First-time Yelp reviewer doing community service -- save yourself. Go anywhere else…read more The dentist is fine and most of the hygienists are super sweet, but the two older ladies in the front office are genuinely scaring away patients with how much they seem to hate life. I gave them the benefit of the doubt for my first several visits because I know from experience that it's not an easy job, but as front-facing professionals in a service position they consistently gave the bare minimum in terms of respect, patience, and basic people skills. On three separate occasions I've been berated by one staff member, Lori, for accidentally making her life harder. Once, I got my appointment time wrong and showed up 30 minutes late -- completely my fault, I owned it immediately and offered to reschedule. But Lori acted like it was the most exciting thing to happen to her all day, lecturing me about respecting people's time, complaining loudly to the other receptionists, and then actually barging in during my cleaning to tell me again that they were making an exception this one time but it can't happen again. One correction would've been fine and completely warranted but the repeated harping was genuinely unprofessional. On a couple other occasions I declined to book a follow-up because I wasn't sure of my work schedule yet, and she made me super uncomfortable pushing me to explain why, where I lived, whether I understood how easy the commute was, and was I sure I didn't want to book. It was pushy and annoying and honestly kind of bizarre - I expect any doctors office to respect my decisions the first time I communicate them, not to interrogate me like a weirdo salesperson. Then, in front of a crowded waiting room, she called me out by name to scold me for not answering her calls. The number she calls from doesn't show caller ID, and like most people I don't answer unknown numbers -- especially when no voicemail is ever left. I apologized anyway because this job seems like the most important thing in her life and I didn't have the energy to remind her that I'm the one paying. My last straw was when she called to berate me for booking through ZocDoc. At one point she said "I keep having to speak to you about things. You need to stop booking online -- I mean, REALLY." Excuse me?? I calmly asked her to cancel all my future appointments because I'm finding a new dentist. She started arguing and I had to hang up on her because she wouldn't stop talking. The only reason I booked through ZocDoc in the first place was to avoid having to talk to Lori. Literally the only reason. I reached out twice to the practice email to share this feedback and got no response to either message -- but the appointment reminders kept coming because she never took me off their contact list, which is literally the first thing she should've done when I communicated I was done with their office. That, combined with the constant pushing for services I don't need, tells me this place puts profit over patients. The dental care itself is fine if you stand firm in declining super expensive procedures you don't need, but Lori is clearly long past retirement and it shows.

Second time here good service friendly staff. They don't push services on you but will provide you…read morewith an array of options to fit your need.

Like a lot of ppl I HATE going to the dentist because it brings anxiety. But it must be done!…read more Had a 11:00am appointment. Walked in at 11:10am. Finished my first time patient paperwork and was in the back by 11:30. X-Rays were done and the Dr went over what he saw and answering my dumb questions. I received a filling and was out of the office by 12pm. My tooth and cheeks felt weird when I left of course because of the numbing but it was back to normal by that night.

I went to Gallant Fox today. I am not a fan of dentists. Like mechanics, I never know if I am…read moregetting an honest diagnosis. I have been scammed before. But I went to Gallant Fox because I had glowing recommendations from two people I trust. I was very pleased with my treatment. Everyone was friendly and professional. My hygienist was excellent. She did a great job cleaning and inspecting my teeth. She also gave me feedback on my dental health without a lecture or making me feel like a scum bag. Dr Chan examined my xrays and my teeth. He explained the cavities to me and showed me on my xrays what he was looking at.

Been going here for over 25 years and sad to say, this relationship is over. Under the ownership of…read moreDr Duggane the team was trustworthy, kind, and gentle. This new crew is inpersonable and all about the money. I noted I would often encounter people discussing strange charges with Lori while I was in the waiting room. Then I started getting the upchrages. Quote one price, then on return its hundreds more.

I go to Valencia for cleanings and she is amazing you can tell she is an expert. She numbs your…read moregums if you're like me and was traumatized by dental hygienists...she overall takes good care of you with humor! The dentist I see is Dr. Castle who is nothing short of amazing herself, she is very patient and precise. Dr. Castle makes you feel at home (well as at home as you can at the Dentist office) I definitely recommend this office especially if you've been frightened away from dentists as I have in the past.

My family and I have been going here for years. I have to say that I haven't ever had an unpleasant…read moreexperience with Dr. Cocoros or any of this staff. That says a lot when you're talking about a dentist office. While this is a long overdue review and acknowledgment of their service, it is worth six stars if only Yelp would let me add one more. Just to add another layer and more insight, we have referred several friends and colleagues to this dentist and they have always reported a similar positive experience. I (almost) look forward to going to the dentist.

