This morning offered some awesome news: I am a complete champion. I got a wisdom tooth pulled out at 9am with the aid of Novocaine. No laughing gas, no painkillers, just straight up tooth plucking. I was a little skeptical when I called asking for directions and Dr. Halpern himself answered the phone. Then, I walked into the 4th floor suite to find he shares an office space with an optometrist. Weird thing #2. Lastly, his office decor reminded me of the doctor's office in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Muted beige colors abound with no real aesthetic clue pointing to the fact that we're in the year 2009. Dr. Halpern is incredibly personable though, and he went over the procedure thoroughly and gave me a chance to ask questions. I really appreciated his confidence in his skill. He promised I wouldn't have chipmunk cheeks and the pain would be minimal. I was in an out of there within 30 minutes and things went as he said they would. His secretary was out, so he did all the billing himself...he even entered my information in the computer. Finally he gave me a sheet to take home with care instructions. I should be all healed in no time and if I have any concerns, Dr. Halpern's cell number is on the bottom of the sheet. He's now my new dentist. If you want to "go under" or have a hankering for a painkiller scipt, Dr. Halpern isn't your man. Painless procedure though. read more

I am new to Dr Halpern and his absolutely phenomenal hygienist Lisa. First and foremost, Lisa Provided me with the most thorough and best cleaning I have EVER had! She was so gentle and took time to explain what she saw happening with my teeth. She's funny as all hell and had me cracking up the entire time. I felt completely comfortable in her care. Dr. Halpern saw me in an emergency next day appointment where I was freaking out about something that turned out was totally fine. I could tell that Dr Halpern is a true professional and knows exactly what he is doing. He's even in practice for 44 years! I felt immediately at ease with him and he did a wonderful and careful assessment of my teeth. I was relieved that I was sent home with no need for further work, just better flossing practices :D I will absolutely be back! read more

I recently started going to Dr. Halpern because of a professional recommendation to him. I came to Dr. Halpern with a 'food gap', a problem from another dentist and the food gap was an area where food was getting stuck in between my teeth causing me discomfort and probably decay in the tooth. Dr. Halpern was incredibly understanding of why I wouldn't go back to the dentist who created this problem and listened to my frustration. I have dental anxiety due to many upsetting dental experiences from dentists outside of the area and Dr. Halpern was reassuring and understanding of my apprehension. He suggested I take a prescription to help me relax while he replaced my crown. I felt much more relaxed when he replaced my crown, and I'm truly amazed that with both the temporary and permanent crowns, I don't even know that they're in my mouth, feels just like a normal tooth. He administers the Novacaine very slowly and gently so I really don't even feel much of anything when he gives the injection. The office walls were recently painted a pretty sky periwinkle blue which is pretty to look at, they often play upbeat and fun music to help you relax. I love getting my dental goody bag! I'm so impressed by him, Dani- his assistant who is very sweet, she lets me hold her hand when I was nervous about the injection and she kindly massaged my arm to help me relax. Stephanie, the office manager is so kind, caring and worked with our dental discount plan to give us a good price. Dr. Halpern has returned my phone calls personally more than once and welcomes any questions regarding my dental care. It has taken me a long time to find a dentist who I really trust, am confident in and feel comfortable with. He does excellent work and is incredibly honest, funny and understanding. I recommend Dr. Halpern and his staff highly! He is excellent and they care about their patients! read more

Dr. Halpern is great! He is a wonderful dentist and a perfectionist and I love that about him...the girls in the office are extremely nice...especially the receptionist, Donna. Donna is always sweet and over the top nice; I always have a pleasent visit because of her....Thanks!!!! ~Melanie P. read more

Unfortunately, I did not have a pleasant first experience here. I am sure that my consultation was meant to encourage action, but the way I was spoken to felt unnecessarily confrontational and condescending. I actually left my appointment feeling upset about the way I was treated and ashamed about the work I still need done. I'm sure he is a good fit for others, but not someone I want tooling around in my face with a drill. read more

