Nortey Dental

Nathaniel Hood _{on Google}

Apr 9th, 2024

Best dentist our family has ever seen! Friendly, caring, and affordable.

Anthony Bitetti _{on Google}

Mar 6th, 2024

It had been a while since I'd been to the dentist, and Rae-Lynn and Dr. Lokko couldn't have been more understanding, helpful, and kind. Really appreciated their attention to detail, and the welcoming environment they've cultivated.

Huda Ajeel _{on Google}

Feb 12th, 2024

During my recent visit to Norty Dental for a routine check-up with Dr. Lokko, I experienced an exceptional level of care that truly stood out. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted warmly by the receptionist, setting a positive tone for my appointment.
Dr. Lokko's gentle demeanor and genuine kindness immediately put me at ease. Throughout the appointment, they took the time to address all of my questions and concerns with patience and attentiveness. Their willingness to listen and provide thorough explanations made me feel valued as a patient and greatly contributed to my overall comfort.
I was particularly impressed by Dr. Lokko's gentle approach during the procedure, which helped alleviate any anxiety I had about dental visits. Their professionalism and dedication to ensuring a positive experience were evident in every interaction.
The entire team at Norty Dental exemplified excellence in dental care, and I left the clinic feeling grateful for the outstanding service I received. I highly recommend Dr. Lokko and the team at Norty Dental to anyone in search of compassionate and expert dental care. Thank you, Dr. Lokko, for your exceptional care and for answering all my questions with patience and kindness.

Adele Tanner _{on Google}

Dec 9th, 2022

May 14th, 2022: It has now been about 4 years since my first and only visit to Nortey Dental, which is detailed below. Since that visit I have had my teeth cleaned twice a year and x-rays taken on each occasion. I never make mention to anyone of the Nortey dentist saying that I needed a crown or root canal until the dentist has had a chance to review my x-rays, look at my teeth, finish up, and then ask me if I have any questions. It is only then that I mention that the Nortey Dental dentist stated that I needed a crown or root canal on my rear molar. Each dentist has then taken the time to reexamine the xrays and examine the specific molar in question and each has stated absolutely not, not remotely so. Almost all have said you just went to some guy looking for some quick insurance money! And this is 4 years after my Nortey Dental examination! Enter at your own risk and by all means get another opinion or two if you're told that you need a very expensive procedure by the Nortey dentist!
Original review: This review is about Nortey Dental in Wells, Maine. I scheduled an appointment at Nortey Dental strictly for a cleaning and nothing more. While cleaning my teeth I was continously pressured by the technician to have wing x-rays of my molars, I repeatedly said no and she simply would not stop. They actually have a sign strategically placed very high on a wall which is all you can basically see while reclined regarding your need to have x-rays for a "proper" dental examination (which I didn't either want, need, or schedule). So while you're being harassed by the cleaning tech while she's cleaning your teeth to have xrays done, the sign can be clearly seen by the patient. Well, I finally gave in to her incessant whining and had the x-rays done, which then, of course, triggers the need to have their dentist examine you, so now double cha-ching, cha-ching, with Nortey Dental now collecting for three different dental services: cleaning, x-rays, and a dental examination by the dentist.
Worse yet, I was only seen by the dentist for at about 5 minutes max, which was mostly taken up by his greeting, introduction, and rehearsed pleasantries. HE TOLD ME I NEEDED AT THE VERY LEAST A CROWN AND MOST LIKELY A ROOT CANAL ON A REAR MOLAR, EVEN THOUGH I HAD NO PAIN OR SYMPTOMS WHATSOEVER..! In whole, it was quite a condescending experience put on by a staff trained to maximize the amount of services and $$$ that they can squeeze out of your insurance company! Also, be forwarned that without asking for your permission, a Nortey Dental staff member will basically sneak up on you while you're not looking and attempt to take pictures of you -- so much for patient privacy!
Lastly, the cleaning that I received was horrible and the worst that I've ever received in over 50+ years! In every past cleaning that I've had elsewhere, I have always been able to floss my teeth smoothly and without hang-ups. Not so after this cleaning, as I am still breaking floss on many, many rough patches left uncleaned on my teeth.
Given my experience, I would ABSOLUTELY NOT RECOMMEND NORTEY DENTAL FOR EVEN THE BASIC OF PROCEDURES, as maximizing profit is foremost in its business model. That, and its seeming inability to perform a basic dental procedure such as a routine cleaning.
May 25th Update: I have now seen two, 50+ year old, extremely experienced dentists (one a personal friend)
since my above referenced Nortey Dental appointment. In the first of two, conducted by him, I had my teeth cleaned again. I spoke to my hygienist about having my teeth cleaned (by Nortey) while I was traveling and after examining my teeth she told me that it was the worst cleaning she had ever seen. I also had xrays taken and my regular dentist stated that I had no issues whatsoever. Returning home I noted that I had no problems flossing anymore as my teeth were now actually clean, versus how they were after my Nortey cleaning.
Bottom line -- I stand by my original review.