Amazing fast scheduling, relaxed, caring people. They call you promptly if a schedule change may be…read moreneeded. The Dentist called to be sure I knew my Insurance benefits were not as good starting Janusru, and was ready to refer me to an Insurance pro to help evaluate options so we can proceed with my treatment plan. Much appreciated!! Nest Montavilla for lunch at Roscoes or another groovy place. On the 72 crosstown Bus line, which I recommend, as twice this season i saw addicts doing deals in the parking lot north of there. Don't wait months to get scheduled for care, just call!

I would give 0 stars if i could. I have been here twice and both experiences were terrible…read more First- i came in for a cleaning and exam. I am very on top of my oral hygiene, and get cleanings every 6 months. I have never in my life had someone give me such a painful cleaning. I usually enjoy going to the dentist but this was truly a torture session. The hygienist scraped my teeth and gums until I bled, and when I said it hurt they didnt seem to care. There was absolutely no reason for someone to be that brutal on my mouth. I was sore for a couple days afterwards. The second time i came in to fix a cavity. The doctor gave me 7 shots and I still wasn't numb. Instead, she drilled into my molar while i could still feel it, and afterwards, half my face was temporarily paralyzed for about 2 hours. Also, the sealant over the cavity is totally messy and bumpy all over my molar. She didnt even bother to smooth it out. My close friend got a cleaning recently and she complained of how barbaric and painful it was. I was curious so i asked her where she went- she went to Pacific! I was so mad i didnt leave a review to warn her. So here's me, writing a review. Be warned- this place is absolutely terrible. It made me afraid of going to the dentist.

I wouldn't send someone I hate here. Everything about my…read moreexperience here was uncomfortable, painful and a total nightmare. In hindsight, I wish I had stood up in the middle of my appointment and walked out. Calling to schedule, the receptionist was not warm and just told me to send my insurance and then they would call back to schedule, while lacking any kindness or professionalism. They called later, booked an appointment and then left a voicemail the day before, telling me call to confirm my appointment. I didn't have the time to do since I was working that whole day prior and am used to getting texts if confirmation is necessary. I didn't even get the voicemail until after my appointment. I book clients for my business and use online booking and it sends reminders so I don't have to call and bug people. Most people don't want phone calls these days, or to be required to have to call someone again. I made the appointment, so I'm going to show up. Just send a reminder in advance and paperwork, rather than waiting until the day of! As I was walking out the door the day of my appointment, I get a call and it's the receptionist, again with no professionalism, asking if I'm coming in. Yes. I made the appointment didn't I? I show up, she asks for my ID and insurance card and hands me a stack of papers to fill out. Didn't send them via email or in the mail ahead of time like every other doctor office in 2025 would. I frantically try to fill it out, but don't have my card to answer the questions because she didn't give it back. I get called back to get started while still trying to complete a bunch of papers and already so stressed out. There was no small talk, no welcoming, no getting to know this new patient or my need; just total awkwardness. After getting my X-rays, the doctor comes in, seems friendly enough, but again, no real connection or attempt to make me comfortable or get to know my dental history or why I'm there. I already have immense anxiety around going to a dentist and have experienced a ton of trauma this year and was clearly on edge and was just hoping it would all be over soon. After the assistant attempted to hand me a pair of dirty and greasy looking sunglasses, I declined and put on my own and was still somehow blinded by their light, with no apology or inquiry of my comfort level. They clearly didn't look at the paperwork to see that I had anxiety and sensitivity. He starts just scraping around my teeth and aggressively poking my gums. I winced and moved uncomfortably in the chair and he seemed annoyed that I was in pain. It felt like he was shaming me about the issues with my teeth and telling me what I should have been doing, even though I've been keeping up with dental care previous to visiting this place. I explained that I used to have great dental insurance and a different provider through my husband, but that he had just passed away this year and now I was on state insurance and attempting to establish new care, then got choked up and so overwhelmed by grief, fear and shame. The nurse patted my arm as I started to silently sob and asked if I was still grieving?! What?! What do you think? My husband just died...and I'm getting my mouth attacked by an aggressive and unfriendly staff. I will always grieve my husband of 20 years that suddenly died and left me a single mother of two kids. It would have been better had she said nothing, by adding insult to injury. I couldn't understand much of what the doctor was saying with his accent and he just sounded angry as he kept repeating the same word over and over again that I still didn't understand. I felt like he wasn't even attempting to communicate clearly. Throughout my painful cleaning, I listened as he had numerous conversations with various people, from where to leave a package, him asking to get receipts, asking another nurse if a patient can wait five more minutes as I laid there feeling like he was rushing through my visit and treating me like cattle. He asked if I wanted fluoride and I declined, just wanting out of there as fast as I could and he seemed excited that I didn't want it and moved on to referring me to an endodontist for another problematic dental issue. When he finally finished hurting my teeth and told me to go home and rinse with salt water because I was in pain, I went to retrieve my ID and insurance card. I was told the receptionist was busy and to sit and wait even longer! They wanted to schedule me for another appointment to fix my tooth, so I sat for another ten minutes. The receptionist seemed over worked and confused.

