Look for Dr. Paul Dobrin, at Dental Arts Davis Square he is the most knowledgeable and honest dentist I ever met.

for almost ten years despite this i had a last minute issue which left my insurance pending (even though i was still paying for it and insured which I provided them with that information) they refused to serve me or inform me that my insurance had any issues despite me providing them with my insurance information ahead of time. Unfortunately the front desk personal Adriana loudly (and across the room with multiple patients there) stated I was uninsured and she was refusing to provide my services. I had to ask her to come over to me because I didn't feel comfortable with her shouting this across the room. I also carefully read the financial form which they had me sign and it stated they would bill for services and payment was required within 30 days. They refused to honor this despite having me sign this upon entry. When I pointed this policy out to Adriana she changed the wording to "insurance will be billed" and insisted I pay out of pocket in full right then. This experience was such a let down. Unfortunately they have changed and are no longer a helpful or polite or reliable dental provider. I would not advise that people go here. read more

Dr. Choi is quite possibly the most unpleasant and horrendous medical provider I have ever had the displeasure of receiving care from. It is very clear she hates her job as she rushes through exams and procedures. She recently performed a filling on me and she was the least gentle dentist I have ever encountered. She did not take the time to inform me of each step of the process like Dr. Dobrin had done with me in the past. She became annoyed rather than concerned when I asked her to pause due to discomfort and pain. She put so much pressure on my jaw that at points of the procedure, it was difficult to breathe. While I will miss my hygienist, Katie who is truly wonderful and is thorough with my cleanings I will be switching practices due to Dr. Choi. read more

I've been going to Dental Arts for over 10 years and still drive from the South Shore for the courteous and accommodating staff, excellent care and personal connection. I will continue to be a patient for many years to come. read more

Part-II - Continuation update with Audrey dental maintenance appt. I am so impressed even beyond the first time I visited for dental maintenance with Audrey...In addition to her amazing dental skills, upbeat persona, making you feel very comfortable and explaining everything through the process.... Now with nice music and the latest innovation is the lighting configuration, a beautiful violet-to-purple starry fusion of what appears like an astronomical configuration flowing on the ceiling replacing the typical super bright florescent lighting in medical offices, is truly another of her amazing innovations in dental treatment comfortability during dental maintenance procedures!! Keep on inventing! Thank you! Peter G. read more

Scheduling an appointment here was so easy and the staff (especially Audrey) is very kind. So happy to have a high quality dental practice in the neighborhood! read more

I cannot speak highly enough of this office! I'm a new patient, but I've already had a few procedures and a cleaning, and I am beyond impressed with everyone I've come across. Dental Arts has managed to make dental visits as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. My hygienist Audrey is incredibly kind and talented, she gave me one of the most gentle, yet effective cleanings I've ever received. Marina has also assisted and was similarly fantastic. Dr. Izedian is shockingly talented and efficient. I typically require a lot of extra novocaine, I said as much to him and on 2 occasions he was able to numb me up on the first go, (the only dentist I've had to do so!). Further, my procedures seemed to fly by, which is extra important for someone as nervous about dental work as I am! I also want to commend the admin staff for their kindness and efficiency. They were able to fit me in for an urgent procedure with very little notice. I called about some discomfort this week and immediately had a plan of action and time blocked for a potential additional procedure, so I have peace of mind knowing I'll be taken care of very soon. And beyond that, every single person I've talked to has been incredibly kind and helpful. I've noticed the employees all seem happy and smiling when walking about the office, not just in interactions with patients. Given my level of dental trepidation, Dental Arts is a gdsend, and it is wonderful to feel that after years of pandemic-related dental neglect I'm finally able to get all this work taken care of without the typical stress and worry I associate with going to the dentist. I could not be more grateful and would highly recommend to anyone feeling extreme anxiety about dental appointments. read more

