Tompkins Dental

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2309 N Triphammer Rd
Ithaca, NY 14850

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(607) 257-8065
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Best

He has been great with me. Pleasant staff.

Worst

This is without a doubt, the worst dentist I've ever been to. I used to go when I was younger because they were the closest to home and took my mom's insurance. Ok. So I had a fil...

Editorial review from Citysearch 12/30/2013

I wouldn't even take my cat here, like seriously these people are filthy, so filthy I needed to wear a mask upon entering the building. not to mention the numerous needles that were seen thrown in the trash. place is a bio Hazard waiting to happen. PLEASE BEWARE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDRENS HEALTH more

Editorial review from Citysearch 11/11/2013

I have been a dental professional, myself. Dr. Singh's practice, while it might seem more familiar to people from India or Eastern Europe, is a very effective practice. They provide good dentistry for many people with modest incomes, and their services are needed in our community. Not everyone can afford to go to a Hilton, or ""pain-free"" specialist. Many dental procedures involve varying levels of pain and/or discomfort, and working in the mouth can be very difficult from the patient's point of view, also they are not permitted to give patients strong drugs for pain. When you read some patient reports, remember that some of these people have neglected their teeth for a long time, so, of course, there will be much damage in the mouth, and there will be some pain involved in repairing that damage. I do not, nor have I ever worked for Doctor Singh, but I AM one of his quite satisfied patients. Their office has been there to help me through a very complex series of procedures. They specialize in repair and reconstruction, rather than more glamorous aspects of dentistry, for the most part, and they do THAT very effectively. Very satisfied with their work. Marie Zarankevich. more

Worst dental office EVER!!!!!!!! Stay far,far away! 12/9/2011

This is without a doubt, the worst dentist I've ever been to. I used to go when I was younger because they were the closest to home and took my mom's insurance. Ok. So I had a filling done there once on a front tooth. It was an ugly black spot that made me look hideous because it looked like my tooth was rotting out for everyone to see. The assistant was nice but the doctor was HORRIBLE. She gave me a horrible attitude like I was keeping her from a date or something. Then, to my horror, when I opened my mouth and she looked at the tooth that she was to be filling, she said, ""Oh, my God! You've never been to a dentist have you?!"" She continued on to tell me how hideous she thought my teeth looked and at the end of the procedure I told her that my smile looked much better and I thanked her and she scoffed at me and walked out of the room. I've also had two root canals done there, and with NO Novocaine I might add. The dentist stuck a needle in my gum on the bottom left of my mouth and then proceeded to drill into my tooth on the top right. It hurt so badly and they were supposed to inject it directly into the nerve, since they are practically ripping it out, but they refused. I was screaming and crying so loudly that other patients began walking out of the office. I didn't realize that in all of the agony, I had begun to rip the skin right off of the top of my hand and it was bleeding rather badly. Frustrated not only with patients leaving, they also were fed up with my screaming so extra assistants were called in to pin me to the chair while I spent the remainder of what felt like 3 hours receiving a root canal with no Novocaine. Finally, I'm in the process of getting to a new dentist soon to have two teeth pulled because of their neglect. I went in with tooth pain a while ago and the dentist that was there said, it's a big cavity but no reason it can't be filled and you have 2 other small cavities that need to be filled and your teeth will be perfect. I agreed to come back in in a few days to have everything done at once, but I needed more money to do so. I arrived a week later and saw another dentist who told me that my teeth are practically rotting out of my mouth and the 3 small cavities turned into 4 root canals plus 8 other medium to large cavities. I'm no expert but is it really possible to develop 6 cavities in a week? So they refused to fill the tooth and said the only procedure they would do is a root canal which I promptly declined because without insurance I would have no money to my name for at least a month. They agreed to fill one smaller cavity for me but I have panic attacks, especially in situations like that so it would be difficult for me. I sat for over an hour waiting for the dentist to come back after I had been numbed and they were gone so long that they had to numb me again. I had a hard time holding still because I was beginning to panic and the dentist took her drill out of my mouth and told me either to hold still or get out because she doesn't have time for this. Overall, the staff is rude, inexperienced, and they have NO concern for the well-being of their patients. Find another dentist nearby there are several much better ones to choose from. more

