Family Choice Dental

120 98th St NW c3, 87121, Albuquerque
Family Choice Dental
120 98th St NW c3
87121, Albuquerque
+1505-634-5657

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: (closed)
  • tuesday: 7:30-17:30
  • wednesday: 7:30-17:30
  • thursday: 7:30-17:30
  • friday: 7:30-17:30
  • saturday: (closed)

We are committed to providing quality healthcare to families located in the Albuquerque area and treat patients of all ages. We provide comprehensive solutions for our patients' oral health needs. Believing in the importance of listening to our patients, we take the time to truly understand each person's needs, goals, and lifestyle. We accept CareCredit and Sunbit.

Our comment from Best Dentists Club about Family Choice Dental:

Family Choice Dental is highly regarded for its friendly and professional staff, who consistently provide a welcoming atmosphere for patients of all ages. Many long-time clients express deep satisfaction with the quality of care they receive, often mentioning that the office has become an integral part of their family's dental health journey.

Key highlights of Family Choice Dental include:

  • Compassionate Care: Patients frequently commend Dr. John and his team for their attentive and gentle approach, especially when addressing dental anxiety.
  • Friendly Staff: Numerous reviews highlight the outstanding service from the front desk and dental assistants, who are described as kind, patient, and supportive, creating a comfortable environment for all visitors.
  • Efficient Service: Many customers appreciate the office's quick scheduling and responsiveness, often receiving same-day appointments when needed.
  • Informative Experience: The staff takes the time to explain procedures clearly, ensuring that all patients feel informed and reassured about their treatments.
  • Family-Oriented: The practice is well-suited for families, with many reviews praising the ability to accommodate multiple family members in a single visit.

Overall, Family Choice Dental is celebrated for its commitment to delivering top-notch dental care with a personal touch, making them a highly recommended provider for both adults and children alike.

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Services and Treatments

Dental emergencies

Family Choice Dental: Reviews

4.7/5 (199 Reviews)
Xuleima Zulu 1 month ago

Negative experience: Schedule me for 2:30pm and they had me waiting for over 30 minutes while they took other patients that arrived after me in.

Daisy Anaya 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: Im very pleased with my service...The girls up front are always so willing to help highly recommend

Jennifer Wong 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: My family have been with Family Choice for over 15 years. We have had nothing but the best care from the office. They have always worked with us when accommodations were necessary due to disabilities and medical issues. I recommend them to everyone.

Elizabeth Chavez 1 month ago

Fantastic experience: Hands down best experience ive had at a dental office. Front desk staff was kind and helpful, assistant was gentle and let me know what the process would be like from start to finish. Dr was knowledgeable and took the time to answer all my questions, making me feel heard. Absolutely recommend 10/10!!!

Krista Montaño 1 month ago

Negative experience: The girls in the front are very rude and unprofessional! It’s called family choice and they don’t even seem to have the patience for smaller children that are in the office with their families!!!!!

Patricia Domínguez 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming for many years. Dr. John has always been so kind and helpful and done a great job on my treatment and his staff is amazing. I highly recommend.

A F 2 months ago

Negative experience: Approximately two weeks prior to my appointment scheduled for July 18th, I received a call informing me that they were unable to accommodate me, even though the appointment had been arranged during my previous cleaning, about five or six months earlier. They inquired if I would be amenable to rescheduling for August 20th, which I agreed to. However, a week before the rescheduled appointment, I received another call stating they couldn't fit me in and would need to reschedule again. I will not be returning, as it was not the most satisfactory experience, and the only reason I continued going was due to its convenience. Perhaps I should consider going elsewhere for better service.

Maira 2 months ago

Negative experience: Dr male is unprofessional and so rude I would never take my daughter!!!

Kevin Klimeck (Xeon) 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I am dreadfully scared of dentists. But Doctor John and his staff were amazing when I needed to get a tooth extracted. I'm definitely going to come back for all my other dental needs.

