Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Visalia, CA

Be aware : I have been a patient for over 12 years and have seen the continuous turnaround from administration to the doctors. I had a crown done and a cavity started under it after a root canal so the tooth was not salvageable. I was told it needed to be removed and an implant was suggested. I immediately advised that I was not in a financial position to get an implant and I just wanted it removed. I was quoted over $1800 for a removal because of bone grafts that I would have to pay for even though I was clear on not wanting an implant. I was told by Danielle who runs the front and prepared both of my estimates that they will not do a standard extract and I either pay $1800 or no tooth extraction will be considered. My hands were tied. I had an appointment this week and I was advised by the sweetest dental assistant that I can ask for a referral to an oral surgeon to have it removed and by the end of my appointment I was handed a referral. She deserves 5 stars My issue is that I was being led to believe that I had no options. I asked for other options and was told there was none. A referral was never discussed. I was provided with two separate estimates both for $1750-1800.

This is one of the best dentists I’ve been to. My first appointment was very thorough and comfortable (even the uncomfortable parts). They keep you involved with the whole process- the screen with your XRAYs is sitting right next to you so you can follow along and ask as many questions as you need to. They’re so updated that It made me realize how outdated my previous dentist’s practices were. I’ve found my dentist office- what a relief!

I do not care to see a new dentist every time ( 6 months) I’m scheduled. Their prices are ridiculous even with insurance. I came in for my 6 month cleaning and all of sudden the dentist tells me he suggest I get a bridge! What?? 6 months ago my teeth were perfect and now I need a bridge? I was also told I had a pass balance from my last 6 month appointment, cause they forgot to charge me for the fluoride !!! And you waited 6 months to tell me? I declined the bridge and told the office I was getting a second opinion