I had such a wonderful first experience at Dr. Vasilakis' office and am thrilled to continue a lasting relationship there.

Let's start with the front office. Appointments are easy to... read moreI had such a wonderful first experience at Dr. Vasilakis' office and am thrilled to continue a lasting relationship there.

Let's start with the front office. Appointments are easy to schedule, they even double checked my insurance coverage, and printed out estimates for the work I needed done based on estimates of my insurance benefits. For me, that was above and beyond. I can't tell you how many times offices were so reluctant to give me any type of estimate on potential work when I asked. Or they were extremely cautious, making sure I understood it was just an estimate and might not even be very meaningful due to insurance fluctuations.

My hygienist - yes, I have my own hygienist which will see me through my bi-yearly appointments. Jaymi-Lyn was so informative and gentle. I loved that she talked me through every single step of what she's checking for, what this equipment does, and what I can check for myself at home. I also ask a lot of questions so I was glad at not only how patient she was, but how thorough her answers were. It feels wonderful to know I can continue to email her with questions that may arise before my next appointment.

Dr. Vasilakis - she was equally as gentle and warm as the rest of the staff. She listened to my concerns, my issues in the past, and how I wanted to proceed in the future with her. I'm so relieved to have the future of my tooth health in the hands of this wonderful office! read less

It always amazes me how quickly time passes. It must be five years since Dr O'Connell retired and I became a patient of Dr Vasilakis. I just came back from... read moreIt always amazes me how quickly time passes. It must be five years since Dr O'Connell retired and I became a patient of Dr Vasilakis. I just came back from my bi-annual dental cleaning and, as usual, I am very happy with the experience. I am currently having my teeth straightened with Invisalign and I cannot wait to have Dr Vasilakis whiten them next year. read less

I had a great experience here.  I have extremely sensitive teeth that required three gum grafting procedures.  Anyone with this issue knows that cleanings can be excruciating.  Dr. Maria was... read moreI had a great experience here.  I have extremely sensitive teeth that required three gum grafting procedures.  Anyone with this issue knows that cleanings can be excruciating.  Dr. Maria was the one who finally caught this issue and referred me to a periodontist to have it taken care of.  I continued to see Betty and Dr. Maria for my cleanings for years afterwards.  I can't speak highly enough of Betty - she was so very considerate of my sensitivity.  The last cleaning I had was painless - this was the first time in 5 years! I would highly recommend this practice.  On a practical note, parking is pretty easy, for a city dentist - and I really appreciated that they have early morning and evening appointments - you don't have to rush from or miss work. read less

After moving up to Boston, I was completely bummed that I had to find a new dentist. I happened upon this office based on the yelp reviews and I am... read moreAfter moving up to Boston, I was completely bummed that I had to find a new dentist. I happened upon this office based on the yelp reviews and I am very grateful. Everyone from the receptionists up to Maria is friendly and professional.

I have been here three times now, two cleanings and a cavity. The atmosphere is very relaxed and Maria fully explains everything before proceeding. In addition, she is not pushy when it comes to additional services. She suggested that I get a mouth guard, but didn't hound me like a used car salesman. Also, when we discussed teeth whitening, she said I could use Crest white strips if I had more time and didn't want to spend as much.

I recently moved to Southie, but keep coming back here because this is a dentist you keep for as long as you stay in Boston. read less

Outstanding, after Dr O'Connell retired over 5 years ago I became a patient of Dr Vasilakis. I actually enjoy going to my bi-annual cleaning and dental check up. I soon... read moreOutstanding, after Dr O'Connell retired over 5 years ago I became a patient of Dr Vasilakis. I actually enjoy going to my bi-annual cleaning and dental check up. I soon as I finish with my invisalign next year, I plan to have Dr Maria whiten my teeth. Highly recommend. read less

I was recommended to go to this office many years ago, and made the poor decision not to. Sidenote, I have a crippling fear of the dentist, so I don't... read moreI was recommended to go to this office many years ago, and made the poor decision not to. Sidenote, I have a crippling fear of the dentist, so I don't have one. I unfortunately developed, in the middle of the night a terrible toothache. I called as soon as the office was open praying that they could see me. Fortunately for me they had an opening pretty early. Everybody was so sweet and nurturing. Dr. Maria put almost all of my nerves to rest and got me situated with what I needed to take care of. I have found my new dentist I will go here without hesitation anytime. I want to give them 10 stars! read less

First started coming to the office based on it's great online reviews and now I am writing one of my own. The staff here are friendly and helpful, and it... read moreFirst started coming to the office based on it's great online reviews and now I am writing one of my own. The staff here are friendly and helpful, and it is always easy to schedule an appointment. Definitely helps that they are open early in the morning some days for those of us who are busy from 9-5. All you need to know is that Dr. Vasilakis takes really good care of her patients, as do the rest of her staff, and I would highly recommend this office to anybody. read less

Our family has been going to Dr Maria for years - great office and staff, and by far the best dentist I've ever been to.

