Douglas S Mitchell, DMD

I can’t believe I had to move to Alameda to finally meet a great dentist. Dr Douglas S. Mitchell and his staff get the highest recommendation I could give on Unilocal but I’m going to add 5 of my own stars ***** If you need a great dentist or if your scared of dentists (I am) then make an appointment with Dr Mitchell. The most thorough exam I’ve ever had… and the best thing… Dr Mitchell thoroughly explained everything. The bonus… his staff is wonderful… they even put up with my jokes. Thank you all… see ya soon.

I went in for an emergency visit with an old root canal that was acting up. And by acting up, I mean I had already gone to urgent care and the antibiotics were not working and had been in pain for 4 days up all night… They fit me in immediately, and even helped me understand my insurance! Haydee was amazing and really knows what she is doing. The entire staff, Rosa, and Dr. Mitchell were all very kind and immediately made me an appointment at the endodontist down the street — literally 15 minutes later. Amazing service, I will be back and thank you for all of your help!

I was referred to Dr. Mitchell from a friend and am very please with the care I receive.
Hi staff is lovely (thanks Haydee for your attention to detail and helping me understand my bill and insurance plan), Dr. Mitchell is funny, yet very professional. I left a dentist who I trusted very much with my teeth (and fears), to connect with another wonderful doctor. Your work is worth the out of network cost and I’m not changing docs again. (unless I have to)
oh! my teeth are in great shape AND the dental hygienists do a great job at cleaning my teeth every 6 months. thanks guys!

This office is well run. I get a reminder call 1 – 2 weeks in advance so I have time to double check my schedule. The dental work is high quality, and I appreciate the attention to detail. Really like the ability to use laser and design crowns… I feel like the office is cutting edge on technology as well as patient education.

Dr. Mitchell is the BEST! He is so funny and nice and always does such a great and thorough job with his work. He always gives an honest opinion if you need some work done. And the work he does is spectacular. I love the staff. Haydee at the front is so helpful and nice, and his assistants are always nice and cheery. I love the hygienists. They are very thorough and informative. This is the best office ever!

Dr Mitchell did a crown, another filling or two, and a bond on a front tooth to fill a gap 25 years ago and all are in perfect shape now in 2014!
He was a brand new dentist back then and now after moving far away I am thinking of going back as hes FUNNY, and makes us relax when we feel a little scared.
My current dentist just can’t seem to get an onlay right on #14 and guess who I’m calling tomorrow…

I do not enjoy saying unkind things about Dr. Mitchell, who seems like a «nice guy,» but feel the need to share my opinion of him as a dentist. I believe he recommends both unnecessary corrective and unnecessarily expensive cosmetic dental treatments.
Maybe his standards are ridiculously high, I don’t know. But I prefer dentists with a more conservative approach to dentistry, and who discuss less involved/​expensive approaches to dental problems, too.
I would urge his clients to get a second opinion from a reputable dentist before having any major work ($$$$) done here. It might save a lot of time, money and discomfort.

Ive been going to Dr Mitchell for quite some time now. He has always been very nice and comical during appointments. I appreciate that, cause it helps get your mind off the work being performed. I see Deann for my regular cleanings, and she is just the best. Thanks guys!

I have been going to Dr. Mitchell’s office for about a five years now. I have been well cared for in my three visits to this office. I would say this is the best dental office I have been to. Taylor (front desk) is absolutely stunning, and was extremely helpful with me as a new patient.
I hadn’t been to the dentist in about a year when I first came to the office, so I needed a full exam. The exam was by far the most thorough I have even been through (about an hour). I have had my teeth cleaned by two of the hygenists Dea Ann and Rachel; both were excellent. Rachel is a very sweet and I highly recommend her, while Deann (also great) can answer any question in the book.

I have been going to Dr Mitchell all of my life, so I don’t have any point of comparison. BUT I have to say it is a great office.
It is in a converted Victorian so it has a homey, personal feeling. The hygienists are thorough and pretty gentle. Dr. Mitchell has a really dry sense of humour and cracks me up, which can be a problem when you have fingers and tools in your mouth. The check-​ups at the 6 month cleanings and the work I have had done is always detailed and professional. They make their night guards on site and mine is so much thinner and more comfortable than my husbands.
He has since switched to Dr. Mitchell, so he too will now have stellar dental care.

Dr. Mitchell has been our family dentist for over 25 years. He is a great guy and excellent dentist. He puts time and effort into making it a relaxing experience. My last crown was done in one visit. He has a machine that makes the crown while you wait. This eliminates the need for slobbering into the impression molds and having to come back.
The work he does is meticulous and matches for color and shape .
I highly recommend Dr. Mitchell and his hygienists Deanne and Rebecca.

I am a loyal person and I cultivate good relationship everywhere I go especially with a denist. I also have a fear of sitting on that chair while you open up your mouth and allowed someone to just go at it you know. Although I am an East Bay resident, I was still going to my childhood dentist in SF since I was seven. Dr. Richard Parodi died of old age and I was really sad and worried too of who will be my next dentist. Then Dr. Parker, my orthodontist, referred me to Dr. Mitchell.
To this date, I am proud to say that I have the best dentist in the whole wide world!!! As I look back upon my journey, I can see how the right people at the right time can really enhance and contribute to your well-​being and happiness! Yes, the right dentist and his supportive staff can really make you that happy!!! Dr. Mitchell is the «bomb»! He replaced my fractured crown in just one visit. He has this cool machine that sends out purple laser lights while sculpturing your tooth with waterlike! He bonded my gaps so beautifully that I cried. This relationship between a doctor and patient, is priceless. The best feeling is to see your dentist LOVE his work! His passion, talents and the desire to help me achieve my dentistry goals won me over. He stayed connected with me as I sit submissively in the «chair». By asking how I am doing or does this hurt really helped my fears subside. He’s gentle in words and an all around great guy, he’s funny too, that helps trust me.
By this time, you are dying to meet Dr. Mitchell I know. But there’s more, his beautiful and kind daughter, who will be a dentist too, is the one who makes all things come together. I love her, she is so cool and understanding. Initially, I fell in love with her on the phone, must I say more about this place???

Went to Dr. Mitchell after geting a referral from a friend. Broke a crwon right before my Christmad vacation :-(and refused to go back to my prior dentist in SF that always seemed to push crowns like he’s selling drugs in the Tenderloin…
Anyway– I know this sounds odd, but Taylor a thte front desk was able to get me in before the holidays and I swear, I have NEVER had a more enjoyable, educational visit to a dentist! VERY professional, very thorough in explaining things, shows you the projected costs as you’re sitting in the chair for the next appointments. I highly recommend Dr. Mitchell to anyone looking for a new dentist or just wants to switch from their current dentist.

Went and had my bi-​annual teeth cleaning (with Deann). All is still great there.
I just need to floss more.