Dentist

[greenworries.livejournal.com]

I'm trying to find a dentist - preferably in the Somerville/Cambridge area, but I have a car and am more than willing to drive.

My requirements:
1) Must be a good dentist. My teeth are TERRIBLE. I've had 3 root canals (I'm only 26!!) and expect to need another shortly. I've recently had one of my crowns break, so I need to get that fixed. I probably have cavities that need to be filled, but I don't even consider that a big deal anymore. In other words, if you're lucky enough to have never had a cavity, a glowing testimonial about how nice and pain-free your dental experience is probably won't mean much to me ;P
2) I need to be able to make an appointment before the end of the year, for insurance reasons.
3) My dental insurance sucks, so I'll probably have to pay for most of this myself. Cheap, or at least not overpriced, dentists preferred.
4) Good chairside manner would be a plus.

I've heard good things about Dr Cook but I think I need a dentist who has better availability (due to the huge amounts of dental work I tend to need.)

Thanks!

Comments

[orbitalmechanic.livejournal.com]

I like Dr. Piskor, near Harvard Square. He used to be in practice with Dr. Greene for many many years, then took over when Dr. Greene had back problems. Overall that office has been very nice to me, through a few fillings and some gum problems (which they spotted before I had any symptoms). Not cheap but fair, I think. Availability may not meet your needs, but call and ask.