Denys Kovalchuk, DDS

Dr. Kovalchuk is wonderful. The dental office is warm, inviting, clean and super friendly! I had my teeth cleaned by Elizabeth today and she was phenomenal. She was gentle and thorough and made my visit very pleasant! She was determined to ensure that every single teeth was sparkling clean by the time my visit was over.

Dr Kovalchuk uses the latest technology in his practice which results in great visuals as to what is going on and allows you to fully consider the best course of action to take. He is a master with the novocain (should you need it) and is very gentle. I’ve been going to him for almost 6 months and am very pleased so far.

Wow. Just… wow. I don’t know what’s more awesome: the location; the support staff (reception; nurse); the view … I suppose it has to be the view. :) How many dentists’ offices do you know of with a view overlooking a charming bay dotted with birds, the occasional seal, and with mountains in the background? That, and Dr Kovalchuk is supremely kind, personable, friendly, and immensely capable and professional.
Some back story: I had been seeing the same dentist (Dr Dawn Stock, in Mill Valley) who recently retired, since my high school days. Although the doctor to whom she sold her practice is very very good, my insurance didn’t do much with them so I was forced to finally look for a new dentist.
My parents had been visiting Dr Kovalchuk for quite some time, and couldn’t recommend him strongly enough. Suffice to say, I’m now getting my wife to switch dentists as well. He’s that good.
PRO: support staff, location, view, Dr Kovalchuk!
CON: you will be torn between grabbing lunch next door at Robata Sushi & Grill or Piatti’s Italian restaurant, while struggling to decide which new Ferrari model to buy at the adjacent Ferrari of San Francisco (yes, it’s in Mill Valley, but called Ferrari of SF).

Dr Kovalchuk and his team are excellent. I was sad to see Dr Disick leave but he sure installed an outstanding replacement. I’m just back from getting a crown and everything was perfect. I can’t recommend this team enough!

This is my second review for Dr. Denys Kovalchuk and his wonderful staff, Ashley and Kristen. Dr. Kovalchuck is a perfectionist when it comes to his patients, which is evident with each appointment I have. My case is challenging and he has taken the extra time and steps to assure the results are excellent. The atmosphere is relaxed and the view of the water and Mt. Tam from the dental chair is serene and beautiful. All around great experience! I highly recommend Dr. Kovalchuk!

Really terrific — and patient! — dentist and a wonderful support team. Excellent work, relaxed environment, advanced technology.

I had put off getting a crown for a long time. Dr. Kovalchuk was flexible and patient with me as I waited to make an appointment. I finally had the work done last week and it turned out great. Now I wish I had done it sooner! He was very professional, put me at ease, explained everything that he was doing, and did an excellent job. I needed a small filling, too, and the experience with the crown was so positive that I didn’t hesitate to have him do that work right away, as well. Ashley did a great job, too. Despite the normal challenge of being in the dentist chair for a long time and having procedures like that done, it was painless, and I immediately experienced improvements associated with the crown. Thank you, Dr. Kovalchuk!

I avoided going to the dentist for 3 years because it always caused me pain. Since it had been so long, I not only needed routine cleaning, but scaling /​root planing too — the idea of which filled me with more than a little dread. But Dr. Kovalchuk made it a pain-​free experience, he numbed me to the point that I didn’t feel a thing — not even the shots! He is extremely thorough and his very calm, professional manner also put me at ease. Although a new patient, there’s no doubt in my mind that I have found «my dentist.» I know all too well how challenging it can be to find a good one, so this motivated me to finally write my first Unilocal review. (I’ve used Unilocal a lot, so its about time that I start contributing, and now that I’ve started, it definitely won’t be my last…)

Dr. Kovalchuk and his assistant (didn’t catch her name) were great. Super friendly and Denys explained everything that was going on. Without floss shaming me, he explained the measurable issues I was causing by not flossing enough. Also, he didn’t rush cleaning my teeth. In fact, because I’d been avoiding the dentist so long, I require a second part of my cleaning. I’d rather do that than have had him rush through and done a half ass job just to get me out of there in one appointment.
I appreciate the effort and look forward to my next appointment with the cool breezes coming through the sliding door. Man, what a view of the water and Mt. Tam.

Thanks to Dr. Kovalchuk and his assistant. They were both great. I was a bit nervous and they put me at ease. They were right on time. A painless visit to the dentist! I recommend Dr. Kovalchuk to anyone looking for a dentist in Marin.

