Davis James W DMD

(2 reviews)

I had Tori cut out which is extra bone and it was interfering with my dentures and I am telling you…read moreI had no pain no bleeding no swelling and all I. an say is Maggie is absolutely the best oral surgeon I have ever been to and so caring and gentle I couldn't believe it. I had that recently taken out prior to her doing it. I was in horrific pain for four months from a doctor in not know what he was doing. I couldn't swallow my tongue was so sore. It hurts so bad all I could was cry and it wasn't done right and has caused a lot of heart ache with my dentures from the other doctor.. he left a lot of extra skin also.. so I had to go and get it done again. This is how I met this beautiful oral surgeon that knew what she was doing. She fixed me right up plus had to trim and trim on that extra skin so it wasn't as bulky.. I highly recommend her...

Dr. Maggie expertly performed a gum / tissue graft quickly and painlessly. She and her team…read morethroughly explained the procedure and aftercare / recovery plan, with demonstrations and written instructions. I was checked thoroughly in my follow-up appointments. The procedure was successful and the whole team was very informative, friendly, and easy to interact with. I would recommend Dr. Maggie and her team to anyone!

Magnolia Pedraza, DMD, MS

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Magnolia Pedraza, DMD, MS

4.7

(10 reviews)

40.2 mi

Very nice staff and Dr. Pedraza is very knowledgeable and helpful in helping me understand the…read moreprocess of treatment.

Absolutely love Dr. Pedraza. I could never be without Nitrous Oxide for dental work before (gag…read morereflex) if it was not for her. She calmed me down. Her staff is great as well. Organized office management. If you need someone in Decatur, give her office a call.

J. David Cross, DDS

1.1 mi

Always prepared, kind and courteous. Professional and knowledgeable staff and Doctor.read more

From the owner: Dr. Cross utilizes the surgical microscope on all periodontal treatments, from gum grafting to the…read moreSMILE technique for dental implants. There are tremendous advantages gained by utilizing the surgical microscope with the principles of microsurgery. The surgical microscope has a magnification range of two to twenty-six times that of the naked eye. This increase in magnification allows for greater precision and hand control. Scientific studies demonstrate surgeons utilizing the surgical microscope coupled with the principles of microsurgery provide the patient with the following benefits: decreased inflammatory response, faster healing time, increased patient comfort and increased esthetic results.

Dr. Cross is one of the few periodontists in America who exclusively use a microscope to maximize precision in all procedures.

LSU Perio Training

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Cedar Point Dental

1.1 mi

Dr. Stevens is amazing. I've been going to Cedar Point Dental for cleanings for years, but recently…read morelearned I'd have to get my first cavity filled. I was having quite a bit of anxiety over getting it done (specifically the novocaine shot), but with Dr. Stevens I didn't even realize I'd gotten the shot until he asked if my mouth felt numb. Took less than half an hour start to finish. A pain-free and pleasant experience.

From the owner: In dentistry, as in many professions, it is easier to follow than to lead. Both Drs. Maggiore and…read moreStevens have worked with some of the best clinicians in the country, throughout their careers, In order to refine and perfect their clinical skills, they have sought out specialists who share their commitment. Together, we can provide solutions to problems that individual dentists may not possess. Call Us Today!

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John D Luker, DDS

Locally owned & operated

When my dentist of over 25 years retired, I went to Dr. Luker based on recommendations from friends…read moreand coworkers. Wow. I was not displeased with my old dentist, but Dr. Luker and his staff are on a totally different level. His intake process was amazingly thorough. Every time I see him or his staff, I'm so impressed with their professionalism, "bedside manner" (is that what you call it with dentists?), skill, and expertise. And as much as I liked my old dentist, I wish now that I had been going to Dr. Luker all these years. I'd give them six stars if I could.

Dr Luker and his staff are incredible. I highly recommend their office to others looking for…read moregeneral dental services or cosmetic dentistry including teeth whitening.

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James J. Greenwald

2.0 mi

Dr. Greenwald is such a gentle and caring person. You see that in his work and treatment of…read morepatients.

Love going to this dentist! I went because it is close to my house and I'm so glad I did! Dr…read moreGreenwald and his staff are so nice and trustworthy. Highly recommend.

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Luker Dental Care

My Daughter was having horrible problems with her jaw. She could not hardly open her mouth far…read moreenough to eat. We saw Dr Luker and he found out that her bite was 4mm out of position. He made a device that she wears at night and now she can open her mouth fully and comfortably eat! Thanks Dr Luker. You and your office are great!

Dr John Luker With A Patient

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Santarelli and Feller Dental Group

1.0

''Dr. Feller did a great job on the prep appointment for my crown. I had to come back a few weeks…read morelater for the permanent crown. The office had confirmed my appointment several days before, but when I got to the appointment, after the receptionist telling me it would be a few minutes, I sat for 45 minutes with no one saying anything to me. Luckily I did not have to go back to work. I finally said something to the receptionist and she checked with him and said it would be another one-half hour. I asked the receptionist why no one had advised me. She didn't know. I rescheduled and when I did get my appointment with Dr. Feller, he acted as though he was doing me a BIG favor by coming on a half hour early one day to 'fit me in', although I had to take off work time two times to get in. He apologized for my waiting so long at that last appointment time, but he had 'no way to let me know he was running behind.' Really? No one in the office could get the message to the front desk for me? I told him I didn't appreciate it, but he was in an argumentative mood and tried to justify it by saying he was fitting someone in that had been in the hospital. OK, fine. Just let me know so I don't waste time sitting in your reception area. He said things like this happen all the time in business, and I told him not on my watch. Even though I told him I did not want to discuss it any longer, he kept on arguing with me. I was appalled at his attitude. Young and big-headed. I've left that office. Too bad, because he does good work, but though he was working for me, he didn't care about my time. Take your chances on his availability for you. Also no one from that office has questioned why I left, but they know I transferred ny records - not important, I guess. Does Dr. Santarelli know about Feller's practice and treatment of patients?

