Loren D Rench, DDS – Bayshore Dental

My history with dentists has been long and painful… literally. Not until I started going to Dr. Rench at Bayshore Dental did I finally find someone who knew what they were doing, had fantastic «chairside» manner and had a beautiful, comfortable, peaceful office to make a visit to the dentist, well, as good as it can be.
I’ve been going to Dr. Rench for well over a decade. I also had Invisalign with him with great results that I enjoy today! I love that the same people have worked there for a long time… that says something about the environment and the leaders.
I can’t say enough about how much the people, and Dr. Rench himself, make going to the dentist pleasant. I couldn’t imagine going to anyone else!
As for another review that talks about text messages… they are in the business of managing patients’ dental health, not social media! So rate them on that, if you please. How bad can it possibly be to get an upbeat, friendly text of any kind from anyone? We live in a technology world… it comes with the territory.
As for billing and insurance, as another reviewer mentions, I have never been charged for anything I should not have been. When I’ve needed major work, I’ve always been given the estimate prior to even scheduling the next appointment, all while the receptionist refers to my insurance plan, right in front of me. If you are experiencing issues with billing — ask more questions in real time or get new insurance.
But, alas — I digress and am sinking into the sticky Unilocal mire that I am sure is bad for your teeth!
If you are nervous about going to the dentist — go to Bayshore Dental.
If you have advanced issues with your teeth or have had a bad experience in the past with other dentists — go to Bayshore Dental.
If you are reading this review — when was the last time you had your teeth cleaned? Go to Bayshore Dental!!!
THANK YOU to Dr. Rench and your entire staff for over a decade of service, but more importantly, care.

I’ve been going to Bayshore Dental for over four years now and have always left feeling extremely well taken care of. The office is very clean and modern, the receptionists are super friendly and personable. I moved near downtown LA two years ago and refuse to find a closer dentist because of how satisfied I am here. I’m grateful for their text message reminders, as it alleviates the need to call them back just to confirm an appointment. It’s hard to find a place like this that actually uses the technology available and communicate with their younger patients. Janine is an absolute asset to this establishment: she’s incredibly easy going and charismatic, unlike any of my previous dental hygienists. Please ask for her if you come in.

I have told my husband for the four years he has been going to Bayshore Dental that their insurance billing practices were/​are questionable, but to no avail. I finally got proof of my gut feeling today. Our flexible spending administrator advised me that Bayshore Dental charged my husband for a basic cleaning, x-​ray and filling appointment, which was covered at 110 percent under our insurance… Bayshore actually charged him a portion for the services they performed before he left, then essentially double billed our insurance. Unreal. I have asked our insurance company to perform an audit of all insurance payments made to Bayshore Insurance over the past two-​years by us, to verify the accuracy of payments made to them. Bayshore Dental is well aware of the covered services for the individual insurance companies they work with. Our plan is a PPO, so the coverage on our plan is robust. Bayshore Dental should have known there was NO charge for the services they provided to my husband, a long term and loyal patient of Dr. Loren Rench. There is no excuse for taking advantage of your customers, especially those who place their health and care in your hands. Shameful!

This review is only for Dr. Rench. I just came out of the office disappointed by the way I was treated today by Dr. Rench. Today I was there for fillings and I was told they weren’t deep so like last time I didn’t want anesthesia but Dr. Rench told me to stop winning that I need to use anesthesia because my fillings are deep because I don’t floss or brush my teeth well. So he told me to set up another appointment, get mentally ready and also he didn’t feel like working today. He was so rude to me. I started coming here because he was referred to my husband by a co worker. He has lost my business and my husbands. I guess if I was his race (white) he wouldn’t had treated me this way. Here’s a tip Mr. Dr. When a patient tells u they have a phobia why not be gentle and inform and educate the patient. Some people only care about the money, I hope they don’t charge me for sitting in that chair for 5 mins !

