This dental practice is definitely NOT RECOMMENDED. It has a rude receptionist (this was not…read moreEmily, who is a wonderful person), hard-sell hygenist on Perio Protect product and a very temperamental dentist.

Honestly the best dentist around. They treat everyone like family there! I travel with my job and…read morethey always work with my busy schedule on getting me in.

Hands down the best dentist in the entire world. I travel all the way from Denver to see him! My…read moresmile proves this to be true. The entire staff is super friendly, efficient and they know how to make you feel at ease!

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Whitcomb and his friendly staff. While on a flight from…read moreCalifornia to Pellston, a large piece of my front tooth broke off while eating a small pretzel. I was mortified! Upon landing I immediately tried to find a dentist to help me but being July the first four I contacted were on vacation! Through a recommendation I called Dr. Whitcomb's office and what a blessing that was. His staff is absolutely wonderful and gave me an appointment right away. They were very sympathetic to my dilemma and so kind when I arrived at the office. Dr. Whitcomb was outstanding to say the least and did a fantastic job repairing my tooth. I actually had another situation the next month with another tooth and both Dr. Whitcomb and his staff graciously took care of me right away. I am deeply grateful to all of them and plan to go back to Dr. Whitcomb this summer when I return to Petoskey for some more consultation on further treatments. They are the BEST!!!

I'm not one who likes going to the dentist, but I do want my teeth and smile to look awesome. That…read morebeing said...everyone in the office makes you feel comfortable and does what they can to ease any stress you may have. They are personable when talking with you and assure you that you come first during any procedure you may be having done. Would I recommend Dr. Makela and his staff....absolutely.

I really have been happy with Dr Makela I get right in and very little wait. The entire staff is…read morewonderful and friendly they go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and explain everything clearly!

Honestly, terrible quality of care at this place. Poor office experience as the staff are rude and…read moresnobby. The dentist cost me thousands of dollars to have his work redone. Bridges are very expensive. The new dentist I went to couldn't believe how bad it was. It's fixed great now. This used to be a great dental office when Dr. Whitcomb was here. I was a patient for years before he retired. A couple 5 star reviews are from when he owned this practice.

Yikes! A chip out of my front tooth is an emergency to me!…read moreThe staff squeezed me in the day I called. I am pleased that they made time for me and the results were great! They have a great view of the lake from the dental chair. I am smiling again

Dental work. Root canal and crowns. Used conscious sedation for those of us that have anxietyread more

Say yes they will take your insurance but will not disclose they are out of network until you're…read morestuck with a big bill. X-rays, cleaning, and glued an OLD crown back on. Over $700. Work and treatment was fine otherwise.

With four visits in the books, I feel it's time to expose Dr Sladics to the community…read more This guy has the most incredible bedside manner (for lack of a different term). He's as knowledgeable and gifted as any dentist or doctor, for that matter, that I've ever experienced. From my initial consultation I learned I have a couple fillings and a tooth in the back that needs extraction. The good doctor examined the X-rays and explained in great detail all my options, their pros/cons and most importantly, his opinion. I may be dumb, but I'm not stupid. We went with his recommendation. He painlessly numbed the area to the point where you could have hit me with a sock full of quarters and I wouldn't have felt a thing. He then took care of the biggest concerns and again explained my dental situation to me. After the insurance kicked in, the cost was shockingly low. The whole was over in a very short time and there were no complications. All I have to compare him to is the questionable dds' in Nevada, Texas, Alaska and Utah. He was far better then any of them. Of you have the opportunity, get in to see this man. His staff are wonderful and efficient. His assistant, Daphne, is witty and talented. Great day for us. Five stars, hands down. 02/24

From the owner: Dr. Brian Sladics completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University, and earned his…read moreDoctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Located in East Jordan, MI

You'll never find a higher quality dental practice. They strive to keep not only their patients…read moreeducated, but their staff as well! I definitely recommend Duski Dentistry to anyone searching for a great dentist!

From the owner: Dentures, Sedation, Implant crowns, Periodontal patients, General Dentistry, Snore Guards,…read moreBitesplints, TMJ disorders

A++ Dentist. Skilled, super smart, kind. Had a filling done…read moreand a chip on my front tooth fixed. Then Dr. Anderson performed a bit of magic on my grey front teeth. He turned them white in just a few minutes with his drill. He is truly impressive. I am grateful for his work.

I know there is a lot of negative reviews and everyone is entitled to their opinion. But I have…read morehad wonderful care and my husband just had an extraction and everyone was very professional and friendly. I believe that the office person is Dr Anderson's wife and she was so helpful and considerate. Even held my husbands hand as he was very nervous and then went out to his car to get his check book, wrote the check and even moved his car up closer to the door for him. They were all very compassionate. Yes, things can get a bit snarly at times. The one working in the office does A LOT of things. She runs around trying to keep everything going and help everyone that calls as soon as she can. Thank you Dr. Anderson and Staff. Paul L.

1 star is far too generous for my experience with Northern Periodontics & Implant Dentistry and Dr…read more Elizabeth Nesmith. I was referred there by my dentist specifically for periodontal treatment after being diagnosed with gum disease. Instead of discussing treatment options or preventive care, I was essentially told that I "just need to brush my teeth," which came across as dismissive, insulting, and completely unprofessional. The implication that my condition was simply due to poor hygiene was both inappropriate and scientifically questionable. What shocked me even more was being told that periodontal treatment is only necessary if you have large gaps in your gums where food gets stuck. That is simply not an accurate representation of periodontal care. Gum disease is progressive, preventative treatment matters, and delaying or refusing proper care can lead to worsening gum deterioration, tooth loss, and expensive restorative work later on. Since the time I was referred there until now, I have had to undergo multiple filling procedures costing me several thousands of dollars out of pocket. Beyond the physical deterioration of my gum health, this has also caused a very real financial burden that could potentially have been reduced with proper preventative periodontal care. I left feeling dismissed, judged, and denied access to treatment I was specifically referred for. There was no meaningful explanation, no preventative approach, and no concern shown for the long-term consequences of untreated periodontal disease. What makes this even worse is the fact that there are virtually no other periodontal specialists in town, which leaves patients with very limited options for proper care. Being dismissed so casually when specialized treatment is already difficult to access is unacceptable. This experience felt less like professional healthcare and more like being brushed off entirely. I would strongly encourage anyone dealing with gum disease to seek a second opinion from a provider who actually takes periodontal health seriously.

After my 77 year old mom was on their schedule and waited for over two months to get in, the office…read moremanager called and said the doctor would not see her, with no explanation at all. This was 5 minutes before we were heading out the door for our long trip to the initial consultation. I have no problem that a doctor chooses not to accept a patient; I have a serious problem when the doctor has the dental records for over two months but waits until two hours before the appointment to decide it isn't a good fit. Getting implants taken care of is a very important, time sensitive issue so other teeth aren't affected. There is no excuse; this behavior was extremely unprofessional. The office manager sounded like a broken record just trying to get my mom off the phone, "The doctor will not see you; we're referring you" - no compassion or understanding at all. After our experience, I don't recommend wasting your time or money.