Thomas A Leech, DDS, PLLC

They knew my dependent daughter’s insurance had been cancelled by my ex-​husband (which I did not know). Rather than contact me prior to her appointment to see if she had other insurance or if I still wanted to keep the appointment without insurance coverage, they not only went ahead with the appointment, but also made it a very expensive one by doing full x-​rays (similar to what another reviewer experienced). I was a long-​time client and they knew my situation well. I found out when I received the bill. When I called Dr. Leech’s office, the front desk person felt certain I would get some relief — at least a discount to only have to pay what they would have received through the insurance, but instead I was billed the full 100% cost, thus increasing their profit at my expense.

Their office assured us that they are in-​network and accept our insurance to bring us in. When we got in they racked up the bill with all kinds of exams and x-​rays like there is no tomorrow. The insurance didn’t cover because they were not in-​network and their charges were excessive.
The Leech office forced us to pay under the excuse that it was not their responsibility to confirm that they were in-​network (even though they told us they were). I ended up paying because I hate to argue with crooks for a few dollars and/​or risk my credit rating.
His name should have warned us. Definitely stay away.

My wife had recommended a dentist in Greensboro, but it seemed wasteful to spend that much time to go to a dentist, so I began looking locally. Angie’s List has Dr. Leech top-​rated, so I had planned on visiting there «sometime.» Sometime became now when a molar fractured; calling the office I was able to be seen quickly even without an appointment.
Dr. Leech and his entire staff are incredible; courtesy and a warm welcome do much to alleviate the nervousness I always feel when entering any dentist’s office; their professional demeanor and efficiency are the best I’ve found.
The options for treatment are explained by Dr. Leech clearly and he involves the patient in the decision regarding what to do (rather than telling you what he is going to do).
Great staff, great dentist and a great location; why go anywhere else?

EXCELLENT AND STELLAR
I AM A PATIENT FOR 11 years
REASONABLE PRICES.
DR. LEECH HAS A GREAT BEDSIDE MANNER, which is good, since I am often filled with dread

I’m very happy with my cleaning and consultation with this dentist office. Meg was very friendly and professional and gave me the best tooth cleaning, removing out a lot of tarter buildup just below the gum-​line that others have missed. It was a top spa experience for my teeth! Dr Leech gave me a great consultation. He told me a more conservative than other dentists I’ve come across. He didn’t push any unneccessary procedures but gave me the skinny on the state of my enamel and what areas to watch. I highly recommend Dr Leech and Meg. Make your appt early. They have a lot of faithful clients. They do try to get you in early if someone cancels. Thanks!

So, I thought I’d update my review below given a recent experience. I came in for a cleaning this morning and was told I needed to have updated X-​Rays done.
I have become a little less than enthused about getting dental X-​Rays (or any X-​Rays), since these peer-​reviewed studies came out:
I realize the technology has gotten better, but I still do not see that the benefit out weighs the risk (an odds ratio of 2 means double the risk).
I was informed that they would not do the cleaning unless I got X-​Rays.
They said it was a law that in order for a dental exam to be done I had to have X-​Rays that were done within one year (it had been 2-​years for me). This seemed off to me. So, I checked, and I can’t find any law that states this. Even if it is true, by law they could have still provided a cleaning because a dental exam is not required to provide a cleaning:
«Must a dentist examine every patient who receives a
routine prophylaxis?
Not necessarily. The law requires that a hygienist work under „the dentist’s
order, control and approval.“ The law, as it is worded, does give the dentist
the prerogative to determine whether a complete examination is necessary
at a given visit; however, that determination does not relieve him of his
responsibility for the oral health care of the patient. A patient may not be
charged for an examination if the dentist does not examine the patient,
and the examination must be thorough. »
If they want to refuse care because I do not want X-​Rays, that is up to them as a business. But they knew I was coming due for X-​Rays, and I would have appreciated them letting me know this was their policy before the appointment or to say ‘ok, we’ll clean your teeth now, but next time you have to have X-​Rays.’ For me to take-​off work, be sitting in their office, and then be refused care is just dumb-​founding.
I should mention, all of my other visits have been fantastic. So, if you are happy to do X-​Rays, Dr. Leech is a wonderful dentist.

Excellent dentist! Dr Sainani is very friendly and professional. Staff is great, too! Prices are reasonable and they take most insurance. I think I had to pay $ 2 once but that’s because my insurance is weird. They don’t hurt you or recommend procedures you don’t need. So far my wife and I have just had teeth cleanings /​x-​rays but have been very impressed and recommend this office to friends if they are looking for a dentist. No one likes going to the dentist but here you at least like the people!

I saw Dr. Kiran L. Sainani as a follow-​up to my previous dentist’s suggestion I get some cavities looked at. I brought my X-​rays and what my old dentist wrote down for my new dentist.
Dr. Sainani was very nice and great at explaining what was going to get done, more than my old dentist! They even have these cool goggles you can watch movies through while getting work done.
She was also very responsive about addressing issues I had when I went back for my second round of fillings. The office staff was very nice and professional, too.
I guess the minus one star is for the price. In order to do everything my old dentist recommended, it cost about $ 200 more than his quote for me. I had to pay $ 300 out of pocket. That’s pretty steep.