Richelle Sprunk 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been seen at family choice for 23 years, I can’t say enough amazing things about Denise at the front desk. She is so helpful, so kind and has such a pleasant attitude all the time. Karina my hygienist was so gentle and considerate after I told her about wisdom socket tenderness I’d had for the last year. Dr John has been my doctor since my first visit at family (kids) choice and I hope they know how wonderful they are I consider this practice family.

Araceli Portillo 3 months ago

Negative experience: Had an appointment this morning for a root canal, everything was okay they numbed me in the room for a good hour before doing or starting any work, the male doctor was very rude when he did come in, at one point he had ran over my hair multiple times with his chair didn’t apologize instead got mad when i moved my hands to hold my head from getting pulled more, he also pinched my lips and was just being very aggressive at that point from frustration because he had stated he was behind. It got to the point where he was pushing down on my face and was just very uncomfortable at that point that i had asked them to take everything off and that i was going to leave. This isn’t the first time i had problems with this same male doctor, the first time i had went he was very rude not only to me but the ladies helping him.

Joe Romero 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dr John was the best, he did my molar root canal it was painless and he did a good job I would highly recommend if your on a budget and wanna keep your teeth they work with you it was 645 for my molar root canal plus another 895 for crown but trying to keep my teeth

Lydia Dominguez 5 months ago

Negative experience: Nice front desk staff!! All the dental assistants, hygenists and dentists are great. Doc. John is the best!! Update: May 2025. Service has gone downhill. The front desk staff is not friendly and too busy chit chatting and ordering food to do their job and not check me in which caused me to wait over 20mins for my scheduled appt. I had to go ask them what was taking so long. Only then did they check me in.

Dana Saiz 6 months ago

Negative experience: Someone needs to shut this place down already. It’s a complete joke. I originally took my boys from this place because they didn’t let parents go back which was a horrible experience for my kids. So I took them to a better kid friendly place. Unfortunately I stayed around (for just my dental needs) because I didn’t want to invest my time somewhere else. Today was the last straw. I swear I told myself when I pulled up why do I continue to do with this place!!! And sure enough I go in to some bullshit. Don’t waste your time here there are plenty more way better dental offices!!!

Julie Vigil 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Been to a few dentists in my day and this one really is the best I’ve been too. My daughter and I both come to be seen, the staff is always so kind and reassuring for my daughter and so helpful and understanding with me. I love doctor john who’s so kind and educated and really impressed me with his knowledge. The office is always so clean as well just a 10/10 experience with this business.

Shantel Salas 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Hands down this dental office has been one the best that I have been to. Not only are the staff very kind and patient, they work with you on getting scheduled quickly. I had couple high priced dental work that needed to be done and they helped me out with trying to get a good price so I could feel comfortable with my smile again. They are very informative. As someone who doesn't have the perfect teeth, I felt absolutely no judgment and that was always something I hated about dental offices. I would definitely recommend family and friends. A big THANK YOU to this dental office for helping me feel better with my teeth!

Cindy Mendoza 7 months ago

Negative experience: Horrible place would never go there again. They have horrible scheduling, they will make you wait over an hour for your appointment before you are seeing. They will constantly call to have you reschedule and you’ll have to make multiple appointments to get things done. I’ve had to have three appointments. They could not do my cleaning the first time and just did X-Rays, made an adjustment for my cavities and the another for my cleaning. Showed up for my cavities one which they had me push back and had to then had to cancel my cleaning appointment so I can schedule another cleaning appointment and cavity appointment because they could not get everything done the first time.

Keith Lovato 9 months ago

Negative experience: Took my son in and it was the most traumatizing experience for him and for me and my wife , 1. Didnt give us any other opption for hus teeth exept for 6 crowns . 2.didnt let us stay with him or comfort him before they put him under 3. Pre crowning they srapped him down letting him cry for his parents then put him under instead of leting the parents make sure hes okay before the procedure. Also treated us like we were ignorant and unedicated worse place for the kids.

Peaches 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Really professional and friendly they listened to my concerns and acted accordingly and respectful very comforting experience

DR JAKAL 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Very helpful and always willing to try to fit u in as soon as possible. Had a bad tooth ache and they got me in same day for a exam and called me 2 days later to get me in to help my tooth pain Denise and her front desk ladies are the best and nicest

Ashley Biddle 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Worked with me to get my dental work done before my insurance ran out. Very grateful. Would've been a very expensive fix if they hasn't helped get me in quick.

