Children’s Dentistry of Germantown | Dr. Bob Testen
Welcome to Children’s Dentistry of Germantown, where Dr. Bob Testen DDS has been committed to providing exceptional pediatric dental care since 2003. Our practice is designed with your child’s comfort in mind, featuring a warm and inviting atmosphere complete with engaging toys, exciting video games, and a captivating aquarium.
At our clinic, we prioritize quality and patient-centered care, ensuring that each visit is not only beneficial for your child's dental health but also enjoyable and stress-free. Dr. Bob Testen, with his extensive training and experience, brings a unique approach to pediatric dentistry that encourages a positive experience while educating children about healthy dental habits.
We invite families in Germantown to experience the joy of dental care tailored specifically for children. Come join us in making dental visits a fun and rewarding adventure!
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-17:30
- tuesday: 9h-17:30
- wednesday: 9h-17:30
- thursday: 9h-17:30
- friday: (closed)
- saturday: (closed)
Services and Treatments
Children’s Dentistry of Germantown | Dr. Bob Testen: Reviews
Reviews are the opinions of their authors. We do not verify that the author was a customer.
Reviews on Google
4,8 out of 5 from 296 reviews
Fantastic experience: First time. Very pleasant staff. Very welcoming. Gives good clear instructions and directions. Good at following up. Beautiful office. Great set up for the kids makes the visit smoother for the kids. The dentist was very pleasant. Took time to answer my questions. Gave the kids little gift at the end. Overall we will make our new dental office. 10/10 would recommend.
Negative experience: Once Dr Bob left the practice, the place has gone down hill quickly! I have taken my three boys here for the past 15 years and am currently looking for a new dentist cause of the new ownership and Dentist. My son needed a cap placed and when we went to get it done, AFTER ALREADY NUMBING HIM, they stated they didn’t have the correct “kit” to do the cap and I would have to return on another day to get it done. When I questioned what compensation I would receive for them waisting MY TIME (they charge late and missed appointment fees when THEIR time is waited) and the Dentist replied rudely and aggressively, acting as if I was crazy to ask for a discount or compensation for THEIR ERROR. I was told they would call me when they have the available kit and it’s been over THREE WEEKS and haven’t heard back from their office. I am so disappointed and wish DR Bob Testen was back as they have RUINED his dental practice and are quickly loosing patients! Don’t bother with this place, the new ownership has ruined Dr Bobs practice and reputation! UPDATE: As of August 10th their office has STILL NOT REACHED BACK OUT ABOUT THEIR MISTAKE! To expect ME to call YOU is ridiculous, You should be contacting me to resolve the issue YOU created!! After seeing another dentist they said FIRST- the treatment should have been done at YOUR EXPENSE as you had already numbed my child up and didn’t have the necessary equipment and that Any Other professional practice would perform it at their expense since it was Your Mistake! SECOND- they stated the suggested procedure wasn’t even warranted and unnecessary and I was going to be charged for a procedure my child didn’t need, in addition to the pain and agony my child would have endured unnecessarily. I am so unhappy with this practice, not only their unprofessionalism but for charging their clients for unnecessary procedures!! I have lost all trust and faith in this establishment and they have ruined the name and reputation Dr Bob had created, heed my warning and don’t go here!
Thank you for your feedback and for your many years of loyalty to our practice. We are truly sorry your experience fell short of your expectations — that is never what we want for any of our patients.
We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you directly and address your concerns personally. Please call us at (301) 540-5757 and ask to speak with Dr. Okoye — we are committed to making this right and hope to have the chance to continue caring for your family.
— Dr. Okoye & the Children's Dentistry of Germantown Team
Fantastic experience: Great experience with my children. I especially appreciate the patience, understanding, and dedication shown to my autistic son, who has significant sensory sensitivities. The staff was very kind and made him feel comfortable during the visit. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share this—it means a great deal to us. Making sure every child feels safe and comfortable is at the heart of what we do, and we're especially glad to hear that our team's patience and understanding helped your son have a positive experience. Sensory sensitivities can make visits stressful for both kids and parents, so knowing we got it right for your family is exactly the kind of feedback that keeps us motivated. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to the staff who worked with him. Thank you for trusting us with your children's care, and we look forward to seeing you all again!
Fantastic experience: It is an amazing place for my children, I love the attention is excellent and my children love being here. Super recommended, very professional.
Thank you so much for the kind words — it truly means the world to our team! We absolutely love having your children here and making sure every visit is fun, comfortable, and stress-free. Reviews like yours remind us why we do what we do every day. We look forward to seeing your little ones at their next visit! — Dr. Okoye & the GTSmilez Team
Fantastic experience: My kids have been coming here for years. They've gotten excellent care.
Thank you for your continued trust and support over the years!
