Standards of care vary around the world. We believe in providing the highest quality of care as comfortably as possible. Staying abreast of the ever-changing field of dentistry and using the latest techniques and technologies enables us to deliver the highest standard of dental care.
In addition to being clinicians, we are educators. After spending many years learning the science and art of dentistry, we are passionate about it. We involve you in the process of your health care and help you to make the best decisions. We do this by teaching you about your treatment options and setting aside time to satisfactorily answer all of your questions.
We strive to create a positive environment every hour of every day. We do this for our clients, families, friends, neighbors, and ourselves. We bring our best to work and we work our best, every working day.
A Canadian native, Doctor Barinder Cheema might have become a hockey player instead of a dentist, but a certain uncle in his family had a very great influence on his eventual choice of career. Visiting his uncles dental office, it became inspirational to see such big changes among people walking in with pain and out with a smile. As a result, Dr. Cheema crossed the border to the University of Washington in Seattle and earned his degree in dentistry. Now he brings his abilities to save teeth and restore smiles to the Placerville Dental Group.
Dr. Cheema enjoys taking the time to hear about any problems you may have with your teeth. He always seeks to clearly explain the state of your oral health, to point out the procedures that can help you protect it, and to answer any of your questions before starting treatment.
A trilingual dentist, Dr. Cheema speaks Punjabi and Hindi, alongside English. His goal is for every patient to feel comfortable in our local office and for all clients to have the same experience they had with his uncle to walk out with a smile!
Blending art with science, dentistry is my passion. I consider it a privilege to be a dentist, to have a real impact on the health of my patients. I studied to become a dentist right here in California at UC San Francisco and graduated in 2006. Sacramento is my hometown, and I spent my undergraduate years at UC Davis, so I returned from the Bay Area to establish a dental practice in Northern California.
My approach towards dentistry is best described as comprehensive. This gives me the ability to handle the basics, like cleanings and cavities, and the complex, like oral surgery and orthodontics. This means that everyone in your family can receive their dental care at the Placerville Dental Group.
While dentistry occupied much of my time when I first started out, my marriage to Nancy in 2010 began my life as a family man and a father. Our daughter Ella entered our world one year later and her younger brother Liam followed shortly after. In 2017, we welcomed our twin boys Jonah and Derek. At home, I enjoy caring for our own garden beds as a way to relax at the end of the day.
When I am at the office, I make my recommendations for your dental care the same way I would for my own family. My parents, grandfather and other relatives live nearby, and I often serve their dental needs. You undoubtedly have many of the same concerns that they do and I understand this. Therefore, when I treat a son or daughter, mother or father, what I suggest is honestly based on the best possible care for your teeth.
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Rating 4.2 out of 5 based on 69 reviews
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a year ago
Dentist took the time to get to know me before jamming his hands in my mouth, which I really appreciated. They do all the small things right and made me feel comfortable
TRISHA TAYLOR
2 years ago
I cannot thank Placerville Dental Group enough! My 11 year old son went thru a horrible experience and cried the entire waiting period. The hygienist's and DDS put my son (and mom) at ease. I give them 10 stars!! Thank you Placerville Dental Group! Your awesome!
Erin Gifford
2 years ago
Every one I interacted with were so nice and caring.
Kaye Cover
2 years ago
I find the employees to be very friendly, competent, and helpful, including Dr. Steele, of course. I would recommend this office for dental work.
Karla Stine
2 years ago
First time in, and I have a very positive impression! Very professional, thorough, and super nice people! 2nd time in, for a cleaning, I was told that I did not qualify for a cleaning, but instead needed to pay $868. For laser treatment and planing which was NOT covered by my insurance. They then charged me for a copy of my X-rays so that I could get a second opinion. I felt that I was being upsold. I will not go back.
jeffrey johnson
2 years ago
Extremely rude and unprofessional over the phone. They seemed untrained to answer any questions and annoyed they couldn't answer my questions so took it out on me for asking....
Susan Wong-Criqat
2 years ago
I chose the Placerville Dental Group based on their website and services offered. Upon my initial visit and consultation, I felt confident with moving forward and chose this office as my new dentist. Dr Cheema and the entire staff were not only friendly and professional, but amazing! From scheduling my appointments, and having oral surgery along with follow up,
Jessica LK
2 years ago
My husband got an unnecessary, very expensive crown last year. To add insult to injury, they did the crown wrong, leading to him needing to get the crown removed, a root canal, and a new crown this year. Thankfully, we discovered Dr. Ziese who is wonderful.
robin st denis
2 years ago
complete lying about billing charges
Rachel Davis
2 years ago
My husband went in for a cleaning and was very happy with the services. However, the staff does not follow proper COVID-19 precautions. The office had on surgical masks and no n95 and no face shields. Not only is this a disservice to the patients but to themselves. Level 3 or not, healthcare professionals in a HIGHLY aerosol driven field should be wearing at MINIMUM an n95 with a surgical on top.