Marlene A 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: I am new to this Office and everyone has been amazing. The Office Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. Denise the office manager is very easy to talk to about insurance payments. The Office is very clean.

Rosemary Rose 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great price discounts when you need to pay out of pocket. The staff is very friendly and go above and beyond to help their clients

Persephine Becenti-Montoya 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Staff is amazing! From X-rays to cleaning and getting my crowns done! They got me in fast and have been amazing with all my dental work. I’m sensitive with going to the dentist and the dental assistants are amazing with making you comfortable. Office manager is awesome and I can’t forget Dr Jon as well!

Andres Vallejo 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: We’re able to fit me in for a check up right away. Staff were very helpful and polite. Dentist was knowledgeable and straightforward (which is what I would expect from a professional). Scheduled me in within a couple weeks for my procedure. Which, I believe, is very quick considering the Thanksgiving holiday.

I Daskalos 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Dr. John and his staff are so incredibly friendly and professional. They saw me on short notice, gave me a dental exam x-ray and teeth cleaning for $50 and got me in the same day for an urgent orthodontic appointment. I’m so grateful for his care and special attention to my dental needs with the time constraints I got everything done in one day. Thank you Dr. John and all the staff at family choice dental!

Cindy Jeffried 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Forever my dental office so friendly Dr john was so nice. The front office lady's kind , sweet.Briana,Denise,Miriam,Riley made me feel like family. This was my first visit of many to come. The lady who cleaned my teeth I forgot to get her name but very kind. I am thankful .

MireyaDestiny Jurado 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Wonderful ladies and a great doctor! Took care of all my needs and my daughter needs as well. I was able to get same day appointment! Highly recommend place!

Leonora Benavidez 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Wonderful experience, they are caring and offer options to help fit your budget....Dr. John has been my Dentist for about 8 years...highly recommend

Brady Richards 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This place is awesome there staff is very friendly and helpful and they worked hard to see me quick when I needed help.

Adalberto Barboza 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Had a dental emergency and needed a tooth extracted. I didn't have an appointment but the office manager was able to get me in due to a cancelation. Very friendly staff and nice office space.

Eric Ibarra 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Luisa, Denisse, Myriam, Brianna, Rebecca, and Amber for their incredible support throughout the process of getting my dental work done. Their kindness, professionalism, and willingness to assist made a world of difference. They were always available to provide guidance, and I couldn’t be more grateful for their help during this time. I highly recommend their services and am truly appreciative of everything they’ve done for me.

Vanessa 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My child and I have gone to this business for several years. We have always been treated with the utmost professional care. The dentists, dental assistants, and staff have been wonderful.

jessica gonzales 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: It’s so fast here The ladies are always willing to work with you. Very friendly and welcoming . Definitely recommending this place to family and friends

erwin rascon 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: First time at family choice dental on 98th st. Couldn’t be more pleased with the service specially from Dee Duran thank you so much will definitely be back.

izek 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I can always expect great service and friendly faces when I get my work done! Louisa is my favorite and her team is doing an amazing job!

Jennifer Guzman 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This is the best dental office I have ever been to. The staff is really understanding and the dentist is very informative. The staff have really made going to the dentist office painless. I really have to give them credit for everything they have done for me and my son’s dental needs. I had been going to another dentist for years and they never addressed my problems. The first visit here they quickly let me know what was going on and came up with a plan to get it fixed. Any scheduling issues they make sure to take care of it and find a time that works best. Keep up the great work!

leslie v 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Caring staff. Great service. Front office staff amazing!! Louisa is the reason I’ve been going there for 10+ years!

Ruby Reyes 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I recently visited this dentist office and was very impressed with the Briana. She was friendly, welcoming, and efficient. She greeted me with a warm smile and made me feel comfortable right away. She was also very knowledgeable about the services offered at the office and was able to answer all of my questions. Overall, my experience with Briana was excellent and I would highly recommend this dentist office to others.

