Excellent care! I highly recommend him! Had a cap put on no pain at all! Thanks you so much Thomas team!

Overcharged for regular cleaning...was told they charged extra in hopes they would get it covered by insurance. It did not get covered. If I did not inquire about it, I would not have gotten a small refund. So, if you do not double check they cheating people out of their money. Also, (a separate incident) created an inaccurate estimate for procedure, showing insurance would cover for more than they ended up. Costing me about 9000$ out of pocket for teeth removal. Then, I compared with other dental offices after the fact and they charge 3x the price for a cleaning! The only positive is the staff is nice. But not worth the higher price! read more

DO NOT GO TO THIS DENTIST!!! My daughter who is a college student made her own appointment, and they took advantage of her lack of experience and knowledge when it comes to these things. First of all, she was NOT told that she had to pay over $2000 up front because they are not in network with Delta Dental. They should have also advised my daughter the fact that they are not in network. When I spoke to the office manager Gina, I informed her that the upfront charge was not clearly communicated/explained to my daughter, she insisted that it was! I insisted that my daughter did not have any knowledge of this, otherwise we would have definitely went somewhere else. @ Thomas Dental Care, please do a better job explaining the charges to these college kids. Stop taking advantage of the fact that they dont understand the process. You guys are horrible! read more

My daughter was required to self-pay even though they filed with our insurance. Then it was up to our insurance to reimburse us. The problem was they bill the patient as me instead of my daughter. I found this out after my cleaning was denied because I "exceeded" my allotted number of cleanings for the year. We contacted Dr. Thomas' office to correct the claim with insurance, but they have failed to do so. Consequently, I personally still have a denied claim with my dentist. Also, my daughter complained to us that Dr. Thomas' staff constantly tried to up-sell her for non-covered items and procedures. read more

I scheduled an appointment online due to a broken tooth and when I showed up promptly 10 minutes before my 8:30 appointment the office was a ghost town. No one was in sight and the door was locked. The hours on the door claimed to be 7:30am-3:00pm. I even got a text confirming my appointment. I called several times and left several messages with no response. Very unprofessional. I am extremely confused, frustrated, and disappointed that I was not able to be seen. read more

All of the staff at Thomas dental care that I spoke with was really friendly and I can tell that they cared about what I had to say. The initial exam was very thorough, and they were very informative about giving information on any questions that I asked them. I will definitely keep coming back and will refer anyone and everyone that I can there who needs a new dentist to go to. You can tell that they cared about their patients and it really shows. read more

My experience was wonderful. The staff is so kind and caring. Dr. Thomas explained everything to me and he was kind and professional. I apprecriate all they do in making sure their patients are well taken care of. So glad my friend referred me to Dr. Thomas. You all are the best...such "high quality care." Thank you, thank you, thank you! Vanessa Goss :) read more

Diana needs to be fired from the front desk area her incompetence is unbelievable. I payed for everything the day of my appointments up front. Was told one price then charged another but I foolishly didn't speak up. They probably took advantage of the fact I'm younger. Anyway, I needed to find old things from this place for a new dentist I started seeing & discovered in my spam that Diana sent an email saying I owed over $100 for services. However the last day I spoke with someone over the phone I asked if I had any balances left over and was told no and now they're threatening to send the bill to collections. Avoid this place they overcharge & are clearly trying to scam people. read more

I've been coming here for years. Dr. Thomas and his team are great! Professional, gentle, and make good recommendations for preventive care. I did Invisalign through this office and the results have been great. My mom also recently started coming here after a bad experience with another dental office in town and is happy that she switched over. Couple recommendations: First, insurance has always been a headache for me, but that's on my side. Make sure you verify with your insurance company about what is covered and what is not. Second, a couple times appointments have gone longer than expected for me, since I do occasionally go on my lunch break. Make sure you verify the appointment length ahead of time. Location is accessible with a free parking lot in the back of the building. read more

