I have had two surgeries with Dr Kennedy and 2/19 was the most recent…read more As a nurse there is no other way to say it ,I am a wimp when it comes to oral procedures. Dr Kennedy offered me some mild sedation for the procedure and it was a good experience for this wimp. Dr Kennedy is very understanding and personable. Dr Kennedy has one employee that was wonderful to me ; Genesis Tenecela . Genesis has a great personality, she was informative every step of the way. Genesis and Dr Kennedy made me feel safe and comfortable.

First, I am a Dentist. So, I know a little about dental care…read more When I was in active practice, I referred all of my surgical periodontal patients to Dr. Kennedy. Why? Because I could see the results and I trust him to do an excellent job. You, too, can put your trust in Dr Kennedy and his fine staff.

No one really looks forward to dental work or any kind of dental surgery. In my case, a previous…read moregeneral dentist really messed up one of my teeth...bad crown placement at least 3 times.... therefore 10+ years later I was in the situation needing a crown lengthening procedure. My surgery was yesterday morning and boy am I glad it's over...BUT, I want to give this establishment some major praise. Dr. Cote is really a godsend. I'm so glad my current dentist refers her patients to Dr. Cote for periodontal work. His bedside manner is what every patient needs and dreams of. Every person I have talked to in this office has been so pleasant and helpful...from the front desk with Billy & Trina, to Dr. Cote's assistant, Deb. I arrived at my scheduled appointment time and I was called back shortly after. The doctor thoroughly briefed me on what would be happening that morning and outlined the post op procedures and was patient with me with additional questions I had. I chose to stay awake during the process. Dr. Cote gently numbed me up with multiple shots of Novocain (this process was truly the most "pleasant" numbing situation I've ever experienced...usually this is the PITS). During the surgery, he talked me through of what he was doing and what I would be feeling with the different instruments going into my mouth. His assistant, Deb, was spectacular. She had the air suction going the whole time and suctioning excess liquid at the right spots the entire duration. This duo was exceptionally clean and truly masterful at their jobs. Not once did water or anything else splash up into my face. Previous experiences at dental establishments, I recall having water running down the side of my face onto my clothes...and debris splashing up onto my face. If you ever need periodontal work done and happen to get referred to this place, you are in the BEST hands. The doctor gave me a ring last night just to make sure I was doing okay. That's world class service right there.

Dr. Cote is very knowledgeable about his area of expertise, is patient and…read moreunderstanding/empathetic, and explained everything to me about my procedure. I have had several procedures with him now and trust him. His staff is great as well - nice, dedicated, friendly and happy - something seldom seen in a physician practice these days. I would highly recommend his services to anyone in need.

This was my first time to this dentist and the place looks brand new. They got me in and out very…read morefast. The paperwork was able to be done online on my phone which was nice. The space was clean everywhere and they use some new equipment I hadn't had used on me before (the device to take photos of my teeth), so it has more of a modern feel to it which I loved to see and experience. One of my techs seemed new, but it wasn't much of an issue. I saw Dr. Patel. She's very smart and knows her stuff. This was a new patient appt., and they checked my gums, showed me pictures, and explained everything very thoroughly. I have always had healthy teeth, so was surprised by the gum recession and wear down on my teeth that was mentioned, along with gingivitis. Getting to see what they were talking about via photos was very enlightening. I have soft plaque accumulated along the inside of my teeth on the bottom and was instructed to really get under the tooth better with my toothbrush to get it out, along with going up and down on the tooth when flossing and making sure all of the food is out between them. I also have gum recession and holes in my teeth (worn down to the dentin (2nd yellow layer of the tooth)) along the inside from clenching and grinding (which I've been told in the past but didn't realize how bad it was until they showed me pictures which was awesome to see). I've been feeling uneasy about my teeth health for a while, but was still surprised by how much my gums bled during the check. I'll be getting a gingivitis cleaning and a mouthguard here soon. I will update this post if anything goes awry (considering the 1 star reviews I was uneasy about going here at first).

Not impressed. Trying to establish myself as a new patient and I'm being given homework to get my…read moredental records. Every other dentist will at least get your old records for you. UGH, why is it so difficult to find a good dentist. Back to the search I guess. Not going here after the unwillingness to do the bare basics.

