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Bay Area Dental provides orthodontic treatment in Oakland, CA, with a 4.
About Bay Area Dental
Dr. Spunde and Dr. Alden Calantog's team is often noted for finishing procedures faster than quoted and for not pushing unnecessary treatment.
Bay Area Dental is a general dental practice in Oakland that also offers orthodontic treatment including Invisalign, traditional braces, clear aligners, and retainers. Reviews often mention efficient treatment timelines, with several patients noting procedures completed faster than expected or clear timelines given upfront for a care plan. Many reviews also note that dentists here, including Dr. Spunde and Dr. Alden Calantog, don't push unnecessary treatment, though a couple of reviewers describe feeling pressured over specific choices for their children. The office is also noted for modern scanning technology and a clean, updated space.
Summary of 196 patient reviews, January 2019–September 2026, updated September 2026
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Bay Area Dental provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Bay Area Dental uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Insurance accepted
3 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
Things to know
Who it suits
Doctors patients mention
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
| Oct 2023 | 4 |
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| Nov 2023 | 6 |
| Dec 2023 | 11 |
| Jan 2024 | 7 |
| Feb 2024 | 5 |
| Mar 2024 | 2 |
| Apr 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
| Jun 2024 | 7 |
| Jul 2024 | 0 |
| Aug 2024 | 5 |
| Sep 2024 | 2 |
| Oct 2024 | 5 |
| Nov 2024 | 7 |
| Dec 2024 | 4 |
| Jan 2025 | 1 |
| Feb 2025 | 3 |
| Mar 2025 | 4 |
| Apr 2025 | 4 |
| May 2025 | 6 |
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| Jul 2025 | 4 |
| Aug 2025 | 3 |
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| Oct 2025 | 4 |
| Nov 2025 | 3 |
| Dec 2025 | 3 |
| Jan 2026 | 5 |
| Feb 2026 | 3 |
| Mar 2026 | 4 |
| Apr 2026 | 3 |
| May 2026 | 1 |
| Jun 2026 | 3 |
| Jul 2026 | 9 |
| Aug 2026 | 4 |
| Sep 2026 | 5 |
| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
|---|---|---|
| The dentist | 65 | 2 |
| Friendly staff | 47 | 4 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 36 | 1 |
| Clear explanations | 33 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 21 | 5 |
| Office & technology | 22 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 7 | 4 |
| Responsiveness | 8 | 3 |
Recent reviews from Google
I’m incredibly frustrated with my experience here. I had an appointment set up here for at least three months that I moved other obligations around for. The night before my appointment at 4:59 PM I get an automated text saying my appointment has been canceled due to an emergency dental situation. I then tried to call to see if we can reschedule, but the office closed at 5pm 1 minute after I got that text. I left a voicemail asking to be called back to reschedule and it is now two weeks later and I still have not heard back. I called the next day and no one answered the phone. I tried calling the day after that two or three different times and still no one answered. This experience was deeply unprofessional, and I am really disappointed
I have been here 2 times now and received excellent care from Dr. Calantog. He’s very friendly and personable, while still being professional. He has helpful suggestions and tips for taking better care of my teeth. He explains the care plan in a manner in which is easy to follow and understand. He is an exceptional doctor and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have him and the staff take great care of me.
We love Dr. Calantog. Both my wife and I are patients, and now our little guy is too. Can't recommend him enough. He's kind, smart, patient, and great at explaining things. The staff is also very nice and very good, and did I mention the gorgeous view?
My very first dental appointment at this office went amazingly well. I had my X-rays done which were fast and painless. I had a gentle teeth cleaning. Everyone was professional and the office spaces were very clean. I can’t wait for my next appointment.
Good dentist, no nonsense. Got in, got the cleaning done, identified areas for better dental care, got out. Would recommend.
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