The staff is friendly. The hygienist is friendly, highly professional and provides an excellent…read morecleaning.

While the staff was pleasant and professional, I would not let Dr Hogan work on me ever again. He…read moreapplied a veneer to my front teeth after I had explicitly told the office I did not want this procedure. As he applied it, he stated to his dental assistant "I want to see if it changes/hides the stains". Years later the treatment is wearing off and my enamel is now ruined, all because he wanted to see how it would work.

I am a person who has put off the dentist for way too long. From my first appointment last week…read moreuntil today when I had my first procedure I have been impressed. When I say I HATE needles and anything medically related believe me. Dr. Sai was very assuring and talked through every step of the process. His assistant, I believer her name was Lilly, was fantastic as well. if there is such a thing as an excellent dental experience, this was it!

The gold crown that Edmund put into my mouth was a knock off just like I feared. I had trouble when…read moreEdmund tried to give me homemade Invisalign retainers and I called him on it. After that when I let him to do crowns for me, he substituted one good crown for one made of a rougher material with a more primitive finish. I worried at the time that he had found another cost saving deception to pass on to me but I had no proof until the crown started to deteriorate last year. It's almost all the way Crumbed by now. Clearly not what I paid for. Again. Be careful of cost saving substitutions with Dr. Eaves. I didn't get what I paid for. Not with the Invisalign either. They etched my teeth and the lack of authorized retainers has made that a poor investment as well.

I found Dr. Manunts while searching for someone that could repair a filling that broke after…read moreanother dentist "repaired" it a short while ago. (I wasn't willing to go back to that dentist - I take a lot of medication to get numb, but the previous dentist didn't really numb me all that much, plus provided what I consider to be a really subpar repair of a filling that had never bothered me before. I don't care if that filling would have been free; that dentist was not worth the trouble.) I didn't have dental care growing up, so dentists are a source of anxiety for me, but I can't avoid the fact that a massive chunk of one of my teeth was missing. After an exam of the broken filling three weeks ago, Dr. Manunts told me that I'd likely need a root canal, because she was worried about the pain I was in and some swelling around the gums, and while I wasn't exactly happy with that, she calmed my fears, helped me set up an appointment, and then encouraged me to research the procedure, stressing to me how important it was to avoid the horror stories. I was asked to call with any questions and absolutely challenge her with hard questions if I needed to. I was able to find some pretty great resources that calmed me down a bit and demonstrated the procedure without showing me actual video of it. When I went in for the procedure today, I wasn't exactly looking forward to it, but she again put me at ease, suggested I put on an audiobook or some music, and just let her work. She asked me whether I typically need a lot of numbing for procedures like this, and I know that I do, so I told her that. She then told me that if I feel anything beyond the fact that she was there - meaning if I felt pain - to just raise my left hand, and they'd stop and numb me more. That was important to me. The previous nightmare of a dentist I had here in Ithaca did not listen to my concerns that I need more numbing than most, and when I tried to let her know that I felt it, her response was essentially to suck it up because she was moving forward anyway. I have a chronic pain condition. I can take pain. The pain of that dentist "repairing" that filling was so much more than necessary, to the point that I stopped going out of fear she'd find something else wrong and put me through that nightmare again. So if that dentist ever wonders why I never went back, it's stuff like that. When Dr. Manunts started, I did feel it and did as she suggested, raising my left hand slightly to let them know that I felt pain. She then pulled out the more heavy-duty anesthetic, then tried again. I didn't feel it this time, so she proceeded, and I tried to relax and listen to my audiobook. When she got down to the point she'd need to go to perform the root canal itself, she realized that she was mistaken and told me that I would not, in fact, need a root canal, and that she'd be repairing the filling instead. That was a pretty pleasant surprise, so I of course let her proceed. I appreciate that she admitted that she made a mistake and that she didn't want to put me through an unnecessary procedure. A few minutes later, I had a shiny, new, repaired filling, and she told me that my teeth are actually in pretty good condition...I just need to get them cleaned more often to avoid the gum swelling she was worried about that caused her to think I needed a root canal (which I totally agree with! I was just so gun-shy after that last dentist). She also told me what to look out for in the future to determine whether it's standard sensitive teeth (which I know I have), sensitivity to heat or cold, or something more serious. Then she sent me on my merry way. I'll be coming back next month for a cleaning before we leave the area for good. I'm sad that I didn't discover Dr. Manunts before, but I am more than happy to leave this here to hopefully save someone the same fears I've dealt with since visiting a less competent dentist. She and her staff are incredibly pleasant, low-pressure people who care about making sure everyone gets what they need when they need it, with as little anxiety or pain as possible. She is not afraid to answer questions, and more importantly, she's not willing to put someone through a procedure they don't need. If you're new to the area, seek out Dr. Manunts first. You won't regret it, I promise.