If we ever considered moving out of this area, we would do one of two things: 1. Not move, or 2…read more Take Dr. C and his staff with us. We have come here for the past year and a half, and I cannot say enough good things about this office. Ms. Jill is my dental hygienist and she is awesome! Extremely professional, knowledgeable, gentle, cognizant and respectful of my comfort level at all times, and hilarious! Yes, the staff here is comprised of the nicest people you will ever meet. They are genuinely friendly, kind, and honest folks who provide expert care. It is truly unbelievable. WE LOVE GOING TO THE DENTIST!!!

I have been coming here since my college years, so almost a decade now. It is located in a row of…read moreoffices across the street from the Bowie Town Center and the parking is never an issue. I get my appointments done every six months, and I used to get postcard reminders in the mail. Now, I get text message reminders and so far they have been flawless! They accept most of the popular insurance companies, and rescheduling is never a problem. Gary Ludka is the main doctor here, and the hygienist that always takes care of me is Angela. They are extremely friendly individuals, and they always ask how I am doing and make sure I have been taking care of myself. Angela holds fun conversation while cleaning and makes the experience much less of a bore. They tend to remember anything you tell them there, so you know they really do care. Routine cleanings typically take about an hour (depends on how well you take care of your teeth!) and you always leave with floss, a toothbrush, and toothpaste. I feel like my dental health has overall improved since my family switched to this dentistry. I would recommend it to anyone.

Given my phobia of dentists in general it surprised me that I have something positive to say. Dr…read moreLudka is a great dentist. His chairside presence is very reassuring and he puts you completely at ease. I know I am a difficult patient to deal with and he has treated me effectively for various issues. If you are looking for someone good, come here.

So I hate that I had to come back here for this, but the most outrageous thing happened. I got an…read moreabscess in one of the roots that this dentist worked on. Nothing to be up in arms about, UNTIL I SAW THE XRAYS. JEEBUS LORD. There was a crap root canal done, first of all. Mossy importantly though, there wad this weird, cockeyed SCREW (like, aaaaaan actual SCREW) in the root bed. That was what the enormous and righteously painful abcess had formed around. What the ACTUAL. My new dentist was dumbfounded. Super professional, trying not to speak poorly of a cohort...but he went to explain it and had nothing. Spo hee redid the root canal (yaaaaaaaaaaay!), removed the rogue hardware and now I'm dandy. But over a grand more poor, and as a single mom that blows goats. Needless to say, I do NOT recommend this guy anymore.

Doctor Granger is wonderful and has changed how I view dentists. I despised going to the dentist…read morebefore because I always knew that I would be in pain. However, after having both a dental bridge, a root canal and multiple fillings, I can say that the dentist no longer terrifies me like it did before I came to this office. I still dislike having my teeth worked on, but knowing that I won't be in pain while i'm having my teeth done is a great comfort. Doctor Granger is calm, gentle, has great chairside manners, and truly cares about how you feel while you're getting your treatments done. He checks in to make sure that you're not in pain while he's working on you. He takes time to answer any questions that you might have before and after the procedure. He is realistic, kind, and does not hurry you along. His office is minimalistic and cozy. The receptionists are always friendly and greet you warmly. His assistants are outstanding, gentle and take the time to get to know you on a personal level. If you're someone with dental anxiety, you can rest assured that Granger and his assistants will be conscious of your fears, will assure you that YOU'RE the one in control and can stop if you're uncomfortable, will provide you with sedation if need be, and will make sure that you're not in any pain.

From the first phone call, the customer service team is upbeat, organized, and on top of every…read moredetail, from insurance questions to scheduling and reminders. They greet you by name, keep the check‑in process smooth, and somehow manage to juggle a busy schedule while still making each patient feel like the only one on the calendar. Office manager Katrina is the heartbeat of the front office. She was professional, calming, and relentlessly solution‑oriented. She goes above and beyond to resolve billing or insurance issues, explain treatment plans in plain language, and make sure every visit ends with all questions answered and next steps crystal clear. Her leadership shows in how cohesive and welcoming the entire team is, and you can feel her commitment to patient care in every interaction. Dental hygienist Darryl delivers one of the most meticulous cleanings you'll ever experience, without ever feeling rushed or rough. He takes time to walk through exactly what he's seeing with your gums and teeth, coaches you on brushing and flossing technique specific to your mouth, and checks in frequently to be sure you're comfortable at every step. By the end of the appointment, your teeth feel incredibly clean, and you leave with practical, personalized tips that make you feel genuinely cared for, not like you were just run through a routine.

