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Gardner Dental Group

2.6 (8 reviews)

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Dental exams

Tooth filling replacement or repair

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Philip J Cabrera, DDS FRCD

Philip J Cabrera, DDS FRCD

3.0(4 reviews)
10.2 mi

I was referred to Dr. Cabrera by my dentist when I needed a root canal. I'm a total wimp when it…read morecomes to dental procedures and was literally losing sleep because of my anxiety leading up to my appointment. It became clear very early on in my appointment that my level of comfort was top priority. Not only was did Dr. Cabrera explain the whole procedure for me before he began, but he continued to ask me throughout if I was "doing okay." When I was informed that a (rare) follow-up appointment was needed, he explained in great detail why he wanted me to come back before I made a follow-up with my dentist. He was comforting and gentile and if I ever need another root canal, I'll go back to Dr. Cabrera for sure.

I received a treatment for a root canal, under a bridge I had previously put in, back in November…read more2023. I was given an insurance estimate and told that there was a $325.00 scan that would be done of my head that is not covered by the insurance. I told the staff during the call I did not want this. On the day of the visit they did it anyways. They also did numerous x-rays of the tooth. I was billed for the scan and the insurance did not cover it! I received an updated bill for another $190 evaluation amount. I have been gathering my paperwork to refute the $325.00 and received a collection notice. I called the office to discuss. I was told today that if I did not do the scan the DDS would not have treated me!! I asked why was I not told about this on the original call. And, there is an issue with my bridge and I need a new one. So this office is billing patients for a service that is NOT approved by the insurance. If they are doing x-rays why do they need a scan of your whole mouth when they are working on pone tooth? Not happy and will not go here again or recommend this office.

Watkin Dental Associates - Specializing in Wisdom Teeth Removal

Watkin Dental Associates

2.8(28 reviews)
10.2 mi

TLDR: Average level of care. High turn over of docs and hygienists, very narrow list of accepted…read moredental plans. Gone is the personal touch/feel of Watkins. Now it feels like an impersonal assembly line plus the added sales pitches. Details: Over the decade I have been going to Watkin Dental Associates (WDA), the care has been acceptable, no issues. The last two years, every time I go in, new faces everywhere. Before I would be assigned to a hygienist and doctor and see that hygienist and doctor. No more. Whoever is available that day is who you see. The turnover with hygienists and doctors is concerning. My teeth have been super stable for years (per every doctors that has seen me at WDA) and suddenly Invisalign, expensive floss, electric toothbrushes, and fluoride treatments are all being pushed to "save" my teeth. What? Yet in the same breath I'm told my oral hygiene routine is working well, very minimal build up, fillings are fine, etc. I feel like they look for any potential "issue" to try and upsell you on a procedure you don't need. I noticed that most doctors will have their own opinions on each visit, so unless your teeth are literally falling out, I'm not sure what to believe when they give an assessment. I feel like every time I go in, it's a roll of the dice what the results will be. The other downside is they take only five specific insurance plans now (as of 2026) and eliminated eight plans in 2025. They do offer their own in-house plans and quickly offer that but it's worth it if you only need cleanings. Here's the "Adult Plan", they have others. The info is also on their website. Adult Plan - $258 Annual Fee Included benefits: 2 hygiene visits with doctor examination and radiographs The annual fee pays for itself since bitewings and a routine cleaning is approximately $350 (as of 2026). The catch is you only get a 20% discount on select services with exclusions. It's like a cheap dental plan but through WDA. It runs from the month to sign up to the same month next year; it's not calendar year. There used to be a personal touch/vibe at WDA but now I feel like it's an assembly line at a chain practice plus upsell pitches. Luckily my needs are low and the work I've had done over the years has been great. Will I stay? Yes, for now, but I have a sense that will change in the future. As always, YMMV.

When I called the office, a representative informed me that I would need to pay out of pocket…read morebecause they only accept MassHealth for patients under 20. Under Massachusetts law, refusing to accept an insurance carrier solely based on a patient's age may constitute unlawful age discrimination. I urge anyone who has experienced this policy to file a complaint with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) or the Office of Medicaid.

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