Reza Riahi D.D.S.

Reza Riahi D.D.S. - Endodontist in Palo Alto, CA
850 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301
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Opens Monday at 7:30am
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Monday7:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday7:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday7:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday7:30am - 5:00pm
SaturdayClosed

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Rating 4.1 out of 5 based on 23 reviews

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Harry C. H. Choi
2 years ago
Avoid at all costs. I went in to check whether I would need a root canal treatment in April 2021. I was not seen by Dr. Riahi, but another doctor, who performed a couple of tests over the span of 5 minutes or so and told me that a root canal is not necessary. When I left, the representative at the desk told me that there will not be any payments necessary for the visit, as it was just a couple of tests. Almost a year later, the office sends me a bill of $311. Fortunately, my insurance covers most of it, but I was appalled to see that they sent me a bill exactly 11 months after the visit happened. They claim that they sent me a bill to my mailing address, which I have no record of verifying because I had since moved to a different address. They did not try to make any communication in between, whether via telephone or e-mail. When asked to produce the record of their attempting to make communication with me regarding the bill, they could "confirm if the email and the address that they tried to reach [me] on is correct." And that's all that they could do, obviously, because they did not update me via any channel of communication. I would not leave a sensitive and expensive treatment like a root canal to an office that mismanages customers at this level of inefficiency.


Liudmila Milina
2 years ago
I had a root canal done with Dr. Reza, and it was a great experience. He is very professional, knowledgeable, and I would come back again.


Janna Glaze
2 years ago
He was very professional and avoided a root canal and provided different alternatives


Arya Soofiani
2 years ago
My dentist needed me to see a specialist for additional testing. I am fortunate that Dr Riahi saw me immediately because I was very concerned about my teeth. He eased my anxiety and broke down dental education to make my life easier. He's on dental insurance panels that's amazing! I'm happy to to recommend him to friends and family. Give him a call for specialty care.


Janna Glaze
3 years ago
He was very professional and avoided a root canal and provided different alternatives


Stephanie Martinez
3 years ago
I was referred to Dr. Riahi because I had a cracked tooth. I was in a lot of pain. I never had a root canal before and I was very nervous. I called the office and they got me in the same day, completed my treatment and got me out of pain. They go above and beyond to take care of their patients! I also want to express how comfortable and safe I felt being protected from Covid! The office and staff use all precautions to protect their patients!


Arya Soofiani
3 years ago
My dentist needed me to see a specialist for additional testing. I am fortunate that Dr Riahi saw me immediately because I was very concerned about my teeth. He eased my anxiety and broke down dental education to make my life easier. He's on dental insurance panels that's amazing! I'm happy to to recommend him to friends and family. Give him a call for specialty care.


Natisha Kang
3 years ago
Visited Dr. Riahi based on a recommendation from a dentist that I LOVE so perhaps I had high expectations. I was extremely disappointed with my consultation with Dr. Riahi. While he was very matter of fact, he provided very little explanation and the appointment felt very rushed. My conversation (or lack thereof) with him took all of 10 minutes. While it is good to finally know why I've been experiencing pain, I will seek out another endodontist.


Stephanie Martinez
3 years ago
I was referred to Dr. Riahi because I had a cracked tooth. I was in a lot of pain. I never had a root canal before and I was very nervous. I called the office and they got me in the same day, completed my treatment and got me out of pain. They go above and beyond to take care of their patients! I also want to express how comfortable and safe I felt being protected from Covid! The office and staff use all precautions to protect their patients!


Julio Casal
3 years ago
My 12 years old had an emergency a Saturday evening in the middle of the covid crisis. After contacting many endodontists and thinking it would be impossible, doctor Reza treated him at 1AM in the morning. We are very thankful for that.


Laine Bryce
3 years ago
He was 40 minutes late for my appointment, and I found he was not a pleasant person to deal with. I went back after root canal treatment with a still-painful tooth and he said it was normal healing. I switched to another endodontist and found that Dr. Riahi hadn't done a complete job.