Sadie Jones
2 years ago
Went for an exam and x-rays and they had my insurance information. I was asked to come in to an earlier slot which I then waited over 45 mins after the said time before even taken back. They took extra xrays that my plan did not cover and were more orthodontic. Then Dr.Manpreet or Singh (didn't introduce himself), came in to do the "exam" which was asking about any issues I had, then cold testing 2 teeth and 2 others for reference, then telling me I needed a root canal, filling and crown, and should get crowns on other teeth and left. Then Kathy came in without a mask to explain my coverage and what the prices would be. I communicated via e-mail about the lack of exam. Then I went and used my husbands tools to look at my teeth and several have severe cavities that the doctor didn't even look at. I went to Above the Gate instead for my pain and it turned out to be 2 COMPLETELY different teeth causing my pain. I was immediantly given antibiotics and given the treatment needed not told I should do crowns on teeth that were not even bothering me. Placerville Dentistry then charged me to have my records sent over as well as for the xrays they did that were not covered, they gave me a "courtesy discount" but I still had to pay for an incomplete exam and unnecessary xrays. Do not go here, had the doctor actually done a full exam and did more then cold testing I may have been able to save a couple of my teeth. I had massive infection in both sides of my face, several OBVIOUS cavities, and 2 teeth that ended up needing to be removed but Above The Gate gave me more options to help try to save them since I was in a waiting period for my insurance. If you need a dentist go there instead.
Anabel Doyle
3 years ago
They are always attentive and professional! I'm so happy to be able to get a better smile and feel confident again.
Dino Musetti
3 years ago
The worst experience ever. Between Deborah at the front counter belittling people and the doctor trying to gold dig, it was terrible. Would not recommend to anyone. All we asked for a detailed list of work that needs to be done on our son, and my wife got belittled.
Rachel Davis
3 years ago
My husband went in for a cleaning and was very happy with the services. However, the staff does not follow proper COVID-19 precautions. The office had on surgical masks and no n95 and no face shields. Not only is this a disservice to the patients but to themselves. Level 3 or not, healthcare professionals in a HIGHLY aerosol driven field should be wearing at MINIMUM an n95 with a surgical on top.
robin st denis
3 years ago
complete lying about billing charges
Sadie Jones
3 years ago
Went for an exam and x-rays and they had my insurance information. I was asked to come in to an earlier slot which I then waited over 45 mins after the said time before even taken back. They took extra xrays that my plan did not cover and were more orthodontic. Then Dr.Manpreet or Singh (didn't introduce himself), came in to do the "exam" which was asking about any issues I had, then cold testing 2 teeth and 2 others for reference, then telling me I needed a root canal, filling and crown, and should get crowns on other teeth and left. Then Kathy came in without a mask to explain my coverage and what the prices would be. I communicated via e-mail about the lack of exam. Then I went and used my husbands tools to look at my teeth and several have severe cavities that the doctor didn't even look at. I went to Above the Gate instead for my pain and it turned out to be 2 COMPLETELY different teeth causing my pain. I was immediantly given antibiotics and given the treatment needed not told I should do crowns on teeth that were not even bothering me. Placerville Dentistry then charged me to have my records sent over as well as for the xrays they did that were not covered, they gave me a "courtesy discount" but I still had to pay for an incomplete exam and unnecessary xrays. Do not go here, had the doctor actually done a full exam and did more then cold testing I may have been able to save a couple of my teeth. I had massive infection in both sides of my face, several OBVIOUS cavities, and 2 teeth that ended up needing to be removed but Above The Gate gave me more options to help try to save them since I was in a waiting period for my insurance. If you need a dentist go there instead.
Susan Wong-Criqat
3 years ago
I chose the Placerville Dental Group based on their website and services offered. Upon my initial visit and consultation, I felt confident with moving forward and chose this office as my new dentist. Dr Cheema and the entire staff were not only friendly and professional, but amazing! From scheduling my appointments, and having oral surgery along with follow up,
Jessica LK
3 years ago
My husband got an unnecessary, very expensive crown last year. To add insult to injury, they did the crown wrong, leading to him needing to get the crown removed, a root canal, and a new crown this year. Thankfully, we discovered Dr. Ziese who is wonderful.
Jose Vargas
3 years ago
Friendly and professional
Anabel Doyle
3 years ago
They are always attentive and professional! I'm so happy to be able to get a better smile and feel confident again.
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