This practice is fantastic. They know what they are doing. They understand emergencies and are…read morehelpful and professional.

Having a root canal is not fun. Having it done by Dr. Saidon is an experience I will never forget…read more I was so impressed at how Dr. Saidon and her assistant worked together as though they were one human being. Hardly talking to each other, but seeming to know what needed to be handed back and forth without much verbal communicating. It was obvious they had been working together for a very long time to the point they seemed to know what the other was thinking. I have so much confidence in them, I will never use another endodontist. (hopefully I wont need to :)). I highly recommend this practice.

I hate to leave a bad review anywhere but here it is. This is for the Southington office only, I've…read morehad no dealings with any of the others. I had a consultation appt for a root canal retreatment. I was assured both by phone and on the website that they offer many different types of sedation for anxious patients. After an hours drive just to get there, I was informed by the staff that they do not offer anything besides some nitrous or a Valium. Despite their website clearly stating IV sedation. If this is true, stop advertising it on your website so you don't waste peoples valuable time. If you do offer it please inform your staff.

They did a very good job. I do not like needles and Dr.Rifaey was very understanding and talked…read more with me and I felt comfortable with him doing to work. The work was very well done and I have no pain at all. Thank you

I had an excellent experience with Dr. Carrington, during my root canal procedure. He was extremely…read moreefficient, professional, and completed the treatment quickly while ensuring I was comfortable throughout the entire process. To my surprise, the procedure was virtually painless. What stood out most was his wonderful sense of humor, which helped ease my anxiety and made me feel relaxed and at ease. He took a procedure that many people dread and turned it into a positive experience. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of a root canal treatment. Y.Colon

A Root Canal... That I'd Actually Go Back For? Yes!…read more I never thought I'd be writing a positive review about a root canal, but here we are. I had some urgent dental work done by my regular dentist in Longmeadow, MA, who found a cavity under a crown that required removal and ultimately a root canal. Unfortunately, I'm recently retired and, like many in that boat, have little to no dental coverage. UnitedHealthcare offered no help, so I knew I was looking at an out-of-pocket expense--and I wasn't thrilled. I spent the better part of an afternoon calling around to various endodontists, explaining that my dentist had already diagnosed the issue and I just needed the procedure. But many insisted on separate consultation visits and couldn't see me for another 2-3 weeks. Meanwhile, I was in serious pain with an exposed tooth. Then I called Dr. Christopher Carrington's office in Hartford, which was a little farther than I hoped to travel--but it turned out to be the best decision I could've made. The office staff was professional and understanding. Despite having no insurance, they were transparent about the costs and, best of all, they fit me in the very next day. From the moment I walked in, Dr. Carrington put me at ease. He welcomed me warmly, explained every step of what was about to happen, and made the environment far less intimidating with a great sense of humor. (I actually had to ask if he was the doctor--he was that personable.) While there was some trial-and-error in dialing in the right amount of Novocaine (he didn't skimp on comfort once he got it right!), the rest of the procedure went incredibly smoothly. He worked with efficiency and care, explaining everything as he went. My tooth, it turns out, was more complicated than average--three roots with twists and turns--but he handled it expertly. No one ever wants to get a root canal, but if you do need one, I genuinely cannot recommend Dr. Carrington highly enough. He took a stressful, painful situation and turned it into something manageable--almost pleasant, believe it or not. Thank you, Dr. Carrington and team--you've earned my respect, and if needed, I'll be back (hopefully not too soon!).

This review is for Dr. Desrosiers only, I did not interact with any of the other dentists in this…read moregroup. I needed a root canal and was referred to Dr. Desrosiers from Dr. Whidden. Dr. Whidden spoke very highly of Dr. Desrosiers, stating that he was a dentist who decided to focus on what he loved, root canal procedures. Because he so thoroughly enjoys what he does, it made the entire process much more comfortable (and less intimidating) than I was expecting. My appointment was for 10:15 am, everything was completed by 11:30 am. My husband has had a root canal before, and I remember he was gone the better part of a morning. I know what you're thinking, speed does not usually equal quality. In this case, it did. He's such a professional and practiced hand, the actual root removal was roughly 5-10 mins. The rest of the appointment was pre-examinations, post work filling in the root canal and then post examinations. Dr. Desrosiers was very concerned with my comfort, whenever I started to feel anything I let him know and he immediately took care of it. According to Dr. Whidden, I am a fast metaboliser of anesthesia. I told Dr. Desrosiers this, and he took it very seriously. He gave me a long acting (usually lasts 6-8 hour) local anesthetic and then some shorter acting anesthetic at the tooth to be worked on. A couple times during the work itself I started to feel pressure in my jaw and Dr. Desrosiers did not hesitate in giving me more short acting anesthetic. It was fantastic to have this completed and to have felt no pain other than the very first shot. Less than 4 hours later all the drugs had worn off and my tooth feels absolutely fine. No residual pain, even a day afterwards. I highly recommend Dr. Desrosiers if you need an endodonist. He is personable, professional and efficient. I also recieved a follow up phone call the day after just to see how I was doing. It was a very nice and thoughtful touch. P.S. He also sings and hums while working on you. I found it to be endearing and helped me to relax and trust him to do what he does best.

