I came to White Bear Dentists on a whim, and I mean literally. I saw a sign in the parking lot of…read moreStarbucks about how for a very low cost they were doing a special for new patients; x-rays, cleaning and exam for less than $100. And for a person with no insurance, this is really something awesome. I have had Dr. Holtz do a exam, and on my first visit I had learned that I had a weird chip in one of my teeth. (Honestly, I was probably just shoving food too quickly into my mouth one day and probably chipped it.) But luckily, I could get it filled that day; and the really nice thing about White Bear Dentists is that I was able to meet with one of the receptionists, and we talked about possible price options for my filling. I was able to enroll into the smiles discount program for a small cost, and was able to get the filling done for a decent price. (Honestly, it better than getting a cavity and going through that) I have since then, referred my boyfriends, and my mother to White Bear Dentists. Dr. Holtz even did an emergency fill on one of my boyfriends chipped tooth, and did 7 cavity fillings in one sitting on another. White Bear Dentists is really a great place for people who have insurance but also for those people who have no insurance. They really talk about what needs to be talked about like prices and the type of care BEFORE you get things done. And this really does matter when you're paying out of pocket. Bottom Line: I LOVE White Bear Dentists, and honestly, you might too! Give it a try and who knows, you might have a new dentist.

The first dentist I saw was amazing, but then she left. The second one was very pushy about…read moreunnecessary treatments that would have cost me thousands of dollars. When I got a second opinion, I didn't need any of what he was trying to scare me into getting. He got irritated when I said I simply couldn't afford it. He pushes root canals when they aren't needed. The front desk and hygienists are wonderful, it's a shame the dentist is the way he is. I'd stay away unless you have perfect teeth already.

So disappointed in this dental clinic. Many disappointments…read more 1. The receptionist repeatedly told me incorrect billing charges when I checked out. I normally don't carry checks and brought one with me and completed it based on the amount she quoted. Once I was done, she asked for more money! Of course, that left me with no way to pay, so I had to mail a second check. This happened twice. 2. I had a question about the strong-dose teeth whitener they sold me but when I asked for a call back to address my question, nobody called. I left a second message, and that also resulted in silence. 3. During one appointment, the dentist went on a rant about "young people" and their poor vocabularies. He continued this critical rant throughout my appointment. It seemed directed at his dental assistant, who was the only "young" person in the room. I was extremely uncomfortable and embarrassed. Couldn't wait for this appointment to end. 4. The dentist was doing some expensive and extensive work, and it seemed like something wasn't going right. I called the clinic to get assurance about it and the receptionist blew off my concerns. I anticipated that the dentist would call so we could discuss it all, but he didn't. But at my next appointment, he refused to talk to me, did his work, and sent me on my way. 5. When I stopped at the reception desk to pay, the receptionist gave me an amount and I wrote the check, and then she AGAIN corrected the amount as I was about to hand her the check, AGAIN requiring that I mail a second check. 6. As I was writing my check, I heard the dentist, who was around the corner and out of sight, say something derogatory about me. The receptionist looked startled and embarrassed. I changed positions so the dentist could see me and when he did, he didn't apologize but he did say that he thought I had already left! I thought he might reconsider his unprofessional behavior and the impact it had on me. But I never heard from him. 7. The dentist mocked my choice of color for a crown. Although it seems to match most of my teeth perfectly, he criticized me several times. And while he was doing that, he repeatedly tapped my teeth with the end of a non-sterile crown color sample. Who knows where that thing had been. And why did he knock it against my teeth? 8. I've stopped my dental work because this dentist makes me so uncomfortable. I have no idea what is going on at this clinic. I can speculate that the dentist and his staff are incompetent about responding to customer concerns. Maybe they just assume patients shouldn't ask questions and are threatened when they do. I paid thousands of dollars, I paid my bill in full at each appointment or immediately after when the receptionist made errors, I was courteous and trusting and hoped to get quality dental care. I'm a senior citizen and disabled and make an easy target for some people, I suppose. But I wouldn't expect this kind of behavior from professionals at a dental clinic.

From the owner: Family Dentistry Serving White Bear Lake and Surrounding Communities…read more Located in White Bear Lake, Dr. Charles Kaminski has served the area since 1999. Our practice provides high quality dental services, including total preventive care, with a focus on cosmetic, family and restorative dentistry. We pride ourselves on using the latest techniques and procedures available in the industry. What makes us different? We listen to our patients. Our dentists and staff spend time with each patient to understand your goals and concerns about your teeth. Most importantly, we take the necessary time to help you make the choices that best fit your needs. Our services include: Dental implants Dental sealants Dentures Tooth whitening Veneers I.V. sedation Crowns and bridges Scaling and root planing Through advances in technologies, Dr. Kaminski helps patients achieve and maintain optimum oral health...

I do not recommend this dentist. After the work that she did, it has cost me thousands of dollars…read moreto correct. Other dentists have told me that the posts were made too thin and my caps are breaking off because of it. I have had numerous oral surgeries to receive implants for new caps because of her work. I currently have three missing teeth that will cost me thousands more to repair.

