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Megan Rooney

12:39 09 Jun 22

The office is conveniently located. Staff are always personable. Barbara, one of the hygienists, is phenomenal. They’re highly communicative, sending reminders for appointments by email and text. The practice was recommended by a colleague and I have since recommended it to other colleagues.

Jeff P

01:12 20 May 22

Terrific practice with very friendly and attentive staff. Excellent doctors, hygienists and staff. Nice they take care of all my insurance work as well.

Kim Langston

13:42 19 May 22

I’ve been to a lot of dentists in the past and I would have to say Denistry at 1818 Market st is very professional but also kind. I appreciate how kind the dental assistants, hygienists and dentists were. I’m not a fan of the dentist, but it was surprisingly not a bad experience because everyone was so nice. Thank you!

Moussa Koita-Nolan

12:37 18 May 22

I’ve highly enjoyed my experience here. My dentist Barbra has been a delightful person to have as a dentist. Personable and friendly. I’m also one of those people who don’t mind going to the dentist either.

Sandhya Verma

02:53 18 May 22

I have been going to this dentist office since 1998. Dr. Maurry Lees who recently retired was the best dentist in town, my hygienist Sheryl is awesome. I would highly recommend this group for your dental needs.

kaheen ALLAH

22:28 13 Apr 22

Barbara always doesA thorough job.Thank u for your service

Idalia Sanchez

13:10 17 Mar 22

This place is very professional! The staff is amazing, friendly, courteous! They get you in and out. They are good at making suggestions about how to make your smile prettier. They’re also concern with your health. Dr. Siegel is the best! I definitely recommend them for your dental health.

T Allen

01:57 10 Mar 22

I will start by saying that this review is based solely on my recent appointment experience. I have been treating with Dr. Doblin for several years now and absolutely loved working with him and his hygienists in addressing my issues. I give Dr. Doblin 5 stars.Unfortunately, over the years, my experience with interacting with the front desk, specifically the male receptionist, has been uninviting but not to the point of reducing my opinion to a review. Most recently, I had a 8 am appointment which I rushed to through crazy center city traffic and an ongoing search for parking. I called the office to inform them of the situation and was told that I would not be seen due to their 10-minute grace period policy. I find this policy is not conducive to the office’s downtown location and parking prohibitions that are in place during the morning hours. There was no budging by the receptionist and I was simply told to reschedule in September – 6 months from my current appointment. Considering the sacrifice made to make the appointment on time and the difficulties with navigating traffic, a circumstance beyond my control, I was left unhappy and considering finding new dental care. If you live or work in the City, then this location may be worth the try. But if you don’t, then this business and it’s 10-minute policy may not work in your favor.

gee smith-adams

13:34 16 Feb 22

I’ve been going here for many years and can say without hesitation that everyone I have encountered at Dentistry is awesome! Very pleasant, prompt and thorough! Keep up the great work 😊

Tamika Dennis

18:15 06 Feb 22

I have been going to this office for over 15 years. The staff is always nice and friendly. Most even know me by name. I would definitely recommend this office for any dental services needed.

Thao Nguyen

14:09 04 Feb 22

They have the most amazing staff. Very credible and don’t tell you stuff you don’t need.

Kia Jones

13:41 04 Feb 22

I’ve been to enough dentists that I can easily recognize a good one. Dr. Siegel is great! He communicates directly with me about my care and thoroughly answers my questions. He’s also gentle and compassionate. The front desk staff are all very professional and there’s never a long wait.

Jenn Hallgren

15:44 29 Jan 22

I’ve been going to Dr Seigel, and Dentisty at 1818 Market Street, for years. They are an awesome team and they help me keep up with my dental health.(As an added bonus, the team takes care to not pinch my lips/cheeks when they are going in with the instruments)!!!

Alexandra Coromilas

13:33 22 Jan 22

Had a great experience, they got me in quickly for an urgent appointment. Everyone in the office was friendly and kind. The doctor I saw was also very kind and I felt very comfortable with her and her recommendations

Sandi Holmes

15:05 21 Jan 22

I have been going to Dentistry at 1818 for approximately 14yrs while Dr. Leas was there with Dr. Siegel. I have had nothing but quality care from day one! I love Dr. Siegel and the fact that he really listens to the patient and gives direction and treatment plans thoroughly. Born with extreme Tori in my mouth, I would suggest that anyone with this condition visit Dr. Siegel and consider making him your dentist! Also, I love Drew, the front desk manager, my hygienist Sherry, and also Nicole and Dr. Doblin!! I’m always happy that they are all there when I go for my visits; they make me feel welcomed and at home. -Sandi H.

