I posted my review originally on Google, but I recognize people like to cross check multiple…read morereviews and sites, so I wanted to make sure my review was seen here as well for those who use Yelp. Fair warning this review is long, but thorough. I don't think I could heap any higher praise on the staff that I've worked with in the last two days at the Foleck. I called in with a medical emergency situation. Basically, my situation was that I needed to get my teeth fixed as quickly as possible, so I could medically clear, and then start a Covid shelter in place on Sunday so I could go back to the ship. Not a lot of time. I had developed tooth pain while I was working on a ship offshore and Chesapeake Bay. It was to the point where Ibuprofen wasn't working, preventing me from sleeping and, I had to get off the ship. Once I got to shore and to my vehicle, I called them and they brought me right in. This first appointment was with the Hygienist Katelyn and Dr. Hamlin. Katelyn was really polite and understanding of the situation. Very easy to work with and patient. I chose Hamlin because I had seen a video she had done, talking about when you come to Foleck, it's a judgement free zone. I haven't been the best with my teeth, so I found that very comforting. When Dr. Hamlin came in, she was very nice and I could tell she knew her craft. I felt at ease. During the exam they could see that I was going to need a Root Canal. So I left and went to the Endodontist, and out of sheer luck, and the Dr. Becker understanding the emergency of the situation, decided to do my root canal that day, instead the following day. This is on a Tuesday. Come Wednesday morning, I called Foleck and Becky was able to move some things around to get me in for a temporary crown and fillings, again super short notice, but Becky moved the heavens to get me in. So I started with my appointment, this time with Hygienist Nicole. Nicole was also really nice and a joy to converse with. I certainly felt at ease with her. She got me prepped for the crown surgery. Very important note, they use a extra strength topical that numbs you up pretty good. When Hamlin did the numbing shots, I barely felt any sharp pains. So lets roll in to that, Hamlin starts doing the numbing shots and my nerves get the best of me, I reached out my left to hand, looking for a hand to hold. Nicole immediately recognized the gesture and allowed to hold her hand. Mind you this is the second time in today days that I'm the shit poked out of my cheeks. I don't think Nicole realizes how much I needed that and how much it calmed me down. I'm super grateful to her for it. The crown procedure went smooth for the most part, there a couple times Hamlin to do some more numbing, I guess I'm one of the lucky few that am resistant to numbing. You really get to see how skilled Dr. Hamlin is with her craft. She was super patient, anytime I needed to ask a question, she would pull the rubber piece holding my mouth open so I could ask it clearly. Speaking of which, Nicole was really good at understanding what I was trying to say with stuff in my mouth. So in closing, I have a hard time trusting a dentist, probably the trauma of bad visits as a kid. But with Katelyn, Nicole, and Dr. Hamlin, I felt safe and in capable hands. The Foleck Center, Becky, and Dr. Hamlin came through for me in my moment of need. They got me taken care on extremely short notice and time. Plus I'm from out of state and a new patient. I was so thankful I asked Hamlin if I could give her and Nicole a hug! So I most definitely recommend this place, and will definitely will see Hamlin again!!!

Would rate zero if possible. I had to do x rays again with new dentist because x rays at Foleck…read morewere not up to professional standards. Horrible quality at Foleck. They treat you like a number. They don't care. Look elsewhere!

I am TERRIFIED of the dentist (but who isn't?). Went here on the recommendation of my husband who…read morehad a great experience. Check in from my car was painless (I had already filled out the new client paperwork from their website to make it easier), the staff took all the proper precautions, and the office was clean. The dental hygienist got things done in a timely fashion, and the dentist finished the rest. In and out in a timely fashion, and with very minimal pain. All in all, I will be back. More likely to keep up with my dental hygiene now that I've found a place that puts me at ease and i feel like I can trust.

These people promised not to do anything my insurance wouldn't cover. I made a big production of…read morenot wanting ANYTHING done that my insurance doesn't cover and they ASSURED me (multiple people!) it would be taken care of. They put it in writing, showing what they were going to do, how much it would cost, how much insurance would cover and that my co-pay was ZERO. It had my insurance plan at the top. So when they said it was covered, I believed them. IT WAS EVEN SIGNED! Then I got a bill for over $2,000. "Oh, we don't accept Medicaid, just your Medicare." "Yes, your insurance DOES pay for what we did, but we don't accept it, sorry about that!" They said they ran it. They said Aetna said it was a covered service. I disputed the bill with Aetna- yup, I'm on the hook for it, even though Aetna sent me a letter of denial and assured me I would not be billed. Do not trust these people!! I asked PLENTY of questions and was met with assurances all around. I'm on disability and now I have to pay them over $2,000 when I could have just gone somewhere else that really did accept my insurance. This should be illegal.