Twin Cities Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery provides excellent care. Just had a second extraction…read moreprior to an implant (which they will do in a couple of months or so) and I would not return if these specialists were in name only. The staff was friendly and competent and Dr. Downie was friendly and efficient. They were so good I brought my special needs daughter to this team with no fears of how her extraction would be handled. Well done.

Was referred by my regular dentist for biopsies of some white plaque (leukoplakia) in my mouth…read more The biopsy was tolerable, however, one of the stitches fell out by that afternoon, and I was having more pain than could be controlled with tylenol and advil. I left a message about the stitch (which left a hole in the back of my mouth) that wasn't returned for hours, and was then told "not to worry about it - it's common for stitches to fall out." Post procedure pain management was inadequate, and extremely distressing. I would specifically NOT go back to this practice for anything more invasive since they didn't adequately address pain control for this fairly minor (but quite painful) procedure. There was a pretty uncomfortable sense also that this practice is highly focused on money and profitability. Despite the fact that my insurance might cover some of the nearly $700, I had to pay this amount up front. Y'all could have waited to see what my insurance was going to cover, or maybe even just required half of the amount of front. It was cringe-inducing.

Dr Vollmer is the best. He kept me informed on everything that was going to happen ahead of time…read more The staff is also fantastic, they all took very good care of me. Plus, double ice cream!! Everyone took great care of me.

They did a fine job with the wisdom teeth removal for my son, however, you better hope your…read moreinsurance company pays quickly. If not, they will call you enough to drive you crazy. Then, they will start threatening you that you have to pay if the insurance doesn't, even though they supposedly checked with the insurance ahead of the procedure. Repeated calls. Upset back office people. They even said they would bill my son!! Go anywhere else.

We scheduled an urgent appointment online, they canceled it when we got there because they take…read morewalk ins, what's the point of making an appointment online when they cancel because they are full? They accepted a walk in right before us. Front desk lady was terrible and didn't offer any solutions. Terrible company and customer service.

Got fillings and a crown back in August 2024…read more Was told immediately upon getting the crown i might have to come back and get a root canal on that tooth. Total bill well over 7000, with insurance they said they accepted, accordong to my receipt, insurance paid for about 100$ of care when my insurance plan claims it would pay for up to 50 percent of services like xrays, cleaning, fillings. When crown became so painful that i cant chew or close my mouth, told i would have to pay out of pocket (again) since my insurance expired. Ran out of numbing agent during teeth scaling, had an open nerve rinsed with water which caused excruciating pain. Wish i went anywhere else but here.

Not all dentists are created equal! My wife refered me to Veneman a number of years ago because she…read morewas happy with their care. For the first few years of care I was happy. Good dental care, nice people, not pushing to sell dental work I didn't need - in fact, they didn't push me to do work I did need. Two months ago they warned me that I should have a crown done. While eating a burger the tooth they warned me about cracked. I was not in pain, but they fit me in the next day. I have had a lot of crowns done, and none were a good experience. Dr. Kelsey was great. I was fitted with a temporary crown that day and the permenant was ready within a few days. The new crwon is better than the real tooth that chipped. It almost makes me want to have more crowns done! I said almost.

I feel Dr. Veneman and his staff have treated me with kindness and a an unselfish service that is…read moredone regarding my feelings not just as a customer but as a person. There has always been a full explanation of the procedures they follow with a focus helping me feel comfortable with the work needed to be done. When I have a significant problem in my mouth, the clinic always makes the time to see me on a very short notice. Everything in the appointment is done with a smile. Thank you, Dan Vesey

My family have been long time patients here and have received great care with Drs Erickson, Aamodt…read moreand the entire team. Would strongly recommend their service, without any reservation.

Everyone here lives up to the concept of Gentle Dentistry. From how you're greeted upon entering…read morethe relaxing waiting area to how the hygienists escort you back to the dental chair to the wonderful way Dr. Petersen relates and treats you, I can't say enough great things about Isaacson Gentle Dentistry. They live up to their name.

A True Dental Emergency Hero! I can't say enough good things…read moreabout Dr. Mike Weisbrod and the entire team at Isaacson Gentle Dentistry. On Friday at 5:15 PM, a nightmare scenario unfolded: my front crown and tooth completely fell out. I was incredibly shaken and embarrassed. The thought of facing the weekend with a gap in my smile was devastating. Thankfully, I called Dr. Weisbrod, and to my immense relief, he squeezed me in at 6:45 PM that same day. His willingness to help during an emergency like that was just incredible. Dr. Weisbrod was wonderful. He immediately put me at ease, clearly explained all the options for restoring my tooth, and expertly provided a temporary fix. I was so grateful to be able to face the weekend without that missing tooth. Even better, he scheduled me for a permanent solution appointment within the same week! The customer service, as always, was amazing across the board. Everyone at Isaacson Gentle Dentistry is so professional and compassionate. If you're looking for a dentist who goes above and beyond, especially in an emergency situation, I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Mike Weisbrod and Isaacson Gentle Dentistry. They turned a very stressful experience into a manageable one, and I am so grateful for their quick thinking and compassionate care. Thank you so much Dr. Weisbrod for taking care of me!