Lorraine Cayaditto 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My experience with Family Choice Dental has been super great. I have been taking my grandkids there ever since they first opened up. And the staff are super Nice always happy .t.greet you.you.

Kandrea Barryer 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Soo friendly and welcoming absolutely love the service Briana is a wonderful help 10/10 would recommend

lorenzo gurule 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I would like to mention the service I received from Briana. She was phenomenal and very adequate with her work. Greatly appreciated and will definitely return because of the enthusiasm and knowledge from Briana.

Jesus Guillén 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I recently visited Family Choice Dental and had a great experience. From the moment I walked in, the staff was warm and welcoming. Denise was exceptionally professional, taking the time to thoroughly explain my treatment/payment options and answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend Family Choice Dental to anyone looking for a reliable and caring dental practice.

Jaime Gutierrez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This will be my new dental place. Great staff from front desk to dentist. Front desk was very friendly and informative. Appreciate how the front desk was friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back

Evencio Gomez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The entire staff are super friendly and respectful with a big smile in their faces making you feel like at home, always trying to accommodate you to the best of your needs, definitely I would recommend you to bring your family and friends to this facility.

Ju!ce 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My experience was nothing short of fantastic, the staff and doctors were really kind and caring. Briana in the front made it really easy and was very professional.

Guadalupe Armendariz 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience today, right in front Brianna is very attentive, courteous and always with a smile. She reminds me of my appointments, i really appreciate her. My dental hygienist was very careful, took the time to answer all my questions. 5 out of 5 guys! Thank you !!!

Héctor Moreno 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Had no problems ! Receptionist was so helpful! doctors were extremely polite and gentle while working on me , most offices I’ve went to always seem to be in a rush while I’m getting treatment but this dental office is different and definitely so worth coming here !Recommend this place to everyone.

Giselle a 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Love the practice. The staff is incredible and Louisa the office manager is always so sweet and helpful!

Giselle Cervantes 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I went in for a wisdom tooth extraction yesterday, it was the most easiest and FASTEST dental procedure I had gotten done ever! I love how they accommodate to their patients needs to make them feel comfortable everyone was so nice and sweet as well, definitely recommend!!☺️

Carol Lopez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Family Choice Dental for over ten years and there are plenty of reasons why. First and foremost, the staff are super helpful, kind and knowledgeable. Louisa is always doing everything she possibly can to ensure that her patients are well cared for. She goes above and beyond every chance she gets. All the staff including registrars, hygienists and dentists have treated me top tier every time. Secondly, the place is clean and beautiful. They are just at the top of their game.If you need a reliable, efficient, and compassionate dentist give Family Choice Dental on 98th a call and schedule an appointment. You wont regret it!

James Owens 1 year ago

Negative experience: Worst dental office ever. Receptionist has an attiude, if you dont like your job quit... They can't get their act together and won't let parents go back with their kids. Ummm, I don't know any of you dental techs, and I will not let my child go unattended to a back office. Do not take your family here!!!!

olivia kim 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I've been to other dentists but not ever again because I have learned that Fanily Choice Dental actually cares about me, and they're not just trying to take my money. I appreciate Dr John and everyone so much. Get a second opinion here because they will be honest.

Kathi Bell 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The Dr s and the lady's in the front are very good at their jobs they are caring and understanding the first to ask how your doing or if they can help my kids and grandkids told me about the family dental and I in turn will tell everyone I no if they have issues with their teeth give them a call and they will definitely make you feel at home where they can take care of you I would love to say thank you for caring about my family

Noel Duran 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I just love this place because they take all four of my kids at one appointment slot and it makes it so much easier for me and the staff is so friendly and kind

Monique Chavez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Love this office. All the staff is super friendly, accommodating and passionate about their career. My whole family comes here and we have never left disappointed or broke!