Dr. Choi is really quite unpleasant. I have generally good oral health but had a few cavities after having a baby and she made me feel terrible and accused me of eating a lot of sugar (which I do not). I couldn't imagine what it would be like to see her if I were someone who hadn't been to the dentist in a while and was trying to get back to it. After this last experience I'm going to move to another practice. read more

I have been going to Dental Arts for two years now and Audrey makes it a positive experience each time. I look forward to going to my biannual cleaning because she makes it easy, quick, and comfortable. Audrey is so kind and checks in regularly throughout the cleaning. She also plays great music and puts starlights on the ceiling. She also books your next appointment right from the chair which is super convenient. Audrey also offers brightening services that you can book during your regular cleaning which is a great bonus if that is something you are interested in, too! Overall great experience and would highly recommend Audrey if you are looking for a new hygenist! read more

Got tired of the dental hygienist constantly cancelling on me about a week prior to my appointment so I took my business elsewhere. I found a much better office for dental work. Their business practices are also shady. I always thought this place was shady when the new owners took over and for reference, I went here as a kid when it was owned by Dr. Denis and Dr. Powers. I asked several times for a full invoice of what was billed to my insurance company and they never provided it. I have received a bill for a cleaning completed in November, 2021, over a year ago, for a cost that supposedly wasn't covered by my insurance. I will be visiting them tomorrow, in-person, to ask for a full invoice of what was done, what was covered and what wasn't covered and why in this single instance do I have a balance. Buyer beware of their business practices. read more

Great location, easy to schedule, very communicative, and appts are always great (Audrey is THE BEST). I love that I can also get teeth whitening services at a cleaning instead of making a separate appointment or going to another provider. So easy and effective - results are amazing! read more

This is a perfect dental choice for both kids and young adults. The dentists working really care about your well being while cleaning your teeth. I recently had a permanent retainer fallen loose and they fixed it with such ease!!! My dentist has music playing and fun lights of the galaxy on her ceiling while she cleans my teeth. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. read more

Run away, this practice is very shady. I haven't had a cavity or dental issues in like 20 years. I started seeing them and suddenly I need a "deep cleaning", which was very surprising. I eventually decided to trust them and went through with it, despite it seeming like a money grab. The way they approached this and communicated made me a little uneasy and so I decided to switch to another local Somerville dental practice. What do you know? My teeth and gums are fine and no special "periodontal cleanings" are needed. 1.5 years after my last cleaning from them I receive a bill in the mail saying I have an overdue balance that will be sent to collections. They blamed a billing error on their part for sending me my very first bill 1.5 years later. I was also very confused as cleanings are covered 100% by my insurance. Apparently since I did a deep clean with them I will forever need a special cleaning which is of course more expensive and not fully covered by insurance. None of this was explained earlier on. I'm glad I switched practices, they seem to be doing some shady things and also have some very questionable billing practices. Other than this, the office itself was clean, they sent text message reminders which was convenient, and my hygienist was always pretty good. I don't think I ever saw a dentist for more than 1 minute in any visit to judge them. read more

I've been going to Dental Arts Davis Square over the past few years and continue to have great experiences! I mostly see Audrey for cleanings but have seen Katie as well, and now I got to meet the new Dr. Baker who was warm and welcoming. Everyone there is friendly and completely makes the nerves of going to the dentist disappear. read more

I'm not sure where to begin with this place. Yikes is the first word that comes to mind. I had an appointment for 2 PM confirmed via phone call after I originally changed my appointment. When I arrived I was told my appointment was at one. I was then left to stand for twenty minutes with no communication from the man and women at the front desk. A man who was clearly from another country with a language barrier came in to ask If his insurance was accepted and if not that insurances they took. The women was extremely rude and then made fun of him to her coworker when he left. Zero compassion or kindness. While I was standing there the female receptionist let in people who didn't have appointments to use the bathroom. They came in loud and screaming, clearly on drugs. One of the ladies proceeded to take her mask off to badger a patient about watching her baby while she went to the bathroom.. all while BOTH receptionists did nothing.. STILL shocked I waited patiently. Finally someone came to me and said I couldn't be seen. After I had taken work off. This place is a disaster. I think I dodged a bullet. read more

