Absolutely the best oral surgeon and staff I've visited. Dr. Mandel save my tooth when anther…read morewanted to yank it out! Not only skilled but a kind and gentle man. Rest of the staff is awesome too.

I had a couple of teeth on both sides that had root canals and had been crowned almost 20-years…read moreago, that were failing and all four needed to be pulled. The choice was a bridge on both sides, which I wasn't crazy about on my rear molars, or to venture into world of implants. My dentist didn't offer them and recommended me to a specialist, Dr Mandel. Upon my first visit, Dr Mandel took x-rays, did an examination, and offered a game plan to attack it one side at a time. The one-side needed bone grafts, and he suggested tackling that first, and then onto the other side. However, this doubled the time frame before new crowns could be installed to six-months on that side. We discussed the process, and he thoroughly walked me through the entire procedure, answering my questions, and offering a consultative approach to making sure I was comfortable and had realistic expectations. While I was very nervous about what was involved and how long it would take, the decision was made to have it done right and to move forward with the procedure. Well, almost one year later and now having the new crowns installed, and I can say without a doubt it was a great decision. They look great, feel great, and certainly beat a bridge or dentures. While it was indeed a process, Dr Mandel was a total pro throughout the entire ordeal. He was extremely meticulous in every aspect of the journey, from the first examination, to being unbelievably good at everything around implants. In fact, it went so well, I decided to finally have a cosmetic dental makeover on my entire upper teeth. I ask Dr Mandel for a recommendation, and he sent me to another very professional and talented dentist. When all the 20-year crowns were removed on my top teeth, it became necessary to have two more teeth extracted, and once again it was determined by my dentist that two of my top teeth were gone and it was either a bridge or a couple more implants, so back to Dr Mandel. The difference is this time I had total confidence in Dr Mandel, and as before it went incredibly smooth. In a matter of a couple of hours, he performed two very difficult extractions, and like a mad scientist, placed the two implants. In the meantime, I have a temp on my entire upper teeth and will wait out the next 3-4 months before having the crowns installed so it's all done at the same time and I can get the best match. For anyone who may be scared or nervous about considering having implants vs dentures, bridges, or simply missing a tooth, it's not nearly as scary as it sounds. The key is to see a real pro like Dr Mandel. This dentist is incredible, and his mannerisms and skill make it clear he is truly a maestro at what he does. He instilled confidence every step of the way, performed extremely difficult procedures, and the outcome has become wonderful. In addition to these very important aspects, he was also one heck of a nice guy that literally couldn't have made it more pleasant through it all. I'm very appreciative that I found him to go through this process, and that it actually gave me the motivation and desire to tackle a full dental makeover. I can honestly say I don't think I would have jumped all in without Dr Mandel's encouragement, guidance, and reassurances along the way. If you find you need to have implants, be sure to check out the maestro, Dr Mandel.

Fabulous dentist and cosmetic work. Uses state of the art equipment. Staff is friendly and…read moreknowledgeable.

First and foremost, I would like to thank Clear Choice for giving me the opportunity to get my…read moreconfidence back. The entire process was, from beginning to end, was above outstanding. I want to thank the following personnel for their professionalism and great customer service: Jen (PEC) - Who explained the entire process with ease Dr. Cho - Who gave me a detailed explanation of the procedure Dr. Rami - Who performed the initial procedure and was available until the last appointment Beth (Front Desk) - Who was, always, available to answers questions Keekee, Ciara, Laura and, Maria (Assistants) - Who were dedicated to giving me the best implants that I couldn't imagine I would like to say, as a USAF Veteran of the Armed Forces, who worked in Medical Treatment Facilities throughout his career, I can say that Clear Choice and their staff are phenomenal. They made me feel welcomed at each and every appointment. Once again, I'm very honored to have been a part of this enormous experience. I would recommend them to anyone who's looking for a "New Smile". Thanks again, Julius Bee Proud Patient of Clear Choice