My long-term dentist retired and I needed work done when some childhood fillings collapsed. Dr…read more Manunts is very stand-offish with non-existent chairside manner. She sent me to have three teeth removed. While I was waiting for those sites to heal I lost the tip of another. I went in to have the tip repaired and she also did purely cosmetic fillings on the outside surface with the warning it might not last. She was right. It didn't. I paid over $800 for a gloss that fell out after two weeks. It's been a year now and the tip repair has fallen out, too. I had a partial plate with six teeth built for almost $2K. I can't wear it. It gives me a speech impediment. She said, "Oh, just read the newpaper outloud." There is so much plastic I can't find my alveolar ridge to form an l, n, d, or t. There is even plastic on the back surface of the upper front teeth, that I can't form an Italian l either. I'm a voice professional and must be able to perform in Italian, French, and English as well as demonstrate to my students. The only positives about the office are the delightful woman in the front office and the very healthy croton that gets morning sunshine through the window. Avoid at all costs. I have spoken with others who unanimously share my opinions, but they don't seem to register reviews here.

I was going to Aspen Dental but I didn't feel all that comfortable there, so my hubby recommended I…read moresee Ira Kamp. Well, let me tell you the experience with Dr. Kamp was a very positive experience. Everyone in the office was so nice and so caring. The hygienist was amazing and so informative. Dr. Kamp was kind and checked on me several times throughout my visit. He, in my opinion is one of the best dentists in Ithaca, NY. I highly recommend him! Unfortunately he isn't covered with my dental care, but I would rather spend the extra on a positive experience than save a few dollars on a negative one.

It's Kamp is a practitioner who, in my estimation, had chosen/found dentistry as a way to serve. He…read moreis intuitive, generous, compassionate and truly a seer. i say this having seen him for over 30 years. Call me corny, it's ok. But really if you need a dentist, well....

this was my first visit here and the front desk people were nice when I got there and the hygienist…read morewas amazing and we were super open about me knowing I probably had a few cavities I needed to deal with. The actual dentist was rude right off the bat and made me feel not like a valued patient she wanted to help but someone to berate and lecture . not sure if I'll be going back or not as this experience was a rough one.

I had X-rays and a cleaning done today. Fantastic experience. Everyone was very friendly and…read moregenuinely nice. The cleaning and X-rays were done efficiently and with care. The overall experience was above and beyond. Like many, I don't like going to the dentist, but this was a great experience.

It was easy to schedule an appointment to see the dentist as a new patient. The staff and the…read moredoctor were friendly and the office is comfortable. It doesn't even have that awful dentist office smell! I was pleased with the way Dr. Whipple explained my dental issues and what the appropriate treatment would be. Be aware that they don't perform root canals in office, but refer you to an endodontist, which can be good or bad. For me, it's inconvenient to have to go to another office (hence the four star rating), but there's certainly nothing wrong with having a specialist do the procedure. I plan to have my routine care at Seven Valley Dental from now on.

All, I was in trouble on July 15th 2019, and needed a…read moredentist, right away. I had nowhere to turn, at the time. My dentist, of a dozen years, did not respond to my pleas for help. I couldn't understand, as my wife and I had been seeing this dentist, in Ithaca, for many years! I was in terrible pain, for days. I contacted Dr. Whipple's office based, on his existing rating. After describing what my issue was, the staff at Seven Valley Dental, arranged for me to see the Dr., in less than an hour and a half. That is unheard of! Amazing. The Dr. helped with my dental issue, prior to a prearranged appointment with an oral specialist, later that day. My general dentist did NOTHING to help me! Again, I have no idea why not. I contacted the office three (3) times, about my plight. Awful! My wife and I are seniors and need stability and assurance that our dental needs will be met with understanding and compassion. Dr. Whipple and his entire staff at Seven Valley Dental provided that for me. I understand that this review is my own personal experience. However, one needs to look at the other posts about this dental practice. Cortland residents are very lucky to have such a great dentist in their midst!!!!! I cannot give a higher endorsement to this Dr. and his entire staff of professionals!! Bernie B. Dryden, NY

The staff is friendly enough and the facility is clean. The…read moretwo stars are due to the appointment I made when I walked in and explained what I needed, I was told they could help me and a date and time was set for a few days later. I went in, waited, went through the X-rays and exam... after an hour of wasted time I was told they did not offer the service I made my appointment for.... I was not charged but I lost half a day of work just to have to book an appointment elsewhere.

