First off, I want to say that I've always had horrible experiences with dentists and my biggest…read moreproblem was their personalities and how they made me feel awful because I had a cavity or I didn't floss. Because of this, I always avoided going to the dentist and before I came into Dr. Detar's office it had been over a year since I went to a dentist. My experience at Dr. Detar's office was the best dental experience I have ever had! Everyone was so nice and accommodating! Emma, the dental hygienist, talked to me and made me feel comfortable and after a couple of hours (since it was a new patient visit) I was laughing and didn't even feel like I was at the dentist anymore. Another thing that stood out about my visit was that even though Dr. Detar is the only dentist there, she took the time to show me and explain what she saw in my x-rays in detail. She also took pictures of my cavities and showed me what they looked like and explained how they formed and different ways of preventing them. I learned a lot from my visit and genuinely enjoyed it. I will be coming back to Dr. Detar's office for all of my future dental care needs and recommend anybody who's in search of a dentist to try her out!

Dr. Fishbaine is personable, respectful, responsive, and gentle. Great office! We miss him since we…read moremoved!

I despise going to the dentist, but this man is wonderful!…read more He puts all my fears at ease and I am able to reach him or his staff during any emergency. They are very prompt with time, the office is incredibly clean, and everyone is just so friendly. You can tell that he genuinely loves what he does and he cares about treating each patient. I will keep continuing to go back to him for all of my dental needs.

The members of this practice were intrusive with personal space and extremely harsh over minor…read morelateness. During appointments, I had to ask two different dentists and a dental assistant to stop touching and patting me throughout treatment. It was not a single incidental touch, but continuous unnecessary physical contact on my arm or shoulder, which was highly unusual and felt invasive. A hygienist also used my chest as a resting surface for her instruments, dropping tools onto it repeatedly during cleaning. I found the experience physically uncomfortable and jarring. I continued going there for several years because, to their credit, they eventually noted my discomfort in my chart and the unwanted touching stopped. However, at my last appointment I was 7 minutes late because of an unexpected domestic issue that arose as I was leaving the house. I called ahead to let them know. When I arrived, I was told they could no longer see me as a patient because I was "always" late, which was simply untrue. I had often arrived on time and had also waited 20 to 30 minutes for the office when it was running behind, including one occasion when the wait was closer to 40 minutes. What felt especially unfair was that I was never given any warning about lateness policies before being abruptly dismissed from the practice after arriving for my appointment. There were no prior conversations, notices, or written warnings in their appointment communications. Being refused treatment and permanently dropped as a patient on the spot over being 7 minutes late was disproportionately harsh and humiliating. A basic courtesy conversation or warning beforehand would have made the situation feel far less unnecessarily severe. Overall, I found the practice disrespectful of personal boundaries and needlessly punishing toward me as a longtime patient.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Schimmel and his top notch staff. I was treated in…read morea friendly and professional manner. I could not imagine going anywhere else. Everything was well explained and I could not be more comfortable. Don't even think of going somewhere else!!!

I know 2 people who went to her for implants the pain was unbearable she wouldn't stop to give them…read morea break not even when assistant spoke up to stop. None of the implants took now both out over 13 grand and cant get dentures to fit in mouth. She is a big rip off. She will reel you in but won't deliver!! Your stuck with the one screw in their mouth that is worthless and makes no sense.

