Unethical Business Practices, Unprofessional Office Staff…read more DO NOT TRUST Before I chose Gentle Dental, I called and asked if there was any issues getting accurate quotes from my insurance. I was assured that because they were directly contracted with my insurance there would be no issues. I was told everything was going to be covered for my first appointment. When I went in for my second appointment a different person at the front desk told me they had made a mistake and none of it was going to be covered. They didn't even get my signature on the faulty quote. I am now being charged over 10X as much as they quoted me. I complained, and there response sounding like they didn't even read my complaint. They said they 'reviewed my x-rays' and would be unable to reimburse me. I filed a complaint with the BBB, and still, they did not address my concerns in any way. This company took advantage of me while I was in pain and needed care. They do not value costumer satisfaction, provided terrible service, and have handled this completely unethically. DO NOT GO HERE

Great service, this is where I get all of my dental work. They are honest and will tell you the…read morehard truths about whats necessary to take care of your teeth and gums. Do not be afraid to ask questions, they will be honest about everything. Front office is very helpful. A+

Amazing Dentists and Hygienists!…read more After a horrible experience with a chain dentist, I spent over a year completely avoiding the dentist chair, leaving a ton of dental work unfinished. As my cavities worsened, I stumbled onto Bellingham Bay Dental's friendly website and after reading a few reviews elsewhere, it was clear that this was the perfect Dentist to switch to. It ended up being the perfect switch, reminding me how pleasant a dental visit can be with the right staff. While my previous dentist rushed and scolded me for being nervous, the staff here took their time and constantly made sure I was comfortable. They made up a plan for the work I needed and took extra measures to make sure my family and I understood it, and they have been amazingly patient about me needing to reschedule appointments to make sure our insurance can cover everything. I highly recommend them to anyone, especially if you're nervous about seeing the dentist! The only downside is they wont be preferred providers with Washington Dental Insurance after this summer but they are more than worth the extra money.

company is dishonest about their billing. they told me they accepted my insurance and my cleaning…read morewould be covered. the truth is that they are out of netwidk, so my insurance might not cover anythin.

I'm from out of town and recently broke a crown. The whole top of the tooth fell off. I am hundreds…read moreof miles from my regular dentist. We called them up and explained our dilemma. We only planned to be here a week so we called ahead from Seattle to get an appointment. They coordinated with my dentist in California. They explained a treatment plan and gave me an estimate at my first visit. Not only did they work me into their schedule but they scheduled the work for the same afternoon. I was so impressed with the entire staff, very courteous, very friendly and yet very professional. While it wasn't cheap my tooth was a mess-- I only had a half a tooth and a gaping hole. They numbed me up real good so there was a minimum discomfort. All in all, a very positive experience. I absolutely recommend them.

I wanted to love them, their level of care, facilities, and professionalism was top notch. I chose…read morethem for my wife and I when we moved into Bellingham. I was pretty wowed after my first visit. My wife and I had similar diagnoses and the price she was paying was much higher than similar treatments at our old dentist in Oakland. I decided to look for another dentist for my treatment before my appointments for my dental work. The second opinion that I received had me getting much less treatment for a more affordable price. I switched to the other dentist office, it wasn't as posh, but it was way more affordable, and I'm 100% glad I made the switch away from Bellingham Dental Group.

The staff is amazing from the receptionist to the dentist. He definitely knows what he's doing.read more

I hadn't been to the dentist in awhile but recently had some issues with a very sore tooth. I…read morebooked an appointment with Northside Dental Care and Dr. McRory to have it checked out and the overall experience was excellent. All of the communication and patient intake prior to my appointment was great and when I arrived the team was very friendly and personable. The office was extremely clean and comfortable too! They got me seated in my chair and there was virtually no wait before the Dr. and his 'assistant' began to evaluate my problem. They were extremely aware of the sensitivity of my tooth and I felt very little discomfort for the entire appointment. They took x-rays, evaluated the issue, made some immediate adjustments and I was on my way. After the appointment (same day!) they followed up to see how I was feeling. Overall it was one of the best dental experiences I've had. if you are looking for a Bellingham dentist I highly recommend Dr. McRory and his team!