My 77 yo mother went there bc we had heard they were the place to go to get dentures. Not knowing i…read moreled her into the lions den!! The worst dentist ever that never spent more than 30 seconds in the room with her. And when i went to her next appointment with her i was in disbelief when this so called dentist was slapping his hands in our face! Insisting he explained the process to her (my 77 yo mother). Then exclaimed in the common hallway how he "would kill himself if he had to keep taking care of this woman"! Now that iz only after i asked him why he was being so "aggressive" didnot even introduce himself, nor did he ever attempt to make my mother feel at ease or reassured. We were then treated as if we were the problem! I was told to keep my voice down when after hearing this man completely verbally accost my mother i said "what the fuck is wrong with this guy! He's an asshole!" We were then escorted to the managers office, where i definitely asked her "would u let a doctor speak to your mother that way?" And her response was "please stop yelling at me or i will call the cops." Are u serious?? Then tried to blame me bc my mother did not understand the process of getting dentures! Not to mention they took it upon them selves to charge her for the most expensive denture they offered which she did not ever agree too. And only offered a fraction of her money back as a refund, and still never explained the fit of the healing denture or let her try the pair on they had in the exam room after the dentist threw a tNtr.like a 10 yo. Bc he couldnt listen to her questions and show some compassion or reassurance for 2 minutes to make her feel at ease about the teeth she spent 10 thousand dollars on fitting appropriately for the remainder of her life!

Dr Birchenough is hands down the best dentist I have ever been to. He Very professional and skilled…read moreat his work. The hygienists and assistants were very respectful and seemed highly trained! The office is a beautiful experience as well it's in a renovated old train station in Seneca falls. I highly recommend this dentist 100%!!!

Dr. Birchenough saved my family vacation! After a temporary crown fell out on my first day on the…read morelake, Dr. Birchenough cleared space on his busy calendar to re-cement and slightly reshape ithe crown to prevent further problems. He and his staff couldn't have been more helpful or pleasant. Nancy is his office even provided excellent dining suggestions. The experience was straight out of "It's A Wonderful Life." Thank you, Dr. Birchenough and your wonderful staff.

As a former healthcare clinic manager of 20 years, I can usually tell within minutes whether a…read moreclinic is well run. From my very first call, Gorges Dentistry gave me all the green flags. The staff were genuine, attentive, and professional -- you can feel when a clinic truly values patients, and this one does. My first visit was excellent. The care team listened, took their time, and never made me feel rushed. The atmosphere was modern, clean, and relaxed. Staff encouraged and reinforced positive habits rather than shaming anyone for what they "should" be doing -- a huge difference compared to other places. The first set of x-rays was essentially free (saving me hundreds), which stunned me. Both the dentist and hygienist were thorough, careful, and patient. This is how dentistry should feel: professional, compassionate, and centered on care -- not billing. I highly recommend Gorges Dentistry to anyone in Ithaca looking for quality dental care.

Accounting shenanigans and majority-culture power-as far as I can tell-instantiate the divided…read morerecord of Yelp/Google for this Triphammer Rd. address of recent-decade Ithaca. Schedule and bills were Rube Goldbergian. "It's broken" and "Yes, heh-heh, yes" were the responses, respectively, of hygienist Mattie and owner Anthony Raggi to herky-jerky "panoramic X-ray" and my comment "You want my money, don't you?"--as he appeared from the back room to interrupt my starting to ask about confusing paperwork with "Is there a problem?" A re-capped 20-year-old crown ran $1500 taken mid-term. At the close of 3 visits, a recurring "-$138" remainder not refundable was claimed as due to said feckless X-ray.

I got some work done here and I was really good staff was excellent the building was new and clean…read moreand fresh.

12 stars to Dr Kate and Samantha. Very professional and listened to every question. They were…read moreawesome during the filling and prep for a crown. Made me feel at ease during the whole procedure!!