My family and I used to go to Wydown dental ever since I was a child. But with going off to med…read moreschool and my family moving out of state, I've been looking for a dentist after I moved back to St. Louis. I would have gone back to Wydown, but turns out my dentist retired. So I thought this would be a good opportunity to try a new location. Scheduling can be done online and they email you the new patient paperwork ahead of time so that you don't have to do to it when you get there. For the new patient appointment, they are very thorough with your exam. Everything from gross examination to full x-rays, I was impressed that they checked for lip melanomas, any lesions, and even lymph node swelling in the neck area. Maybe this is standard for new patients for all dentists lol. I really appreciated that someone came in and showed the outline of how much everything would be before continuing with any cleaning or treatments you may need. My actual dentist was kind enough to explain everything on imaging and his impressions of my oral hygiene. I feel like I learned so much about dental anatomy/pathology in the 15 minutes he spent with me. Everyone at the facility was kind and I didn't feel like they were rushing at all. I'm so happy to have found this location!

Easily the worst dental experience I've had in 20 years. To start off, I received a call that they…read morecancelled my appointment because I had an insurance they had met their maximum number of patients on. To be clear, I did NOT have that insurance, but had had it some years prior when I had gone to a dentist in their system in another state. The girl I spoke to was blase and rather non-apologetic when reinstating my appointment. I should've taken the hint. When I got to the office, everyone was perfectly nice. I waited for a short time to be called back, and in that time I listened to two outgoing patients getting scheduled for a gingival planing. Two out of two. Remember this. I was called back for comprehensive x-rays in what I can only describe as the worst x-ray torture session I've ever experienced in my life. To be clear, I always struggle with x-rays for reasons I'm not quite sure, perhaps a small mouth or tied tongue. But this tech was completely detached, pushing and shoving the associated tool in my mouth with no concern for my obvious discomfort except once offering a dispassionate "sorry for any discomfort..." he took what felt like a million pictures, with no indication of when it would end. I noticed a chipped tooth after, which is possibly from this session although I can't verify that for sure. Then I got called back into another room. I was given something to swish with a "I'll tell you when to stop." The tech disappeared and I was left alone for 10 minutes, swishing. Finally the tech appeared and when I was allowed to spit out the substance I was informed that "oh no!" It was only supposed to be for 30 seconds. Then they measured my gums. Now let me be clear that I've been getting cleanings religiously every 6 months for the past 10+ years. Religiously flossing, brushing with an electric tooth brush twice daily. My gum measurements came back with some 4s and that's when they hit me: they couldn't do a cleaning. They'd have to do some deep planing. I tried to dispute this, said I came in for a cleaning but wasn't interested in a planing. The hygienist said was unsure and brought in the doctor, who was very affable but told me it would get him in trouble with "the board" if he consented to a simple cleaning when I so obviously needed a planing. So I said fine, schedule me (at this point I just wanted to escape this torture session) and they brought in the insurance person, who was very nice and estimated that my total out of pocket cost for a planing would be $200. I agreed that sounded reasonable, scheduled the appt for a future planing, and left. Now I'm looking into this group and see the private equity company they're owned by is NOTORIOUS for this. Unnecessary procedures, scamming patients. So I went back to my old dentist, and miraculously they weren't aghast by the sorry state of my gums. All that is to say, I would give this business 0 stars if I could. But I would recommend Alrata art of dentistry in Kirkwood based on my limited experience.

I have been going to Wolken Family Dental for at least 10 years now. Dr. Chris is my dentist and I…read morehave been extremely happy with the services he has provided. I see some negative reviews posted here so I felt compelled to give a little of my story. Unfortunately, I've had an issue with grinding my teeth for the vast majority of my life. I have more crowns than I'd like to admit and they've all been done by Dr. Chris. I also had an implant done by an oral surgeon where Dr. Chris only supplied the crown for the implant. That implant failed twice (don't worry I understand that it's extremely rare). Dr. Chris worked with me through the process and in the end he had to place a fixed bridge over the missing tooth. He then worked with on the cost of the bridge since I had already paid for a crown that was no longer valid. I'm reading these reviews that make it seem like the Wolken's do not have their patients' best interests at heart and I beg to differ. I spend more time at the dentist's office than most people and Dr. Chris has never been anything but understanding and reasonable with my care. Because I have so many issues I've had the pleasure of meeting with other dentists and oral surgeons throughout St. Louis in an attempt to address my grinding and because of insurance issues. Every last one of those dentists have praised my dental work. I have a significant amount of gold and Dr. Chris installed all of it. To hear another dentist ask, "Who placed all of this gold? They did a great job," really makes me smile. They have no reason to compliment anyone else's work. The fact they do lets me know it was done correctly and will benefit me for years to come. I believe Dr. Chris offers amazing care. I enjoy the office and the staff. The office is very modern and state of the art. I was recently notified that the office would no longer be accepting my insurance but I still come here out of network because I truly do believe Dr. Chris is great and I appreciate all he's done for me. If you think someone is out to get your money, go somewhere else. You'll see . . . . Keep up the good work, Wolken Dental. I'll be back as long as you'll have me!