I started with 434 Dentistry by way of Dr. Burks. He was great and their staff is always amazing…read more Dr. Camacho recently took over the practice and she is wonderful! One of the things that I love and have always loved about this practice is that they know exactly who you are when you walk in. Another thing I love is that I have never waited long to be seen. Ever. I've had the same hygienist for a few years now and she is wonderful and gets the job done. I love being able to ask questions and not feel rushed about it. There is always a little bit of unease when practices switch practitioners and I have friends that have not had great experiences when things change. I'm happy to report that this is not the case and Dr. Camacho and the team are professional, caring, and the amazing team they were before.

Hands down to the best dentist and team I've ever had. Unfortunately, my insurance doesn't cover…read morethem anymore, so I have to switch, but if you're in-network here you're incredibly lucky! Dr. Camacho offers amazing care, zero pain, super friendly and professional staff I can't recommend them highly enough. Thank you for everything, I'm going to miss you all!

I've been dealing with my two front teeth since elementary school. I've had everything done caps,…read moreetc. Nothing would hold for more than a few years Finally, wanting to do something, I went to a number of dentist with no luck. Finding Dr Freyman was the best thing that could happen. Instead of the BS I got from other, and a number of "experts " telling me how it can't be done, Dr Freyman got it done. They match perfectly and I can't be happier Well done Sir!!

I am extremely disappointed and disturbed by the way this dental office handled my mother's…read moretreatment and insurance. My mother is a Humana insurance member, and she was charged thousands of dollars for dental crowns that should have been covered. The office either failed to verify her insurance benefits properly or deliberately misled her about coverage. After being concerned about the high out-of-pocket costs, my mother sought a second opinion at a different dentist. To our shock, we were told that the crowns are fully covered under her Humana plan and should never have required such a large payment. This raises serious ethical concerns about the practices at this office. Either they are not competent enough to properly process insurance claims or they are intentionally overcharging patients for procedures that should be covered. This is not just frustrating--it's financially and emotionally damaging to patients, especially seniors on fixed incomes. I strongly encourage others to get a second opinion before agreeing to any major work here and to verify everything independently with your insurance provider. We will be reporting this office to Humana and the appropriate state dental board. Patients deserve transparency and honesty--not predatory billing.

Dr. Burks has been my dentist since I was a child. The quality of work Dr. Burks does is excellent,…read moreespecially compared to other dentists I have been to. He is very nice, professional and trustworthy. Everyone in his office has been there for a long time and they are super friendly. They do a good job of getting to know their patients so you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in the door. I always recommend Dr. Burks to my friends and family.

The staff here are so incredibly friendly and helpful. Dr. Atallah is very personable and took the…read moretime to explained everything. I also appreciate that he takes pictures to show you what he sees and explains them.

Gem Dental is the best! The staff is super friendly, the office is always clean, and I love that…read morethey offer weekend appointments--it makes life so much easier. Highly recommend!

