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Vanderveen Dental Center
Vanderveen Dental Center
(15 Reviews)
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908 Rain Forest Parkway Columbia, MO 65202
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(15 Reviews)
Service
3.5 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
4 star average for Expertise
Staff
4.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
Value
4.5 star average for Value
Was the Dental Care provider able to take and develop x-rays in their office?
Yes
Will this Dental Care provider try to get you an appointment ASAP if you have an emergency?
Absolutely
Was the music playing while you waited or during your visit pleasant to you?
Very
Did you receive sample toothbrushes or toothpaste to take home?
Absolutely
Did you feel safe in this provider's care?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.130.226
August 18, 2014
Something has gone wrong on every visit to this office. On my first visit, the equipment they used for X-rays was too large for my mouth causing me to gag. They were rude to me about having a "sensitive gag reflex" and announced this to everyone in the office. When I returned for a filling, the doctor struggled to properly band the tooth being filled, needing at least a half dozen tries to do it -- with wooden wedges driven between my tooth and gum. The hour appointment took nearly three hours because of the trial-and-error process they used. Oh, and the very hot lamp overhead also fell on me while I was sitting in the chair.

Their billing is also consistently inaccurate. Despite an agreement with my insurance provider (Delta Dental of MO) to not charge over the contractual amount, they ask for payment up front each time (rather than even submitting it to insurance) which I have to decline. Then after insurance pays the contracted amount, their billing provider sends me a bill for the remainder -- the portion over the insurance provider's contractual amount! My insurance company says they are not allowed to do this, but they persist.

This office is very convenient and close to my home, but I will be driving a half hour across town to a more professional and competent office at my wife's recommendation from now on.
by Nelson xxx.xxx.212.141
June 30, 2014
Did this provider have reasonable prices?
Yes
Is this provider's business conveniently located?
Sort of, but its pretty far away from everything
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
No, they didn't show any sympathy or concern
Did this provider have an entertaining selection of waiting room magazines?
Somewhat, but they need a bigger selection
Did your gums bleed excessively after your appointment?
Yes, but it stopped within a few hours
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.213.186
December 16, 2013
Was this provider late to your appointments?
No, they were on time
Does this provider offer flexible appointment times?
Absolutely Not! My appointment always conflicts with my schedule
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.196.58
October 10, 2013
Does this provider have helpful information available online?
No, just a basic listings page
Was this dentist friendly?
Yes
Did this provider ever take personal phone calls while in the appointment room with you?
No, they've never taken personal calls with me
Did this dentist pressure you to get any unnessary dental procedures?
No, they never pressured me
Did you receive sample toothbrushes or toothpaste to take home?
Yes, I received sample toothbrushes and toothpaste
by Amber xxx.xxx.80.96
August 07, 2013
Was this provider's office too cold?
No, it was fine
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.213.126
August 06, 2013
I was worried that I was going to be in a lot of pain during my procedure, but they gave me a local anesthetic that took the pain away. I have a real fear of dental work. This was not small procedure, it was a root canal. I was very comfortable the whole time. They also gave me addition support for nervousness and fear with gas prior to the procedure. They were so kind and attentive to me. I didn't have to worry about them arguing with me, or contradicting what I had to say, which has been a problem for me at other places. They were so nice and professional and even called me to remind me about my upcoming appointment. Let me just say that this business is in one of the safest areas around and you will be pleasantly surprised at how lovely the surroundings are. I've never seen a dental office that cares about their patients more than they do. They've never pressured me to get dental procedures I don't need, and they always have my best interest in mind. If you have a fear of dentist I would seriously seek care with this office. They understand and never rush the procedure or make light of your apprehensions. The entire staff is kind and understanding.
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.80.191
June 18, 2013
NEVER GO TO VANDERVEEN DENTAL CENTER! Absolute worst experience with a practitioner of any kind, EVER. They told me the wrong time for my appointment, so when I showed up early (for the time I was told), they told me the dentist had left for the day and I would have to reschedule. Rescheduled for the next day, called ahead to say running a few minutes behind. Showed up 10 minutes late. They didn't get the message, told me they didn't know if the dentist would be able to see me. He lectured me for ten minutes about how valuable his time was, while a nurse repeatedly about how she didn't get the appointment times mixed up despite telling me otherwise the day before. Finally got in the chair, and the dentist worked on me for ten minutes and then LEFT THE BUILDING. I still had another hour slotted for my appointment, and more work to be done. When I asked the nurse if he would be back to finish the job, she told me "guess not".
NEVER GO HERE. I will be filing complaints with ADA, BBB, and my insurance carrier. This kind of treatment is inexcusable.
by anonymau5 xxx.xxx.66.60
February 14, 2013
Did this provider seem irritated to be working with you?
Definitely, they seemed irritated to work with anyone
Are you confident that this provider will continue working with you until a solution is reached?
Not really, sometimes I worry they're going to stop trying to help me
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this dentist's office?
They were average
Would you recommend this dentist to others?
No
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.243.197
January 03, 2013
Did this provider answer all of your questions?
Every question I had was answered thoroughly
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Yes, they went above and beyond
Did you leave the office feeling satisfied with your visit?
Completely!
Was this provider's office easy to locate?
Absolutely! It couldn't have been easier!
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Without a doubt!
by penny xxx.xxx.198.206
March 02, 2012
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908 Rain Forest Parkway, Columbia, MO 65202