I had the unfortunate pleasure of having an horrendous customer service experience with Chen &…read moreAssociates and particularly with Chennel Walters their Insurance Coordinator. I had an appointment scheduled for February 6th at 2025 at 8:20 in the morning. I woke up at 7:20am to find a text from Chen and Associates informing me that my appointment would need to be cancelled due to inclement weather causing icing. There was no serious storm just light rain in the forecast and it had been warm and mild the whole week. However, I did not think much of it and happily rescheduled for the following Monday. Unfortunately I developed an ear infection on Sunday and needed to make a urgent care visit for Monday morning. I informed Chen and Associates on Sunday at 4:00pm that I would need to cancel, significantly more notice then they gave me for my prior appointment, which they confirmed. On Thursday morning of that week I received a $50 dollar charge for a missed appointment. I was not pleased about this charge and demanded it be removed and inquired why there was no policy for a $50 credit for patients if Chen and Associates needs to cancel as that would only seem fair. They removed the charge and apologized which I would have been happy to leave it at. However Chennel Walters decided it was their mission to justify charging clients for missed appointments and not having a credit if Chen and Associates cancels. They eloquently, explained that the office had to control for "thoughtless" , they never asked me why I was canceling, cancellations from patients and that Chen and Associates would only cancel for a real reason like inclement weather which she likened to a medical emergency. She also explained that they would never try to overcharge "loyal" clients. I pointed out that the weather that day was not particularly inclement and their reason for cancelling may have also been thoughtless saying: "The inclement weather? It didn't even get below freezing temps at any point below Thursday morning and it was above freezing several hours before my appointment. In fact I'm fairly certain it was raining which Additionally it had been gorgeous all week leading up to the day. But I didn't see the need to assume the worst, I suggest the doctor do the same for people who need to "thoughtlessly" cancel appointments." Obviously left a sentence incomplete, I was at work while trying to respond to Chennel Walters lovely correspondence and made a mistake. However, I think anyone reading this could see that I was pointing out that the weather conditions made improbable justifying a cancellation on their end unlikely. Chennel snarkily informed me she couldn't respond to my statement because it was incomplete before then responding to the statement she said she couldn't respond to by saying that I didn't know the weather where all their staff lived. It was above freezing through the entire state on February 6th and had been in the high to mid 40s the entire week leading up to the appointment. Needless to say I will no longer be a patient at Chen and Associates despite being a "loyal" patient prior. I would highly recommend they use this as a learning moment for Chennel and reconsider if they are the kind of person who should be interacting with clients.

The staff was exceptional. The attending professionals made sure my partials had a precise fit…read more That was first visit. Next visit I left with a secured fit and a great smile

I've never been cancelled by a dental office 3 times in a month for lack of a dental hygienist?…read moreAlso, the person greeting customers and answering phones knows nothing or completely disregards HIPPA as she loudly informed the waiting room full of people listening that I have gingivitis! How embarrassing! Yes, I complained but nothing was done. The dentist who worked on my teeth did a great job though the price was $$$ and completely out of pocket. The dental hygienist who travelled between offices was also very kind and did a fantastic job with the first part of the cleaning. There are some good competent people working at the office but the receptionist needs to learn some manners and more importantly needs to understand about the consequences of violating HIPPA. Also, 3 cancellations in a month is unacceptable.

Five stars isn't enough for Dr. Cho and his team. My husband found a local dentist and easily…read morescheduled appointments with a friendly staff. He was quickly informed over the phone that they take our insurance and the staff gave him quotes for initial X-rays, eval, and cleaning for my mom without dental insurance. The hygienist was thorough and my hubby kept commenting how his teeth felt squeaky clean and smooth for over a week! He took his old, cracked night guard for a replacement. Dr. Cho was very professional and informative in explaining the cause of the crack and recommended an affordable guard and the right thickness that'll protect his teeth. Dr. Cho also kindly taught my hubby how to safely brush his teeth to further prevent gum recession. After my husband's exemplary experience, my mom and I went in for our appt. We scheduled back to back to take turns watching my 15 month old toddler in the waiting area. We arrived early and Dr. Cho greeted us and saw my mom earlier than her appt time. My mom hasn't seen a dentist since my dad passed away 4 years ago, so she was scared. Dr. Cho's chair-side manners were superb which kept her very calm and even enthusiastic about further taking care of her teeth- she needs crowns. Dr. Cho conservatively recommended the work she needs done and before we left the office the front staff gave us quotes for her next visit. As a 7 month old pregnant mom with a toddler, I can say this office is very family friendly. Dr. Cho ordered minimal x-rays to address my worries of cavities and the staff took extra caution when taking the x-rays. The eval and cleaning was thorough and quick so laying on my back wasn't uncomfortable. There was a cute corner for my toddler to play and lots of space to walk around to enjoy her stay at the dental office while grandma's and Mom's teeth were being taken care of by Dr. Cho and his awesome staff. Now that she's familiar with the office and friendly staff, we decided to schedule our daughter's first dental appt, too. We already appreciate our new family dentist very much!

Always able to get an appointment. Family oriented. The Hygienist are really pleasant. You have to…read morefollow up with them about extras such as implants ect. I'm still trying to get a quote after asking a few times but I think I will try a cosmetic dentist for the procedure.

I'm stunned by the 1-star review that reflects nothing of what I experienced. The doctor and his…read morestaff are highly professional. Dr. Joseph worked an implant I'd been told had too little bone (he showed me exactly how much bone) and he saved me money referencing me back to my general dentist on another procedure rather than take the money and run. I am returning years later for a second opinion on a possible tooth replacement. While Dr. Joseph is clearly confident--with the skill to back it--he is also friendly, straightforward, and considerate of a patient's concerns. He is not cheap (or extravagant), but if I want a tough job done right, he's the guy.

