I first called to make an appointment with his office and never heard back from them. I followed up…read morewith them a week later and they were confused why I never heard back. I met with the doctor who spoke to me like I was a child and never made it clear that I needed to return to complete the work that he was suggesting. I called two months later and was told I needed to come in for a consultation. I was recommended him by my dentist and knew that there was communication between the two of them but did not convey to me a plan. I still have not heard from his office about an appointment that they were looking to schedule. I'm way too frustrated to ever see this guy again.

I have ONLY good things to say about this practice. Dr. Moran is totally committed to periodontal…read morehealth. He is adamant about flossing & brushing. He is frank, honest and thorough. He's not there to placate you. I believe he has saved my oral health and teeth. He put me on the right (the only) track. I visit him TWICE a year because of the positive results. The office staff? AWESOME. I have NEVER had any problem or been rushed or pestered regarding cost. Yes. Christie does get busy. She's answering the phone, making appointments and answering questions. She does it all...WELL. I am lucky to have them all. Joyce

Dr. Cha's expertise in painless root canals is highly efficient. He is a very skilled endodontist…read moreand his friendly vibe is so warm and welcoming. I had a root canal last week and I walked out of there pain free. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a specialist that is awesome with root canals!

Dr Cha was very nice, his assistant also. I got plenty of Novocain and they made sure I was…read morecomfortable. Classical music and nice soothing pet photos on TV. Over in 40 min. I wish he could have done the temp crown too but was pleased as I could be getting a root canal.

I had a great experience with Dr. Michalak. What a relief to change to him after going to a dentist…read morewho saw dollars signs every time I opened my mouth!! He is down to earth, honest and knowledgeable. I broke a piece of tooth off and they got me in the next day. You won't be sorry to go to this office.

I have had Dr. Michalak as my dentist for several years. From Linda in reception to the hygienists…read moreand assistant everyone has always been friendly and knowledgeable. It is a small office, which I like, so I feel very comfortable. Dr. Michalak is super. He treats his patients with kindness and concern

MONEY HUNGRY PRACTICE! DO NOT BOOK AN APPOINTMENT!…read more I specifically did my research & found a provider who participated in my insurance. I proactively sent my most recent dental x-rays over prior to my appointment, although the appointment I booked was for my annual dental cleaning. At the time of my appointment I was handed forms to fill out, one of them being a "$35 Oral Cancer Screening". During my appointment the Dentist looked over my recent x-rays and proceeded to order a full mouth set of x-rays. One would think a professional practice would check with a patient's insurance carrier to see if a complete imaging procedure would be covered or confirm whether the insurance carrier will allow it for the 2026 year- NOPE. The dental assistant who performed my cleaning then asked if I'd be interested in the oral cancer screening (you'd think this would be covered under a routine dental screening- not according to this practice.) They push it as if it's their monthly special. After my appointment I headed to the front desk where the receptionist quoted me $226.40 for a treatment plan. In the treatment plan the total fee equated to $680. The "estimated insurance coverage" was $453.60. I spoke with my insurance carrier after the visit to confirm coverage. 80% of each treatment code listed would be covered and I would be responsible for paying the remaining 20%. One code was not covered in its entirety but the office did not inform me- instead I was merely handed a treatment plan with an expectation that I would pay $226.40. Fast forward to a month or so later- I received a bill from Lighthouse Dental in the amount of $310, for what you may ask? The panoramic x-rays that were done without checking my insurance coverage. I received a call from Lighthouse Dental and I asked the receptionist "if I provided my most recent x-rays prior to my visit why were additional x-rays done?" She replied "all new patients need full x-rays." I questioned why the practice didn't check my insurance coverage or contact my previous Dentist for my last full x-rays if it was needed. She then said "well on the bright side you won't have to get it done again for 5 years" EXCUSE ME? To top it off, after speaking with the receptionist I asked to speak with an office manager- who took two weeks to return my call. I refuse to pay $310 due to Lighthouse Dental's negligence. The carelessness of this practice is appalling.

Do not go there. I went there seeking Invisalign advice…read morebecause I had one tooth out of alignment (had braces as a kid, and the rest of my smile was perfect!). My great insurance covered orthodontic work, so I thought why not get this done! The treatment basically pulled all of my teeth backward, my bite feeling locked, and left me grinding my teeth into one another. I definitely regret this treatment! Then, I has crown done. As I ate, the pressure of the crown which was obv too far backward, popped out the gold inlay of the molar behind it. Obv the crown was not the right size! So, I am left with thousands of dollars of corrective dental work. When I went there, I had great insurance, so they had no problem doing this work. Now, without insurance, I am stuck. Beware!