HUGE MISTAKE!!! 9/30/2011

I had bridge work done. The cost for the dental work that I needed done exceeded $3500. After the work was completed, I experienced pain & discomfort so I called & informed them of the situation. I was told to come in immediately. When I arrived, I was taken back into a small cubical (not very private) & told to bight down on a black strip. The dentist then began drilling my natural teeth away to make a bridge fit that was raised up to high that he had fitted & put in. The dentist never billed my insurance, nor did he write in my chart that I was seen regarding this issue. I went in again, 2 yrs later and there was 1 lady that was very kind & assisted me with the issue, whereas the other ladies behind the window were muttering things under their breath while the window was open so I over heard what was being said (very unprofessional). I followed up with another dentist (from Tompkins Dental) & he informed me the bridge didn't fit, hence why I was having issues with it. My insurance will not cover any repairs because it was less than 2 years ago & I'm being told that the work the previous dentist did from their establishment will not be fixed unless I pay out of pocket. I now have a broken bridge & 2 of my natural teeth (above the bridge) that were damaged in order to cover up an error made by this establishment is unfortunate. I was told the owners were being informed & would contact me. I haven't heard anything from them. I can't find anyone to work on the bridge due to liability concerns. I hope no one else is left in this situation. This establishment is unethical, unsanitary, & unprofessional. Please beware! If anyone else has experienced anything like this, please come forward & say something. I have also reported this to the Better Business Bureau. more

The staff is very friendly. 5/16/2011

The staff is very friendly. more

I had a very enjoyable visit. I 5/9/2011

I had a very enjoyable visit. I didn't feel any pain. more

The staff here is wonderful & very knowledgeable 5/5/2011

The staff here is wonderful & very knowledgeable in their field of work. They really take the time to make sure you & your family have a wonderful smile. Ive always had horror stories, not anymore thanks to Tompkins Dental, that treats everyone the same with care & respect. more

Very helpful staff 4/29/2011

Hygienist was great. Very helpful staff, answered all my questions about my insurance. I was in and out quickly, will keep coming more

All the staff members are polite and friendly. 4/26/2011

I my family & my kids came to Tompkins Dental for our Dental work. All the staff members are polite and friendly. Doctors make you feel comfortable & are very quick & fast when it comes to Dental work. Thanks Tompkins Dental for being there for us !!! more

Had my teeth cleaning done there several times 3/16/2011

Had my teeth cleaning done there several times. I actually like that they just do their job and skip the ""chit chat"". Get me in the door and get me out so I can go and do other things. Its like the barber who asks you about your day, what do you care just cut my hair. The price was right for the cleanings as well, I just paid cash. more

I believe they do all sorts of dentistry 3/11/2011

I believe they do all sorts of dentistry, as I have had cleanings there, as well as my wisdom tooth taken out. I never have to wait very long in the waiting room at all, and they accept very many different types of insurance. more

They have several different dentists 3/8/2011

This office is conveniently located in a shopping plaza near the mall. They have several different dentists, and because of this, it is very easy to get an appointment. more

Needing to find a dentist in a hurry due to a toothache 3/1/2011

Needing to find a dentist in a hurry due to a toothache, I felt very fortunate to have found Dr. Singh, he was able to see me the very next day. Not only did he promptly take care of my immediate needs, but he and his staff got me back on a program of returning to proper dental health and care. Not only have I found Dr. Singh and his staff to be consummate professionals, but they treat their patients with the utmost respect and courtesy. Having always had extreme anxiety about visiting the dentist, I found that Dr. Singh and his wonderful staff made it much easier for me to return for regular care. more

I was petrified of the dentist 2/24/2011

I was petrified of the dentist and waited until the pain could no longer be tolerated. My new dentist did a root canal and I didn't feel a thing. They didn't numb me too much either, as I was leaving the dentist, I could start to feel the numbness wearing off. I was so shocked at how smoothly things went! Since things went so well, I scheduled another appointment for each of my daughters and one for me. more

Well, they take my Medicaid 2/15/2011

Well, they take my Medicaid, which is great since I have no real job or insurance. more

Went back and they were very helpful 2/14/2011

Went back and they were very helpful more

The lady was really nice, and let me used the coupon 2/7/2011

I saw there coupon on a coupon book in the summer but didn't have time to go there before the coupon expires. Finally I got a free weekend, and called them. The lady was really nice, and let me used the coupon. I washed and X-rayed my teeth, and the doctors are nice too. more

Have to comment... 2/6/2011

""I was petrified of the dentist and waited until the pain could no longer be tolerated. The Dentist there did a root canal and I didn't feel a thing. They didn't numb me too much either, as I was leaving the dentist, I could start to feel the numbness wearing off. I was so shocked at how smoothly things went! more

""Needing to find a Dentist?"" 2/6/2011

""Needing to find a dentist in a hurry due to a toothache, I felt very fortunate to have found Dr. Singh he was able to see me the very next day. Not only did he promptly take care of my immediate needs, but he and his staff got me back on a program of returning to proper dental health and care. Not only have I found Dr. Singh and his staff to be consummate professionals, but they treat their patients with the utmost respect and courtesy. Having always had extreme anxiety about visiting the dentist, I found that Dr. Singh and his wonderful staff made it much easier for me to return for regular care."" more

Dr's are very informative and friendly. 12/28/2010

Dr's are very informative and friendly. more
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