Ray Mangigian DDS, a native of Southern California, attended USC and received his DDS degree from UCLA School of Dentistry. He has been practicing in Lakewood, California for over 25 years. He also has a part-time practice in Orange, California. He is an active member of the American Dental Association in its local chapter, The Harbor Dental Society.
In his spare time, Dr. Mangigian enjoys speed walking and playing saxophone. He has been a singer and saxophonist in rock groups since his teens, most recently an all dental Classic Rock band called 'Open Wide'. He now plays in a surf music group called The Surf Kings and is a member of the music ministry at his church, Calvary Chapel East Anaheim. Family includes his wife Shannon, two married daughters and three dogs.
Dr. Mangigian's professional goal has always been to provide the best dentistry has to offer in a comfortable, friendly setting. He thanks his fantastic staff for helping him achieve this goal for his patients.
Friendly! A word we hear often to describe our team. They are highly educated, experienced, and have the technology and the techniques to serve our patients. However, without the care that our team pours out, we would be just another office.
SusieSusie grew up here in Lakewood and went to St. Josephs High School. She graduated from USC with a Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene. She enjoys helping her husband teach at his Martial Arts school, also here in Lakewood. She loves to go skiing in Mammoth and camping with her friends and family. She also loves to bake (usually anything with chocolate is her favorite!). She has been with Dr. Mangigian since 2001 and loves helping people keep healthy smiles.
Angie Angie, a Long Beach native, holds a Bachelors Degree in Biology from CSUDH and received her Dental Hygiene degree from Cerritos College in 1994. She has been working with Dr. Mangigian since 1996. Her passion is to serve patients well with the best treatment possible. She loves the dental hygiene profession and strives to teach patients how to best care for their teeth and gums. A few of Angie 's interests include trips to the Sequoias with family and friends, playing board games, serving with 'Kid Zone' at church and homeschooling her and her husband 's two daughters.
Raquel Raquel is our office manager. She has been with Dr. Mangigian since 1999. She keeps the office running smoothly. She has two teen boys and loves to go to all of their football and baseball games, and help out with scores and stats. She is an expert in dental insurance and can help you maximize your dental benefits. She enjoys helping our patients have a comfortable and positive experience at all of their office visits.
Generally the tooth has no reaction to fillings. Occasionally, there may be some temporary tenderness to chewing or cold, but this eventually goes away. Try not to test the tooth immediately after placement of the filling. It needs time to get acquainted with the decay removal and new filling. Using Sensodyne or any other tooth sensitive toothpaste should help.
Depending on the situation, most root canal treatments heal very quickly with no tenderness. If there is a reaction, the tooth should start to feel normal again within 48 hours. Ibuprofen (3 200 mg tabs every 6 hours) is best during this time. If swelling or prolonged soreness occurs, call me at the office or on my cell phone 714-315-5705.
Bleaching is a safe process that restores white smiles. Teeth may experience some sensitivity. This normally goes away the next day. Sensitivity toothpastes are available in case you have a lot of abrasion against the teeth from wear and tear. I suggest a monthly booster application of the tray bleach for the first few months to solidify the teeth whitening process. After that, most people will bleach after their hygiene visits to maintain a bright smile. Remember that all teeth want to go yellow againso keep a regular schedule.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 176 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestSuresh Choudhary
a year ago
Got teeth cleaning and some filling done. Everything went so smoothly and painless experience. I love the staff Angie, Raquel, very courteous and caring. Ray and his team are amazing! You got to visit him if you haven't already!
Shawna Riley
2 years ago
First of all I love all of u at Dr Rays . I am only 13 yet I'm always treated like an adult when I go there. I esp love Susie my hygienist. Super sweet and caring. I look forward to going to the Dentist when they are so sweet and gentle oh and caring.Thanks Guys Your favorite pt. Andrew Riley
William Taylor
2 years ago
Very professional and very friendly,I would recommend it to anyone.
Toni Ledesma
2 years ago
Great customer service love the dentist love the people that work there! Very thorough with everything!
William Taylor
2 years ago
Very professional and very friendly,I would recommend it to anyone.
Suresh Choudhary
2 years ago
Got teeth cleaning and some filling done. Everything went so smoothly and painless experience. I love the staff Angie, Raquel, very courteous and caring. Ray and his team are amazing! You got to visit him if you haven't already!
Amy Pierce
2 years ago
I struggled with dentists for many years before I found Dr. Mangigian's office. Now I'm a happy patient. The personal care they give is so very much appreciated.
Peter Sandoval
2 years ago
Great experience!!! Definitely going back
Cole Phillips
2 years ago
Very Profesional. Calmed my nerves big time about going to the dentist. Would definitely recommend giving him a try if your feeling anxious or nervous about going. He gets everything done quickly and does a great job. 10/10 would recommend.
Judy Petrone
2 years ago
As always, well done and helped me through the whole procedure.
Velma Vasquez
2 years ago
Came back!!!!! Dr. Mangigian is sympathy the best.
Sue Thurbee
2 years ago
I've had good dentists in the past BUT NEVER one as terrific as Dr. Mangigian and his wonderful staff! They are the most caring and compassionate group I have ever encountered! Dr. Mangigian does everything possible to be assure a painless visit. I actually heard myself tell him getting a crown was FANTASTIC! I was so relaxed, felt so safe and trusted them completely! My apprehension of going to the dentist is gone! This dental team will be choice forever!
Brian
2 years ago
Great visit. Very professional and polite. Always greeted with a smile.
Lauren S
2 years ago
Incredible experience as always. My husband and I got our teeth cleaned along with our 4 yr old and 5 yr old. They were so good with our kids! They actually enjoyed getting their teeth cleaned and all of the fun equipment. Such an outstanding dentist and hygienists!
S B
2 years ago
I have been going to Dr. Mangigian for nearly 30 years and no other dentist will do. I dread the day he retires. He genuinely cares about you and does all he can to alleviate your fears and pain. He's super talented not only in dentistry but in life. Awesome guy!
Mildred Gray
2 years ago
We have been patients for years!! We love the customer service and attention to detail we recieve. Dr. Mangigian and his staff go above and beyond for our family.
Ted H
2 years ago
Going to visit the dentist is rarely a fun experience but the Dr and staff are so easy going and kind that you sometimes forget what you are there for. Dr Mangigian walks you through what he is doing and takes a lot of the stress out of your treatment.
Renee McKibben
2 years ago
Dr. Mangigian is an awesome Dentist! He is gentle, kind, and personable. My daughter drives all the way from Bakersfield, just to see him! She has recommended several people to him!! I highly recommend him.
Paul Barry
2 years ago
For years if not decades the dentist has been a must do/should do/hate to do experience. And the shots were the peak of a routinely crummy experience. Until Ray Mangigian. Although he's a very sweet guy his skill at making this whole process comfortable and pretty darn easy is the best I've ever known. Hell, it's the best anyone I know has known. And the shots are weirdly painless. How does he do that? Actually, I don't care. Just keep doing it.
Ethan George
2 years ago
Always great at their job and really nice. Makes going to the dentist a lot easier.
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