Maria Ofelia Cesare, DDS

First-​off, the dentist is one of the last places I like to spend any morning, especially before work. Since my dental coverage had been dropped after graduating college last spring, I can’t say that I was looking forward to visiting a new dentist, but I had a surprisingly pleasant experience at Dr. Cesare’s office on ¹⁄₂₈ of this year. I now have insurance through my employer and thought it was time I got myself checked out after receiving a reference along with a $ 95 promotion for a cleaning, exam, and take-​home whitening kit from a coworker.
From my other semi-​recent experiences, I must admit I felt a more personal appraoch at this office compared to the dental clinic that had been going to for the last five years. After Evelin (sorry if I spelled that wrong), the hygenist, did my cleaning, Dr. Cesare came in and gave me an exam explaining what my options for treatment were. I was most concerned about a missing lower tooth that I had been neglecting considering the cost that was presented to me by my previous dental group. Needing four fillings and a solution for the missing tooth, I expressed my concern with paying for the work despite having insurance «coverage.» She briefed me on how dental insurance works and the best strategy to maximize my coverage. She worked with me to explain what she felt was most urgent and gave me the option for monthly payments to fulfill my portion of the expenses. For this year she suggested, I get my fillings done to prevent further complications (possible root canal! =/​) and then to start planning financially to get an implant for my missing tooth in the following year — we also discussed having a bridge done, but being 24 she strongly recommended the implant as a more permanent solution for my case. She explained that I would be referred to a specialist for the implant surgery and that she would do the crown. Doctor and the assistant, Argentina (she is such sweet lady; sorry for spelling again), also went over proper brushing and flossing (my downfall considering the cavities I have are near the gums and between my teeth) techniques with me as well. Getting my next appointment scheduled wasn’t comparably as difficult to make as the clinic I attended before, and I’ll be going back in three weeks to get two fillings done.
Thank you Dr. Cesare and staff,
Frank

I appreciate the time they took to discuss the situation with me. They were polite and kind, made sure I was aware of what had happened. I went in last minute for another procedure and they were very caring and attentive. Previous visits everyone was sweet and nice as well. Miscommunication happens to everyone.

I write a lot of reviews of places I have had service at to help others make a decision. I think its important you find a dentist in your area that is caring and has state of the art equipment. Evelyn did my cleaning today and I can definitely say I am satisfied. Dr. Cesare is very knowledgeable and friendly. Shirley is so sweet and they made me feel very comfortable the entire visit. She offers many specials for first time patients and has different payment options if you don’t have insurance. If you are in the area you should definitely call and make an appointment you won’t be disappointed,

If I could give her 0 Stars I would. In many occasions I have been left with my mouth open as she watches TV. I was told I needed work and their recommendation was that I get two teeth extracted, keep in mind that by this time she had already called my insurance and she ran my SS to find out how much I had left in my insurance. I decided to listen to her and she was supposed to call me back. It’s been over 3 months and I’m still waiting for her to call and best part Is I have no more money left in my insurance so everything I will need done will be out of pocket. So do I think it was a coincidence she hasn’t called me back? I think NOT!
I’ve also been witnessed of them talking about other patients and their insurance allowance. The specialist she works with are very very tight. It just seems that these people are more for the business $$$ than the passion of the career. I’ve been coming for many years and since Dr. Leon has left everything including staff have changed. I am in search for another dentist. I will no longer be coming here. Good Luck if you decide to come here.

Love these ladies. Been coming here for over 20 yrs.