Faysal Abi
3 years ago
If you're taking the time to look through these reviews, I'm guessing you value your health and likely complete your due-diligence before choosing someone to work on your body. With all the negative press on root canals lately, I was a bit nervous when my Dentist referred me to Dr Riahi for a root canal. After letting the idea marinate that I may one day need a root canal, I figured it wouldn't hurt to get a consultation with Riyahi and see how it goes. I was immediately comfortable with how personable Dr Riahi and all of his staff were. Dr Riahi took the time to explain to me what he thought about my tooth, why he believed I needed a root canal, his years of experience/training and the education he received at Harvard. All this information put me at ease. Despite all his knowledge, it was like talking to a friend. The man is super humble. I expressed my concerns about root canals, potential chronic health issues and sometimes serious diseases associated with them. Dr Riyahi listened to my concerns and shared with me the current science, studies and known information in the medical community. At no point did I feel Dr Riyahi was dismissive about my concerns. Ultimately, I decided to get a root canal. It was smooth. Dr Riyahi is a master in his art! Here is the crazy thing... After I had the root canal, some of my chronic neck pain improved. Although I still don't know if there are any long-term effects associated with root canals; I feel everyone would agree that an infection shouldn't go unchecked in a tooth. Whether you eventually decide to get the tooth pulled or not, is your decision. I decided to write this review because I can imagine many people in the same position I was in. Do I get a root canal or get the tooth pulled? Are there long lasting negative health impacts associated with root canals? Yeah! It's a hard decision. A complex and complicated topic and I still feel confused about the issue. Here is what this comes down to... If you decide to have a root canal done, hands down, Dr Riyahi is your go to. I've scheduled an appt. to be back in six months for a follow up. I'd refer my mom to see Dr Riyahi if she needed a root canal. I have the utmost confidence in this man:)


Sinny S
3 years ago
I still had pain after my tooth surgery. I went back to him, he told me that the risk of not being able to perform the other operation. I tried to bear it, but after 4 months the pain is getting worse. My dentist try to contact him- no reply at all.


darcy thompson
4 years ago
Dr.Riahi is the best!!! He is so kind and caring about his patients. I've had 2 root canals from him, and he even called me after the procedure to make sure I was ok. He uses the latest technologies for his work and I have 100% trust in him and his skill set. Darcy


Natisha Kang
4 years ago
Visited Dr. Riahi based on a recommendation from a dentist that I LOVE so perhaps I had high expectations. I was extremely disappointed with my consultation with Dr. Riahi. While he was very matter of fact, he provided very little explanation and the appointment felt very rushed. My conversation (or lack thereof) with him took all of 10 minutes. While it is good to finally know why I've been experiencing pain, I will seek out another endodontist.


MBK MBK
4 years ago
Dr. Riahi is extremely good at his profession. He took his time to explain the whole procedure before the operation. He is very friendly and a caring person. He personally called me to see if I had any pains after my root canal which I did not. My personal experience was very pleasant and painless. I highly recommend him.


Faysal Abi
4 years ago
If you're taking the time to look through these reviews, I'm guessing you value your health and likely complete your due-diligence before choosing someone to work on your body. With all the negative press on root canals lately, I was a bit nervous when my Dentist referred me to Dr Riahi for a root canal. After letting the idea marinate that I may one day need a root canal, I figured it wouldn't hurt to get a consultation with Riyahi and see how it goes. I was immediately comfortable with how personable Dr Riahi and all of his staff were. Dr Riahi took the time to explain to me what he thought about my tooth, why he believed I needed a root canal, his years of experience/training and the education he received at Harvard. All this information put me at ease. Despite all his knowledge, it was like talking to a friend. The man is super humble. I expressed my concerns about root canals, potential chronic health issues and sometimes serious diseases associated with them. Dr Riyahi listened to my concerns and shared with me the current science, studies and known information in the medical community. At no point did I feel Dr Riyahi was dismissive about my concerns. Ultimately, I decided to get a root canal. It was smooth. Dr Riyahi is a master in his art! Here is the crazy thing... After I had the root canal, some of my chronic neck pain improved. Although I still don't know if there are any long-term effects associated with root canals; I feel everyone would agree that an infection shouldn't go unchecked in a tooth. Whether you eventually decide to get the tooth pulled or not, is your decision. I decided to write this review because I can imagine many people in the same position I was in. Do I get a root canal or get the tooth pulled? Are there long lasting negative health impacts associated with root canals? Yeah! It's a hard decision. A complex and complicated topic and I still feel confused about the issue. Here is what this comes down to... If you decide to have a root canal done, hands down, Dr Riyahi is your go to. I've scheduled an appt. to be back in six months for a follow up. I'd refer my mom to see Dr Riyahi if she needed a root canal. I have the utmost confidence in this man:)


Sinny S
4 years ago
I still had pain after my tooth surgery. I went back to him, he told me that the risk of not being able to perform the other operation. I tried to bear it, but after 4 months the pain is getting worse. My dentist try to contact him- no reply at all.


Julio Casal
4 years ago
My 12 years old had an emergency a Saturday evening in the middle of the covid crisis. After contacting many endodontists and thinking it would be impossible, doctor Reza treated him at 1AM in the morning. We are very thankful for that.


Laine Bryce
4 years ago
He was 40 minutes late for my appointment, and I found he was not a pleasant person to deal with. I went back after root canal treatment with a still-painful tooth and he said it was normal healing. I switched to another endodontist and found that Dr. Riahi hadn't done a complete job.


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