Fatima Coston

22:15 08 Jan 22

2022 the staff and doctors at this office are amazing! Very courteous and caring staff and very quick visit!I like the fact that I didn’t have a long wait time since I often go to my appointments on my lunch break. The staff was courteous and Dr. Siegel is nice.

ariana parrish

19:42 03 Jan 22

Love this place!! Amazing staff and nice to see a woman of color being a dental professional to clean my teeth (she is the best!!)They are great with COVID precautions as well.

Larry Shaw

16:27 17 Dec 21

Great dentist & hygienist. Thorough & friendly. They do great work & detail everything they do.

Frank Garcia III

14:22 09 Dec 21

They are a great dentist, it took me a while after moving to Philadelphia to find a dentist I liked, but Dr. Siegel, the hygienists, and the front desk are all great. The only down side is they are difficult to schedule with, I suppose due to high demand (almost all hygienist slots are filled 6 months out), but otherwise I have been very happy with them. I have a complicated insurance policy, and the front was very helpful in sorting through it and figuring it all out when I started coming here years ago.

Henry Williams

15:06 30 Nov 21

Friendly, professional and overall a great experience. They make you feel really comfortable.

Sareh Jones

18:06 02 Nov 21

A fabulous establishment! The patient service is superb and the environment is relaxing and tidy. I appreciate the humor and delight of the staff. I look forward to my appointments every time.

C.P. Brown

13:34 15 Oct 21

This staff is wonderful. Very nice and warming. The doctor was great. I’m a first time patient and she put a plan together to receive the best treatment for my teeth

Ian Bernardin

12:15 30 Sep 21

The day of my first visit, I got very lucky because a slot opened up for a cleaning, and Dr. Siegel was kind enough to fit me in early. Barbara then did a fantastic job cleaning my teeth and advising me on how to maintain them going forward. I definitely recommend the practice!

Wayne David

13:46 16 Sep 21

The best Dentistry in the city of Philadelphia. Very professional and sensitive to the needs of their clients. I highly recommend them.

Sin Weng

01:32 15 Sep 21

I’ve been going here for 2 years now. They’ve always been quick, efficient, professional and super kind! My dentist and assistant have always been informative and sweet to me. They’ve taken COVID precautions pretty seriously which us something that I really appreciate. I would really recommend this place to anyone.

Anna CJ

12:57 10 Aug 21

Dr. Siegel and Shari are the best! Ive been with practice since Dr Leas was there. Shari does beyond superior and excellent cleaning! When I raised certain concerns, Dr. Siegel addressed it immediately and did it professionally. He really does care for his patients! The front desk team are extremely friendly and the place is clean. I highly recommend 1818 Dentistry!

12:38 10 Aug 21

Afrooz Mosallaeipour

14:32 26 Jul 21

I was satisfied with the work they did for my first filling here. However, the second time did not come out well.Regardless of my not-very-friendly doctor (I know it’s not their responsibility to make me feel less nervous but a bit of friendliness is highly appreciated), my teeth started being very painful and sensitive after a month of filling it. I was abroad, so I had to stop eating and drinking by my right side to sooth the pain until I come back.An assistant checked my teeth and initially said oh I see the report says the cavity was too deep (it was not) and let me take an x-ray. After a few minutes, she said oh but let me check if the shape and height of the filling is okay. She checked and said wow this filling is too high and this is why you are in pain. She eventually fixed it right away.But let me go back to my filling day: the doctor did the emptying and then left it to her assistant to fill it. It took her a long time to do it and when she was done, I felt like the filling was twice as high as it needed to be. So she started sanding it for about 20 mins until it was okay. The doctor came and checked her work and apparently everything was okay, but of course it was not. It resulted in being too sensitive even to room-temperature water after a month.I still have one teeth to fill and I will not go back here.

cristina lusardi

12:15 17 Jun 21

All the staff I encountered were very kind and professional. I have been here twice now and will continue to come back for all my dental needs. I’ve seen two different hygienists and both have been wonderful. I will also recommend to my friends based on my good experience!

