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Elmtree Family Dental

Updated 2026-08-21 · 668 reviewed · 56 listed · Scored from 760 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(760) 92 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
All-on-4 & Full Arch ImplantsSingle Tooth ImplantsSedation & Sleep Dentistry for Implants
Elmtree Family Dental
Services
All-on-4 & Full Arch Implants, Single Tooth Implants, Sedation & Sleep Dentistry for Implants
Reviews
760

What recent reviews say

Staff consistently greet patients by name and explain procedures thoroughly without rush. Dr. Lanier, hygienists Haley and Casey, and office manager Abbey earn specific praise for patience with anxious and neurodivergent patients. One reviewer reported a patronizing consultation and alleged the office terminates patients who leave bad reviews, though 98% of 760 reviews are five-star.

All-on-4 consultations and restorative work receive strong endorsements. Pricing is described as locally competitive. The team accommodates emergency appointments quickly. Family-friendly care, including dedicated support for neurodivergent children, sets this practice apart.

Praised for
  • friendly, welcoming staff
  • gentle, patient care
  • clear explanations of procedures
  • minimal wait times
  • affordable pricing
  • handles anxious patients well
Watch-outs
  • condescending communication at one appointment
  • claim of patient termination after negative review
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Best for: anxious patients, families with neurodivergent children, those seeking affordable implant work
Think twice if: one recent reviewer reported patronizing communication and alleged patient termination after negative review

Strengths

  • remembers patient names and histories
  • exceptionally patient with anxious patients
  • quick emergency and new-patient appointments
  • affordable implant pricing locally

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Lanier praised for restorative work and patient communication
  • hygienist Casey known for anxious-patient care
  • hygienist Haley performs deep cleanings
  • office manager Abbey noted for follow-through
  • 3-month post-op appointments offered
  • x-ray technician provides clear explanations of next steps

What reviews say by service

All-on-4 & Full Arch Implants
consultations thorough and pressure-free; procedure results enable confident treatment planning
Single Tooth Implants
restorative work with Dr. Lanier produces natural-looking results; post-op care tracked at 3-month checkup
Sedation & Sleep Dentistry for Implants
exceptional care for dental-anxious patients; sedation availability mentioned but no specific sedation procedure details in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.77 average across the 51 all-on-4 & full arch implants businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 100
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 72
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
748
4
4
3
0
2
1
1
7

Common questions

Can you accommodate emergency appointments?
Yes. One new patient was seen urgently a week after an initial cleaning; another was taken quickly for an emergency extraction.
Do you offer care for anxious patients?
Yes. Multiple reviewers note staff patience and clear communication help manage dental anxiety. The practice has worked successfully with neurodivergent children.
Are your implant prices competitive?
One reviewer noted estimates for full denture work were 'a very good price, less than I expected.' Another cited 'locally most affordable implants and dentures.'
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Last updated 2026-08-21