Michelle 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Best dentist in the 505, Dr John. If you are like me and fear dentists he’s the one you need to go see. He helps calm your anxiety and walks you through everything that he is doing. Most gentle hands I normally bruise badly after dental work and I do not bruise with him. Can’t even feel the shot at all!!!! He has built my trust back in dentists and I’m recommending him to anyone who asks for a good dentist. Thank you to the staff as well for providing the environment that gives off great vibes.

Andrew Rivera 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have always have had great service when I come here for my dental needs . They beyond to help me. Louisa has always helped me with scheduling and work to make sure I am taken care of. The staff is great !!!!

Irma Gandarilla 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: They were amazing and accommodating. They fit us in last minute and had great service. The clean was very thorough, you can tell they care about their patients.

Susan Martinez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Family Choice Dentist for several years. They are the best in the business. They take very good care of their patients. Everyone there is very nice and treats us like we are part of the family.

Cj Mendoza 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have a fear of the dentist, my anxiety is through the roof. The staff and Dr there were amazing and made me so comfortable. I would definitely recommend Family Choice!

mayra monge 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Been coming to this dentist for years now, the staff is extremely nice and everyone is always so welcoming. The dentist knows what they are doing, definitely the best dental office I’ve been to!

Michelle Guerrero 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The entire staff here is incredible. I've had a wonderful experience with Miriam; she is incredibly kind and made me feel at ease from my very first visit. I've been back multiple times, and each visit has been seamless.

Madeline D. Edwards 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The team was awesome, they did an EXCELLENT JOB! No crying child walking out! She even gave the dental assistant a Hi5 and said Thank You. Keep up the amazing job

Sarai Zazueta 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I brought my three boys , everyone was very nice and my kids did good they were very comfortable with the doctor . We didn’t wait long for services ay all.

Raul Muniz 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very professional staff,friendly and always smiling..they’ve given me a high level of professionalism I have not seen anywhere else.extremely satisfied with all their hard work..

Cee Gee 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great dental practice. I have been treated with respect here. The office staff has been willing to work with me since I come from a long way away to get services here. Dr. John is very thorough and has always done a good job on my teeth. The practice handles both children and adults.

jesse levario 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I didn’t believe how incredible they were. I took My kids who never been to the dentist. I was apprehensive, but after the visit, I was so pleased and content. I will definitely be back for treatment thank you family choice dental

Lesly Rosario 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I get my braces here, they are always very sweet and it’s always nice and clean. Very fast service and amazing customer service ♥️ really recommend coming in!!

Ellie Glez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: All staff here are AMAZING!! Super friendly and oh so very helpful! They answered as my question and I left there feeling well taken care of! Definitely recommend. :) 10/10!!!!!

Leslie Valenzuela 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Been going here for 12 years. Louisa is amazing! Shes always willing to help and put patients first. Shes one big reason i continue to stay here and take my kids!! Heart you Louisa!!

Key Rose 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing office all the girls are awesome and super friendly the office is super clean and the Dentist was fast and friendly. Louisa the office manager is a sweetheart and explained very detailed every step of the way including the cost of every procedure. Totally spaced on the assistant that was in room with me but she was super friendly and helped me SO much with the anxiety I have of the dentist office she made my wisdom tooth removal a breeze along with the Dentist who is very fast and friendly and explained everything as he did it.. I have very high anxiety when it comes to Dentist office and visits due to a bad experience in past BUT will for sure be returning for all future visits

Cindy Leon 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Super efficient! My appointment was quick and all the staff was amazing. They’re all to nice and they explain everything so well. Also pricing it great!

Veronica Peinado 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My first time here, I didn’t know what to expect but the people are extremely nice and made me feel comfortable.

Ramon Pazos 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I love this place, the whole family goes here. Luisa is the best, always help with my questions and insurance benefits to get approved fast and easy.

Denise Valdez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I went to you guys in the past and you guys were always good so glad to be back You were very helpful and I like the fact that I called in today with a cracked tooth and you fit me in the same day and took care of my tooth the same day to!!! I will definitely be recommending you to friends and family

Kaela Schuette 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming here for years and everyone that works here is so great! SUPER nice people and GREAT customer service! They are very nice and not rough on your teeth at all! 10/10 recommend coming here!