Referred to Dr Joseph for bone graph work by another denist, within 10-minutes of meeting he was…read morethrowing me out of his office and calling the police. This whole unfortunate encounter was caused by my spontaneous reaction when he jabbed me in the gum. I'm no whimp, but after him jabbed me in the gum I reacted by pulling my head away and saying; "Ouch, what the f@ck?" He asked me to leave and when I questioned the reason for his strange behavior he kept saying; "leave the practice" "I'm calling the police". I've dealt with his alpha-personality type before, while acting nice if you do not allow them to dominate you then they become threatened and want to excert their assumed authority even more. I started taking a video towards the end of this bizarre encounter and you can see that he even tries to involve one of his patients sitting in the waiting room. Found on Youtube [/shorts/pdWLZ2Rsj7g] In my opinion, this is one Unprofessional who needs to see a professional. Greg O - March 01, 2023

Review for Nuvia Dental Implants**Located in Whitemarsh Maryland…read more In my recent experience with Nuvia Dental Implants, I ran into several issues that really impacted my impression of their service. Initially, there was a significant communication gap that led to my procedure date being canceled, and the financing company tried to charge me before any work was actually done. After I got my physical done, I reached out to Jack, the coordinator, to see if he could reschedule me. Unfortunately, he never responded at all, which I found to be very unprofessional. It felt like he just disappeared once there was a complication. To add to that, Jack had originally hyped up that he'd secure me a discount. But when I did my own research, it turned out that his "discount" wasn't much of a deal at all. Other providers were offering the same procedure for about $38,000, while he claimed their price was $50,000 and that he was giving me a "discount" at $39,000. Overall, while Nuvia may have solid technology, the lack of professionalism and transparency, especially from Jack, was a real downside in my experience.

I can't even begin to put into words about nuvia dental i could write a whole book about how…read morehorrible this place is and was. From day one on febuary 27 2024 until today 5 sets of teeth and they are still not right. I was told i would get a partial refund due to going through all that i have went through and they lied the managment is a joke i will post pictures of all the tag they gave me and told me that im a complanier and i will never be happy we'll I'll leave the pictures down below and still my teeth are not done they haven't even reached out my teeth have holes in them they didn't fill in and other issues. If you need arches DO NOT GO HERE. I PROMISE YOU WILL REGRET IT. 2years of huge bad teeth and so much pain and even scared my face due to an infection in my mouth arms they don't even care. They're all about money

If I could give zero stars, I would.... Words of advice, stay far away from this guy. He has a hand…read moretremor, which made him mess up when he was giving me the novocaine injection. He left me with permanent nerve damage since 2012. I can't taste on one whole side of my tongue, can't feel it, so I'm constantly biting it. I have been to several other Doctors for their opinions. The Microsurgeon said that she could try and fix it but it would not restore my taste and only gave me a20% rate of success. I just came across another woman who also has permanent nerve damage from Dr. Carrion. Unless you want permanent problems, find a more reputable Oral Surgeon. He should not have a license.

AWESOME Surgeon. I had a bilateral tmj implant surgery done (8 hr surgery ) , Dr. Carrion and his…read moreteam took great extensive care of me before during and even months afterwards. I would highly recommend Dr. Carrion for your oral surgery needs.

If you are seeking quality care, friendly & relatable staff, impeccable chair-side service, and a…read moreteam that is passionate about their practice and their people then this is the dental team for you! I found Dental Designs of Maryland (White Marsh Location) on Google and I am kicking myself that I haven't been here sooner! For context, I had a pretty gnarly dental experience that kept me away for two years (for shame, I know. Don't judge me), so I had a lot of trepidation going back after so long and after such a terrible experience. From the moment I walked through the door and was greeted by the biggest, brightest smiles, I knew I was in the right place. This office exudes warmth, inclusivity, and care. I was immediately taken into the back (I pre-filled my forms, so no wait time at all), given a tour of the office, and was informed every single step of the way to help me set expectations. Not only was Dr. Santos extremely knowledgable but her and her team were also kind and informative - I knew what was going to happen, what was happening, and what next steps would be each step of the way. I've already convinced my husband to make an appointment too! I have a long journey ahead (wisdom teeth removal, braces, and cleanings) and I couldn't feel more at home with this practice. I trust them completely to take great care of me on this journey to reinvent my smile! I'd give them 100 stars if I could!