Very thorough cleaning and helpful expertise. Nice staff…read more Gave a good referral that was considerate of my needs, showed me why I needed antibiotics and described the x ray

I love that Montavilla Dental Arts is in my neighborhood. They are friendly, attentive, and…read moreconvenient. For years I suffered through snooty dentists that only cared about payments until I found Dr. Apollon-Chirouze right around the corner. Dental health is too important to neglect and Dr. AC and her team care deeply about me as a human being rather than just a dollar sign. Since starting at Montavilla Dental Arts, I feel more invested in my dental health due to their care and devotion. Parking is convenient and they always call me back when I have questions. Now I actually look forward to going to the dentist!!!

I went in for an emergency tooth extraction and with my 7week old baby in tow. The entire staff was…read morevery welcoming and showed compassion and understanding for both me and my baby. Looking around, everything was clean and organized. I felt comfortable and taken care of. Dr. Apollon-Chirouze was straightforward, knowledgeable, understanding, and caring! Being in her capable hands while dealing with mouth pain and the stress of having to bring my baby with me, made all the difference. I appreciated how she broke down the information I needed without it feeling punitive. I'm so happy that I found Montavilla Dental Arts and will be continuing on as a regular patient.

Excellent group of people with happy, cheerful attitudes. Great service. Always concerned my…read morecomfort. From cleanings to major work, this is the place to go.

Going to the dentist can be such a drag, but not at 92 Dentistry. First off, the space is…read morebeautiful, calm, and relaxing. Treatment rooms have plenty of space for the provider to move around. The office team is friendly and helpful, and actually take the time to get to know you. And Dr. Ngo and his team of providers are skilled, careful, and knowledgable. From end to end, (I never imagined myself saying this) they've made going to the dentist into something I look forward to.

I went to Portland City Dental on January 20 after a bridge supported by two lower-left implants…read morecame out. I requested a panoramic X-ray. Both this dentist and a dentist I know in France confirmed that my upper right and lower right molars needed extraction. The estimate included extractions, a bone graft on the lower right, and an implant. However, there was visible movement in the upper implants. When implants in one arch are unstable, it is clinically important to fully evaluate the cause and structural stability before proceeding with new grafts or implants in the opposing arch, as bite force, alignment, and overall occlusion affect long-term outcomes. Despite this, the plan focused on moving forward with the lower extraction and graft. This is a family-run practice. The dentist's wife manages the front desk, and his daughters serve as assistants. While there is nothing inherently wrong with a family practice, I found the level of professionalism concerning in a surgical setting. During a root canal on the upper right molar, one of his daughters assisted. The office did not have hands-free suction equipment, and she repeatedly failed to suction properly while the rubber dam was in place. At one point, she sprayed me directly in the face with water. When I questioned whether she knew what she was doing, she responded sarcastically rather than reassuringly. Nitrous oxide was not available in the office. After the procedure, I was asked whether I was on antibiotics, although none had been prescribed. I had to ask the front desk why no antibiotics had been issued. When I expressed concern, the dentist reacted by yelling and slamming a door. I was given no written aftercare instructions, no explanation of expected pain levels, and no guidance regarding the gauze placed after the procedure. As the anesthesia wore off, I experienced significant pain. I emailed the office multiple times asking about the gauze and received no response. The practice operates out of three offices, and it was extremely difficult to reach anyone by phone. When I raised this issue, I was told, "You'll get used to it." I chose not to return and instead sought a second opinion. The contrast was significant. The second dentist provided written aftercare instructions, prescriptions for pain management, an ice pack, and a follow-up call the next day. When I returned with discomfort, the area was evaluated, cleaned, sutured properly, and reassessed. I was also advised that no bone graft or implant work should be performed on the lower jaw until the upper implants are fully evaluated by a specialist. Based on my experience, I would not recommend Portland City Dental. Surgical dentistry requires careful sequencing, proper equipment, professional conduct, clear communication, and structured aftercare.

Do not let this man give you a root canal. He botched mine three years ago, and now I have to pay a…read morespecialist hundreds of dollars to fix his mistake. I wouldn't even trust this practice with a simple cleaning.

I had an emergency and they took me in right away. I was very pleased with the professionalism of…read morethe entire staff. My emergency precipitated a root canal which they perform next day. Dr. Knight, his assistant Cayla and the entire staff were wonderful, respectful and highly professional. I can't speak more highly for a Dental office!

