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    Science of Smiles

    4.6 (185 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Services - Science of Smiles

    Cavity treatment

    Dental exams

    Orthodontics

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    Teeth cleaning

    Tooth filling replacement or repair

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    The staff is always friendly and professional. My appointment was timely and pain free per usual.

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    simply the best... and compassionate... Detail oriented... When people ask, I send them only

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    Dr Stender is the best! I love everyone here so attentive in front of office as well as techs! A great experience today

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    A person of this low a quality should not have a professional practice. I'd take my mouth somewhere else.

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    Very impressed with the knowledgeable and friendly staff, and cutting edge tech used in this office

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    Great service and best staff - highly recommend. Always very thorough and explain your financial and treatment options.

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    Ask the Community - Science of Smiles

    What type of insurance is accepted here?

    I am so sorry, Maria. Your message was send on our day off. We take most PPO insurance. Yet, please call our office to confirm your particular insurance and plan with our office manager, Pearl. Thank you!

    I have A pretty bad case of tmj, and I also have wisdom teeth that need to be pulled, is it possible to get them removed without a lot of pulling and tugging?

    Hi T’Sara, We are sorry to hear about your TMJ issues. We treat both TMJ issues and also remove… Read more

    Is the Tmj consultation free if not how much would it be?

    T'Sara J. ~ Yes, we do provide free TMJ consultations. Please call our office so we may better understand your TMJ issue. We will look forward to hearing from you!

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    Review Highlights - Science of Smiles

    Pearl and the rest of the front desk team is efficient, friendly, professional and always willing to help.

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