I went to CCE for a root canal consultation about a month ago. I technically have insurance but…read morethey're out of network. I assumed insurance wouldn't pay anything but she ran it and they ended up paying some! I really appreciate her doing that. Today, I had the root canal and the entire staff was super friendly and caring, including Dr. Ashkan. He explained everything and made sure I was comfortable the whole procedure and it was over before I knew it! A huge thank you for making this experience so pleasant. It's not every day you find a dentist office that is actually pleasant to deal with. (This was the Glastonbury location)

My Dentist referred me to Dr. Cabral Burke due to an…read moreextremely painful emergency I was having....I needed a Root Canal....both the Dr.and her Assistant treated me with the utmost respect and dignity...making me feel comfortable from the first minute I arrived....the procedure was completed with the utmost precision while making sure I was both comfortable and aware of every step that was being performed...in the future my Family and I will be using this Doctor whenever she is needed....the only way anybody would understand the level of care I received is if they experienced it for themselves....I assure you...she will not let you down...this is Old School care that is nearly impossible to find these days.....

This Endodontics company/operation is a crook shop. Needed emergency dental work and was told to…read morego to this DMD for the rush work. Jacob told me that he'd only accept cash, needed over $1,600 for the work up front before doing the work. I paid the cash as I was in massive pain. After the appointment I filed the apt. with my dental insurance, was informed this needed to be done by his office, over the next 8 months and many phone calls with Jacob's location my claim was finally filed. My dental insurance sent me a notice that roughly 70% of the charge was paid by them, I reached out again many times to Jacobs location to know when I'd be reimbursed, never receiving the money owed. I finally had to go into their office and confront the receptionist who then went and told Jacob. He 3 times looked around the corner at me while I waited for nearly an hour. Finally he paid me a personal check for the balance paid to his company for the work by my insurance company. Blatantly planned to not file this with my insurance and keep the money under the table to avoid paying taxes. He then planned/hoped to double dip and not pay me the money owed back to me after the insurance paid was was owed. Guy is a crook and tries to take advantage of people. Hope the IRS and other governing bodies takes a look into his shop.....

Quite some time ago, this "Dentist" was recommended by another dentist to do a root canal. Upon…read morearriving at his office I was very courteously greeted by his office staff. I went into his examination room told him that I was there for a root canal and who it was that had recommended him. It was done quickly and painlessly. A couple of weeks later I was in Texas when I started experiencing some pain in my lower jaw, I went to a local dentist in Frisco Texas, where I was advised by the dentist that examined me that I needed another root canal in the tooth right next to the one that had been treated earlier by Mr. Saidon. She also asked me if I knew that the earlier root canal had been filled with a temporary filling and not a permanent filling as is standard in such a procedure, I told her that I had not known that. She told me, that after she did the root canal on the new tooth, she would replace the temp filling with a permanent filling at no charge. Not only did Mr. Saidon do sub-standard work, I also believe he double charged me for his services. I did report what I felt was negligence by Mr. Saidon to the State Dental Board, and after nearly four months I was advised in writing that they had found nothing wrong. Frankly, it was a joke. It's difficult enough to find a good dentist in this area who will actually do dental work without handing you off to other dentists, and who won't rip you off when they find out you have insurance. I've actually started going out of state when I need dental work.

Dr. Melnick did a very nice job on my root canal. It was not pleasant of course, but I felt I was…read morein the hands of a real pro with a very precise touch. Pain afterward was minimal, requiring only Ibuprofen for two days, and the area healed up quickly. Thanks Dr. Melnick.

Dr katz and his son Mike at Farmington Ave dental care are amazing gentle dentists! They truly…read morecares about making you feel comfortable in their chairs. They are straightforward and kind and as pain free as dentistry can be ! Erica and Yvonne are amazing at helping to figure out your insurance and helping to schedule appointments that fit your lifestyle. Hang , Stephanie, and Annette are amazing gentle and conscientious hygienists. You will never want to go anywhere else. The office is super clean and newly remodeled with paint, carpet, modern chairs and equipment. It's just an all around great dental office.

The absolute best dentist I've ever been to. I live out of state and I refuse to to go to to any…read moreother dentist besides Dr. Robert Katz. I have had horrible experiences everywhere else. I literally fly into Connecticut for all my dental cleanings and needs rather than go somewhere local. I don't trust anyone, but Lehang to clean my teeth. She is kind and honest and Dr. Katz has an amazing bedside manner He's the best!