I have been a patient of Dr. Chris Wolken for 10 years or so and have had some relatively…read morecomplicated dental issues during that time. Dr. Chris and the staff have done excellent work while always being professional and friendly. I would prefer if they were in-network with my insurance, but I've been satisfied with their service so I'm willing to pay more for it.

I can't believe I'm actually giving a dentist 5 stars, but I truly am. I have had horrible dentist…read moreexperiences and despite the good reviews on here, I was still skeptical. And while nothing about going to the dentist is comfortable, I at least felt confident that while here, my teeth were being treated well, I wasn't getting scammed out of my money, and they truly cared about me...well, my mouth, at least. :) The assistants were wonderful and sweet, and the dentist actually surprised me with his "next-door neighbor" demeanor. A nice guy. I ended up getting my teeth cleaned but then went back and got them to replace a cap on a chipped tooth. They did a fantastic job and really paid attention to detail. I've already recommended them to friends and I certainly recommend them to anyone who asks.

Wanted to pull 3 teeth because if caries under the crowns. He stated he didn't think he would have…read moreroom to put a crown on these teeth. I got a second opinion from Wash U dental grad who said "no problem" and proceeded to place crowns over the repaired teeth. Dr. Strohmeyer likes to pull teeth.

I am very picky when it comes to choosing a dentist. They need to be professional, knowledgeable,…read morecaring, and do great work. I found Dr Pence after moving to St Louis a few years ago and I am so happy I did. He is incredibly nice (and also has great hygienists). His office is clean and I am always able to get good appointment times that work for me. I've seen him about 4-5 times for cleanings, a couple of fillings, and (voluntary) replacement of amalgam for porcelain. Every time has been a good experience. I would highly recommend Dr Pence!

My family has been with Dr. Pence for several years. Always a true professional . A perfectionist…read more Extremely responsive in emergencies (and I've had a few). Staff is consistently caring. No staff turnover says a lot for how he treats his staff. I don't feel like simply a number. A great small practice. Not cheap, but who really wants cheap when selecting a dentist. Worth it!

Woh, how does this place have no reviews?…read more My spouse and I have been patients here for over a decade. We stuck with them even when we lived in South County and we're still here even though we live in Kirkwood. This location is just so convenient! We have very different situations. I've had all of three cavities in my whole life and am generally in and out after my cleanings while my spouse needs some major work at least every couple of years. Spouse used to have major anxiety due to bad experiences with the dentist growing up and used to think sedation was necessary. These guys are so good, spouse no longer fears going. We've both been super pleased with our treatment here. I don't believe they have weekend hours but they do start taking appointments at 7 am which I appreciate because it allows me to get my check-ups done and still get to work on time. I never wait long to be seen either.

First class care and no pressure to have work done which is not required. This is a true family…read morepractice and I can thoroughly recommend them.

Dr. Kutten is fantastic. I am a self admitted "Dentist Phobe", having had horrible experiences with…read moredentist and hygienists for most my life due to sensitive teeth. None the less, the entire staff made me feel at home, and calmed me down. I have now gone through two cleanings with both hygienists, and they are both excellent, caring, patient and they listen. I never once felt an ounce of discomfort. Marla, the secretary and office manager is so much more than her title suggests. She really is the glue there and knows patients by name, and does so much for everyone. Dr Kutten is personable and very professional. He did applied a crown for me and again, no pain was felt. I am now, thanks to this group, a "recovered" dentist phobe, and fully trust this group. Thank you Dr Kutten and staff!

I had a horrible and painful experience at a DIFFERENT dentist office 4 years ago, haven't had…read moredental insurance, so I put off going to the dentist for years Recently I was having pain with a cavity that chipped and knew I needed to be seen right away before it got worse. It is during COVID-19 so I was struggling to find a dentist that could see me right away AND as a new patient. I was also ridiculously nervous. Anyway, Dr. Kutten and Marla made me feel at ease, I was even laughing throughout my emergency root canal and felt zero pain!!!! Marla sent me several text messages to make sure I got my antibiotic and to check up on me. I usually have to wear headphones and listen to music at the dentist, but my headphones fell out and I didn't even need them. I have a cleaning scheduled for June (hoping the pandemic is over) and am so grateful I found a dentist I can trust.

Dr. Erin and her team at BOCA are simply the best. It's evident they are masters of their craft and…read moreI am beyond happy with my smile transformation. The entire experience has been incredibly relaxing and simple. Dr. Erin is meticulous and will go above and beyond to make sure every detail of your smile is perfect. But what's the best is that BOCA really makes going to the orthodontist enjoyable! Couldn't recommend BOCA more.

From the owner: Transform your smile and soul in our zen sanctuary, with the ultimate in personalized care, curated…read moreexperiences, and exceptional concierge service. Because your smile deserves to be treated like a work of art.