Robert Matthews 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Dr. John and his staff are totally awesome! Take take care of all your needs and treat you like your family and make sure that you’re comfortable doing any work. I would highly recommend them.

Judy Lovato 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My experience was nothing short of amazing the girls up front were so knowledgeable and kind the Dr show compassion while treating me ill definitely be back

Valeria Martinez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I wanna take the time to thank Luisa for amazing customer service . Always helping us This has to be the best place ever! I feel like I have known everyone there for years and they truly make you feel comfortable!

Angel stone 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This is the best top of the line dentist place you've ever can come to. We've been coming for years and absolutely flu. 2000 miles just to see the dentist here. Very happy, this is the best place you want to come to. And the staff here is so friendly and attentive, you can't get better.

Bruno Rodriguez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing crew! They were very helpful and flexible. Allowed me to get my son’s treatment done within a reasonable timeframe. Highly recommended!!

Daisy Mendoza 1 year ago

Negative experience: The manager at the front Desk is very rude. I was scheduling my next appointment and an older gentleman was wondering why he was paying more than what was quoted to him and she went on to say well since your complaining I will tell you that you should have actually paid more due to this and that. If she would have been talking to me like that I would have not been as respectful as this gentleman. You should hire another manager or have her take a customer service ethic course. To respond to your comment that wasn’t not the scenario your manager was actually trying to figure out who had wrote that quote because it was completely wrong stating the customer should be paying even more and like I said she needs a customer service course because people go to your business and should be treated with respect. Don’t worry if she ever encounters me with that disrespectful attitude I will make sure to bring to your attention right then and there. Have a great day ;)

Family Choice Dental

Hello Daisy, we were working out a discount with that patient and came to an agreement that everyone was happy with. If you have issues paying for being able to pay for treatment, we would hope to work something out with you as well.

Victor Arrey 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I've been going to this location for the past 10 years. Staff is very friendly and accommodating, when I need to schedule a appointment. Professional and welcoming environment, highly recommended family choice dental..!!

James Connors 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The front desk staff are super helpful!! Especially Louisa, she really helped me out with everything and was outstanding, professional and nice the whole time! Thanks Louisa, going to the dentist usually feels like their pulling teeth, but you made it wonderful!!

Rochelle Ruiz 1 year ago

Negative experience: Today we went back to see about my sons cracked tooth another Dentist before that had did his fillings there. My son is 5 years old and level 3 on the Autism spectrum. Mind you they have you consent to restraints for disabled children or beings and you cannot attend with them which is absolutely cruel and unethical. Well of course my son freaked out and when I went back there he was crying . They said they will have to refer him out and I said well what do you expect from a 5 year old autistic child???!! Had I been given the chance to be there this could have been avoided. Of course this is up to the doctors to decide to allow a parent. Dr Ruiz responded with a snarky comment in to which she responded with I have obligation to protect my staff with no empathy at all. Well you know what?!! I have the right to protect my son from money hungry agency’s ready to bill my son’s insurance but not accommodate because of his disabilities. DONT BRING YOUR DISABLED CHILDREN HERE THEY ARE NOT PROPERLY QUALIFIED TO BE HANDING DISABLED CHILD PERIOD!!! when I took him to Route 66 dentistry that same day they could not believe they put my son in restraints and were able to see all of his teeth. This dentist knew what he was doing and was nothing short of amazing and empathetic to us my son is being scheduled for emergency surgery this Friday! Shame on you DR Ruiz for the way you handled your self and treated my son!! You have no business dealing with children at all and I’m not done there. I will be making a complaint to his insurance for discrimination. All the staff and assistants and receptionists were amazing but not the actual Dentist Dr Ruiz!!!! Absolutely and completely unacceptable and unprofessional behavior. DO BETTER!!

