Best dentist in Texas! The staff were great made me feel comfortable in a nervous situation. Went…read morein with trepidation from past experiences and came out knowing no matter where I live in Texas I will drive back to see Dr. Briggs and his staff. No pain, actually barely remember being there for the 2.5 hours I was worked on. Thank you Athens Smiles you guys are the best! Matter fact lol I will be making routine visits as you are suppose to now knowing I am with a great dentist and staff! Keep up the great work guys!!

Staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. I lived that I did not spend much time in the waiting…read moreroom. Cleaning went very smoothly. When I broke a tooth the next month they got me in the same day from when I called

Kala is the greatest hygienist! Super friendly, and she is able to make the whole hygiene…read moreexperience enjoyable with her knowledge and friendly demeanor. She is able to explain the process and suggests techniques to use at home. She is a wealth of knowledge and friendly demeanor. Dr Allen recently did a crown for me. He explained the importance of the procedure and changed that experience from one I dreaded to one that made a process that was particularly painless and beneficial to my dental health for years to come. I've already scheduled another one. The office staff typically are knowledgeable across the board. The whole team makes the experience quick, informative and efficient. I have found a place to call "my dentist"!

Great personable office staff. The doctors go above and beyond as well as the hygienist. Very…read morepleasant experience.

I've been to half a dozen different dentists in Tyler and Athens & most of them are your typical…read moresmall conversation rhetoric and average work performed for a hefty bill even with insurance. I had some pretty hefty work done with Dr Rigney and here is my honest takeaway : Key difference with my three visits at Athens Advanced dental was, Dr Risinger was not there to give me bs or talk to me like a child. He was courteous , patient and stating the facts of what he believed was best for me with options. I felt like he wasn't trying to sell me on anything, just the facts and answered every one of my many questions. I also felt zero pain with major work done. He was the only dentist in 10 years that took his time to explain any and all concerns I had including insurance questions and didn't make me feel like I was just a sale. Great doctor and an amazing staff. 5 stars.

This is the most unprofessional dentist office! They do shady billing and try to say your…read moreinsurance won't cover certain items, so they don't file the claim for the items. They charge you full price for the items they don't file the claim for. When you call them out on not filing they claim, Joann says she has to file a paper claim now and it takes 45 days. That is BS! I have been trying to get reimbursed since January this year and they give you the run around and blame my insurance company. Even had a conference call with my insurance company and Joann that does the billing because my insurance wanted to know why they didn't file the claim. The dentist is a whole different story as well! He comes in, doesn't speak to you, gets an attitude with the dental assistant and degrades her constantly because she isn't moving as fast as he thinks she should. Doesn't explain what he is going to do and is aggressive while working in your mouth.

Although the staff at this dental office have always been friendly in their demeanor, the quality…read moreof care I received left a lasting impact--and not in a good way. During a visit for two fillings, the technician applied numbing gel to my gums but didn't allow it time to take effect before administering the injection. The pain was excruciating. From there, the procedure became overwhelming. I understand that certain tools and techniques are necessary, but the manner in which things were done felt incredibly inconsiderate. Instruments were inserted without any reassurance or concern for how I was coping. I was visibly shaking and crying from the intensity of it all, yet not once did anyone pause to check in or ask if I was okay. The experience made me feel less like a patient and more like a task to be completed. Compassion should never be optional in healthcare, especially during moments of vulnerability. I'll never forget the feeling, I now get extremely anxious when walking in.

Called and scheduled an appointment for a cleaning specifically. I showed up and they wouldn't do…read morethe cleaning, insisting that I come back for a different appointment for a cleaning since it was already 3:30 and they close at 5 (I'd already been there for 30 minutes). Why schedule my requested cleaning appointment at 3 pm when I call if you know you won't actually do the cleaning? Just completed wasted my time and obviously just trying to double bill me. Really sad experience.

Fixed my chipped tooth quick and efficiently. Not only did…read morethey manage to squeeze me in before the holidays. The care and consideration they took for my appointment went beyond what I expected. They always do a great job and I couldn't ask for a better place to get treated.

I had full mouth implants. Couldn't ask for anything better. Dr Masey and his staff are fantastic…read moreand the quality of work was excellent

I've had lots of dental work over the years with crowns, root canals etc. I have been to more than…read morea few dentists. I can honestly say hands down that Dr. Coker and his entire staff are by far the best! Recently, my husband and I both had some cosmetic work done and he did an amazing job. Definitely won't find a better dental office in East Texas. Can't recommend them enough!

