I originally found Okun Dentistry on Yelp before confirming they were in-network with my provider. I am so ecstatic after my first two appointments 5 stars isn't even enough to describe them. I was apprehensive about finding good doctors and dentists here in Arizona when I was so used to living near a huge medical district elsewhere but I am so thankful for all these reviews I felt obligated to leave one myself.
#1 I have been told I "desperately" needed a root canal about 4 years ago in another state but life happened and I never got to it. Dr. Amy told me she was able to save the tooth with some quick dental work and no root canal needed, saved me money and psychological stress from getting a root canal. Granted she explained how I might still need one in the distant future on that tooth since it's been worked on so much in the past but that was totally understandable. She didn't try to up sell me on anything unnecessary and in fact was very grateful at how she was very focused on helping the patient as opposed to pocketing quick money. Very educated, very good at problem solving. When the reviews said these people are honest and not out there to scam they were not kidding! The receptionists were wise in advising me on how to pay, although I have a good FSA card they advised I double check if whitening was covered and explained some of the billing process. This saved me from an awkward whitening experience in which I probably wold have found myself unable to use my card.
#2 When the reviews said they were friendly they weren't joking either. I feel like I'm meeting up with old friends as weird as that is to say when going there, both visits so far. The woman who cleaned my teeth (on the FIRST visit) was so gentle and explained the process and what she was doing and how I could maintain my teeth in the future. I've never felt so in tune with what's going on in my mouth and it actually encouraged me to focus on my brushing routine and brush in a way I never thought of before. You don't get this anywhere else. The mind filling conversation was not only informative but it helped take your mind off of the actual dental work.
#3 The office is freaking fantastic looking. Maybe it's a psychological thing but not only is it trendy upscale looking its actually quite intuitive how the x-rays and dental work is mostly done int he same room No awkward shuffling or anything, and the colors look relaxing and maybe it was the sun that day but the place felt more cozy than overly formal despite the nice modern contemporary look. There's overall great energy from the moment people walk in and see the receptionists to the assistants to the dentists. Great vibes.
Hopefully I won't have to go back to the dentist for any more serious issues but I am still going to go get my teeth whitened but avoiding embarrassment was a good thing that meant a lot.