Family Choice Dental

Hello Rochelle. I am glad you found a provider that was able to work with your child. We work with patients from different backgrounds including any that may have varying levels of disabilities. We did try and work with your child, but he kept running away and jumping to get out of the room. We attempted to use a papoose board (a commonly utilized immobilization device that protects the child and healthcare personnel), but your child didn't allow us to pick him up. We will not force a child into a papoose board if they are kicking and screaming. We referred your child to a specialist since he would not allow us to diagnose or do treatment. We need a certain level of cooperation in order to diagnose or treat any patient at our office safely. It sounds like his behavior improved when you went to another office, and then they were able to diagnose the problem. It seems like when you left our office, you were upset that we were unable to do treatment on your son. However, patient and staff safety are important, and a referral was appropriate in this case.

Tori Miles 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Really an awesome place..really nice staff. This has been a great place to come to for my cleanings. Also had an emergency where a tooth in my denture broke. I am so pleased with the results. Thank you so much.

Adrianna Jabalera 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very happy with service and amazing lady's that work at this place glad to be able to have them work with my kids!!!

Leonard Montano 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Very friendly and nice staff they all work together as a team they went above and beyond for me they made my teeth to white and clean I can't thank them enough.. now I can smile with thous pearl White's

E M 1 year ago

Negative experience: The people are friendly, but some of their practices do not make sense. I will not return here for myself and especially not for my children. When I did go in I never met the actual Dentist. I have no idea who did my exam or my kids' exam. They just sounded very knowledgeable, but they were not the actual Dentist. They also require that a child goes alone to subsequent exam. That is outrageous and unheard of! Needless to say but going to anyway for review purposes, I will not be returning to this dental office.

Darrold Morris 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I should of Never went for a quick fix at another dentist. They gave me a filling with No cleaning, The filling cracked within 3 months. I called Family choice on 98th St and they gave me a faster time to fix my cracked tooth by 2 weeks, even though the other dentist messed up. Family Choice also offered me my Insurance approved cleaning, And Family Choice Fixed my cracked tooth after my cleaning. the same exact day, on a Friday. Now I can eat for the weekend, without being in pain. Love this place. Thank you so much❤️

T Montoya 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have extreme anxiety when it comes to seeing the dentist. The doctor and staff were wonderful. They explained everything in great detail and put all my fears at ease. I highly recommend Family Choice Dental

Chester Rashad P. Bradford 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Shot out to my sister Dee, and the family from Family Choice Dental!!! Most friendly and caring in all of Q-Town! If you need dental work done, hands down top quality care making sure your taken care of, and when you leave, you leave feeling like family! Thank you Family Choice Dental!

luis duran 1 year ago

Negative experience: Myself, husband and daughter all went for fillings. We were all in severe pain afterwords and for several days. I have a scab on my gums from where they gave me a cut. They treated my daughter terribly because she was scared. Also the receptionist is very rude. We will never go back. I would have given them zero stars but that was not an option.

Isaac 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Hadn’t been to a dentist in a long time and Family Choice made me feel right at home! The entire staff was great and made me want to keep going back for any dental needs. Couldn’t have asked for a better day at Family Choice Dental!!

Ancy Amaya 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at Family Choice Dental!! All the staff were super kind and friendly!! I went in for an exam and after that was done I was able to be seen right away for the next step of my treatment plan! Very time efficient and a great staff!!

Chantel Guidry 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I am so happy with my experiences here! I came in for a root canal. Dr. John did a great job. He was really patient and thorough. I felt like I was in good hands. Everyone here is really helpful and kind. Everyone I've encountered, from the folks working in the office to the dental assistants to the two dentists who have seen me, have been wonderful. Everyone does a good job and has done everything possible to help me. I highly recommend this practice for all your dental needs!

Dolores Castillo 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My children and I have been coming here for years, and they are very good. The staff is always so kind and very professional. Especially Louisa, she is so friendly and always goes the extra mile to make sure patients are taken care of and provided with excellent care!

dinora roman 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great experience I haven’t gone to the dentist in a few years as I am terrified of them but they understood my fears and worked with me! Highly recommend them!

Shahennessey Bradford 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This place was awesome! They were super quick and very nice. They make you feel super comfortable especially if you don’t necessarily really like the dentist office. Denise in particular was amazing, but honestly all the staff were great as well! I’d definitely recommend!

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