Fantastic experience: So great with my son. The dentist had him laughing and enjoying the visit!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that your son had such a positive experience. Making dental visits fun, comfortable, and stress-free for children is one of our top priorities. We're delighted that he was laughing and enjoying his visit, and we look forward to seeing him again soon!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this place. My son is usually very shy but he had a great time with Dr Okoye today :)
Thank you so much for your recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that your son had such a great time with Dr. Okoye. Helping children feel comfortable, confident, and even excited about their dental visits is what we strive for every day. It means a lot to know that your shy little one felt at ease and enjoyed his experience. We look forward to seeing you both again soon!
Fantastic experience: The cleaning I had was very fast and my teeth looked great afterwards. I also had to get a few cavities filled and they did a great job. Fast, clean, and professional.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with both your cleaning and cavity treatment. Providing efficient, high-quality, and comfortable dental care is always our goal. We're glad your teeth looked and felt great afterward, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our team's professionalism. We look forward to seeing you again at your next visit!
Fantastic experience: Staff is always kind and I never have to wait long for my appointments. Have been going here for years now!
Thank you for your continued trust and loyalty over the years! We're so glad to hear that you've consistently had a positive experience with our team. Providing friendly service and respecting our patients' time are very important to us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to caring for your smile for many more years to come!
Fantastic experience: Dr. O is absolutely fine best. I love bringing my children here. Highly recommend him.
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We're honored to hear that you enjoy bringing your children to our practice.
Positive experience: Dr. O did an amazing job extracting my son’s fractured baby tooth. I was so nervous going in, but Dr. O was incredibly patient, gentle, and reassuring throughout the entire process. My son stayed calm the whole time — no crying at all — which says everything about how caring and skilled the team is. We truly appreciated the kindness, professionalism, and excellent care. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words and trust in our team! We understand how stressful a dental emergency can be for parents, and we're so glad we could make the experience comfortable for both you and your son. Knowing that he stayed calm and felt at ease throughout the procedure means the world to us. Thank you for your recommendation
Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for great service and the best dental care for your kids, this is it! Highly recommend Dr O
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. Providing gentle, high-quality dental care for kids is something we deeply focus on, and your recommendation means a lot. Dr. O and the entire team look forward to seeing you again!
Fantastic experience: Dr O & his team are simply amazing. They made my daughter feel comfortable and truly cared for. For the first time ever, she’s actually excited to go to the dentist. 100% recommend!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly glad to hear that you had a great experience with us. Providing gentle, high-quality dental care for kids is something we deeply focus on, and your recommendation means a lot. Dr. O and the entire team look forward to seeing you again!
Fantastic experience: This is a very child friendly Dental Care center where children and parents/Guardians are regularly updated on current issues in pediatric dentistry through their Monthly News Letters. I enjoy reading those news letters because they keep me abreast of dental issues and alerts me on when I can call for help as it pertains to my children's dental health
Thank you for your kind words! We’re glad you find our clinic child-friendly and our newsletters helpful. Your support means a lot to us!
Fantastic experience: Dr O and his staff are amazing! 10/10
Thank you so much for the 10/10! We truly appreciate your kind words and are glad you had a great experience with Dr. O and the team!
Fantastic experience: its a wow place to visit. friendly environment, professionalism at its peak, up-to-date facilities and all that is needed to have my child return home with that smile. Thank you Dr O. for your patience and display of love and skill towards our kids, we love you❤️
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted you had such a great experience and that your child left with a smile. Your kind words about our environment, professionalism, and care truly mean a lot. Dr. O and the team are grateful for your trust and love!
Fantastic experience: its a place to be if you want one of the best dental care for your kids. They will be well taken care of by a professional. You wont regret it at all.
Thank you so much for your kind recommendation! We’re glad you trust us with your child’s dental care. Your support truly means a lot to our team!
Fantastic experience: Lovely atmosphere for the Kids. Dr O is very professional and friendly too
Thank you for your kind words!
Fantastic experience: Dr. O is a very dedicated and hard working gentleman i have ever met. He loves to take care of kids as his own and does a follow up to make sure his patients are comfortable. He is a great dentist
Thank you so much for your heartfelt feedback! We’re glad you appreciate Dr. O’s dedication and care. Ensuring our little patients are comfortable and well looked after is always our priority. Your kind words truly mean a lot!
Fantastic experience: This office is so welcoming and kid-friendly. From the colorful decor to the gentle way the dentist explained every step. Highly recommend for any nervous parents!"
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you found our clinic welcoming and kid-friendly, and that the explanations helped put you at ease. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Negative experience: I chose this place based on the many positive reviews, but unfortunately, my experience was disappointing. I was informed that the services for my two children would be fully covered and that insurance would reimburse the full amount. However, the insurance did not cover the total cost, and I was later told that they do not have a contract with the insurance provider. Additionally, I was not satisfied with the quality of service. The technician appeared to lack sufficient experience and took multiple images, stating that they were not displaying properly on the computer. After seeking a second opinion, I was advised that the recommended treatment was not necessary. Overall, I incurred significant costs for services that did not meet expectations. I have since found a new provider and would not recommend this place.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations.
