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Dr. Paul Grin, DDS

Dr. Paul Grin, DDS

Pain Medicine
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Grin, DDS is a pain medicine specialist in Torrance, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Faculty of Medicine, Bucharest University in 1981. He is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

3475 Torrance Blvd Torrance, CA 90503

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Dr. Grin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grin

4.2
32 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Horrible bedside manner, rude office staff
Dr. Paul Grin is very brusque and does not consider the patient’s thoughts or opinions. The front office staff is rude and short-tempered. They do not take most insurance, meaning you have to pay thousands out of pocket to be bullied and belittled by Dr. Paul Grin and his office ladies.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dec 28, 2024
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Would not sumit insurance claim
Ive never had a provider's office refuse to submit an insurance claim, saying it would not be paid . In doing this provider charges the patient a higher rate. See other reviews on other sites.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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May 01, 2024
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Avoid. Awful office staff, dismissive doctor, everything feels like a money grab. See a real specialist with a nice office and helpful staff at Cedars (Dr. Foug Galen). Avoid this money pit/Carmen.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Valerie Ruschke – Apr 03, 2024
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The world's top physician
The world's top physician, in my opinion, is Dr. Paul Grin. He genuinely cares about you and offers guidance on the best sleep apnea, snoring, migraine headache, and TMJ therapies. I will see him indefinitely because I am so pleased with my outcomes. Dr. Grin is the obvious choice if you're looking for an honest, considerate, and humble man to handle your healthcare needs.The entire practice is exceptional, and Dr. Grin's office staff shares his objectives. Both individually and collectively, Ruth, Carmen, Elena, and Blanca are friendly and skilled. They make you feel glad that you came in. Because of Dr. Paul Grin's high standards for competence and compassion, it is clear that the personnel were carefully chosen. It's a great location in every way.I'm appreciative of Dr. Grin and his team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Chubuk S. – Oct 15, 2023
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He is a kind and wonderful doctor
Dr. Grin has helped me with a problem that has been going on for years. I have been to many doctors, multiple scans and no one could figure out anything to help me. He really listenes and did research as well as bringing in 2 other radiologists to review my case. He is very compassionate and has figured out a treatment for me. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Hw – Sep 01, 2023
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sleep apnea treatment
staff is very professional, very thorough and the process was seamless. My device is definitely solving my sleep apnea problem. Highly recommend this office
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Oct 18, 2022
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8/24/2019 I appreciate Dr. Paul Grin's smooth adept manner of making molds for my retainers. I was grateful, but not surprised, since Dr. Grin's manner of treating my TMJ for months now has been nothing less than perfect. First he inserted the empty plate in my mouth to both measure for the correct size, and, as he explained, to give the patient the advance experience of what it felt like to have a plate in the mouth. Then he meticulously mixed the precise portion of ingredients of the "quick-set" paste --selected for its reduced strain on my existing "Maryland bridge." So, in went the upper plate with paste: no fuss, no gagging, no surprises. Thank you, Dr. Grin, for being the world's best TMJ specialist. Thank you, Ruth, for your smart, compassionate assistance. Thank you, Carmen, for your pleasant, efficient scheduling. Thank you, Blanca, for your warm, organized front reception. If you don't have TMJ, get some. It would be worth it just to meet these good people.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
12 others found this helpful
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Marie (Mary) Roderick – Oct 08, 2019
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I am sorry to say that my visit with this doctor has been unsatisfactory. He is a crook. I was told by his staff that they will get all necessary preauthorization for any x-ray and any procedure for my son jaw clinching disorder. Dr. Grin absolutely did nothing to resolve my son pain and suffering. They rip me out of $400 and they didn’t provide the necessary steps to Anthem Blue Cross to justify what they have done and basically, I am out of $400.00 and my son is still in pain. I have contacte
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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woodland hills, CA – Feb 22, 2019
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Dr. Paul Grin is a most understanding physician, kind and compassionate. However, his office staff is highly unprofessional, rude and uncooperative. When I asked for copies of previous bills, I was told they had no time to do this and dismissively said they would have to mail them to me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