I saw Faith Bult for some dental work back in 2006. They put in a filling that ended up not staying…read morein. When I went back to get it redone, the assistant started drilling on my tooth before the novacain set in even though I had told them my body is extra sensitive and needs more time than most people for it to set in. She drilled right on the nerve (I didn't realize she was going to start drilling so I couldn't say no in advance), and it was the worst pain I've ever felt. It was horrible. I saw blazing light and my feet flew up over my head. They let the novocain set in after that and finished the filling. But the new filling ended up not staying put either, it rocked back and forth. I called it quits then (I should have after the first filling), and went to another dentist who, upon looking at my tooth, asked me where I had gotten the work done. When I told her, she said, "Ah yes. We've seen many of her patients over the years. I'm sorry you experienced that." They couldn't put another filling in because Bult had drilled so much/wide that there wasn't room, so I ended up needing a crown. I've experienced ongoing pain from that initial appointment for 20 years and will likely need a root canal soon. I feel clear that if the initial cavity was filled correctly jt wouldn't be in pain (I've had other cavities filled without any problems). Bult never replied to my feedback, and never owned up to the mistakes of either filling or the drilling without novocain. I simply advise you to go elsewhere.

This dentist is a scam! I was told my insurance was accepted, paid a co-pay much greater than I…read morenormally would at my old dentist, and still got charged an extra $25. Never in a million years would I recommend this dentist, not to mention when I came in for the appointment they had me waiting for an additional 20 minutes after the scheduled start time.

Amazing office staff. Came in after a few years of not having dental work. Jennifer at the front…read moredesk is super friendly and kind. Dental tech Tara is my absolute favorite. Dr. Arasteh is so gentle and welcoming. Very educated and easy to talk to. My dental anxiety has decreased so much now that I go to Bayview Dental!

Unfortunately we are no longer clients. As stated before we needed a place that was more flexible…read moreand understanding in regards to my husband's last minute schedule. They have increased their "change" fee now to $75, even if you call to cancel within 24hrs. They now require 72 hrs notice. Sad to leave the place but unfortunately that policy forced us to look elsewhere.

I can't say enough good things about my dentist and his staff!…read more Every single person here is amazing -- kind, professional, and caring. They always make me feel comfortable and take the time to explain everything. Thank you to this wonderful team!

Love everything about this place. Up-to-date with the latest technology. Very thorough, but gentle,…read moreno pain. Services are great, but the people are even better. Could not be nicer and more knowledgeable. As far as price? I haven't really compared to other places. They have a discount you can sign up for if you consistently use their service.

Imagine yourself in severe pain, no insurance, and helpless. Your friend tells you to go get…read morechecked because you might have an infection as a result of your wisdom erupting. I want to thank Clare and Dr. Swanson for their selfless act to scheduling me last minute and treating me. They showed concern and great care while my visit. If it weren't for them, I'd be at the ER. They followed up the next morning to check how I was doing. If I didn't live 80 miles away, I would still be coming to this office for their services. They truly care about their patients and listen closely to your concerns.

Our insurance from my job changed after several years and when I asked if they took our new…read moreinsurance they said they did. My checkups were always fully covered. Then I received a sizable bill for the balance of a simple checkup and cleaning and I come to find out they are "out of network". This was an omission at best and shady business practices at worst. I would have changed dentists had I known. PS-When I brought this up to them this is a text response I received from their office: "Justin, you are a responsible adult. You can do the responsible thing and pay your balance or let the account default. I have cancelled your next appointment and inactivated your account. You will receive a statement in the mail. each month until paid. Janet -Barkley Village Family Dentistry" There are great dentists and hygienists there, but don't bother going if you have Guardian insurance unless they tell you the cost upfront.

First to Review:…read more Been going to Dr. Hoofnagle for years. He's the second or third dentist in Bellingham I tried, way back. I won't go elsewhere until he gives it up. Extremely competent, caring, honest and accommodating, other than not having nitrous available. But, here are good arguments con on that. All staff and hygienists have been excellent to deal with. Update: The Hoof is now retired and the practice has been take over by Dr. Henry. Have been a few times since the transition and the tradition of good service seems to be carrying on quite nicely. Still a satisfied customer of the practice. Dr. Henry is even considering adding Nitrous Oxide for patient comfort. Five stars when they get nitrous.

We had a terrible time finding a real dentist that didn't feel corporate! I knew as soon as I…read morecalled that this business was different! They were so kind, caring and efficient! We got the service we needed and we weren't pushed to come back for extensive unnecessary work that another dentist recommended! I finally found my hometown dentist.

I feel very cared for at Dr Howry's office. Today I had the best and most gentle hygienist…read more I also really trust Dr Howry with my teeth!