Mike Burke

01:16 04 Jun 21

Just started coming here as a new patient and could not be happier. Every single person I’ve interacted with in this office has been incredible. Wish I would have started coming here long before now.

Maurry Leas

00:30 04 Jun 21

Simply the very best, warmest and the most competent dental team available anywhere.These guys are great.

Julia Altenburger

06:52 03 Apr 21

Love this place! Always friendly and efficient! Dr. Siegal is caring and thoughtful, always taking the time to sit down and explain anything needed as well. Barbara Walters is by far the best hygienist I’ve even been to as well!! She is thorough and has been the only one to be able to get my teeth plaque free in the trouble areas AND without feeling likes extracting my teeth with it. Very happy to be going here and would definitely recommend!

CraigD (CraigD)

11:32 30 Mar 21

Doctors and staff are very professional, warm and friendly. I’ve recommended this dental office to several family and friends. Dentistry is a personal experience and they exceed all my expectations every visit.

yuska

04:33 11 Mar 21

After being in Philly for 9 years with the same dentist who I did not care for very much… I wanted to make a change to a new dentist. I honestly wish I found them about 9 years earlier. Excellent staff across the board from front office – hygienists – Dr Siegel… entire team is terrific.

Akanksha Bhatnagar

17:38 10 Mar 21

I would happily give 5/5 for the dental filling and the cleaning service I received, very professional!But 0/5 for missing out a big cavity in my teeth after taking 16 X-ray images and inspecting my teeth in the initial appointment a month ago. I even told the dentist I saw something black in my wisdom teeth on upper left jaw that they then inspected and said it must be something stuck but it’s not cavity as it doesn’t show in X-rays.I was still getting annoyed as the black thing wouldn’t come off and a medical friend was confident that was a cavity. So I brought it up when I went back for a filling appointment and they confirmed its a cavity and I should get my wisdom teeth removed ASAP – which I really wish I knew before!!Looking back, the X-rays did not cover the whole tooth in any of the 16 panel images so I guess they couldn’t spot the cavity? But how could a dentist miss such a big cavity!! I even had a oral surgeon appointment somewhere else, and they suggested I could wait a little for getting wisdom teeth removed because they relied on these incomplete X-rays and did not realize I had a cavity. So I guess I will have to make another surgeon appointment and go through the procedures right away.So glad I followed my instincts on this and did not blindly rely on what I was told.

Bertine Ndongo

14:57 26 Feb 21

I came for a dental checkup, i saw the dentist and she was knowledgeable and nice to me. Now, I had provided my insurance information days before the appointment. Just because I had seen another provider the same day, I was forced to pay for everything out-of-pocket. I told them my insurance was going to cover for the visit, the front desk guy was almost yelling at me. I paid for the consultation and left.I needed a feeling so I contacted them yesterday to schedule, since they had already charged my insurance for x-rays and everything. I asked the lady on the phone to tell me how much my copay would be, to avoid another unpleasant surprise. She said she was giving me a call back with the amount, which she never did. I had to call back this morning, asking the same question: what would my out-of-pocket be?That’s only when I found out my insurance had fully paid for that previous visit, so I was basically charged twice! No one reached out to let me know I had a credit. Basically, had I not called, I would have never known.I’m giving 2 stars instead of 1 because the dentist was nice to me.

Christine Southergill

15:06 25 Feb 21

Everything about this practice is 5-star. Every staff member is professional is caring, efficient, and professional. Covid-19 precautions are extensive. I have not felt uncomfortable visiting this office!

Lou V

13:09 25 Feb 21

I’ve been coming to this office for over 25 years and every time I leave I’m satisfied and happy that I’ve remained a customer for so long! Shari is the best hygienist on the planet!!

J Simmons

13:31 24 Feb 21

Been visiting this office for–can it be?–more than 20 years. The team here is so professional, talented, and kind that I have continued to go here even though I have long since moved to the suburbs. It’s not convenient to slog back into the city for my appointments–but THAT’S how good Dr. Leas, Dr. Siegel, Shari, and the whole staff are.

Nikkie Goff

05:07 24 Feb 21

Absolutely would recommend family or friends. Prompt service and very friendly staff.

