Bankhead & Groipen, DDS

I started seeing them about a year ago for regular cleanings because they were convenient. I loved everyone in the office and didn’t actually mind going. I have massive dental phobias from dentists ignoring my need for extra Novocaine — and me inevitably freaking out. This doesn’t happen to me here. I just had my first root canal and it was as pleasant as that kind of thing can be. He listened, gave me the right Novocaine, talked to me. Over before I knew it. I love Dr. Groipen and the whole staff.

This is a great Dental office. As other people have noted, everything is top of the line.
I had two wisdom teeth removed by Dr. Bankhead and the man is a pro. It was over in like a minute and there was no pain at all. I didn’t even know he had pulled the teeth out! I thought he was just poking around back there and then he said «Okay, you’re all set». It was not at all like the horror stories I had heard from other people, but maybe that’s just the difference in having a good dentist or not.
I would recommend this dental office to anyone

Full disclosure here — I hate going to the dentist. This despite never needing anything truly major done and being apparently blessed with really good teeth.
I won’t say much about my own case — but please know that I feel like I got some sub-​par work done and am now stuck with getting it all corrected. Further, these guys seem to be all about the a la carte charges, whether it’s sealants or whatever. I’m not a big believer in most of that, but my biggest complaint is that, when they treat my kids, I expect to at least be consulted before they start piling on with this sort of thing.
I won’t be back. And I’m hiring an attorney.

The office is in a shady part of town, but rest assured, their equipment and tools are top-​of-​the-​line (and so is the service). I’d recommend this place to everyone for any dental service (cleaning, crowns, bonding, etc.).

I’ve been going here for years and I’ve had zero complaints! I frequent both the Hyde Park and West Roxbury office and get nothing but amazing service from when I enter to when I walk out the door. Never thought the dentist could be so pleasant!
I had my wisdom teeth removed, two pull and two extracted, without a tear an awake.
Will soon be getting some ortho care as well.

I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Bankhead and his staff. Everyone is so friendly and they genuinely care about their customers. They take great care of my teeth and are mindful of how costly some procedures can be, offering discounts for some procedures and letting me know if other things can be put off for a bit. I highly recommend Dr. Bankhead and can tell you with confidence that you will be in good hands!

Although I have mostly been to their West Roxbury office, I wanted to update this review for both locations.
My dentist, Dr. Rick Bankhead, is attentive, professional, and a good conversationalist. The hygenists and other dentists are all great as well. My favorite thing is how reception always greets me by name. I feel like they’ve been waiting all day for me. hurrah! I keep going back, so they must be doing something right.
Be good and go to the dentist. Follow the rules, floss, and don’t eat too many sweets.

I had a very positive experience here – even though I had a root canal. The dentist and staff made me as comfortable as possible. I was very happy that it was all dealt with in one visit.
The office was extremely helpful and courteous as well. I will return (but hopefully not for any more root canals)!

I’ve been to both their Hyde Park and W. Roxbury locations a few times now, for regular cleanings as well as major work. I initially got reffered here by my parents, who had been seeing Dr. Bankhead for some time and had nothing but good things to say.
Having braces for almost 5 years as a child along with regular cleanings, I’m no stranger to the dentist. That said, Dr. Bankhead is one of the better, if not best, doctor that I’ve had the pleasure of being worked on by. He is extremely professional, kind, and respectful of your wishes and needs. On my last visit, I had a filling and an extraction performed, both of which went smoothly and without any pain. He talked /​coached me through the entire event, despite under laughing gas, and even went as far as to give me his private phone and email address should I have any problems or concerns (the next day was the beginning of a holiday weekend). The office is very well equipped, my seat even having a massager built into it (first for me). Parking lot across the street a ways with ample space, and the neon flamingo in the window made the building easy to find.
He takes the time to talk with you, get to know, and make the entire experience as easy as possible, something that you don’t see to much in this day and age of HMO’s and rushed appointments.

I love going to B&G Dentists. The staff are so friendly and cheerful all the time.
Dr Groipen is so gentle and always takes time to explain everything well.
I have never been to a Dentist that is so kind and compassionate.
I have and will refer friends, family and clients to them without a doubt.
They give the best care around.
Thanks Dr. G. for all of your hard work.