My husband and I were looking for a dentist through our insurance and found Bayshore Dental. We’ve been in a few times now and we really love this office. The office manager is wonderful, the hygienists are great, and we especially love Dr. Nicole Kuske. Everyone is helpful and they take the time to really explain your treatment plan.

I’ve been going to Dr. Rench for over a decade now, and I have to say, I’m never nervous about going to the dentist since I found Dr. Rench. He is thorough, kind, and his work is up-​to-​date and excellent.
Today I called to reschedule an appointment for getting my teeth cleaned, and Margie answered the phone. She was Very helpful! She took time to give me all the information I needed to make an informed decision. She wasn’t even impatient with me. I really appreciate that. Thanks, Margie!

Been a client 14 plus years. Never a problem. Just make sure if you are going in for a crown, that they give you novacaine for the appointment when they take the temp off and put the permanent crown on. They may try to do this without numbing and I have no idea how anyone can sit past a few seconds of yanking and scraping involved in taking the temporary off of an already shaved-​down stump of a tooth underneath. Just ask and they have no problem with it.
I have never felt pressured into trying teeth whitening, as someone said. In 14 yrs I have been approached about it once, and it is very reasonably priced so I don’t see the problem.
Same few girls work in the office that have done so for years, and they are organized and efficient.

Great place – very professional, good service, short wait,

Dr. Rench is a very cool and welcoming guy. Made me feel right at home. The hygienist was extremely nice and helpful with my questions. Overall the office is nice and clean and the staff is amazing.

Dr. Kuske is fantastic! I have had anxieties about going to the dentist for as long as I can remember and this was by far the best experience I have had. Dr. Kuske and her assistant (I think her name was Edith?) made my root canal such a great experience and the entire procedure took less than an hour. The best thing was that it was completely painless and I am pretty sensitive to pain. Dr. Kuske even called me a few hours later to see how I was doing and that really impressed me. I recommend Dr. Kuske for anyone who has any fears about going to the dentist, especially for a root canal. Also, Maria the receptionist is so nice and friendly. Go here! :)

Have been going to Bayshore Dental for a few years now, and I have literally just had an abscessed tooth extracted. Dr Rench did a phenomenal job, zero pain :)

I went here a few times when I lived in the area. The office was clean and modern and the receptionists were very nice and helpful with my insurance stuff. Dr. Rench himself wasn’t particularly personable but that’s fine because they did a decent job.
I don’t remember opting in to receive text messages from their office, but okay, maybe I accidentally did. By the way, they aren’t text messages to remind you of appointments, it’s stuff like, «Happy Holidays from Bayshore Dental» and «Patti’s retiring!» They aren’t very frequent, but they’re still annoying. I called the office to let them know nicely that I had moved away and hadn’t been there for 2 years, so please take me off their text messaging list. The receptionist told me it was done.
Surprise, I just got another text message today: «Don’t miss out on your unused benefits!» despite my earlier request to be removed from their list. I’ll call them again tomorrow — hopefully they can offer a better solution other than waiting until I get a new cell phone number.

First and last time here.
For my first appointment with my «new dentist» I don’t know how he looks like.
First, when I walked into the office I was informed that I’ll have my X-​rays taken that day and my cleaning another. Uh-​Oh! Nobody told me anything when they call me the day before…
Second, I meet 3 ½ ladies in the office and I’m not sure who my dentist was. The half person is somebody who walk into the office while I was lying with my mouth open and looking to the ceiling, after one min or so, she said everything was OK and walk away. Don’t ask me her name, she never gives me one.
Third, the employees are very nice, that’s why I give them 2 starts, but they try so hard to sell Invisilign. I felt push and I really dislike it.
Four, the cleaning method was old and painful. I tasted blood on my mouth! … I have been with the same dentist for 5 years before move to Long Beach and this is the first time that I felt pain. The polishing was so quickly that let me wondering if it was over, the nice lady pointed she was done.
It seems that I need to look for a «new dentist» …again.

My girlfriend now also a loyal patient.
Best Dentist in So-​Cal.