I've been suffering from toothache for the last few days and a friend recommended Alan Halpern for a pain free extraction. The guy is very friendly and carefully went through my options using the x-ray to show where the problem is and how it could either be repaired or extracted. He gave me a breakdown of cost as I have no dental insurance, I chose extraction, at $350, I've heard many higher quotes. It was tough going (my root gets thicker towrds the end), but completely painless. He wrote up a prescrition for pain meds, suggesting I only use it if need be as over the counter pain killers are usually strong enough. He noticed a couple of other minor issues, but didn't dwell on those and focused on the reason I was there. As good as an experience as I could imagine for something so unpleasant.. 5* read more

Went to see DrAlan Halogen for the first time on 6-11-19, It was the best experience I've ever had with a dentist, his office is very nice an clean an his staff are great. Dr Halogen answered any question I had an being that I am not fond of going to the dentist he make me feel so relaxed.He also has a great sense of humor. Loved my experience, will recommend Dr Halpren to all my family an friends. He is now my dentist. He's the best. read more

Dear Dr Halpern & Staff, I just want to take this opportunity to extend a HUGE Thank You!! One year ago my journey began. For years I've been losing teeth due to low calcium. I've been to several dentists who in turn scared the living daylights out of me, as a result I never went back. Finally I stumbled across your office. It was as if I met GOD himself!! Not only that you restored my confidence, however you gave me a reason to SMILE again!! Embarrassing as it is to be a young woman with false teeth, you restored All hope! I now smile from ear to ear! As silly as it may sound, I am one of the few that have been embracing this weight gain. I must admit, in the beginning I couldn't see the light in the tunnel. Special thanks to Danny who held my hand (literally) and walked me through the entire process. She also assured me that there will be a positive end result. I can write a book about this office and my Great experience! This has been by far the best dental experience ever! Oh, and only you and I know my secret (that's how natural my teeth look). Again, Thank you sooooooo very much!! I truly appreciate everything!!! Yours Truly, Crybaby read more

I am a fan of Dr. Halpern's. I've been seeing him for about a year and he's given me a crown to fix a broken tooth, he's replaced a bunch of childhood fillings and he's made great recommendations. Most importantly, he is empathetic and sympathetic with his patients, he has a great bedside manner and really works hard at making things painless as possible and at explaining what is going on. The only critique might be that he's in an old building and the treatment rooms are tiny. The staff is very friendly and that more than makes up for it. Prior to seeing Dr. H. I had been seeing the same Dr. for more than 20 years. I was nervous to change but glad that I did. I know a lot about being a dental patient. read more

Dr. Halpern has been my dentist for more than 5 years now. He has helped me get my teeth back on track and healthy. I have terrible teeth and have had to have many procedures including root canals, cavity fillings, extrations, and crown lengthening. Dr. Halpern has taken care of me through all of this! I had several terrible experiences with dentists and I went to see Dr. H. on a recommendation from a friend. He was kind, non-judgmental, and extremely knowledgable. I have NEVER looked back. He has taken me in during an emergency when a tooth needed an emergency root canal. I called the office and his wonderful office manager Donna told me to come in right away. I was so grateful. Also, Dr. H. does his own work, he has never farmed me out to anyone else for other procedures. I am grateful to have him as my dentist and I look forward to many more years of healthy teeth. read more

First experience was poor. New to area and needed a dentist due to broken tooth. Was told tooth needed to come out. Dr said it would be an easy extraction, no problems. Wrong. Took about 20 minutes of pulling before it came out. This was on Thursday. Per Dr, no pain medication needed. Next day I was in significant pain. Called the office. Closed on Fridays! I struggled through weekend. Called Office on Monday morning - but wait - office is closed Monday mornings too! Left message which was not returned. I had to call back mid afternoon. Dr did fit me in but whatever he did next was very painful, almost like the wrong part of my mouth was numbed. I was in moderate/significant pain for almost two weeks. I won't be going back. Practice is only open part time, Dr indicated he wants to retire shortly. Not a good combo for someone with teeth issues like me. read more

I have been going to Dr. Halpern for year now. I not a person that like to go to the dentist and my husband goes to me. I figure i give him a try, he is very knowledge, funny and straight up! Dr. Halpern did alot of work on my mouth, i had gum diesease and he did that, fillings he goes did that, root canal he goes did that, put out a wisdom tooth and he did all of this year. I still have 2 more things to get done, but he make sure i was painless through the process! I recommend him to anyone! read more