I arrived early at 9:20 for a 10:00 AM appointment and was genuinely impressed from the moment I walked in. The office was busy helping other patients, but I was still seen by Dr. Larousseil in under 10 minutes — no sitting around, no delays. I was there for a panoramic X-ray (pano) and the whole experience was smooth, efficient, and professional. In and out in about 20 minutes flat. The team clearly respects your time, which is rare. I'll be back.
About Essense Dental Care
Essence Dental Care offers a range of dental services including braces. The facility is described as clean and decorated. Patients praise the friendly and welcoming staff, specifically mentioning Brandon who is professional, friendly, and patient. The X-ray tech and dental assistants are praised for their professional demeanor and for making patients feel completely at ease and comfortable. The receptionist is pleasant. However, some reviewers note that scheduling appointments can be challenging as the dentist is only available a few days a week and wait times, even with appointments, can be long. There are mixed reviews regarding customer service, with some finding the communication extremely bad and the experience unprofessional. Overall, patients have positive experiences with the dental care provided but suggest improvements in appointment scheduling and communication.
Reviews
A consistently excellent experience. The front desk, dental assistants, and management demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, efficiency, and attentiveness.
There is a clear sense of strong leadership within the office, paired with a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. I truly appreciate the level of care and customer service your team provides. It does not go unnoticed.
Thank you Essence Dental :)
I always have a great experience at Essence Dental Care, the staff couldn’t be more polite. Ms. Karen was absolutely amazing, she helped me get an emergency root canal appointment the next day and a prescription for this unbearable pain.
The staff is thorough and knowledgeable and always take time to explain everything clearly. Scheduling was easy and my evaluation went smoothly. Overall, it's always a very positive experience and I would highly recommend them.
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- accepts credit cards
- accepts insurance
Location
5805 Silver Hill Road, District Heights, MD 20747
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