I usually consider myself pretty bad ass. But not when it comes to having a stranger poke metal instruments into my mouth. That freaks me the eff out. I’m sure having various Dentists in the past treat my teeth and gums like they are not attached to a person with feelings probably contributed to my ongoing dread and fear of dental appointments.
I stumbled upon Dr. Rench quite by accident. I have no insurance and had a dental problem. I made several phone calls to dental offices in my vacinity, weeding out the ones who seemed to not have English as their first language. This office was able to get me in the same afternoon I called.
Prices are not terribly bad. I have no insurance and I’m paying for a professional service; I accept that it won’t be cheap. EVERYONE speaks English and appears to be a US citizen. That is worth any price right there. Dr. Rench was wonderful, and when I had a couple of treatments, my mouth was numbed to no end. I still don’t look forward to visits, but there is far less anxiety when going to this office.

Bayshore Dental is a really great place! I’ve been going there for over 10 years and the staff and Dr. Rench are pleasant and very nice to work with. Marjie and Maria are the two voices over the phone and they couldn’t be friendlier! They are helpful and make what can be a nerve-​wracking moment not so bad at all. And the waiting area is nice and relaxing.

Outstanding. I just finished the Invisalign process and could not be any happier. Dr. Rench and staff are truly professional, honest, and deeply care about getting you the best results. They are really a class above the rest. I really wish I had found them years ago.
Before I chose Dr. Rench’s office I got consultations with three other dentists. I got everything from over inflated prices, to a dentist insisting that I needed all my fillings replaced with porcelains before we began the Invisaligns. Needless to say, I steered clear of that shady Dentist in Downey.
Dr. Rench however is clearly the real deal, he is a dentist you can trust. He was clear and exact on what I should I expect. He answered every question with absolute assertiveness and not once did he try to oversell. He stayed on point and focused on what I was there for. He really makes you feel that you’re in good hands. And his office only helps support this fact. The office is tastefully decorated and all the equipment is clean and up to date, assuring a pleasant dental experience.

I went here and was blown away. They worked with my financial situation, and did an amazing job. I was a walk in and was seen that day for a root canal. I have recommended them to every one. If you go anywhere else, you’re wasting your time. Go here.

I have mixed feelings about this office. First off, i must say that Dr. Rench is very professional. I chose this office originally because of its convenient location. My mixed feelings are these. It’s impossible to get an appointment without waiting a few weeks. Usually with tooth problems, you need help immediately. Having said that, you can usually find an appointment that week with another dentist there, but almost impossible for the same day.
Update: I received an email from Dr Rench stating that they value their online reputation and was going to look into this issue for me. I have not heard back since.
Oh, and by the way, the photos on this Unilocal page are not of Dr. Rench, he’s an older man in his 60’s, not the aspiring model in the photos.
My 3 rating was because of my last experience there. It was my last because i do not plan on going back there, it was very awkward. I went in for a crown with my insurance plan and was told that my estimated price after my insurance coverage was only $ 200. I paid for it that same day and then received a bill in the mail for the «balance» of $ 250. I was told that the price they gave me in the office was only an estimate and that they’d bill me with whatever wasn’t covered in the mail. At the time i agreed, it made sense, but what a gross error in estimation! When i called to discuss, they didn’t flinch, saying that my initial quote was just an estimate, and that i was required to pay the full amound of the bill. They didn’t even own up to the fact that maybe they should have been more accurate with their estimation. I’m not one to not pay, so i paid in full, but i will never go there again out of principal.

Dr. Rench is an incredible dentist. I was told I had somewhere between 11 and 13 cavities by 2 different ‘drill and fill’ dentists. I went to him after thinking something was amiss, and he noted I had *no* cavities. Needless to say, they need more training.
He came highly recommended by 3 friends and I’ve since sent 2 different friends to him who’ve both raved.
He has taught classes at UCLA, and knows how to actually differentiate coronal burnout from caries (cavities). Be prepared to book well in advance.