I have known Dr. Rick Coker and his wife for at least 17 years. I ran into a emergency dilemma with…read moremy lower permanent retainer I had from having braces about 28 years ago. The left side came unglued and was springing up and poking me. Very painful!! I guess 28 years of the glue holding was a good long time, but time was up! I called my regular dentist and they could not help me, instead referred me to an orthodontist. I went there, and upon leaving I could tell what they did was not going to last, as it felt very thin for some reason. I was right, the very next morning, the retainer sprang loose again and I was in the same boat. I called Dr. Coker's office and spoke to Mary, who had me come in right away. I should have called Dr. Coker in the first place. I went in, and his assistant thoroughly applied the best adhesive ever and got my retainer back in place. I imagine it will hold another 28 years or better! I would highly recommend Dr. Coker's Smile Studio for any and all tooth situations and especially emergencies with your adhesive glue! They are a wonderful group and do terrific work. I will definitely go back again and again. Highly recommend!! Kim Harden

I chose this office because of their advertising and message that they help patients "love your…read moresmile." Unfortunately, my experience was the opposite. I was seeking a simple two-tooth flipper. Instead, I experienced months of frustration, poor communication, and an unsatisfactory result. This was not my first removable appliance. I had successfully worn a flipper for many years, so I knew a natural-looking and functional result was achievable. When the first flipper was delivered, I was unhappy with its appearance. I communicated my concerns directly to Dr. Denson and Christie, provided photographs, written notes, and specific requested changes, and gave the office every opportunity to address the issues. At my second appointment, after waiting approximately 46 minutes to be seen, I received a revised appliance that still failed to address the concerns I had clearly identified. The appliance continued to have significant aesthetic issues involving tooth shape, gum contours, proportions, opacity, and overall harmony with the surrounding teeth. These concerns were known before the original appliance was even made and remained after the revision. To be clear, my issue was not that the appliance differed from my previous flipper or Essix. I understood an exact replica was not possible. My concern was that the appliance was aesthetically poor in its own right. When I explained to Leah that the revised appliance still had the same issues and, in my opinion, looked worse than the first version, the interaction became uncomfortable. My spouse, who attended the appointment with me, shared my concerns. Rather than feeling heard, I felt my concerns were dismissed. I ultimately removed my own bib, left the appliance at the office, requested a refund, and was then asked to wait even longer to speak with Dr. Denson despite already being late for another appointment after the lengthy wait. This was not the first time I experienced excessive wait times. I left feeling that my dissatisfaction was being treated as a problem rather than a legitimate concern. After persistently following up myself due to poor communication, I eventually received an offer of only a partial refund along with a letter terminating the doctor-patient relationship. While I understand a dentist has the right to discontinue a patient relationship, it was disappointing to be dismissed as a patient rather than have my concerns meaningfully addressed and resolved. I also requested that the refund process be handled remotely through written communication, electronic signatures, and either a mailed check or refund to the original payment method. Despite this, I was instructed to return to the office in person, creating additional inconvenience and stress. What makes this experience particularly disappointing is that I did everything reasonably possible to help achieve a successful outcome. I provided photographs, written instructions, specific feedback, and allowed the office to revise the appliance. Despite those efforts, the final work remained subpar and my concerns were never adequately addressed. I also felt significant pressure toward extensive restorative treatment throughout my time at the practice. In hindsight, I am grateful this experience occurred before proceeding with larger and more expensive dental work. If Dr. Denson could not provide a satisfactory result with a relatively straightforward removable appliance, I was no longer comfortable trusting him with more complex restorative treatment. To add insult to injury, after years of routine six-month cleanings at this office, and even bringing to their attention that I think I have a cavity each time with no resolve, my new dentist has informed me that I have multiple cavities. I fully expect a generic response from them on here rather than accountability. Between Dr. Denson's attitude, the lack of professionalism shown by staff, the poor communication, and the disappointing quality of work, I cannot recommend this practice to anyone seeking highly aesthetic dental treatment.

Dr. Kieth, and Dr. D, have been very good to me over the years. I've had multiple emergency…read moredentistry issues, and they've always been able to help quickly. The staff is fun and friendly and are always eager to help.

Dr. Nicholas Medel and his staff provided excellent care and treatment for me on 3/9/26. Very…read moreprofessional, and thorough. Slight sedation was perfect. The procedure was completed with no complications or any discomfort afterwards. Great job Dr. Medel and staff.

I hated the place. The older doctor had no bedside manner at all. I will never go there again.read more

BEST Dentist & staff EVER !!!!!! Waited 1100 miles to get…read morehome to go here Wish I could give more stars !! Enough said....

Excellent Dentist and staff that has worked together as a Team for many years. Clean office and…read morefriendly staff. Go see Dr. Tom! You will be glad you did!