Dr. Maria is wonderful and I can't recommend her enough! I had a family friend dentist growing up and after moving away felt I would never be able to replicate... read moreDr. Maria is wonderful and I can't recommend her enough! I had a family friend dentist growing up and after moving away felt I would never be able to replicate the same level of personalized care and trust. (I bounced around to different dentists and didn't realize how important trust was until I ended up needing 3 root canals after a dentist I was seeing didn't seal my teeth properly and I got cavities under every tooth he had drilled...). That's what brought me to Dr. Maria, and I feel so lucky to have found her. Her staff is really nice, the office has massage chairs, and most importantly she is a true expert and takes time for her patients. I had a cap come off this past weekend and she replied to my email promptly (7am on a Saturday), thoroughly answered my questions, and offered to squeeze me in right away. I had the cap done while she was out on maternity leave and she even offered to redo it if it comes off again at no cost. Dr. Maria is exceptional! read less

Dr. Vasilakis and the entire office staff are INCREDIBLY kind, friendly, and considerate. My first visit was a cleaning, and for the first time, the procedures, cleaning process, and x-rays... read moreDr. Vasilakis and the entire office staff are INCREDIBLY kind, friendly, and considerate. My first visit was a cleaning, and for the first time, the procedures, cleaning process, and x-rays were all explained and shown to me. No one has ever done this for me before at a dentist office, and it was such a lovely change of pace to understand what was going on. I ended up needing some cavities filled, and Dr. Vasilakis was very thoughtful, patient, and encouraging. I was pretty nervous, but Maria was very calming and gave me plenty of Novocain, so I didn't feel a thing! She also made sure to keep asking me if I was OK or if I felt anything, which I thought was very considerate. She is by far the best dentist I've ever visited and probably the best I'll ever have. I can't recommend her enough! If you are looking for a new dentist, look no further! read less

I love Yelp, and use it all the time- but this is the first time I am writing my own review because I wanted to share the great experience I... read moreI love Yelp, and use it all the time- but this is the first time I am writing my own review because I wanted to share the great experience I had at this dentist... Yes, the dentist!

I chose Dr. Maria based off location and Yelp reviews.  The receptionists were beyond friendly on the phone and in person.  My hygienist was so professional and calm- she explained everything she was doing, and took the time to really go over my x-rays.  I couldn't believe when she was done cleaning my teeth, because it was so painless!  Dr. Maria also had a great personality, and was very knowledgable and helpful.

Besides friendly staff, the chairs had massagers in them which was a great surprise... And at the end my hygienist brought in a damp hot towel to clean my face.  I was shocked- little things make a big difference in making a generally un-enjoyable  experience shockingly pleasant.

To top it off, they send email and text reminders if you want them which is super convenient.

It was so exciting to find this gem! read less

Dr. Maria and her staff are excellent in all that they do. The quality of care is exceptional. Their commitment to their patients health and well being is paramount. They... read moreDr. Maria and her staff are excellent in all that they do. The quality of care is exceptional. Their commitment to their patients health and well being is paramount. They do everything they can to make you feel comfortable either during the process or about future work that you may be thinking about. And, last but not least, the super duper hi tech equipment is very cool!! I never, ever thought I'd say this, but going to the dentist is now fun... (crazy huh?). read less

Dr Maria did a terrific job reconstructing a tooth I chipped, and the hygienists and support staff just couldn't be better.

I do not know why there are not more reviews on Yelp for Dr. Maria. This is an excellent dental office with informative and professional dentists and staff. Dr. Maria... read moreI do not know why there are not more reviews on Yelp for Dr. Maria. This is an excellent dental office with informative and professional dentists and staff. Dr. Maria is great and extremely helpful and thorough. The staff at the front desk are very friendly and efficient; and the oral hygienists are also very nice and professional. I used to hate going to the dentist's, even for cleanings, but now that I have found this office, I don't hesitate anymore. I had tooth pain recently, and they were able to squeeze me in that same week. Don't let the fact that the office is on the first floor of a two-family house fool you. The office is very clean and the dental equipment seems to be up to date (however, I don't know anything about dental equipment, so I may be wrong), but the examination rooms have massage chairs and are clean. The waiting room is excellent with water, a Keurig machine, all sorts of magazines, books for the kids, great interior decor. If you want to read more excellent reviews, Dr. Maria has five stars on demandforce.com with over 800 reviews. read less

After switching dental offices, I finally found a good one.