Dr. Derek Patao

Dr. Derek Patao is a general dentist in Glendale who takes Denti-Cal.

At a Glance

Denti-Cal: Yes, confirmed in the state program
Care: General dentist
Languages: English
Where: Glendale

Call (818) 843-4322 Office website Map and directions

Insurance and Coverage

Denti-Cal: Confirmed Yes. Confirmed in the state's fee for service provider listing
Medi-Cal plan type: Fee for service. Medi-Cal dental also runs through managed care plans in Sacramento and Los Angeles counties, and the state list we check does not cover those. If you are on a dental plan card rather than plain Medi-Cal, ask the office whether they take your plan.
Other insurance: Not known. This list is built around Medi-Cal dental, so it does not track private plans. Ask the office which ones they take.

What Patients Said

4.9

4.9 out of 5 from 19 reviews.

Map and directions

I am incredibly grateful that I was referred to Dr. Patao’s office. From the moment I walked in, I knew I was in great hands. I originally came in for an emergency appointment, and after experiencing the level of care, professionalism, and kindness from the entire team, I never looked back.
Over the years, I’ve received several treatments here, including Invisalign, which completely transformed my smile and significantly boosted my confidence. I now receive compliments on my smile all the time—something I never experienced before—and I truly owe that to Dr. Patao and his amazing team.
What sets this office apart is not only the exceptional dental care, but also the atmosphere. Everyone is warm, welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about their patients. The energy is always positive, the staff is consistently professional, and the office is impeccably clean and well-maintained.
I cannot recommend this practice highly enough. If you're looking for a dental office that combines outstanding results with exceptional patient care, this is the place to go. Thank you to Dr. Patao and the entire team for always making every visit such a positive experience!
Chris Antaplyan 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-12
Dr. Patao is an exceptional dentist who truly cares about his patients. He is professional, knowledgeable, gentle, and always takes the time to explain everything clearly. His attention to detail and commitment to providing the best care made me feel comfortable and confident throughout my treatment. The entire staff is equally amazing, friendly, welcoming, caring, and professional. From the front desk to the dental assistants, everyone goes above and beyond to make each visit a positive experience. I am very grateful for the outstanding care I received and highly recommend Dr. Patao and his team to anyone looking for excellent dental care.
Ovsanna Bastegian 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-11
It’s so rare to find businesses like this one. It’s impossible to even know where to start listing all of the things I love so dearly about this office. Dr Patao is first and foremost a true professional. He’s an expert at his practice, but also manages a kind and warm staff. My health is prioritized here, I never feel upsold or taken advantage of which is a hard balance to strike these days. I look forward to having my teeth cleaned every six months and that eagerness is a direct by product of how well this business is run. I could not recommend it more (I’ve literally recommended it to everyone I know, a friend who I sent there recently described him as “the most honest dentist in Glendale”). I love this dentist.
Cleo Aguirre 5 out of 5 · 2026-06-11

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Office Details

Address: 932 N Brand Blvd Ste A
Glendale, CA
Phone: (818) 843-4322
Degree: DDS
Type of care: General dentist
Languages: English
Provider number: 1730792797

What to Ask When You Call

Say you have Medi-Cal dental and ask if they are taking new patients. If the answer is yes, ask how soon you can be seen and what to bring. Take your Medi-Cal card and a photo ID.

If English is hard for you, Medi-Cal pays for an interpreter and the office can set one up. Ask for it when you book.

Need someone who speaks your language?

Medi-Cal pays for an interpreter, at no cost to you, in more than 250 languages, and for American Sign Language. You can ask for one yourself or let the dental office arrange it.

Interpreter line: (800) 322-6384
Free. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
TTY line: (800) 735-2922
Outside those hours dial 711 for the California Relay Service.
Online: smilecalifornia.org
The state's own Medi-Cal dental site for members.

Ask This Office for an Appointment

Leave your name and number. If this office takes requests through this site, it goes straight to them and they call you. If not, our team calls the office for you and rings you back with what they said.

Please do not put health details here. The office will ask what you need when they call. Is this your office? Get patient requests sent to you.

Questions People Ask

Does Dr. Derek Patao take Denti-Cal?

Yes. This dentist appears in the state's published list of enrolled Denti-Cal providers. Taking the coverage and having an opening are two different things, so still call ahead.

How do I make an appointment?

Call (818) 843-4322 and say you have Medi-Cal dental. Or use the form on this page. Your request goes to the office if it takes requests here, and to our team if it does not. Nobody else gets it.

What will it cost me?

For most Denti-Cal covered treatment there is no copay. If the office suggests something the program does not cover, ask for the price in writing before you agree.