Finding a new dentist is hard. Finding the right dentist is even more of a challenge. Who will you…read moretrust with your teeth? Is this person going to be gentle or understanding about your dental needs? Will they treat you kindly? Those were some of the many questions lurking inside my head when I needed to find a new dentist. I honestly went to one just a few blocks from this office a week or two before coming here. I had my cleaning there and heard some rude comments by the dentist (not addressed to myself but to another patient). Still, that comment made me not want to go back there. Luckily, I searched around, found this place and I've been happy since! I started seeing Dr. Ahmad-Majeed in September initially for a second opinion about all the work my new/former dentist wanted to do after meeting for the first time. I explained to her my fear of going to the dentist and that if it's true that we truly do need to replace several fillings that I would appreciate it if we do it at a pace I am comfortable with. I also had a crown that supposedly needed replacing prior to coming here which she then confirmed to be correct but again, she let me choose when I would be comfortable enough to get the work done. She even offered some anxiety medication but I refused since my anxiety level is really not that unmanageable. She started doing some of the dental work that needed done from around October and finished everything by November. I know it sounds like a lot but they were 3 fillings that needed redone and a new crown. The procedures were spaced out nicely though so I didn't feel too anxious during every visit. The procedures went smoothly and Dr. Ahmad-Majeed had always made sure that I was comfortable during them and wasn't in any unbearable pain. She willingly gave me breaks when I needed them especially when she was working on my fillings. I came back today to get my 6-months cleaning and met Carolyn who is a dental hygienist at the office. She was also very friendly and kept asking me if I was doing okay throughout the cleaning process. I had one area which was sensitive and she quickly became aware of it from my wincing. She also explained why I have sensitivity issue on that area and offered some ways to alleviate the issue. Overall, I like this dental office and I've had a wonderful experience here. I know dental work can never truly be a wonderful experience but it can be made better by the attitude of the people doing the work. In this case, it's very true for me!

I recently moved to the area from out of state and realized that I was overdue for a cleaning. I…read moremade an appointment at Dental Care STL. It was a great experience. The office is clean and the staff is friendly and professional. I felt immediately at ease. Dr. Ahmad has since filled two cavities for me. I was very nervous after a difficult root canal experience in my previous city, but she was friendly, kind, and patient. The experience was surprisingly quick and I feel great. I would recommend this practice to others.

So a little background on me, I have awful teeth from years of medical issues and I am also by…read morenature TERRIFIED (generally beyond consoling) of the dentist. Any dentist. The smells of the office, the pain, the condescending remarks about my teeth, the anxiety about where the money will come from. Anything and everything about even considering visiting a dentist makes me want to take a double dose of xanax. After visiting a few dentist with no such luck in the past 2 years I asked my doctor who I trust immensely if he had any recommendations and he gave me Dr. Zora Hanko's name/number. It took me a few days to finally call but when I did I was surprised that i was almost immediately put at ease by the incredibly kind receptionist. I briefly told her my concerns and the level of anxiety I generally have and she actually listened, took note and genuinely seemed to care. This morning I woke up 4 hours before my appointment due to an already increased build up of anxiety. It turns out none of this anxiety was necessary. After sitting in the waiting room for only about 5 minutes I was brought back to the exam room by the dental hygienist. I can not remember her name but she was so sweet and kind. Then Dr. Hanko came in and since she knew how anxious I was, instead of getting straight to work she sat down next to the chair and asked me to tell her about my self, what my concerns with my teeth are and what she could do to make my appointments easier. When I was giving her my information she listened, asked questions when necessary and not once made me feel judged. Then she asked if she could take a look in my mouth. Part way through her examining my teeth I realized for the first time ever I was sitting in a dentist chair and NOT shaking with anxiety. I left the appointment with a plan of action for my crazy teeth, another appointment and absolutely no anxiety in sight. Best. Feeling. Ever.

I had not been to the dentist for over 5 years.. my last visit to a dentist ended badly I was…read moredeeply worried,, I was delighted by the treatment I received by Dr.Hanko. I have a really bad gag reflex... the gentle dentristy performed here is just what I needed.. my check up went extremely well ( one cavity ) and best of all.. I did not bite the hygenist and I did not regurgitate due to gagging... If you need a gentle dentist.. see Dr. Hanko...

I work nearby and decided to visit Clayton Dental for a dental filling for a cavity. It was my…read morefirst visit with the practice. They did an evaluation and the full cavity filling in less than an hour. The laser was used instead of the traditional grinder and there was literally zero pain. My dentist was Dr. Julia and her assistant was Debie.

They were our family dentist for over a decade but orchestrated a public-shaming to tell my mother…read morethat they no longer take our insurance. Cancelled her appointment without telling her, still sent the appointment confirmation, and then was rude and offensive to her character when they could have skipped all the theatrics and just.. called... The man dentist also proudly hates homeless people. Mid-checkup, he was saying to his coworker while inside my mouth "What a bunch of low-life's, they have the easiest job ever". They don't deserve your time and most definitely not your money. I would not recommend anyone goes here.