I have been coming to Dr Dobrin for over 15 years now. Not to mention quite a few of my friends go to him also. When I 1st started to come to Dental arts I was in need badly, I neglected my teeth for years I was on the verge of looking like a hick :). Now I have movie star looking teeth, I have never been happier. Good teeth can really change you! The office is very clean and has just been remodeled, the staff is so pleasant . I really do enjoy going in. Thanks Dr Dobrin and Dental Arts staff read more

Dental Arts Davis Square - Nice teeth - Endodontists Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

This place is full of money hungry liars. They tell you one thing to your face, and then charge your insurance behind your back, even to fix the mistakes that they made. The fillings I've had here have been super problematic,, despite being adjusted, and I will never give them another dime. read more

I can't express how great the team here is, top to bottom. I'm in the middle of Invisalign treatments, so between that and regular cleanings, I'm stopping by pretty regularly, and everyone is fantastic. As someone who has traditionally dreaded/been afraid of dental appointments, I'm now so happy to have found my dental dream team. read more

Hygienists are all so nice yet different. They are kind and considerate: "Did I just poke you?" Even though they hadn't. "Sorry for the wait." When it was like 3 minutes. "Do you wanna hear some different music?" When I was digging the tunes. Needless to say, the cleanings are thorough but efficient. Dr. Dobrin was upfront about procedures and pricing, which was very fair anyways. The two cavities I've had are both doing fine. The front office staff are charming, and the place is quite clean. I had not been to this office for a few years after I moved, but I abandoned my local dentist and came back to Dental Arts. read more

What you forgot to mention Dr. Paul D is that you wanted to charge me $6K for the implant! So how is the crown free? Please, if you are going to tell your side, keep it honest. read more

I was extremely happy with Invisalign at Dental Arts, I believe with Dr Dobrin. In the course of only a few months, my teeth were suddenly aligned in a way that was comfortable, particularly for eating and speaking. Previously I had had an orthodontist elsewhere that had been trying for a couple of years but hadn't really made progress. Additionally, my orthodontist had damaged my teeth when removing my brackets, and the dentist I saw here (Dr Dobrin, I believe) suggested Sensodyne (plus a stronger, prescription version) to help repair the damage. I've also started coming here for regular dental cleanings (I believe I saw Audrey) and I have no complaints about it. Thanks everybody! read more

*Updated 4/28/17* I still stand by the care and quality of dental work that the dentists provide. I had a filling crack and break a week after it was filled, but Dr. Dobrin was able to fill it for me the next morning. He was extremely gentle and thorough the whole time. I knocked off a star though, because I was under quoted by a little more than half a grand. They did give me a 50% courtesy wave, which is great customer service. However, the drastic difference in what was actually covered and what was quoted to me probably shouldn't have happened. *Previous review* Dr. Choi = awesome. She's very perceptive to exactly what her patient needs. She'll ask multiple times if the numbing injection is working and if I feel any pain during the drilling portion. She works fast and she'll provide an estimated time for how long I should expect to be there. I also still have my wisdom teeth in and she referred me to an oral surgeon to make sure I get the teeth taken care of. Dr. Choi is patient, kind and listens to my needs. At the beginning of the appointment, she asks how I'm doing, if I feel any pain, how the fillings from last time feel, etc. She is awesome! I hate going to the dentist, but she makes me not dread going. Her care is very comprehensive and I feel very well taken care of under her! 10/10 would recommend read more

Really nice staff that is super accommodating when they provide thoughtful care.