Dr. Cronin and Dr. Murphy are excellent dentists! When I had an emergency, I was able to book my…read moreappointment without a long wait to see them. They patiently listened to my history and let me ask all my questions.They completely and simply answered all my questions. Their level of expertise was very impressive. Furthermore, I felt no judgement from them. I would give here more than 6 stars if I could!!!!! Friendly, competent dentists!!!!!!

I have never been fond of dental visits, but I had a dental emergency, cracked a tooth and it was…read morebeginning to hurt. They were able to get me in. They are one of the most pleasant people I have met, extremely gentle, reduced my fear of dentist. They were able to save my tooth. I left there smiling and pain free. I have found my dentist. I will return to them for all my dental needs.

I lost most of my front tooth in a surfacing accident when I was 11. I had had the bond replaced a…read morecouple times and it was always too big for my mouth, so my husband and I decided it was time to get it fitted correctly and crowned. I made my first appointment. A few days before the appointment, it was canceled. I called back to reschedule and met Dr. Stoddart. I was EXTREMELY pleased with her at first. I swore I would never see another dentist again. After the appointment, they wanted me to drive to the lab in Branford to make sure the crown would fit (or that's what they told me). I show up in Branford and they were like "uhh we only match the color?" I was in the chair for less than 60 seconds before they told me I was done and the color would be fine. Okay? Meanwhile Dr. Stoddart had cut my mouth a few times shaping my tooth for a permanent crown and she absolutely tore up my gum. I couldn't eat anything but soft food for 3 weeks after and I had nerve pain going from my tooth to halfway up my nose. My gum was black and blue and bleeding for literally a few weeks. Yesterday was my appointment for my new crown. I showed up early and it was super busy. I sat down in the chair and Dr. Stoddart told me she didn't like how the lab shaped the back of the new tooth. There was a little piece on the back that stuck out. She told me she didn't have time to fix it or she would get behind on my patients. I've never had a doctor say that to me before, so I just looked at her and said okay, I'll come back this week. She took the temporary crown that she had just taken off and reattached it. Unbeknownst to me, it has a huge break in the back of it where it met my gum. It was literally a hole in the back of the tooth. She reattached it, and as I was checking out I realized the hole. I freaked out a little, especially when they told me I couldn't come back until December 22. The past 24 hours has been lots of fun, where every drink I take a sip of, I can feel the liquid floating in the back of the temporary. The office called later that day to fit me in for today (the following day). I showed up 15 minutes early and expected my permanent crown. When I sat down in the chair, she said I couldn't use that one, it had the piece sticking out still. I was surprised and asked if she could just drill it off and she said no, she needed to get another tooth made from the lab. At this point I'm really upset. Then she numbs me up and starts shaping my tooth more. To say I'm in pain is an understatement. I was writhing on the chair with tears pouring down my cheeks in serious pain. The back of my tooth felt like there was a massive hole leading into my palette. I didn't even cry in the childbirth of my two children but this was intolerable. After her THREE impressions were done and my mouth was literally burning, she made a new temporary crown for me. I made the follow-up appointment for December 22. I walked to my car, got in and looked in the mirror. You can literally see the remnants of my real tooth under the temporary. There are spots on the temporary. It doesn't line up. It's adhered to the tooth to the right of it. It is an absolute joke and to make it all the better, I'm seeing my family for Thanksgiving in 2 days. I wish I could give less than 1 star for this. Let's not forget the fact that I paid $500 so far. Three appointments, one lab trip to Branford and a mouth full of pain. That's what $500 has bought me.

I have seen Dr. Meltzer for oral surgery, dr. Mason for my regular care and Ashley for my…read morecleanings. I love Family Dental and everyone is wonderful. I have been going there for closed to 15 years. I highly recommend them for all around amazing care. This particular review is about what happened yesterday. My son slipped on ice and fell causing major injury to his permanent teeth. I called immediately at 7am and Marcie answered. When explaining what happened, she gave us the first slot possible with our usual dentist Dr. Stoddard. I can't express enough on how much we love Dr. Stoddard. She replaced Dr. Mason(whom we also loved) when he retired. She's always super positive and always makes us feel comfortably- even my anxious 8 year old loves her and refuses anyone else with the exception of Ashley the hygienist . Well, as soon she and her assistant saw the state my son was in, she cleared her morning to help him with his injured teeth. It was incredible the amount of care and time they put into him. They were extremely gentle with his teeth acknowledging the amount of pain he was in. They ended up putting a stint on his teeth to help prevent them from falling out. And they even assessed and advised us on the scrapes and bruises on his face and big gash on his lips. I'm glad to say he's doing much better and mending quickly. I've been to a few dental offices before landing at Family Dental. I have always believed that they were top notch, but the addition of Dr. Stoddard has taken them to a whole new level of care.