The office manager (Diana) Knowingly presents false estimates for insurance or she is not applying the PPO write-off. Insurance provider states they are in Network and the numbers presented reflect in Network PPO amounts. After the work is done, Diana would not apply the required PPO discount. I have a balance and she turned it over to collections. She also got caught in a lie, because she told me they aren't in network with any insurance. Okay, so why did you show me numbers that you knew were not accurate and didn't even tell me that I'm not in network. Lies. read more

Sorry, but the office never told me to contact my insurance company prior to appointment. I wouldn't have minded if the office apologized for not giving me accurate information, but to double down and say I was the one at fault tells me all I need to know about this dentist. read more

Highly recommend for people who decide to do the invisaline. I did invisaline back in China before I come to here. They did a good job but because of Covid, it is hard for me to travel back and forth. After my retainer broke, I reached out to Thomas Dental care and ask Dr. Thomas if I can adjust my front teeth because I feel it still have slight buck teeth. He is really professional and when I talk to him I can see he is very passionate about what he is doing. The result is wonderful and I am really satisfy with it! read more

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I called about 15 mins ago and I'll start by saying my experience was not the best from start to finish. I didn't catch the name of the lady I spoke to but she had a heavy accent. I inquired about orthodontia and asked if they offered both services (Invisalign and Braces). I asked her if I can go in for a consult. I told her I was only available after 3:30 and she stated it wasn't possible and she would give me a call back after something becomes available. Then she also stated that due to me only being able to come in after 3:30 I should reconsider going to their office. Overall, I didn't feel welcomed when I spoke to her and I wouldn't consider going in for a consultation because the way this lady handled a new customer wasn't welcoming at all. read more

The worst dental care I have ever experienced. We can start with the insurance mix up. The "health care professional" if you can even call them that, at the front desk somehow mixed up my paperwork with someone else's and was trying to blame me for the wrong insurance information, and that was AFTER she was attempting to charge me without insurance! I seriously have never been treated so poorly at any dental/medical appointment. I just went in for a routine cleaning, and Dr. Thomas and whoever was assisting him may have been a little rusty that day, because I have never experienced so much pain from just one simple cleaning. I'm not sure if they just had the tools on too high, or what. But, I will never be returning to this nightmare dentistry.. I'm sure there are plenty of other places around this side of Davis that will start with at least treading their customers with some respect! read more

I'm currently a UCD student and had an emergency the other night. One of my front teeth got knocked out and I didn't know what to do. I quickly searched yelp for a competent dentist and ended up here. Best decision I've ever made. Excellent service, great dentist and Dr. Thomas fixed my tooth painlessly. If you are looking for a dentist, or go to UCD, please check out Dr. Thomas, he is excellent. read more

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I NEVER LEAVE REVIEWS BUT THIS PLACE DESERVED ONE! HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! The staff members are super unprofessional, rude, and ALL they care about is money! Additionally, Dr. Thomas is geriatric now and has no business practicing still. Outdated technology and not up to date on new advsnces in dentistry. You are just a number to them and they will try to overcharge you for everything and lie and say you need certain things that you truly do not need. I HIGHLY recommend going to an honest dental professional! DAVIS SMILES DENTISTRY is fair honest and serves patients from all walks of life! read more

Have been here a couple times, and each time I leave, I am super happy with the service I receive. Everyone on staff here is so nice, and Dr. Thomas makes going to the dentist a little less scary. I was having some sensitivity from a recent filling I got back at my home dentist in Southern California because I cracked my tooth during a trip in Europe (don't ask). Dr. Thomas took an X-ray and found that there was a small gap in the original filling and was able to patch it back up super quickly. My insurance wouldn't cover me for this filling, since I already got it covered back in Southern California, so the receptionist printed out a quote for me as to what I would have to pay to get it refilled. I love how clear they make everything. A week later, I received a call from one of the receptionists to ask how the filling was holding up and if I was still experiencing any pain. If that isn't great customer service I don't know what is! They really care about each of their patients, and it really shows! Another thing I love about this place is how easy it is to make an appointment. Each time I have called, I've been able to get in either that same day or the next day. Especially in my case, it's great that I was able to get in very fast to fix this problem. Overall, I'd highly recommend this dental office for anyone needing any dental work! read more