Dr Dobrin has been my dentist about 15 years now. Recently, I had a partial plate made. Dr Dobrin explained that it would probably need adjusting & to call for a quick appointment if needed. After a few days, I went back & Dr Dobrin patiently adjusted my plate, had me try it, then adjusted again until I was satisfied. He has always been empathetic, friendly, & caring. He takes the time to explain all options & answer all questions. His staff is friendly too, especially Jackie, Leo, & Connie! I highly recommend this practice. read more

Wish I had read Jes S.'s review before going here. ****BEWARE!!!**** So I was going to the same dentist a few towns over for 3 years, every 6 months. Very regular. Never any cavities, never any complaints... just the occasional reminder to floss more. Fast forward to last month when I went to Dental Arts in Davis. I switched jobs 8 months ago so got a new insurance which meant I needed to find a new dentist. Looked online and saw really great reviews, and made an appointment a couple months ago. Went in and they accidentally switched the dentist I had requested - no huge deal I suppose, but I had to wait an extra 2 months specifically because I requested him so not great. This place seemed legit, and had some really high tech equipment. The hygienist even went through and 'explained' all of my x-rays to me and took additional photos in my mouth to show me what she was seeing. Buuuut, they decided I had TEN cavities and needed fillings right away for all of them plus two deep cleanings. I've never had a cavity as an adult - only when I was a kid with baby teeth still popping out. This seemed insane to have happened over the course of 7 months, and would have meant my other dentist (who also has great reviews and is a great guy) just completely missed it all? I had regular X-rays there though too so it seemed odd (twice in 3 years) that there was never any mention of all of this stuff. Oh, and the kicker. All of the dental work would have to happen immediately through September or onwards, and it would have cost me about $960 out of pocket... after insurance picked up the larger portion of the bill. I have really great insurance coverage btw - 100%, so the fact I still had almost $1k out of pocket after that was insane. So having family friends in the dental field and both my parents having great relationships with their dentists, I got a handful of second opinions... including another dentist in Somerville who even took a new set of X-rays on top of the X-rays that were sent over from Dental Arts. Long story short, I have ONE minor cavity that just needs to be watched, and no immediate rush to take any action whatsoever. Clearly this practice just wants to drill into your teeth, make as much money as they can to pay for their fancy new office, and doesn't take the time to really evaluate your dental health. It really feels awful to be taken advantage of by medical professionals who you are supposed to trust to have your best interests in mind. Unnecessary drilling and $1k revenue from patient (not including the $3k from my insurance) seems to be the most important thing for Dental Arts in Davis. The ONLY redeeming factor of this whole place is the fact that everyone is very, very nice. If you want to pay for nice people with your teeth, health, and money, then go for it... otherwise, steer clear!!! Ps. If you do research, a lot of places say to steer clear of practices that offer deals and discounts and Groupons. This place offers a ton... read more

I'm adding this paragraph almost a year after my first visit because I can't leave multiple reviews. :) This place is terrific and I freaking love Audrey!! She's so gentle and thorough, pleasant and friendly, and I always look forward to going to the dentist -- When was the last time you said THAT!?!? I was treated so well here from the very first call I made! They were pleasant and courteous, effective in how they communicated with me, and were able to get me an appointment right away. It had been a while since I had been to the dentist, so they assured me their dentists were very gentle. It is true! Audrey is just the best dental hygienist I've ever had in my life! She has a fantastic sense of humor, and conveyed a strong sense that she actually cared about me and my comfort. She checked in with me along the way to make sure I was OK, and played music that I liked. I was in and out of there in a jiffy, and with no pain. :-) I already booked my second appointment, and have become an instant fan! read more

I've been coming to Dental Arts Davis Square for a few years now. This place rocks!!! . Most people don't like going to the dentist, I look forward to coming here every time! The staff at the front desk super polite and treat you like a friend more than a patient. The prices for anything you need done here is rock bottom. I know, because I don't even have insurance! . Audrey is been taking taking care of me since day. She rocks!!! You can jam out to your favorite music on her Bluetooth speaker. It's more or a party then a cleaning!! . So get here and see Audrey! You're welcome in advance! read more