You will be amazed to see the amount of personal attention Dr Kovalchuk gives all his patients.
He’s knowledgeable, personable, and thorough. You will be glad you switched to Dr Kovalchuk.
Rob Rock

They don’t get any better than Dr. Kovalchuk. Just last year I left another Marin County dentist that I’d been with for the past 20 years simply because Dr. Kovalchuk’s new Mill Valley office happened to be much closer to my home than my former dentist’s. However, over this past year, after having several cavities and bridges repaired as well as having had both my teeth and my gums cleaned, I’ve discovered that Dr. Kovalchuk is one of the best dentists that I’ve ever had in my life — and I’m a senior citizen going on 80 years old.
Dr. Kovalchuk has most impressed me with his thoughtfulness in planning for my short and long term dental needs, as well as with his skills and care for my comfort when working on my teeth. Furthermore, he and his receptionist are pleasant people to work with. He offers free on site parking that is easily accessible from the freeway in a low rise office. And his own office unit is not only equipped with the latest dental technology, it offers a most beautiful and relaxing view of the lagoon. These are the reasons I too have given Dr. Kovalchuk a well deserved, five-​star rating. — Dr. Hoag

Dr. Denys Kovalchuk is professional, gentle, and precise. He is so good that I relaxed during my cleaning! And his dental assistant Ashley is confident, pleasant and gentle. I can’t believe it but I enjoyed going to the dentist. How great is that!
High marks all around.
Karen

I’m way overdue in giving a review here and having just had an appmt today, thought I’d give my what for…
Denys bought the practice from my former dentist Evan Disick, so I figured I’d at least give him a shot. Good move. Great dentist, outstanding work, nice guy. I’ve had a couple crowns, plus regular check-​ups/​cleanings. He explains what he’s seeing (or not seeing), believes in painless dentistry, has the most modern technology and equipment, he’s relaxed/​chill, and has great office where you can look out on the water while in the chair (dentist, not electric).
I should mention that I found out today that my dental insurer denied my legit claims (I know, shocking) and decided not to cover the crowns after Denys submitted the case for each. Denys will re-​submit and appeal, I told his assistant I’d pay the balance and we’ll see how it turns out. She mentioned Denys was going to lop 30% off my balance, which was very cool.
And if you haven’t guessed, his hygienist/​assistant (apologies, name escapes me) is also nice, friendly, professional, easy going. 5 stars all around.

Friendly, does good work, no lectures, great location.

Dr. Kovalchuk and his team were all terrific. Super gentle with the scary tools, and didn’t give me the usual guilt trip about flossing. The receptionist was very efficient with handling my insurance and the Dental Assistant told me everything she was about to do. Plus, there’s a lovely view out onto the bay!

I don’t know what I can say that hasn’t already been said! The best dental care I have ever received. The most current equipment; not at all arrogant, or redundant, he spent time discussing options and the hours the work could be done, he did the dirty work himself,. A very skilled, great diagnostic skill, a friendly office and assistant, no waiting, on time, on schedule.
I want to cut and paste all the other comments to express how good he is.
Best crown ever made, on sight, in less than three hours — no pain, went straight to work after.
If only I could find other medical docs like Denys. Outstanding.

Outstanding work, trust, value, technologically up-​to-​date & friendliness are all aspects of an excellent dentistry practice. Dr. Kovalchuk has all these and more.
He was straightforward about my treatment plan — not having gone to the dentist in 3 years. He was very accommodating, patient and knowledgable. On the day I was to get a crown, unexpectedly I had to watch my 4-​week-​old son, who came along right into the room to sleep in his car seat; and when he needed attention we took a small break. Dr Kovalchuk took it all in stride, a father himself, understanding and helpful — all with a slight, appropriate sense of humor.
I remember him saying, as we neared a break and my son started to stir «If you are good Avery for a couple more minutes you will get a treat … hmmm how about some milk.»
Plus he has an incredible imaging system and can build (sculpt) caps in the office in real time. I was amazed. He is humble and confident.
His chair side technique was very professional yet friendly and re-​assuring (I am a Doctor as well). When he showed me the images and allowed me to interact, prioritize and evaluate together the treatment plan — I felt included and important, yet trusted his judgment, of course.
The outcome was outstanding. My teeth look and feel great. And his dental assistant Jo Jo — she too was of highest caliber and completed the picture for a great experience at the dentist (never thought I would say that).
I do not always agree with the reviews on Unilocal,but these are spot on. Hard to believe but true.

When I can actually feel more relaxed IN the chair than at work, either my work is too stressful or the dentist is REALLY skilled.
Dr. Kovalchuk has the gentlest touch of any dentist I’ve had the «displeasure» of having to go to. Other reviews here are spot on. AND– I needed a crown and he actually came in on a Saturday to so it– all by himself. Yes it was a 4 hour procedure, (not the most enjoyable thing to be doing on either if our precious days off), but I was so appreciative of this personalized service.
This man is a gem.

We recently had to find a new dentist because our dentist of over 10 years botched 2 crowns. Enter Dr. Denys and his wonderful assistant Jo Jo. He fixed the problem and I got him to repair my front tooth which had a small chip. He did a fantastic job, my tooth looks beautiful but mostly no one would ever suspect that I had a repair, it looks so natural! The color matching is amazing.
The Dr. has a beautiful relaxing conveniently located office, he has both great hands and is aware of the latest technology but his philosophy seems to be «do no harm». My husband has been going to dentists for 35 years. He unequivocally thinks Dr. Kovalchuck is the smartest, gentlest, most effective dentist he’s ever been to. That makes Denys #1 out of a dozen. It’s a relief to know that we have a dentist in Mill Valley we can go to and recommend with zero reservations.