Sitting in the parking lot, 5 min before my very first appt and I almost turned around and left. I…read morepopped open Yelp and saw some pretty scathing reviews & I panicked. I decided to take a deep breath & try them anyway. I am SO glad I did. It all started before I even got there - Alyssa (front desk/receptionist) was so communicative about my insurance benefits & offered options to make it possible to get the services I needed. Upon arrival I was greeted by & got X-rays from such a sweet, hilarious & very knowledgeable tech named Hallie. They constantly asked about comfort & gave options for how to be cared for. I was extra nervous to meet Dr.Knight, based on previously mentioned reviews... to my delight he was awesome. He communicated clearly, was kind, told some pretty funny/dry Dad jokes that put me at ease. He was present & answered all of my questions. On to my cleaning with Erik - who's done this for 10 yrs & it showed through their patience, communication & tenderness during the whole experience. Jokes were told, consistent checking in with what I needed & just the right amount of silence truly made me sooooo glad I listened to my gut, to give this place a chance. I'm so happy with the experience and hope you give them a chance too!

I've had a lot of dental work in my life due to dental fears. About 15 years ago, I started taking…read morereally good care of my teeth and things have improved. I have been to so many dentists in Portland and Belmont family dental is truly the best! They are kind, cheerful, organized, and positive. Even if they stop taking my dental insurance, I would happily pay to keep them as my Dentist!

What's in a name? Apparently everything. Kind, gentle, helpful, what more could you ask for in a…read moreDentist? 10 stars could be a new standard. Thank you!

Does not advise the patient as to what he's trying to accomplish…read more Refuses to advise patient as to the cost of various procedures. apparently is unable to complete any procedure before skipping to another dental issue. Continuously attempting to treat the patient with the "red dot", or other of his unorthodox side hustles. ..I'm an old lady who's had lots of experience with many dentists over the years. Dr. Starr is the absolute worst.

If you tell your new dentist's office that you can't keep the appointment if they can't bill your…read moreinsurance, getting a bill for that visit because they don't take your insurance is a huge, and expensive, slap in the face. This is especially hard since the ACA offers dental coverage to all pediatric patients. I will never go there, will never recommend them and am insulted by their refusal to come up with an equitable solution. Why would ANYONE pay for a dental appointment if their insurance covers it? 0 stars for this office.

Dr. Ho & his staff provide exemplary care! I've been seeing Dr. Ho for many years now, and have…read morealways been pleased by the level of care I've received. He & his staff are friendly, and efficient as well as reasonably priced. (As dental care is often prohibitively expensive, Dr Ho is, in my experience anyway, mid-range.)

I have been seeing Dr. Ho for YEARS!! He has been the only dentist I have ever had in my life that…read morecan get the numbing needle in the correct spot the first time! He seems to have that down to a science! Everyone is always friendly and they let you know directly and up front what their capabilities are regarding your teeth and health and will refer you out when needed! They have saved my butt on numerous occasions!! I seriously don't know what I'd do without their team! I'll tell you what though, it's because of them I have my front tooth and I'm not looking like I came from the set of "the hills have eyes". Unfortunately every healthcare place has a waiting period for appointments :/ If you can, make Apex dental your primary dentist!!

These folks are great! I love their approach of making a…read moreplan together to help you keep a healthy mouth. The staff was friendly and professional from the moment I walked in, until I left. I cannot thank them enough for making my experience a great one.

This is the last dental clinic I would ever recommend to myself, my family, or my friends…read more I had a severe toothache for two weeks and finally came to this clinic for help. I paid $50 for the initial visit. They took X-rays and saw that my tooth was in very bad condition. The tooth was badly decayed, and the roots appeared infected. After the examination, I was told to pay another $250 deposit for a follow-up appointment with a different doctor. I was also told that treatment for two teeth, including root canals and other procedures, would cost close to $10,000. At the time, I did not have dental insurance and was paying through a dental plan. I went home and tried to wait for my appointment. The next day, the pain became unbearable. I could not eat, drink, sleep, sit comfortably, or function normally. The pain was so severe that I felt desperate, yet I was expected to wait almost another week before being seen. Eventually, I could not take it anymore and went to a different dental clinic. There, I paid only $130, and the dentist immediately extracted the tooth. I was told the tooth was beyond saving. The staff treated me professionally, provided medication, and gave me immediate relief. Within a very short time, I was able to return to work, sleep normally, and get back to my daily life without constant pain. I later canceled my appointment with this clinic six days in advance. I was told that my $250 deposit would be refunded within a few weeks, but I have still not received it. That experience only added to my frustration. What disappoints me most is that I came to this clinic seeking urgent help while dealing with extreme pain, yet I left feeling like my condition was not treated with the urgency it required. The other clinic saved me a tremendous amount of pain, stress, lost time, and missed work. Looking back, I wish I had gone there first. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this clinic.