I have never been a fan of the dentist as I have never really had a great experience... Until now!…read moreI absolutely love the entire staff at Konikoff Dentistry Cedar Rd. Office. My family and I see Dr. Engle. He is just such a genuine, down to earth guy! He put me at ease at my first visit when I had to have a tooth pulled a little over a year ago. My anxiety was out of control and he took the time to help me calm down and get myself under control without making me feel stupid or embarrassed. The whole staff did. I can't thank them enough for what they did for me. Two of my daughters just recently went for their cleaning and again just a great experience. The hygienists are just as kind and friendly as Dr. Engle. I feel terrible I can't remember her name.. but she was going on vacation to Antigua with her husband this month! So as you can see we had a lovely conversation! So, I give 5 stars to Konikoff dental for helping me return to the dentist and giving all of us top notch dental care with a smile!! . My children actually look forward to going for their cleanings!!

The office is currently booking 11 months out which I find unacceptable. There is also a very long…read morewait list for cancellations. The dental equipment machines look rusty and paint chipping off. They are so tightly booked solid my hygienist said she needed to use the restroom but didn't have time to. The doctor did not feel my neck and jaw to detect cancer. The hygienist did not have the standard extra person to call out the 3,2,2,1 gum health numbers to which slows down the appointment.

Joshua O. Miranda, DMD is an amazing dentist. He will always go slow and even apologizes repeatedly…read moreif he thinks the patient is in pain. He did so for me even though the tooth he worked on had a root canal and could not feel pain any more. I had to get a crown worked on right before surgery and he got me in and worked out a fix in order to avoid any dental issues being a problem. He tries to keep costs down and is so nonchalant about it. I trust him with my and my daughter's teeth and would recommend him to any and everyone. He is a genuinely caring person and will listen to your needs! I'm grateful for him.

I have been going to them for over 23 years. They are now too large to accommodate the clients…read morethey have. I needed emergency work and called their after hours line. Called the office when they opened . On hold long enough to drive over and be IN the parking lot when they FINALLY picked up. They told me to have a seat and they would get to me. Went in and waited until 9:27. Told them I was leaving. They called me in the parking lot and said my appointment was for 9:30 and they would never give me another emergency appointment! They NEVER told me they worked me in!!!! I wish Dr. David Konikff had never retired.

I came here on rather short notice, as a filling of mine fell out and I needed to have it replaced…read morebefore Thanksgiving. I am not native to the Norfolk area, but I couldn't travel back to Northern Virginia for some dental work, so I needed to go somewhere local. I made an appointment on the morning of November 17th and was able to get an appointment on the morning of November the 18th! As for my service, Dr. Malik was incredibly friendly and conversational, and she did some quick and accurate magic on my tooth. I didn't experience any pain or discomfort during the appointment, and I was in at 9 AM and out by 9:45. Great work! I really wish I could come back regularly for more dental work here!

I called multiple dental offices while dealing with a cracked wisdom tooth and severe pain, trying…read moreto find anyone who could help quickly. Konikoff Family Dentistry assured me they could help and got me in the next day. I was relieved. What followed felt less like patient care and more like a bait-and-switch. After X-rays, I was told they couldn't actually treat the problem and that I would need to see their specialist -- with an appointment scheduled a MONTH later. A month. For a cracked wisdom tooth causing significant pain. But somehow, despite being unable to address the urgent issue I came in for, there was still time to discuss teeth whitening treatments and tell me I supposedly had multiple cavities that would require extensive work. I left, found another dentist the very next day, had the wisdom tooth removed immediately, and was told there were no cavities or other issues. I understand referrals happen. Specialists exist for a reason. What I do not understand is bringing in a patient in acute pain, failing to meaningfully help them, then pivoting to cosmetic upsells and questionable diagnoses while they're sitting there suffering. If your office cannot provide emergency treatment, be honest about that upfront. Don't tell people in pain you can help, only to turn the visit into a sales opportunity. I would strongly encourage anyone seeking urgent dental care to get a second opinion.