DO NOT come here unless you want to be tricked into paying a lot out of pocket. I told the receptionist Diana that I did not want anything done that my insurance wouldn't cover. She then showed me a paper showing exactly what I was getting done and then said that I wouldn't have to pay anything because I "have really good insurance" . After getting what I needed done, I get a bill in the mail 3 months later saying I owe way more out of pocket. Horrible front desk. read more

Overall, I'm very happy with Thomas Dental Care. My mouth is pretty healthy so I've only been in for routine procedures. They accept my UCD grad student SHIP. Scheduling has been easy, and the administrative staff are pleasant. I have been to 2 hygienists, both were very nice and gentle on my mouth. Dr. Thomas is kind and professional. I had my first ever cavity filled here, and it was quick and painless. They have recommended other more cosmetic procedures, but were not pushy when I turned them down. The only minor issue I had was that on my first visit, I hadn't been to a dentist in a few years (heh oops). The hygienist recommended I get a "deep gum cleaning" which would cost me $400 out of pocket, and required a few extra appointments and anesthetic. I trusted her judgment as it had been quite a while for me. When I came in for the procedure, I was seen by a different hygienist who was surprised that procedure had been recommended for me as my gums didn't seem quite that bad. When she heard that I'd be paying so much out of pocket, she recommended I instead get an extra cleaning, which would only cost me $90. So while it turned out ok, what if I had gone to the original hygienist and never gotten revised advice? read more

Unethical practices. Often charges for things that you didn't agree on and forces you to get procedures that you don't need. I also have an orthodontist who is very transparent unlike them and so thankfully I was not taken advantage of for too long and I got a different dentist. read more

Not sure why yelp didn't post this the first time. So here it goes again... I have never reviewed anything before, but when you see great service you really just wanna rave about it. While pursuing a double major at UCD, I find I have little free time on my hands. With classes at all hours and assignments piling up, I found it surprisingly refreshing when the front desk was able to slip me in whenever I found a small gap in my day. Diana and Ginna are particularly friendly and quickly squashed a few insurance concerns I initially had. My health is important to me and this staff makes it very easy for my to keep it a priority. Dr. Thomas is always friendly and personable and his office and equipment reflect the passion he has for dentistry. I suggest you stop by if you're new in town, a student, or thinking about switching from your current dentist. If you do make it say "Hi!' to Jack, one of the beautiful fish they have in the waiting room! read more

I am 68 years old and have lived in Minneapolis (36 years), Austin(13 years) and now Davis(one year). I have had 6 dentists treat me over the past 48 years. So, I have some data that I can compare. Dr Bruce Thomas is the best dentist I have come across in 48 years. His diagnostic skills are formidable. His treatment options are very comprehensive and thorough. His hands are those of a highly experienced professional. The entire staff at his practice are highly professional , skilled and very humane. What more can one expect from a dentist. We are extremely fortunate to have Dr Thomas in Davis. As a community we owe a big thank you to Dr Thomas to have decided to practice in Davis. Sushil Kriplani read more

Dr. Thomas and his team were very nice, professional, and efficient in their work! They were very conscious of my class schedule and made sure to take me through my exam as quickly as they could (without making errors). Also, he had some pretty modern technology for finding cavities, which made me feel much more confident that he would find any and all imperfections. Also, they were very accommodating to any scheduling issues that I have and made sure to schedule me in for another appointment that fit my needs. I highly recommend Dr. Thomas to everyone in Davis! read more