There is nothing wrong. I can say about this dental office. The staff is always friendly and…read moreaccommodating, and the staff always makes you feel welcomed! Dr. E Rocks!

The entire practice is amazing. Their team creates an atmosphere of peace, calmness, & trust…read more Even @ 67 years old, I still have a little fear of dentist. However, not with Ambience. Cj

I wouldn't call this a spa but it sounds so good in the title, doesn't not? A simple review:…read more THEY ARE GOOD. THEY ARE KIND. THEY ARE PROFESSIONAL. THEY CARE FOR THEIR PATIENTS. They also have a new client/patient in me. It's good to leave my past unprofessional provider behind. Great care by Ambiance!!!

1 star only because I have to. I was seen in this office some time ago. The female dentist is the…read moreworse dentist I have ever encountered in my life. She was not gentle, rude, disrespectful, & inconsiderate. She spiked my anxiety for the dentist. I was already fearful but I was assuming because she was a woman she would be understanding. BOY WAS I WRONG! I left the office without her doing anything to my teeth. As her being so rough I said no thank you. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE! GO ELSE WHERE! PLEASE DON'T EVEN STRESS YOURSELF OUT!

I've been going here for about 8 years now and i love it . Yes the staff changes but they have all…read morebeen pleasant and welcoming. I've seen other Dentist here as well, some not as good as others but overall that's why i just get on Dr. Conleys books because he has yet to fail me. Don't believe everything yall read on the internet, come and check the out for yourself.

If I could have left a -10 on my review, I would. This was the worst dental experience of my life,…read moreassistants who stood around chatting, a one hour wait, a spooky bathroom that looked as if Freddy Krueger lives there, with a 40 watts bulb, and six paper towels total for drying hands. The dentist was rude and made sure she collected my payment before starting the work. I had seen Dr. Holness on tv and she sounded caring and professional, so I thought I would go there as she wasn't far from where I lived. She had talked about an Holistic approach to working on the patient's mouth when she did her spiel on tv. I was impressed. She pulled five teeth, and when I asked to wash my mouth out, she said, "It's your blood ain't it?" She yelled at the assistant (Marquita) asking her why she was standing there looking lost.. and telling her that Novocain was very expensive, and not to be wasted. She had her nephew working as an assistant who had no training, but was on summer break from college. This is what he told me when I asked him. I had to be numbed a few times, because she used very little the first few times. Dr. Holness asked if I wanted to see my favorite tv show. I said no, and she said what will you use, I said prayer, and she said "Me too!" I was flabbergasted but she had already started, and thus I could not have gotten up and left. She implanted some bone grafts that hurt to this day and it's impossible to chew properly. They also make you sign a bunch of forms while you are in the dental chair, so they cannot be legally responsible for shoddy dental work. I wonder how many lawsuits she has had. It will be interesting to see how long they remain in business. Now I have to find an oral dental surgeon to remove the bone grafts. The pain is unbearable. She was pushing me to get mini implants. Thank God I said no. This review is to share my frightening experience so another human being does not have to go through what I went through. I went there in August of 2022, and my mouth is still messed up in June of 2024. No calls are ever returned, and the office is always closed. DO NOT LET Dr. HOLNESS DO ANY DENTAL WORK ON YOUR MOUTH! DO NOT! LIMIED EXPERIENCE AND DEPLORABLE PAINFUL WORK! I will report this company to the Maryland Board of Dentistry, as the pen is mightier that the sword! You will regret it terribly if Dr Holness works on your mouth. I do.

It is rare I leave a negative review on any business because I believe in entrepreneurship…read more My mother came here for implants. It was an entirely bad experience. Do not go here. They started out professional and she signed an agreement which they subsequently used against her to explain away their poor unprofessional behavior. Over the next 6 months (you heard it-6 months) we encountered a "dental office" that rarely answered the phone, multiple delays in getting the right teeth, months in which my 80 year old mom could not eat solid food waiting for her teeth (months!!!!), poor communication on the status of the teeth, rude and unprofessional to the nth degree. Wow. We ended up getting her implants redone by a reputable dental clinic in Towson who had to work with the poor implant anchors that were done in Bowie. Do not risk your well being since implants are expensive to correct. The only thing that is accurate in their name is the "Bowie". "Dental Wellness" is not what we received. Please, please avoid this business.