So far, I'm impressed! After moving to Baltimore, I needed a new dentist. My search narrowed it…read moredown to 2 and one couldn't see me for months and then wouldn't answer the phone. Dental Designs it is, and I think I chose wisely. The staff was so pleasant when I arrived. I even got a quick tour, which included a peep at their 'molar making machine'. No that's not what it's called, but I don't remember its technical name. It's like a Dental 3D printing machine that makes teeth (an easy description, but in a nutshell). Can you believe that?! Crazy. Dr. Dezwirek and the whole team were on point. Of course, as a new patient I had to take Xrays. When Dr. Dez examined me he had already reviewed my XRays. And when Cindy cleaned my teeth I realized she too had reviewed my XRays. They were all on it. What's that saying, you never get a second chance to leave a first impression; they left a good one.

First, just want to note that Yelp in error lists Jeffrey Platt, DDS as a Dental Surgeon, when he…read moreis in General Dentistry. My husband has been a long-time patient, and I joined as a patient when we married two years ago, assuming he was a good dentist who would never compromise my efforts to be as healthy as possible since he is also a vegan. That has turned out to be a very poor assumption. I am giving him the lowest possible rating because of a shocking recent experience. I have some areas of gum recession that cause inflammation to flare up from trapped bacteria. Dr. Platt recommended that I have these areas below the gum line "bonded" with a resin-type material. I took his advice on two such areas late in December 2012, and the result was fantastic. However, a similar gum inflammation flared up a week later on an adjacent molar with a cap and root canal, so I made another appointment to get it fixed the same way on 1/2/2013. This simple procedure turned out to be a big mistake with long-term health ramifications for me. Instead of doing the same resin bonding he did on the other two, WITHOUT INFORMING ME, he decided to use another type filling which a subsequent dentist (with a 100% approval rating on HealthGrade.com) told me contained MERCURY. At the time, Dr. Platt just told me he used "a different material" that would bond better to the cap. You can imagine how upset I was when I learned what it contained because I take great care to avoid mercury in my mouth and in my diet. I even take an ultra-purified Omega-3 fish oil supplement to avoid that highly toxic metal! Because the inflammation in my gum did not subside quickly as it did the other times after this same procedure, I returned to his office on 1/11/2013 as he had recommended. He examined the tooth again with his new filling and then told me that I had decay under the cap - and probably needed that root canal redone. In fact, he told me that according to his notes, he had told me before he did this filling that I had decay under that cap and that I had refused his recommendation to replace it. I could not believe my ears - or my eyes when he showed me his notes. This man cannot communicate effectively! Nine days earlier, he had x-rayed that tooth and said he found no decay or problem with the root canal. He did say, however, that replacing the cap would be a permanent solution to the gum recession problem on that tooth - and that sometimes there could be a little decay under the cap so he usually recommends replacing it. Yet, he did not strongly recommend it, and he certainly did not say there was decay under the cap! To me, decay is like cancer. I don't play around when I have it. He gave me two options, one more permanent (and much more costly) than the other. I simply chose the less expensive filling because it had worked so well on two other teeth with the same problem. Had he told me he strongly suspected decay, I would have had him investigate it further and possibly replace that cap. He did not. In fact, the problem turned out to be not some hidden decay or inflamed root, but simply that big pieces of his new special material filling had fallen out, creating more gaps to trap bacteria as before and causing the inflammation to return. Next business day, I went to Dr. Saccoh in Joppa to get a second opinion and learned what was really going on. Fortunately, that same night, the rest of that dark, toxic filling fell out (after just 2 weeks), and Dr. S cleaned the rest of it out pretty easily and replaced it with a resin filling - for $30 less. He did an AP x-ray to be sure the root tips were not infected, he was not concerned at all about there being any hidden decay, and he did a resin filling. Even though Dr. Platt later left word for me that he had used a glass ionomer type filler, it was very, very dark and seemed to have a LOT of silver metal mixed into it. D. S said he was certain it contained MERCURY, and he disposed of it accordingly as it is considered extremely Hazardous Material. Unfortunately for me, I swallowed probably half of that filling, which bonded terribly to the cap, because I never even suspected it was my new filling! I thought it was just pieces of walnut shells I was eating several times that week. This could seriously affect my health one day. So, I no longer have any trust in Dr. Platt. He communicates very poorly. His preferred filling material did not even last a month, and he was not forthcoming with me when I asked about the filling material he used. Furthermore, if I had used the referral he gave me, I would have wasted $110 to be seen by an endodontist unnecessarily. Instead, I received a refund from Dr. Platt and sought a 2nd opinion from a highly rated dentist - who is now my and my husband's new dentist. Please just beware!

I highly recommend Dr. Platt! I get very anxious when I have any dental work done and ask for…read moreNitrus any time I have anything other than cleaning. Judy is a great Hygenist also. Dr. Platt has done extensive work on my teeth, many fillings, crowns and a bridge and he is a very patient, understanding dentist and I think he geniunely cares! He has given me his home phone number. I don't think there's many dentists or doctors out there that have given out their home phone numbers these days! He also follows up with a call the day after to see how you are doing for more of the intricate work.