an appointment for me next morning. Nicest guy ever! Went in Saturday morning and fixed my teeth. I can smile again, in less than 24hrs. I highly recommend this dentist. Dr Spero is great and so is his team!
Maria Shapley
5 years ago
Dr. Spero got back to my call right away during the weekend. He saw me early on Sunday morning to remove my wisdom tooth that was in a lot of pain. Being that I am weary of dentists he guided me through the process and removed the tooth within 20 minutes with no pain. I highly recommend Dr. Spero!!!
Dolly Leyva
5 years ago
Dr Vincent Spero and his staff were such amazing people! My tooth fell out on Friday night and we found him online right away. Usually you get the exchange service when you call a business, but not here. Dr Spero spoke with my sister and set an appointment for me next morning. Nicest guy ever! Went in Saturday morning and fixed my teeth. I can smile again, in less than 24hrs. I highly recommend this dentist. Dr Spero is great and so is his team!
Maria Shapley
5 years ago
Dr. Spero got back to my call right away during the weekend. He saw me early on Sunday morning to remove my wisdom tooth that was in a lot of pain. Being that I am weary of dentists he guided me through the process and removed the tooth within 20 minutes with no pain. I highly recommend Dr. Spero!!!
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