This place is absolutely great! From the minute I walk in…read moreand talk to Tricia at the front desk. **Tricia is kind, very knowledgeable, takes her time with me and answers all the questions I have. She goes over my insurance, payments, and consent forms. She has a bright smile on her face and doesn't get annoyed with me and all my questions. **Dr. Delva is AMAZING!! This woman is the best dentist I ever had, and truly makes me feel secure and reassures me when I need it. She has a calm voice and does TERRIFIC work on my teeth. She understands me, my concerns, my anxieties and always tries to calm me. She can administer moderate iv sedation and she does it well. I had an extraction, a bone graft, 2 dental implants, and a crown under sedation and I was so relaxed, calm, sleepy, and in bliss. I was aware the entire procedure but didn't even care what she was doing. She is a blessing to me and I'm so thankful for her! **Tanisha the dental assistant is SO SWEET. She is so THOUGHTFUL, CARING, & COMPASSIONATE to my dental fears and understands me. She never makes me feel dumb for asking questions or telling her my fears. I can't say enough good things about her. **Caitlin, another dental assistant, is very knowledgeable, kind, and reassured me about the procedure I was going through. She monitored my vitals every few minutes while I was under sedation and took good care of me afterwards. Thank you all for making my experience a gentle and good one!

Outstanding and compassionate care! From your first phone call and check in with the front desk, to…read moreyour cleaning, to your check up, it is an amazing experience. If you experience anxiety around going to the dentist, this will be a good fit for you. The work itself is so gentle. I had this preconceived notion that going to the dentist had to hurt, but it really doesn't. These people will make your day and I appreciate them so much!

They've been taking care of our smiles almost 2 decades now! :)…read more Want a better, MORE beautiful smile? ~ I highly recommend Dr. Schrumpf Are you military? ~ Dr. Herman is a trained Army dentist ~ he explains every step & will make you feel comfortable all the way. HYGIENISTS are absolutely professional, caring & brilliant. -- Miss Valerie ~ is gentle during the procedure & explains it well as to why the need & how to take care of our smiles. -- Miss Mary ~ is more direct to the point & perfect for the A-types, lol. She's an ODU graduate, so if you're an ODU student from NoVA, or any other state for that matter, you'll feel right at home with her. ~ I suggest alternating hygiene appointments between them first so you can decide IF you want to stick with one hygienist. :) After experiencing OTHER dentists in the area who are just up for costly dental work that you DON'T really need, & even being very rough on the poor little ones in the dental chair... I am GRATEFUL & feel blessed/lucky to have found Dr. Herman & Dr. Schrumpf. They are outstanding dentists! Incredibly attentive, explain the procedures thoroughly, & coordinate with patients regarding dental plan/insurance or affordability. ALWAYS have my best interests at the top of their mind. IF ONLY all dentists were like them. I trust them 100%! The proof ~ Look at my SMILE? ...I am sincere. :) * PS: If one has not been to the dentist a few years or so, just let them know in advance 'cause it might take longer than a regular hygiene appt. [but it CAN get done in one appt. per our experience] ~~ So I don't have to wait further in case I'm next up, right? ;)

They're portal states they are taking new patients, but I called and they basically told me to go…read moreelsewhere. I really wanted to get in with a holistic dentist and the fact that I was basically told we cant help you was extremely frustrating. I couldn't even get in the door for them to look at my teeth. I wasn't even trying to get in immediately. Whoever is answering the phones is certainly NOT trying to get new patients. What a disappointment.

Dr. Pelaez is hands down the best dentist I have ever been to! He takes his time explaining your…read morex-rays, is incredibly personable, and has a thorough approach to the work he does. I have been going to him for years and am always impressed by his knowledge and skill. Would highly recommend Dr. Pelaez to anyone seeking a wonderful dental experience.

If I could give a zero I Would. I had an Appointment today…read moreMay 18 at 1. Called this morning to tell me that they don't take my insurance which on the website it says they Do. The Girl who called me Christina was INCREDIBLY RUDE and professional. I called back to Cancel my appointment and she told me if I miss two more appointments that I Cant return to the dental office but reminder it wasn't my fault I wasn't going to be there for my appointment. I was going to reschedule when I get a new dental insurance but I will not be returning. She continued to tell me how she sent information to my phone but I never received it. and she continued to repeat her self with the worst attitude. I filled out a new client paperwork but I have been there before. I will not be Returning and will also not recommend this dental office to family and friends. they need to have people at the front desk that actually wanna help and care for their clients. Very unprofessional