From the owner: Keeping Your Teeth Clean & Healthy With Expert Dental Care…read more Santarelli & Feller Dental Group is your destination for comprehensive dental care for the whole family. Were located at 1140 Rickard Road Springfield, IL 62712 and have a professional and well experienced dental team ready to help you with a wide variety of dental procedures from teeth cleaning and oral exams to dental implants, fillings, emergencies and more. For over 35 years, the Santarelli & Feller Dental Group has served thousands of happy and healthy mouths in the Springfield, IL area. Call 217-787-8788 to schedule an appointment today.

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Capati Dental

4.8

(16 reviews)

2.4 mi

Yelp came through again!!!…read more Things don't always go as planned while in vacation. Last night while in Lexington, Kentucky at 11:30 pm my boyfriend's crown popped out. I yelped "emergency dental" and saw the post from a patient who had an emergency and was also on vacation. So, while on the road heading to Springfield, at 7:40 this morning we called Dr. Capati's after hours number and told him what happened. He said to call his staff at 8:00 and we did; they were able to squeeze in Stephen at 2:50 pm. The staff texted him a link for dental information (ie name, address, issues, etc) and by the time we arrived, everything was taken care of. He was done within 45 minutes and he said the tooth feels great. He's extremely happy and gives high praise to the staff and doctor.

Be careful if you are a new patient! They do not do annual cleaning for the patient, instead they…read moredo first time visit cleaning which your insurance usually will not cover it 100%. I have made the call to do annual cleaning but it ended up be another "advanced" cleaning, named as: first time visit cleaning. This cleaning might be needed if you have not do your dental appt for more than 5-10 years, but for most ppl with insurance covered, we do cleaning annually, this advanced check make no sense, especially the dental trying to play the game to not mentioning specifically that they are doing a cleaning that will not be covered by insurance completely. So remember to ask clearly before they give you anything to sign!

Entrance, open 8:00-4:00 Monday- Thursday

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Ruggless Dental: Shane Ruggless, DMD

4.8

Fantastic. Root canal within a couple of days. Caring team. Understands how it feels to be in pain.read more

Quick, yet still thorough- something not many orthodontists master well!…read more Not only is Dr. Ruggless great, skill wise, but he is also personable- alongside his awesome staff. I have had only a few very bad dental experiences in my life, but those few experiences can still instill fear into me, even now as an adult! It's a breath of fresh air to be able to come into the office, and actually feel relaxed and comfortable here at Ruggless Dental, despite my past "scares". The staff, literally all of them, are so sweet and amazing- and extremely quick to comfort if you feel uneasy! Not once are you ever confused about finances or billing here, either. The staff are great at expressing those throughout the care options given, which takes away about 50% of the stress, I would say! LONG REVIEW SHORT: I would, and do, 100% recommend Ruggless Dental! The entire atmosphere, alone, is welcoming and comforting- it really is the best dental experience of my life- and I am *terrified* of the dentist

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James H. McDermott, DDS, Family Dentistry

4.6

2.5 mi

This office is outstanding! I had a bad toothache a few weeks before I was traveling through…read moreSpringfield and my insurance recommended this office. Easy to get an appointment and filled in all my paperwork online. The day of my appointment I was seen on time (when does that ever happen). Turned out I was grinding my teeth so they offered to order me grinding guards and, since I dont live around here, send them to me! What customer service! If I lived here I would definatley be a long term patient!

I've started seeing Dr James McDermott's dad when I was just a girl. When Dr Tom retired and Dr Jim…read moretook over, I received the same great care. Recently I had a bad tooth over a holiday weekend. Dr Jim went above and beyond to get me in to see an root canal guy. He even met me in his office on a Saturday! I highly recommend Dr Jim and his entire staff.

Sarah A Jacobs, DDS

4.2

(6 reviews)

0.7 mi

I really like Sarah Jacobs. She's got such a down to Earth bedside manner. Her staff is kind and…read morefriendly too.

Dr. Jacobs and her staff are thorough, skilled, and kind. Excellent teeth cleaning. They collected…read moreall my records from previous dentists before I arrived, and they had already called my insurance company and figured out payment for every charge. Dr. Jacobs is particularly excellent with children. I was told by several people that she is the the best dentist in Springfield to see young pediatric patients. She deftly examined my 2-year-old and applied a fluoride treatment in the waiting room when he was too afraid to go into the examination room.

Raj Dhamrait, DDS

3.8

2.3 mi

Dr. Raj was awesome and friendly. He was so honest about what I needed done. And he cost me a third…read moreof what Renken quoted me because they tacked on ten grand worth of stuff that was not necessary. So happy I came here instead.

I got braces recently and I've been having problems with them I live an hour and a half away and my…read morewire is poking the crap out of me I called and they said they can't get me in and my appt is almost a month away! I feel like if you have an emergency with braces you should be able to get in :( I feel like my teeth are going to move back to its original place since my wire is broke ..

Raj Dhamrait and his family.

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