I had a full exam and cleaning at the Smile Time Dental location in Citrus Heights. in May 2026…read more PART 1: EXCEPTIONAL + I was grateful for the team, from the receptionist to the x-ray technicians to the dentist, who were extremely friendly, professional, and skilled at what they did. I would give this place a 4.5 stars out of 5 stars. It was clear that place a premium on helping their clients. PART 2: CAN IMPROVE - I would have given 5, however the dental hygienist who came to floss my teeth simply did not know how to floss. No getting the string in between the teeth and moving up and down each adjacent tooth. At times, she skipped teeth; at others, she got the floss in between and did one side but rather than lift the string up, she cut across to the adjacent tooth hitting the gum, which I didn't appreciate. If she observes other hygienists and practiced on even herself or the staff, she would better understand how to floss.

I scheduled a routine dental cleaning that was fully covered by my insurance. However, I was…read moreinformed that I also needed a gel application treatment that would cost an additional $100 out of pocket. Despite having healthy gums, I was told the office would not perform the standard cleaning unless I agreed to purchase this additional treatment, and declining it was not presented as an option. The experience felt more focused on upselling services than providing patient-centered care.

All of my dental care for the past 20+ years has been at Dewey Dental. I've always been happy with…read morethe care I receive there. Recently an old bridge (46 years old) required replacement. I had dreaded this happening all those years. I was amazed with the wonderful result and how easy they made the entire process. This is the first time since childhood that I haven't been ashamed of my teeth. I'm so grateful to them. The entire office staff is friendly, professional and caring. I wholeheartedly recommend them for dental care.

I have been coming here for almost 20 years. Dr Tom and his staff are the greatest. I have a lot of…read moreanxiety about dental work because of the loud drill sounds/shots for numbing but Dr Tom always makes it easy and I realize quickly that my anxiety is not justified because I have never had a bad dental visit here!

I contacted the Redford Dental office on Monday with the desire to switch to their dentist after…read moresuffering (literally) from another dentist's work. I needed a root canal and was in pain. I was preparing to travel in 10 days and concerned about the timing. Their xrays confirmed the urgency, and they will have my procedure COMPLETED by the time I travel. From the reception office including Desiree to Shannon, the dental assistant, to Dr. Lam, the sincere care, professionalism and scheduling were above and beyond my hopes. I'm so grateful I could cry. Thank you all. I'm so glad I found you. Thank you so much, Joan

I recently relocated at needed a new dentist. My insurance provided Redford Dental as an option and…read moreI am grateful. This office manages to be pleasant, friendly, and above all, professional. My visit was on time and incredibly thorough. their hygienist, Raquel, is gifted, talented, and caring. I have never be shown so much respect, given such clear information, or treated like the expert of my own care. I will recommend this office to anyone I meet.

A very caring office and Dr. Ackerman is so gentle and walks you through the procedures as he goes…read more I had a list of things and he was able to complete my list. The whole office experience was wonderful and the care is a A+. I big shout out to Val and the staff. If you have anxiety this is the place to come. Dr. Ackerman is amazing.

Look no further for the BEST dental care. Dr. Ackerman always provides a professional,…read morecomprehensive, comfortable and friendly experience. The office environment and staff are very welcoming, knowledgeable and efficient. It is a great team!

I have been seen by Dr. Shore since 2025 after a horrible experience during a dental cleaning by…read moreanother office which left me traumatized and triggered BPPV ( vertigo) . I do not have an easy dental history. But after searching for a restorative dentist that could treat me with the BPPV issue, I found Dr. Shore. I am so thankful for her dental care and professional skills. She is helping me restore my dental health and saving my teeth. Her office staff are very kind and professional and take every opportunity to make your visit a pleasant experience and acknowledge your concerns. So glad her new office is even closer to my home.