My experiences at Thomas Dental Care were were alright. Nothing impressive really. Dr. Thomas seemed like an ok dentist, and his hygienists were nice. The receptionists were alright... It is interesting the reviews here and the ones on the Davis Wiki regarding this place. I suggest checking it out if you're planning to go here. I only saw Dr. Thomas for only a few minutes, and my personal opinion was that he seemed nice. However, he suggested invisiline to straighten my teeth with the orthodontist in his office, however after a second and third opinion I was told that was not the best route for me. The two other doctors (one an orthodontist and the other a dentist) believed I could actually get get my teeth straightened a lot quicker and cheaper another way. Since I hadn't been to the dentist in a while, it was recommended I have deep cleanings. Ok, fine. So I saw his hygienists for these appointments. One was very quiet, and the other was talkative, but I didn't mind. They were both good to me. But I guess I should have had the receptionists help me get an estimate from from my insurance first. :( Unfortunately there isn't really any dentists in Davis in my dental insurance's network. So I understand I will have to pay more where ever I go in Davis, but I am only willing to pay more if I feel it's worth it. But from the confusion of my bill (which I will admit was partly my fault and I am so grateful my insurance was more helpful than the receptionists) to other little things I saw in the waiting area with the receptionists, I just was just not impressed. Bottom line: If Dr. Thomas is in your network... he's not a horrible... just make sure you understand what is and is not covered by your insurance. But if he is out of network, I would NOT bother. This place is definitely not worth the extra money. Also, in terms of ortho work in his office, I would definitely look else where first because even if you go the same route as suggested by Dr. Thomas' office, at least you can make payments without interest. I came here because a friend recommended this place to me, but now even she and her family are NOT coming back. (Her reasons are slightly different than mine.) read more

I have to give a massive thumbs up and a tip of the hat to this office. I called with an emergency wisdom tooth problem / end of the world as I knew it, and within a day the dentist was elbow deep in my mouth pulling the stubborn bastard out. I HATE dental work and usually the overall experience is awful, but the staff at Thomas Dental Care was wonderful. read more

A fantastic dentist who goes the extra distance to make sure your teeth are taken care of for the long term. Doctor Thomas has a soft touch that makes it easier to deal with all the work that dentists have to do in your mouth. I have been to the office a number of time over the last few years and was able to watch the staff deal with clients and they make this an nice place to come back to. The office is clean, the staff is professional, and, the hygienists are fast. They offer all premium services (whiting and such) and take the extra steps to make one comfortable. I have had everything from cleanings to crowns & bridges put in by Thomas Dental Care and all has been great ... but I never seem to pick up the flossing thing more than a few times a year (I am sure to their disappointment). Even their temporary crowns have been good: more than once I have had one put in as we waited for the permanent one to arrive ... and could have gone on with the temporary for months (obviously the office did not want me to wait that long to return) because they did such a good job. I do suggest that you make an appointment as this is a very popular dentist and it can be VERY busy. They will try to fit you in where they can but you may have to wait or at times have a short appointment (staff will try to find you an open spot). Of course this is a positive sign showing how good this place is. THIS IS THE KIND OF DENTIST YOU PASS ON TO FAMILY AND RECOMMEND TO OTHERS! read more

The best of new technology with old fashioned caring and intelligence! If I could, I would give this practice 6 stars. For the past two decades, Thomas Dental cared for my aging father's dental needs. The front desk is impeccable and responsive and really looked out for our family, communicating with me faithfully long distance. The hygienist found ingenuous, compassionate ways to deal with a confused and visually impaired gentleman in the chair. The dentist took good care with the best of technique, but never tried to upsell a procedure my old daddy didn't really need. I am so grateful for this practice and highly recommend them to ANYONE. The office is lovely and attractive, but that is just the beginning. read more

What an awesome experience! I have always HATED going to the dentist, but going to Dr. Thomas for just a cleaning (and who likes those) was actually enjoyable. He told me what I needed to do, what I was doing well, and how to move forward with my general teeth health! I would reccomend Dr. Thomas to anyone who wants to get a holistic breakdown of their dental health to date, and how to move forward with dental hygiene! Dr. Thomas is the best! read more

Yesterday I returned to Thomas Dental Care for a long awaited dental cleaning. I had been out of dental insurance for a while and hadn't had a dental cleaning in almost five years. For once I was excited to go back to the dentist! I was greeted by the same familiar faces and felt like my teeth were in good hands. I had Pamela as my dental technician. She is always sweet, gentle, and makes you feel comfortable. Speaking of comfortable, they have massage chairs! I greatly enjoyed this and in combination with the new age/ Celtic music that was playing it made for a stress free environment. This is most helpful for people who get the dentist jitters. Dr Thomas was thorough and met all my needs for a healthy turn around. I ended up having a good review despite my long absence. I look forward to Thomas Dental Care continuing to keep my teeth healthy. read more

There is a great deal of extreme anxiety for me when going to the dentist due to some past experiences I've had. Dr. Thomas is a very calming and gentle dentist. He and his staff are very friendly, understanding and comforting! I highly recommend Thomas Dental Care. read more

A while ago I was here. I feel like they took advantage of me being a student to convince me to spend more money and be happy about a service I wasn't happy with. read more

Dr. Thomas really listens to your concerns. His staff is caring/ friendly. I highly recommend this place !