11 others found this helpful
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Torrance, CA – Dec 28, 2018
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I have suffered from TMJ for several years, which it has been very debilitating and painful. After years of looking for treatments, I tried them all (dentists, chiropractors, neurologists, ENT, mouth appliances, etc). I found Dr. Paul Grin and his approach is effective. After 3 weeks I am pain FREE. He is caring and knowledgeable. I do not have enough nice words to say about Dr. Grin and his staff. His treatment has been lifesaving! If you suffer from TMJ or Sleep apnea call Dr. Grin ASAP!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Ortov in RPV, CA – Nov 10, 2018
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Dr. Grin and his staff are just the best. My 93 year old mother had a terrible fall and her jaw was not aligning properly (plus broken wrist etc). Some "expert" family friends, oral surgeons in northern california were deeply concerned and kept using the surgery word. I luckily found Dr. Grin and booked an appointment. Bottomline, NO SURGERY and through exercises and oral appliances, he had her 100% back to normal in a few months. What a godsend. Thank you Dr. Grin and Carmen R.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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G. Yama in Torrance, CA – Jul 30, 2018
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I might get teary-eyed writing this. Dr. Grin is the best doctor I've ever come across! He is a kind, gentle, patient and caring man who really takes his time to analyze your situation and come up with solution. He is top notch. He uses the best and latest technology and methods.The pain I was experiencing was unbelievable and within two months I'm 90% better. He saved my life because if the pain continued I wouldn't be able to function to say the least. Don't mess around with any other doc
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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Jennifer B in Los Angeles,ca – Apr 08, 2016
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Being a dental student and a patient of Dr. Grin's has given me the opportunity to see both sides of the fence. In terms of medical theory and teaching abilities, he is unparalleled. I am always in awe of his wealth of knowledge and how freely he chooses to give it away, the way medicine was meant to be. His meticulous examinations and chair side manner are that of a different era. Dr. Grin made a night guard to manage my TMJ and I am pain free.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Riddle Jay in Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA – Dec 25, 2015
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Dr. Grin's warmth and care for me is something unique. After my first appointment, I was so impressed that I shared my positive experience with my family and friends. WOW! If you suffer from TMJ or Sleep Apnea like I did, Dr. Grin is the right clinician for you. Each procedure in his office is done using the most modern equipment. If I could give Dr. Grin and his staff more than 5 stars, I would. Absolutely the BEST!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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chubuk7 in Canoga Park, CA – Dec 11, 2015
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I have suffered from Burning Mouth Syndrome for over four years and received no help until I found Dr. Grin. He is truly a miracle worker. In less than two months he has reduced my agonizing pain to a barely perceptible level, and often no pain at all. He has given me my life back. Dr Grin is extremely compassionate, caring, thorough and amazingly expert with pain management. His office staff is wonderful also. If you suffer from BMS, Dr. Grin can return you to a happy, pain-free life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Cynthia O. in Pacific Palisades, CA – Nov 25, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Our Goal with the main objective is to improve patients quality of life by delivering patients care one patient at a time. Our Mission is to make our patients life more fulfilling by improving the quality of their health. Our Vision is to provide...read more

biography

GRADUATE TRAINING

California Board Examination California Dental License (1985)

UCLA Endodontics Continuum (1987)

Residency Aesthetic Dentistry Mini-Residency

UCLA (1994-1995)Pediatric...
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  • Pain Medicine

  • Headache Management

  • Orofacial Pain Dentistry

  • Ucla Center For The Health Sciences

    Internship Hospital
  • Ucla School Of Public Health

    2013
  • U.c.l.a.

    Internship Hospital, 2011
  • Res 4-ucla

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011
  • Faculty Of Medicine, Bucharest University

    Medical School, 1981
  • Harvard Medical School

    Undergraduate School, 1972
  • Harvard University

    Undergraduate School, 1972
  • English

  • German

  • Hebrew

  • Romanian

  • Russian

  • Spanish

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Practice

Office3475 Torrance Blvd Torrance, CA 90503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz
    Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

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