After striking a nerve from another dentist, I have had anxiety around getting my teeth worked on…read more Dr. Shore replaced my crown today with sensitivity and care. Work well done and very informative with the latest techniques in dentistry. Her staff is amazing and thoughtful. Never would think a 6'5" man can be like a baby, but I am and she is the best dentist I've ever had. Ty. Dr. Shore Dr. Stefanie Shore 6660 Coyle Avenue #240 Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 966-4341

Wisdom Tooth Removal experience? 10/10…read more I'm a scairdy cat. I know...everyone gets nervous. But I'm next level ridiculous. The front office staff, dental assistants, and Dr. Andre Barakat, were all so sweet, and gentle. They have brand new equipment, and relaxing scenes playing on a TV. Dr. Andre patiently talked me through everything. His demeanor is very calming and he got the offending tooth out in about 30 minutes, with no pain. (He numbs your gums first, so you never even feel the Novocain shot.) The pre-procedure panic, was replaced with relief and gratitude for their patience and kindness, and I couldn't stop myself from asking the dental assistant if I could give her a hug. She said yes, but in addition to being a big baby, I'm also a spazz, and I tripped over a little trash can next to the chair. So between that, and the lingering high emotions from being scared, I don't know if I ever did hug her. LOL. (I would have run around the office hugging everyone, but I had embarrassed myself enough for one day, and promptly went home.) As soon as I got home, I took OTC pain meds, figuring I better get ahead of things before the Novocain wore off. I went to bed, woke up the next morning and didn't need any pain relievers at all. If you're scared, and putting off a dental procedure, just call their office and make an appointment. They will take great care of you!

Talk about excellent customer service! The dental team here are knowledgable, patient, and gentle…read morewith their care. I have a lifelong dental fear and Dr. Barakat is so respectful and gentle. They really took care of my teeth here and did an amazing job. I mean, my teeth were quite literally broken, but looked brand new afterwards. I do believe they also do cosmetic dentistry here, which is probably why their work was so gorgeous! The office staff are also very kind and helpful!!!! They're friendly and super communicative, actively going out of their way to ensure my insurance takes care of the service. I'm new to NorCal so I was confused and worried about my insurance but they were so nice and took care of everything for me. They do accept Medi-Cal here! As someone who freaks out over dental stuff-- Dr. Barakat's skilled care, the knowledgeable assistants, and the compassion of the office staff all made this experience so much better. Do give this place a try if you're looking for a dentist local to Carmichael.

Backhus Family Dentistry is the place to go if you want top notch dental care. Dr. Mark Backhus is…read morewho I see and he is always so patient and kind. Lori, the Office Manager and Stephanie, the Dental Assistant are very knowledgeable, as well. I am so happy that I found Backhus Family Dental. I give an A++ rating and highly recommend them

If you need a down to earth, skilled dentist with a dynamite team, Backhus Family Dentistry is the…read moreplace for you! After not having a regular dentist for 6+ years (learn from my mistake and do not wait that long between visits!), I was in the market for a dental team to help get me to a good place with my teeth. I came across Backhus Family Dental with a quick google search. After an assessment with Dr Mark, my teeth were not where they should be. I had needed root canal work, crown placements, as well as several cavities filled. I could feel my anxiety begin to climb at the first visit with the amount of visits I knew I'd be back for, but, the team at Backhus Family Dental had my back and helped me through each visit with sweet personalities, clear communication at the beginning of each visit as to what we were doing, warm smiles through it all, and IMPECCABLE work! My teeth haven't felt this amazing in YEARS! This genuine team of good people deserve the world as they do nothing but make it better, one smile at a time. Thank you, Laurie, Catherine, Joanna, Stephanie, Dr. Mark, and other team members! I appreciate all the hard work you do! I am so glad I have found my dental care team! God Bless!

I had a new appointment set up. They were quick and very nice. I have a very sensitive gag reflex(…read moreembarrassing) But they understood and made sure they asked me many times if I was comfortable. They had a cool machine that took a 3D image of my teeth and how everything lined up. Said my teeth were perfect and were surprised I don't wear a retainer.

I had my first and last visit today. The staff were polite. I got squeamish when I noticed the…read moredirty floor and dusty tables in the waiting room. But when I was seated in the exam room, it was even dirtier! There was dust, and debris (plastic lid, small plastic container, hair, etc.) on the floor throughout. There were multiple instruments piled haphazardly on the counter. The hygienist looked very sloppy with his undershirt hanging out under his too small lab coat. I felt that if the company didn't have enough common sense to keep a clean office, I couldn't trust that they would have clean and sterilized instruments. I will be sure to tell everyone I know about this filthy dental office