Tara Perkins

13:55 08 Dec 20

I am petrified of the dentist. Nikki and Dr Siegel were very kind, patient And caring. I’ll make another review on Friday when the real work happens. But I have a feeling it will be the same. Thank you guys

Michelle Rodney

23:40 27 Oct 20

Today was my first visit to this practice. They were great about covid precautions and I felt very safe. My hygienist was Shari and she was recommended to me by a friend and lived up to my high expectations. I managed a dental practice for almost 20 years so I know a good hygienist and well run office when I see one. I immediately texted my local family members and told them to schedule appointments with Shari. My only reservation is if I speak too highly of her it’ll be harder for me to get a future appointment, but she is deserving of the praise so I’ll spread the word.

23:51 20 Oct 20

I have going to this dentist office since 1998. Dr. Maurry Lees who recently retired was the best dentist in town, my hygienist Sheryl is awesome. I would highly recommend this group for your dental needs.

Laura Jayne

00:01 07 Oct 20

Very kind and welcoming staff! One of my first dentist experiences that was not horrid at all. 🙂

A Google User

02:59 24 Sep 20

Best practice in the city. Caring staff and knowledgeable doctors. Really went the extra mile with COVID protection. Highly recommend!

Connor Hogan

23:52 16 Sep 20

It was great! Very kind and personable doctors who seem dedicated to getting me back to Dental Health. The decor was incredibly eclectic, which I loved.

Darren Pinkett

04:35 15 Sep 20

An excellent experience quick and efficient, professional

Richard Freeman

23:37 11 Sep 20

Best Dental Experience Ever Very Friendly. Got Right Down To The Issue And What To Do To Fix Them. One Of The Ladies At The Front Desk Went The Extra Mile In Helping Me Get My Oral Surgeon Appointment Setup I Am Ignorant When It Comes Insurance Policies And Stuff But They Helped Very Well Done

Sabina Pinch

23:34 08 Sep 20

Clean, great customer service, friendly staff.

Erica Miller

15:23 06 Sep 20

A co-worker raved about this dental office a few years back when I stated I needed a new dental office…I have since been raving about this same practice to my friends and co-workers since becoming part of their patient family…I cannot express how KIND, HONEST and PROFESSIONAL all of the staff are!!!…They really are phenomenal!!!

Frank Martin

00:32 04 Sep 20

Great staff, great dentists. The whole experience was 10/10.

Ray Lang

23:52 03 Sep 20

A consistently professional and friendly professional dentist office through and through. Been going for about 5 years. They’re tops. Top of the charts.

Joshua Rosenberg

00:23 03 Sep 20

Fantastic, friendly, and professional staff. I seldom wait more than a couple minutes for my appointment. COVID-19 protocols are solid, as they use masks and face shield. They also upgraded to a tooth-polishing device that doesn’t aerosolize saliva. My partner’s dentist did not make such an upgrade, thus she was unable to get her teeth polished during the pandemic. I also find that their check-in and check-out processes, as well as their reminder/notification systems are particularly efficient compared to those of other dental offices I’ve frequented.

Andrea Fray

23:34 31 Aug 20

I’ve been going to 1818 for a little over a year now because I’d become displeased with my then practice. A close friend and current patient recommended them and it was the best decision ever. The staff is very pleasant, professional and knowledgeable.

Paul Kleffman

00:48 28 Aug 20

My experience at Dentistry at Dentistry at 1818 Market Street was great. They are always very professional, friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend them!

Danielle Mercedez

13:14 24 Aug 20

Dr. Doblin along with the staff (Drew & Nicole) were AMAZING! I went for gum contouring and Dr. Doblin explained everything and made sure I was comfortable during the procedure. He even followed up with me to see how I was doing after. My wedding is coming up soon and because he knew that he was able to put on the schedule quick, Drew who handles his book was able to put in fast when someone cancelled. I was even able to come in for a touch up. I’m now confident with my smile and I can’t wait to take my wedding photos!Thank you

Lauren Gaffaney

00:41 23 Aug 20

Felt safe due to the covid screening and their use of proper social distancing in the office. Actual visit itself was quick and efficient.