Edit: Final Bill- 818 Dollars…read more I initially made an emergency appointment for Centre Dental Care on January 7th, 2025. I had severe to debilitating pain in a lower right molar and a cut in my gums that had begun a couple of days prior. They were able to book me quickly, which I appreciated. They took x-rays and did an enamel density test and determined that I had a cavity in the molar and that the cut in my gums was unrelated. I was numbed, the cavity was drilled out and filled and I was pleased. I paid my 250 dollars after my in-network insurance and went on my merry way. After the numbing agent had worn off, I was again in severe pain, so I emailed them to let them know that I was experiencing no change in my pain. They informed me that this was normal because the cavities were "very deep". Their advice was to take more ibuprofen and contact them on January 13th. I accepted this at face value because I am not a dentist and resigned myself to living with the pain for another five days. After all, I have already reached out about my pain, so I do not see another option. On January 9th I made further complaints to friends and family about how I was feeling. Eventually I had to agree to call around to other offices. I was advised by several people including more than one other dental office that asking me to wait until Monday for a follow-up with the pain I was experiencing was extremely abnormal, unacceptable and potentially unethical. I made another appointment with a different Centre County dentist, and they immediately identified that the "cut" in my gums was a draining abscess. To be sure of a diagnosis they completed several tests that Centre Dental Care and Dr. Carnicella did not bother to do such as a Tooth Tap Test, a Thermal Test, and finally a gutta-percha point insertion. The diagnosis after these tests was- infection, abscess, and a significant crack in the molar. I was given a prescription for amoxicillin and advised to take NSAIDs. My bill for this was 122 dollars despite being an out of network office for my insurance (less than half of what Centre Dental care charged me for an improper diagnosis). After having a thorough discussion of my options with my new dentist, I opted to extract and after the extraction I am virtually pain-free with the use of NSAIDs. On January 13th, Dr. Carnicella's office reached out to me to "see how you are feeling" and to ask why they had received a transfer request. I told them honestly what I wrote about above- that I was told my pain was normal, they did not go through the reasonable diagnostic steps, and that I paid 250 dollars for fillings on a tooth I no longer have in my mouth when a different dentist diagnosed me correctly for less than half the money. Their response to this email is essentially the reason that I'm writing this letter now, because I find it utterly unbelievable. They claimed that I did not have evidence of an abscess when I was a patient there. They claimed that I should have followed up an additional time about my pain despite myself already doing that. Finally, they claimed that they "do not overtreat" when the issue is clearly an issue of diagnosis, not treatment. I asked them if they were claiming that my molar became cracked and infected in the 24 hours between my appointment with them and my appointment with another dentist and was told that "something can worsen in an hour, let alone 24 hours", and was again told that I should have reached out when the ibuprofen wasn't working. I then asked if the draining abscess that was flooding bacteria from the inside of my gums was simply a coincidence, and was told that "it's not a coincidence, it simply wasn't visible during your visit". They then attached a photograph of the outside of my gums despite the abscess being on the inside of my gums and claimed that no dental professional could diagnose an abscess with this information. I replied that I wasn't sure if they were being dishonest or simply don't have a memory for their patient care because the hole in my gums was clearly present and discussed minutes into my initial appointment. The photograph being from the wrong side of my gums is simply incompetence or morbid humor at this point. In summary, while Centre Dental care did perform a couple of diagnostic tests, they failed to perform several basic and standard tests for the condition I was in and symptoms I was displaying. They are either being dishonest about my appointment with them, are careless about patient care, or are simply very poor at standard diagnostic techniques. The fact that they tried to shift blame onto their patient after the fact instead of owning up to their mistake is frankly shocking and is the reason for this letter. I strongly recommend anyone reading this to try a different dental office. My experience at this office shows that they are expensive, irresponsible, likely incompetent, and are additionally at least one of dishonest and uncaring.

Dr. Miller and the staff here are amazing. I've been in state college for 4 years and been to two…read moreother dentist offices. This one is by far the best one! They are well educated, knowledgeable, and fun. I am very happy I found them!

Bellefonte Family Dentistry exceeded my expectations. The environment was not only clean, but…read morewelcoming, modern, and sophisticated. The staff were authentically friendly and welcoming. They answered questions with attentiveness and care. The dental hygienist, Maria was extraordinary. She demonstrated professionalism with care. She took time to explain things, work diligently and quickly, but also with care and accommodation with challenges. She answer questions and was so personable and fun to be with. Dr. Miller was kind, thorough, and professional. Overall thrilled with my experience and the level of care involved.

Lewistown Dental care was the best. My first time there, from the time I made my appointment…read moreeveryone was so nice helpful, smiling and friendly. Second time I went to have a chipped tooth fixed and Katie was great! Everyone there worked as a TEAM!

I was referred to Dr Olsen by my dentist for a tricky tooth extraction and replacement. The service…read moreand caring that they provide is impeccable. I have had to go back for check ups after the extraction and I have yet to pay for a follow up. It just means that truly care about their patients but more importantly stand by their excellent work.

Hands down, an appt. here is the best thing you can do for your teeth. I've gone here for years and…read moreI am consistently impressed with how much they care about patient experience and customer service here. Connie and Dr. Carder never patronize (even when I could do with some more flossing) and are patient with me, suggesting tools or new products to better manage my dental hygiene. The equipment is state-of-the-art and the chairs are so comfortable I wish I had one at home. Basics: Accepts PSU-issued insurance Easy parking Small Private lobby Great magazine selection Sumptuous interior decorating Incredible clean and well maintained Bonus: Online services-- email reminders and can request appointments online Cable TV positioned where you can see it (reclined!) while having you cleaning/appointment I always leave with awesome pro-teeth goodies - Connie takes care of you!