Many years ago, I wrote the story of how I dealt with my first known root canal and got to know Dr…read moreSheth. As someone who has struggled with dental phobia for years, and now spent some time travelling and trying many other dentists, I can say that Dr Sheth has been most important to my dental health. From the very first visit, Dr. Sheth took the time to listen to my concerns, explain procedures in a way that felt reassuring, and work with me to make appointments less stressful. I feel like we are both interested in my journey through the phobia, unlike the others who were about tolerating it. Most dentists didn't listen to me well at all. I'm not even sure that the practices would allow them to. It's different working with an individual dentist than as part of a chain. While I still carry some trace of my dental phobia after many years, I've learned a variety of techniques that help manage my fear and make each visit more manageable. I can't say that I'm unafraid of the needle (it's still tough), but I've discovered many things that help me focus and lower the fear. The amount of fear I feel can vary--sometimes I'm less anxious, and other times more--but I've gotten better at managing it over time. Here are a few strategies that have really helped me: * Music while listening: I've found that listening to familiar music helps me stay away from thinking about what is going on physically, which in turn lowers my phobia's power over me. If I become too aware of him and disturbed by his work, I can use it to refocus. I'm currently using imagination in connection with it. * Magnesium and Gabatrol vitamins: These have worked wonders for calming my nerves before appointments. * Eating bananas: It sounds strange, but I've found that eating bananas before my appointment helps reduce my anxiety. I've actually used this for other situations as well, like when I'm tired of being around people but still have to be. It seems to work great for the mood. * Working out before appointments: A good workout helps reduce overall tension and prepares me mentally for the appointment. I think it causes my body not to have as much nervous energy to give me. * Counting: I use counting during procedures to distract myself. Counting while breathing helps me focus on the rhythm and calm my mind. * Deep breathing: I've learned that different breath counts have different effects. Focusing on slow, deep breaths helps settle my nerves, especially when I focus on counting my breaths. Box breathing, counting to ten, counting to twenty. It's similar to how the music helps me but also it's that the long exhale causes the body to naturally relax. I've also use this elsewhere and recommended it for people suffering from fear of public speaking or from being in a car. * Making lists: I write down what I'm anxious about in life and then consciously discard the list. This helps me release the fears. This actually seems to work because less anxiety is less anxiety even if it's not about the thing bothering me the most. * Tapping techniques: Combining acupuncture and psychology, tapping techniques have worked to calm high emotions, especially before a procedure. By focusing on the pressure points, it clears my mind and helps me stay calm. * Safe place imagining: This visualization technique is incredibly helpful. It's always available and doesn't clash with the other techniques. I imagine a calm, peaceful place. I think this might be even stronger for those who are primarily visual that it is for me. The progress seems to have moved me past the fear of the drill at all. I still have some unconscious reactions and difficulty relaxing at times, but the last few years the worse of the anxiety has been disappearing when the needle is in my mouth. I'm sure I've more control over it. One of the most important things I've learned is that Dr. Sheth has always been there for me, supporting me and staying interested in my journey. Most of this recommendation is actually hs idea to use what I learned to help others facing anxiety and phobia at the dentist. Unlike other dentists I've been to, who would push me through appointments without understanding my phobia, Dr. Sheth has felt like he was on my team instead of just putting up with me. If you struggle with dental anxiety, I encourage you to give these strategies a try and also to find a compassionate dentist like Dr. Sheth, who's truly willing to work with you, not just push you through.

I just came back from a root canal here last week and am going in for another tomorrow, and I want…read moreto tell you my story about root canals. Years ago I came to this doctor and had to get a root canal. I was much different then, for the same childhood abuse that probably led me to my tooth grinding problem also left me with other problems: including an aberrant fear of needles. Getting through regular fillings had been a problem for me in the past, so I was sure root canals were going to be one of the worst experiences of my life. Well, it wasn't, in fact that first root canal might have been one of the best things to happen in my life. The doctor was so patient, walking me through it piece by piece and giving me time to rest when I needed. His assistant Pat is a compassionate soothing presence. I didn't ever see either wince or lose patience as we got through this. When it was done, I had accomplished something easily when I thought it would be hard. It built my confidence at a time when I needed it, and enabled me to be bolder in life. A couple weeks ago, I came back. I had grown in my confidence to the point where I was riding warhorses on stage for hundreds of people several times a week. I found out I had to have 1-3 more root canals. I got a little bit nervous because I did not remember the procedure, but the doctor picked up on my new confidence and we went much more boldly forward. Is it painful? Well, in a sense...but if you hit your hand or stub your toe it is far worse: whatever sensations are pain, or cold, or tired in a full 2 hour root canal fade away in seconds. I laughed more than any of those: the doctor has a set up that let me watch youtube videos as he was doing the procedure. I watched videos people had made of the Adventurer's Club, and next time maybe it will be something like Monty Python or the Muppets. When it is over, it is over. You don't leave in pain or uncomfortable in any way. In fact, I went home and ate Chinese food a couple hours later with just a slight numb sensation. I've been riding my horse, going to theme parks, and doing my show since then and am doing another root canal tomorrow and will just keep on living my life the same after that. A lot of people are afraid of root canals: you don't have to be afraid of a root canal here. I'm not saying it's pleasant, and it is a lot of money for someone like me, but this is not the big scary ordeal it's cracked up to be. If you are scared a little, that's ok. your in a supportive place. Take it from me, you might have an important growing experience instead of the scary painful one.