Dr. Evan was kind enough to work me into his busy schedule when I had an emergency dental problem…read morewhile visiting in Madison. I cannot say enough good things about his work! He was thorough, kind, and very knowledgeable; I never felt rushed even though I was a work-in. He fixed my problem and even had a solution that my regular dentist had not considered. Thank you so much for saving my vacation, Dr, Evan!

Upset to learn not all the staff was vaccinated, in spite of walking around without masks.read more

I think she's a treasure! Dr. Patel is an exceptional dentist & prosthodontist with advanced…read moretraining and I feel fortunate to have found her! She is not only skilled, she is exacting and meticulous. I'm no "dental newbie" as I have many bridges and crowns. She successfully placed two crowns on very challenging teeth after careful evaluation and we plan on some further work. I know the difference between average and good and she is exceptional. It is challenging to find a truly knowledgeable, skillful dentist with advanced crown and bridge training and the expertise to apply it. I could not be more pleased. She is also patient and pleasant to work with and her staff are very friendly and efficient. You could not ask for more!

This is a rave review for Dr. Arpita Patel at Guilford Dental Arts from a very dental phobic…read morepatient. She has done amazing work, is patient, and extremely detailed in her approach. I remember that when I first met her, she said "I love teeth". She worked out a long range patient-centered plan with me that respected my wishes - another well-known dentist tried to push me into something I was not comfortable doing. Dr. Patel is a perfectionist and always available to bring patients back for slight readjustments (which can happen after local anesthetics wear off). The entire office, including Monica, Sue, and Haley are warm, welcoming, personable and available. Every question I ask, and I ask a LOT, has been answered quickly and with appreciation of my anxiety. They have sent me to oral surgeons with whom they work and these oral surgeons are superb and nice. (Prosthodontists typically work closely with oral surgeons and it is important if there are good relationships between the practices).

I recently searched for a new dentist and called over five offices in the area--every one had wait…read moretimes of two months or longer for a new patient appointment. Pure Smiles was the exception. They easily fit me in without any hassle. My first visit was outstanding: a thorough evaluation, professional cleaning, and a clear treatment plan. The team was upfront and transparent about insurance coverage from the start, the appointment began right on time, and everyone was genuinely caring, knowledgeable, and professional. The quality of care was exceptional. At my follow-up appointment, Dr. Bellucci repaired a chipped tooth that three previous dentists had failed to fix properly. His work was phenomenal--the result is truly astonishing. For the first time in years, I can smile with complete confidence. I highly recommend Pure Smiles to anyone seeking excellent, patient-focused dental care. They absolutely deserve 5 stars!

Came here for my first visit and was examined by Dr . Norma Gomez. She also did my cleaning. Her…read moreassistant did my x-rays. She also scanned the inside of my mouth with some kind of a device that show the picture of my teeth. The office staff was helpful and friendly. My appointment started right on time. Most times when I have my teeth cleaned I am in pain during the cleaning and several days after. This was not the case, I would highly recommend this dentist and this group:

If I could rate negative stars I would. I went in for a routine visit that resulted in two fillings…read moreon my right-side molars. Shortly after, I experienced severe cold sensitivity and pain when chewing. I returned twice between July and October and was only told the tooth needed filing and to try Sensodyne - no further evaluation was done. I eventually sought a second opinion, where X-rays showed the filling was not sealed properly and decay had not been fully removed. The filling had to be redone, and I later needed an emergency root canal after my bottom molar died and caused a systemic infection. I will now also need a root canal on the top molar. Neither tooth caused issues before the original fillings. I've been a patient here since childhood, but this experience has cost me over $4,000 and months of pain. I do not trust the quality of care and cannot recommend this office.

This is one of the BEST dental practices, and I really mean that. I moved away from Connecticut,…read moreand they thought I went somewhere else in Connecticut. The problem is, when I went to retrieve my dental records, THEY REFUSED TO GIVE THEM TO ME. This was quite a problem for me, extremely frustrating, and the new dentist had to be able to figure out everything. The records were promised to me at first, and they sent an X-ray and the rude office staff said "that's all you're getting, that's all we have to do," My teeth are quite complicated due to surgeries. The office manager was unavailable many times, and never returned phone calls. After this horrible situation, THEY ARE GETTING A ZERO RATING. Reported to The American Dental Association who were also USELESS. Be very careful here. 0 STARS FOR DIFFICULT PEOPLE