Good Dentist Recommendation in Rhode Island or Southern Mass

Submitted by miniciotower t3_zo07vc in RhodeIsland

I’ve had my teeth butchered by so many dentists over the years. It’s so hard to find a good dentist.

Most oversell their capabilities and try to do everything themselves, when it might be preferable to send you to a specialist in a particular area.

Many older dentists are stuck in their old ways, refusing to learn any new technologies. Ironically, though, the one gold crown I had put in when I was 17 and was told would last a lifetime, is one of the few repairs that has lasted.

I don’t have any particular decay, gum, or hygiene problems. But many of the fillings put in when I was younger have begun to shift and damage tooth structure. Once this happens, the tooth is on borrowed time.

I’m looking for someone really talented, with dedication to their craft. A positive attitude and friendly staff are a plus.

Like most Rhode Islanders, I’m willing to travel within a 1/2 hr radius from the northern part of the state. 😂

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RandomChurn t1_j0kpk5g wrote

Drs Light & Conforti on Waterman St, East Side, Providence.

I believe Dr Light is retired. Dr Conforti is maybe late 30s now? He has an innate aesthetic eye and cares about how things look. Any time I've needed to have a specialist, he hasn't hesitated.

And we had monster dentists when we were kids. I originally was referred to the Light & Conforti practice because of how accommodating they are to the previously-traumatized. The place just radiates a cheery sunny kind vibe.

Could not recommend them more highly, honestly

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Stubeezy t1_j0kq5wj wrote

2nd for this. I’ve been going to them for 16 years after 3 other awful experiences. They’re the only practice I trust with my teeth 100%.

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hobomom t1_j0l86mj wrote

>Drs Light & Conforti on Waterman St, East Side, Providence

Do you know how far out you usually have to schedule with them?

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March_Latter t1_j0l3wff wrote

I go to perfect smiles in Seekonk. They make crowns in house and this saves me visits. I had the same issue with dentists when I was young and just spend a few years getting all the errors repaired.

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Status_Silver_5114 t1_j0ktz9v wrote

Dr Burton - Burton family dental on mineral spring ave. She also has an office on s main downtown but parking is better in NP. Her staff is great. She’s done a bunch of replacing 1980s era fillings for me and crowns and her staff is lovely. And I’m a dentist hater by design.

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heathervive t1_j0l1iwt wrote

Same! I started going there 4-5 years ago after shopping around. I trust them, too! I have only gone to Main location.

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Pdmnt t1_j0kwu5h wrote

Perio Inc in Warwick is the real deal. Dr. Nager speaks at national conferences and does doctors without borders; meaning, he stays ahead on medical advancements and he has a huge heart. I could not recommend him any stronger. Very, very talented.

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commandantskip t1_j0l74t1 wrote

Paolucci Family Dentistry in Providence, recently moved to Randall Square. Super kind, nonjudgmental, and generous with the Novocaine 😂

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OrdersFriesEveryTime t1_j0ks2bp wrote

Perfect Smiles in Seekonk! I legit look forward to my appointments, they are so great and so nice.

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summerchilde t1_j0lpvrf wrote

They really are. My appointment yesterday took maybe 25 minutes for two fillings. No Novocain needed. Didn’t feel a thing. Amazing!

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huh_phd t1_j0kxuly wrote

Lakeside dental in West Greenwich. Top notch service, Dr. Calitri is a lovely gentleman and great dentist, hygienists are good and they have a therapy dog to sit on your lap if you're not keen on the dentist :)

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Academic_Actuary_971 t1_j0kyx4x wrote

Dr Picard (Woonsocket) and all of the doctors and hygienists in his office are exceptional. Very personable, and remember personal details you told them 6 months ago. Also a very gentle doctor when getting cavities. Can’t recommend him enough!

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summerchilde t1_j0lpms3 wrote

Perfect Smiles in Seekonk. I’ve been going there for a few years now. Just had two fillings done yesterday. No pain and in and out within 25 minutes. Didn’t even need Novocain.

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Noneofyour_Concern25 t1_j0mr44s wrote

Dr Vanderpool’s office in Somerset, MA. I had the best and most thorough exam of my life there I recently. Very gentle and very informative

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canibringmydog t1_j0ksoms wrote

Dr. Ward in Woonsocket. His daughter is great too.

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happy2beme4 t1_j0ktx8o wrote

Dr Da Rosa in Cumberland is great. Pratt Family Dentistry in East Greenwich is amazing.

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Hot_Introduction_270 t1_j0l2pfy wrote

I have been going to Foxboro Dental for 15 years and they have been great.

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Fine-Loquat t1_j0ln5dx wrote

Dr. Romano on Broadway in East Providence is excellent

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the_vintage_one t1_j0lp0oq wrote

Aesthetic Dental in North Providence is fantastic.

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Davecasa t1_j0lqtpn wrote

I like everyone at Pratt Family Dentistry in East Greenwich. They're friendly and gentle and do good work, but also accept that most patients don't care about teeth nearly as much as they do, and will work with you to find good solutions within what you're willing to do and pay.

A little pricey and out of network for most insurance, they deal with all that billing complexity though and you just pay the difference, which normally isn't too bad.

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LionMcTastic t1_j0lrp6r wrote

I've been going to Dr. Molak in Seekonk most of my life, and they've been awesome

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ColdFudgeSundae t1_j0lw08d wrote

Dr Dufor in Fall river Mass is phenominal

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_bettyfelon t1_j0lzr7z wrote

Dr. Patrick McGuirk in Greenville. I actually chose this office a few years ago based on someone’s response to a similar post. Small practice, one dentist. New tech, very affordable. I’ve got dental issues and I’ve seen plenty of dentists and had awful experiences. If I had had a dentist like him my whole life, maybe I wouldn’t be in the boat I’m in now. Good luck!!!

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sawtoothchris24 t1_j0m2kkz wrote

Oceanside family dentistry on Aquidneck Island.

Truly top notch, small, family oriented.

Dr. Durudogan is great and a very nice man.

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techsavior t1_j0m5c1p wrote

Access Dental on Mineral Spring in North Providence

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51632 t1_j0nm7fh wrote

WellOne.

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miniciotower OP t1_j0obetx wrote

Thank you to all the kind folks who have replied! You’ve definitely given me a lot of options to choose from.

I can sympathize with a lot of the struggles because I’ve had them too. Appreciate the advice!

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crownjd t1_j0k6pw9 wrote

Greg Melfi in Swansea!

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