Kimberly Ristine

02:45 20 Aug 20

I am extremely happy with the service I receive at Dentistry at 1818 Market Street. The professionalism and friendliness of the entire team is outstanding! My hygienist Danielle was very nice, did a great job cleaning my teeth and is very informative. Dr. Siegel does a very thorough exam and is always willing to answer my questions. Dr. Doblin did 2 implant surgeries and both were painless. Both Dr. Doblin and his assistant Nicki made me feel very comfortable. I was impressed with how important it was to them that I was comfortable during the process. Thank you to the entire top notch staff at Dentistry at 1818 Market Street for always showcasing excellent care to my dental needs!

Alison Levy

23:44 18 Aug 20

This is only me second cleaning with this office, but this is the most relaxed I’ve ever felt at any dentist office. They found great solutions for keeping patients socially distanced while still being efficient. My hygienist was very compliantly about my oral hygiene (i maybe an adult, but a “great job!” always feels good) and explained everything she was doing as it was happening. And they were even able to set up a second appointment to fix a filling before my insurance runs.

Kait Johnstone

16:32 18 Aug 20

Everyone was exceptionally kind, safety measures were being followed, and it was as enjoyable of an experience as a visit to the dentist could possibly be. I really appreciated the transparency around cost, willingness to answer questions and measures taken to make the patient feel comfortable.

00:15 18 Aug 20

Simply the very best, warmest and the most competent dental team available anywhere.

Ron Legamaro

23:48 17 Aug 20

Such caring, professionals! Always feel safe in their hands.

James Farrell

23:45 12 Aug 20

Both friendly and knowledgeable staff. Additionally, they had standards in place to deal with safety issues related to the pandemic.

Michael Wightman

11:17 12 Aug 20

Great office. Fantastic techs. Leas and Siegel are amazing, and Shari, my tech, is the best! Just an awesome experience all around!

Jennifer Spotts

23:35 05 Aug 20

Amazing experience every time. I wish I could go to the dentist more than every 6 months! The team is amazing, personable, and efficient. Dr. Siegel and team are the best in the city!

Sofi G

23:03 18 Feb 20

I was so impressed by this dentistry office. First of all I was able to get a quick appointment for an urgent matter. The front desk assistants are delightful and extremely nice and helpful. They are upfront about costs and they accept a wide variety of dental insurances. Dr. Siegel was kind and on point as well as his dental assistant! Wonderful experience! Highly recommended. What a wonderful environment.

Matt G

02:26 10 Feb 20

I look forward to my cleanings with Linda. I want her to be my hygienist forever. She’s very thorough, and I always seem to leave learning something new.

damon shackleton

21:55 21 Jan 20

The staff here are great and friendly. They explained my options well. I’ve had 2 appointments here after not seeing a dentist office for 7 years and my experience was great.

Stan C

16:20 10 Jan 20

Always a warm welcome from the ladies when I return for a visit. They are quick, professional and informative. Glad I found them.

17:36 11 Dec 19

They are a great dentist, it took me a while after moving to Philadelphia to find a dentist I liked, but Dr. Siegel, the hygienists, and the front desk are all great. The only down side is they are difficult to schedule with, I suppose due to high demand (almost all hygienist slots are filled 6 months out), and their latest evening appointments are at 4:30p, but otherwise I have been pretty happy with them. I have a complicated insurance policy, and the front was very helpful in sorting through it and figuring it all out when I started coming here years ago.

Mark Blaho

12:30 08 Oct 19

Trans competent dentist. All the staff work quickly and gently, and appointments are accepted within 15 minutes of scheduling. I had 4 fillings done and it wasn’t as bad as I thought (always nice). If they accept your insurance, definitely give this office a try.

Cindy Weng

02:05 13 Aug 19

Great first experience! I am a new patient. The receptionist was very sweet, all the staff is super nice. Received clear and great advice. I didn’t have to wait long at all. They just had an opening while I was getting a routine check up for a teeth cleaning and asked if I wanted to get my teeth cleaned as well since it was covered by my insurance. I have been to many many dentists offices and this was probably the most pleasant.

Richard Lewis

14:24 02 Aug 19

To start I do NOT like Dentists. These guys are great. They put me at ease, explained what I needed to get done…without any pressure or litany of “things we should do”. Everyone was smiling (nice smiles too), from the doc to the front desk. I’d recommend these guys if your not a “dentist fan”.