Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry

In sure of a new dental office, my son and I needed cleanings so we made appointments. The person who cleaned my son's teeth suggested sealants. I said to check my insurance to see if it was covered. They came back and said it was because he was 15 and coverage was through 15 years of age. Ok, lets do it. After the fact I received a statement saying "we thought the insurance would cover more, but they didn't." I called my insurance company and was told sealants were covered in patients up to the age of 15. But that's not the way it was said to me. I feel I was mislead to the highest level. The dentist even did a sealant on myself and never told me about it. I asked the assistant what was the $50 charge for and found out then. The prices are extremely high and not explained completely. I warn all to be careful of your wallet. The smile isn't for friendliness, it's because they got you. more

Have been coming here since 09 - saw a couple negative reviews and had to respond - someone said the Dr was hitting on his assistant - wow, his WIFE is also a DDS here so that is VERY difficult to believe - the Dr is friendly but not in a way that would be mistaken - I have NO insurance nor ANY credit and pay ALL CASH - when my daughter needed braces EVERYTHING was explained and priced before hand and still they included MORE - the price for the braces included her palette expanders AND her retainers for which I was VERY surprised and HAPPY! At her progress checkups I made a cash payment every month and received a DETAILED receipt with the dwindling balance. Then when my oldest needed wisdom teeth pulled that's where he went and he was VERY scared - his visit went EXCELLENT and he is now a loyal patient - now I also bring my grand daughter for her regular check ups and cleanings and she loves them!! more

I just moved from another state, and on my first visit here was told I needed three fillings and seven crowns! (I have been getting six-month dental check-ups all of my adult life, and was shocked to hear I needed that much work!) I have dental insurance, but could not afford my part of all that work. I had only the absolutely necessary work done, and will spend the next eight months paying off that credit card debt. Then two months later, I received a bill for $400 more! This place is a rip-off, even though the staff is very friendly. more

I went to this dentist because they were open late. Friend and nice. They have all the latest stuff but when they couldn't tell the different from a cavity (what looks like a cavity) and what isn't I was nervous. Then they took this beeper thing and touched it to my teeth and it would say wether it was a cavity. I have had good teeth all my life I come here once and i HAVE 9 cavities? Ok maybe my old dentist was out of date. So I get half my cavities done because that is what I was told my insurance would cover. My teeth are still hurting and its been 2 months. I can't really have solid food on that side or any hot or cold. Plus my insurance is only covering half because they charge so much! I mean its nice to have tv's and all this high tech stuff but come on! The dentist isn't suppose to be a wonderful place your there to get work done and move on not pay through the nose. I called after all this since my cleaning and cavity work was a month apart and I would have assumed they would more

My daughters love going to the dentist! There's a toy room to chose a toy when you leave and tvs to watch attached to each exam chair! The experience is fun and fast! They also work with you on payment! more

Appletree Dental is by far the best dental office I have ever been to. My entire family loves and appreciates Dr. Farruggia and his staff. Everyone is friendly, pleasant and well mannered. My children absolutely enjoy going to the dentist (so long as it's Dr. Farruggia). In fact they are asking me well before it's time for their next appointment if it's time to go. Him and his staff are excellent with children. He gives you choices as well. I have had trouble with one tooth that has a small cavity, and the filling keeps coming off (due to the area the cavity is on, it's on a tooth that's in the very back and hard to get to), but the Dr. gives me the option if I want to keep putting a filling on it or do I WANT to have a crown done. He never has told me "A crown is what you NEED to do", it has always been my option. I highly recommend anyone to use this office for dentistry work. We like them so much we travel 45 miles to go to this particular office. And please take in mind, I have 4 d more

please remember when you read these reviews...there are always two sides to every story..for example the customer that complained about the records/x-rays transfer...failed to mention her grandmother was seen on a coupon offer for free exam and x-rays..it stated on the coupon "non-transferable" so why she was upset they couldn't be transferred is not understandable..there was no charge for them and all the rules where stated clearly on the coupon..and furthermore because appletree strives on having good customer service...an exception was made and the x-rays ultimately sent at no charge..if that isn't good customer service..i am not sure what is then..but unfortunately the complaint fails to explain all these MINOR details...always remember two sides to every story... more

Appletree Family Dental has a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I am very impressed with the doctor and his staff. They are all very knowledgeable and great at what they do. The office is very clean and well maintained. They are very understanding and patient and great for those of us that are nervous about getting dental work done or just need a little extra TLC. There is little (if any) staff turnover, so I feel so comfortable that I will see the same smiling faces at my next appointment and they will know me and make me feel right at home. After bad dental experiences as a child, it is extremely important to me that I am well taken care of and that my concerns are listened to and addressed. Appletree Dental goes above and beyond my expectations. I am so pleased that I found them. I have always been able to get convenient appointment times (especially with the evening hours) and they get me right in if I'm having discomfort. This is the first "doctor's office" that has ever shown more

I had a misdiagnosis from another dentist, didn't know I did.Went to Dr. Farruggia on a referral hoping he would work withme on extracting my tooth...I couldn't afford a root canal or the extraction actually. He checked me out by x-ray, questions, and exam. To my delight, all I needed was a night guard! He shaved a little off each tooth that was hitting each other as I would clinch my teeth at night..I didn't know I do that!! He gave a script for somemedicine to help get the swelling down and control the pain.I'm happy to report it's been over 3 weeks and I feel wonderful!!And, Doctor worked with me on the cost of it as well. :)Thank You Dr. Farruggia!I would most definitely recommend this dental office and doctorsto anyone. Their pleasant manner and genuine concern made areal impact when I was in dire need!I had a misdiagnosis from another dentist, didn't know I did.Went to Dr. Farruggia on a referral hoping he would work withme on extracting my tooth...I couldn't afford a root canal more

The staff at Appletree are kind and understanding. The dentist is aware of the fear of his patients and goes out of his way to put them at ease. I would recommend this dentist to anyone who has ever had a bad dental experience. They will change your mind. PROS: Great Staff CONS: more