Dental Arts Davis Square - Getting that Hollywood Smile!!!!! - Endodontists Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

I moved to Somerville a few years back and recently switch to Dental Arts. I'm really pleased with the care I receive there and hands down Audrey is one of the best most comforting dentist I have ever had! She was Very professional and polite also had a very clean working area. Her choice of music also very cool. I highly recommend! read more

I went to Dental Arts for the first time today and they were great! I found them through Yelp and decided on them because of good reviews, location and since they currently have a new patient $99 checkup, cleaning, and full x-ray (every angle imaginable) deal. Also because I saw a few of the dentists in the practice went to Tufts Dental, and as I used to go to there for my dental care, I know how well-trained those graduates are. Katie, the hygienist, and Dr. Dobrin were both very professional, friendly and thorough. I appreciate their honesty, as it looks like I'm cavity free and they didn't try to push any unnecessary fillings on me. The office staff was also nice and helpful, and the office is very clean. I'll definitely be back in 6 months! read more

Can't complain about anything except my own lack of flossing acumen. This office is conveniently located, has a friendly staff, and top notch equipment. It's about as good a dentists' office as you can get. read more

I've been going to dental arts for the past couple years after my move to Boston from California. The staff are professional and genuine, their space is clean and welcoming, and I always feel like I can ask questions or raise concerns if I have them. The folks working at the front desk are always great to help with cancellations/rescheduling if needed. I appreciate the level of care and attention provided by every staff member at Dental Arts. Thanks for keeping my pearly whites happy! read more

I, like a lot of people, have had the cliched terrible dental experience in the past. It had shook me so bad that I stayed away from a dentist's chair for 6 years. I knew I couldn't avoid going forever so I figured it was time. I went to Dental Arts in Somerville for a cleaning and found that I had 2 cavities, causing immediate anxiety. Knowing these needed to be taken care of I booked my follow-up for 1 week later. The day of the appt rolls around and I'm considering backing out but I go anyway. My appt was at 3pm I had arrived at 2:50pm and was in the dentist's chair by 2:55pm. No time to sit in the lobby and get cold feet. Good start. Dr. Jawad Shakarchi was my dentist. He was soft spoken but informational and listened to my concerns. He knew I was anxious so he made sure I was as comfortable as possible and upon request actually ended up giving me 2 extra shots of Novocain (which were virtually painless). Dr. Shakarchi confirmed with me that the Novocain finally took and he began the procedure. I laid in the chair wringing my hands waiting for the pain but it never came. Before I knew it the Dr. was finished and I was done with nothing more than a little numbness in my cheek and tongue. The entire thing lasted 35 minutes. I got on my bike and cruised home. Maybe this is what dentist appointments are supposed to be like, but my experience 6 years ago was the antithesis of this. Glad I choose Dental Arts. 5-stars. Would recommend! Also, they took my insurance and the price seemed reasonable ($125 total after $50 referral discount). read more

I have only been here once before and they were ok. But today's visit. #2 is my last visit. I've received multiple emails and a phone call reminding me of my upcoming appointment. I show up today and they tell me my insurance expired on September 30th. They ask for my new insurance card. I don't have new insurance I have Delta Dental like before. It would of been nice to have this information before walking in the place. Maybe I would have been able to straighten it out and keep my appointment. I make multiple phone calls to my work's benefits office with no luck. So I wasted my time rushing there to still have dirty teeth. Oh and they NEVER told me to premedicate like I'm supposed to. I'll be looking for a new dentist ASAP. FYI I have insurance. read more

I would leave 0 stars if possible. Dr. Choi did a couple of fillings for me and insisted on putting a crown on one of the teeth. I found out a year later that the crown wasn't flush with my tooth and the gap later caused an infection resulting in a root canal that I got done at my own cost. After many visits to another dentist and lots of money, not to mention purchasing a whole new crown, a year later my tooth is finally restored. Poor work, unprofessional staff (I heard the dental hygienist arguing the back prior to coming to take my X-rays) and not very gentle (just taking the x-rays left my gums pretty scratched up). My recommendation: save yourself the pain and avoid Dr. Choi read more