The staff is amazing always so kind and make good conversation with you! I've always got work done here as far as cleanings and fillings and I can say I have never left unhappy! In my most recent check up Dr. Thomas brought to my attention I had scrapes on my teeth. What I thought was cement from a previous "orthodontist" turned out to be damage from using the wrong tool to remove the cement. This engraved lines into my teeth. If you looked close enough you could see scratches and if I ran my tongue over the top I could feel the divots of unevenness. It was so ugly. I was in shock and upset I thought my teeth were ruined until Dr. Thomas gave me the option to let him work on them to fix them up. I wish I had taken before and after photos because let me tell you.. my teeth are now super shiny and SO SMOOTH! When I run my tongue across them now it feels how it should have felt when I first got my braces off. There are no lines no scratches and they look amazing. I am so thankful and I am beyond grateful for Dr. Thomas' professional knowledge and skills. He took his time and was very thorough on making it right. I am so happy and If you are in Davis looking for dental work this is the place to go you will leave wanting to smile! read more

Dr. Thomas and his staff are amazing! They are very welcoming and examined my teeth thoroughly. I came back for a crown and several fillings, and I never thought going to a dentist would be such pleasant experience! They even had chairs with massage which I've never seen before. I was worried about my insurance especially since they are out of network, but they gave me a clear estimate for different options and made the whole process hassle-free. Even with covid, I felt safe because they had strict protocols in place and sanitized between every appointments. I will definitely recommend him to uc davis students or anyone in the area. read more

I have been to a few different Dentists's in Davis, and I have been very impressed with all the Staff at Dr Thomas' practice. Everyone in the whole office is nice and courteous and full explains procedures and any cost options. I was interested in this practice because Dr Thomas also does many oral surgery services. Thanks again!, Matt read more

I have a fantastic new crown and night guard thanks to Dr. Thomas and his highly-skilled team. Getting a crown is a big commitment of time, energy and money but Thomas Dental Care not only gave me a crown that fits well and looks good but handled all the insurance without any effort on my part. The lab did not prepare my night guard to Dr. Thomas's standards so he required a complete replacement. I have enjoyed this attention to detail and focus on high standards for almost 20 years. read more

Dr Thomas is very knowledgeable. He is the only dentist that I trust. There is a very relaxed atmosphere with massaging chairs. It has a mellow radio station of 60s and 70s hits. read more

I was referred to Dr. Thomas by family members and have found the staff and work to be exemplary. Friendly, efficient reception; multiple electronic reminders; painless and effective treatment. So yeah, easy recommendation for anyone looking for dental care. Thank you Dr Thomas and staff!! read more

Last month when I was visiting family I had a dental emergency and had to stop somewhere fast. Dr. Thomas had an opening and I made an appointment the same day. Surprisingly modern office and state of the art equipment. Plus the staff was great and dr. Thomas was excellent. read more

Absolutely terrible experience! On the phone they assured me that they took my insurance so I scheduled a cleaning and came in. They took x-rays and the dentist examined my teeth. When they were done with that they told me that I would need to book a second appointment for the cleaning! So I would have to leave and come back to have my teeth cleaned. I've never been to a dentist that made you leave and come back for a cleaning after just taking x-rays. Worse than that, they gave me a bill for just the X-rays and oral exam as I was leaving and it was over $200!!! Turns out they weren't affiliated with my insurance and charged me a fortune before even cleaning my teeth! Overall it was a very inconvenient and expensive experience. I do not recommend this dentist and sincerely suggest that you examine other options in the area before calling the closest dentist to you, like I did. read more