Audrey is sweetheart and makes my visits to the dentist for my aging teeth enjoyable. Great service, I recommend it highly read more

Went here because my old dentist stopped taking my insurance. I was told I had 5 cavities, must be taken care of immediately! I take great care of my teeth and was shocked. Got a 2nd and 3rd opinion- other dentists said I had no cavities and that they had heard bad things about this place. Not to mention cleaning was horrible- she didn't even clean every tooth. Don't go. They just want your money. read more

After speaking with Dr. Paul today I have been informed that the dentist my husband and I had seen is no longer employed at Dental Arts Associates. I have much respect for Dr. Paul reaching out to me, he was very genuine and showed that he does truly care about the experiences of the patients coming through his office. +++++++++++ In response to Dr. Paul's comment below, I did not recieve his message until today (9/20/2012) and will gladly provide all of my contact information and the information he requested. I assure you this was the experience I had and stand by my review. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ My husband and I had recently moved to Davis square from Boston and needed to find a new dentist since our Boston dentist was no longer convenient. We decided to try Dental Arts Associates because of its convenience to our house and it had weekend hours which worked well for our schedules. Neither of us has ever had a cavity and we are both quite diligent about going to the dentist every 6 months. Because we were new patients the dentist told us he wanted to take a few x-rays because our past dentist had not transferred over our files just yet. After getting the x-rays the dental hygienist performed a standard cleaning which was fine albeit a bit aggressive. At the end of the appointment the dentist came back in and informed me (in a fairly degrading and unnecessary manner) that I had 6 cavities and that my husband had 4, which I was astounded by. I did not understand how something like that would go unnoticed by our last dentist who we loved and had been with for 4 years. We both went to check out and were told by the receptionist that the dentist told her we needed to come back in immediately to have the work taken care of and that it would cost us $600 to have this fixed. The whole situation seemed really odd to us so we told her we would call to make the next appointment. Thankfully we decided to get a second opinion. We went to a new dentist who could not have been more wonderful, she performed x-rays and full dental exam and informed us both that neither of us had any cavities. I am horrified that Dental Arts would treat a patient this way and can't believe that they would lie to us about something like this just to make some extra money. I would highly recommend that people avoid coming here. read more

Dr. Dobrin has been my primary dentist for a number of years now and he has always been great to work with for check ups, cavities/fillings and most recently, a tooth replacement. The whole staff has always been very welcoming and informative with the whole Dental procedure and billing/insurance coverage. I also want to highlight Audrey for her great job with Dental cleanings. She is always very honest with me with telling me if I've been doing a good or bad job with flossing and brushing. Thank you. read more

It turns out that skipping dental visits for five plus years is a bad idea. However, coming to these guys proved to be a very good idea. My dental experience here has been by far the quickest, least painful and most professionally administered, to my experience. I've had T rides more painful and drawn out than my recent root canal. They've also been terrific about billing and upfront about cost. If you're living in Davis square, I would wholeheartedly recommend a trip here. read more

I would give them 10 stars if I could! I didn't know that going to the dentist could be such a positive experience. The team here is so pleasant, friendly and knowledgeable. The office is open, inviting and clear (but not in that excessively hypogenic kind of way typical of doctor/dentist offices). I had my cleaning with Katie, and she was fabulous. She was super efficient when taking my x-rays and throughout the whole process. She answered all of my questions about dental health and provided relevant information. They made appropriate recommendations for my treatment moving forward without being pushy or overly judgmental (no, I don't floss, and probably never will). I will definitely go back here again. And I feel like my dentist anxiety has been relieved by finding such a fantastic practice with excellent customer service! Plus, the new patient special is awesome - only $99 for full xrays & the most thorough cleaning I've ever had, plus time with the dentist. So glad I found this place on Groupon! read more