At our practice, we strive to be as transparent as possible regarding insurance coverage. Because insurance plans vary widely, we provide estimates based on the information available to us at the time, but final coverage is always determined by the insurance provider. We understand how frustrating unexpected costs can be and are happy to review any billing concerns in detail.
Regarding your visit, all diagnostic images and treatment recommendations are based on established clinical standards. In some cases, additional images are necessary to obtain accurate diagnostics, particularly when working with children. Our clinical team is fully trained and follows strict protocols to ensure appropriate care.
While we respect that you sought a second opinion, differences in clinical judgment can occur between providers. Our recommendations are always made with the patient’s best interest and long-term oral health in mind.
We would welcome the opportunity to speak with you directly to better understand your concerns and review your children’s records together. Please feel free to contact our office at your convenience.
We truly value feedback like yours, as it helps us continue to improve the care and experience we provide to all families.
Fantastic experience: My son was in need of emergency dental care and Dr.O and his exceptional staff got my son an appointment and resolved his pain with an hour of seeing my son. I would highly recommend Children's Dentistry! The staff is excellent, Dr is wonderful and the office is a peaceful place for any child who may be afraid of the dentist. Above 5 stars for this dental office!
Thank you very much for your kind words, this is much appreciated. We are glad we could help.
Fantastic experience: We had Very Pleasant exerience. The dentist was very gental and knowledgeable with the exam.. The kids really friendly playful environment.Im glad we came here for our exam and look forward to future visits.
Thank you very much for your kind words, it is much appreciated.
Fantastic experience: It was a wonderful experience with Dr O and all the staff of the Children's Dentistry of Germantown. Excellent reception, nice staff, very patient with kids, excellent service. Thanks to all the staff there
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted you had a wonderful experience with Dr. O and our team. Providing a warm, patient, and kid-friendly environment is always our goal. We truly appreciate your support!
Fantastic experience: Took my 3 girls to Dr. O today and it was a wonderful experience! First, the waiting room is amazing for kids of all ages. they have toys, a fish tank, and a couple arcade games. my 10, 7, and 2 year old all had fun waiting while I filled out paperwork. The 2 year old even went back to play after the appt. The staff are friendly. Dr. O is gentle but firm and gets the work done. He talks to the kids like they are kids. My 2 year old followed all his commands and did so well! (much better than when brushing at home) Looks like we found our pediatric dental home!
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear your girls felt comfortable and enjoyed their visit—from the play area to the treatment itself. It means a lot to know Dr. O and the team could make it a positive experience for all three. We’re honored to be your pediatric dental home!
Negative experience: Since Dr. Bob retired, the new receptionist working with Dr O is not very pleasant to speak with when rescheduling the appointments. Things come up that’s why people call to reschedule. She said she doesn’t have availability because she doesn’t know what schedule works for us and then asked me if I am sure I want to reschedule with her voice that did not sound right
Fantastic experience: the best pediatric dentist around. hands down. don't hesitate
Wow, thank you so much — this absolutely made our day! We are so passionate about giving every child the best possible dental experience, and knowing that comes through means everything to us. We're honored to be your family's pediatric dentist and look forward to many more visits ahead! — Dr. Okoye & the GTSmilez Team
Fantastic experience: The staff is very patient with my kids, they feel comfortable and I love it!
Fantastic experience: Best Pediatric Dentist in Maryland! Thank you so much Dr O and staff for all that you did for my kids. Finally found my dental home for my kiddos
This review made our whole team smile from ear to ear! Thank you so much for the incredibly kind words — being called the best pediatric dentist in Maryland is truly humbling and we don't take that trust lightly. We are so honored to be your family's dental home! That's exactly what we strive to be for every child who walks through our doors. Your kiddos are always welcome here and we look forward to being part of their smile journey for years to come! — Dr. Okoye & the GTSmilez Team
Negative experience: We’ve been going to Dr. Bob for years, and sadly since he’s now retired, this practice has gone downhill fast. They seem very unorganized. Last time we were overcharged, and not everything was submitted through insurance as it should have been. The receptionist, who is responsible for submitting claims, couldn’t have been more rude or wasn’t even apologetic for her mistake. The new dentist, Dr. O, is friendly, but we cannot take the risk with payments/insurance, or dealing with rude people at a CHILDREN'S dentist. Hopefully they can turn things around but we will sadly will be finding a new dentist.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob and his staff are extremely personable and make kids and parents alike feel confident & comfortable from the moment you walk into their office. the office is clean, appointments are well spread out, and I never feel rushed with Dr. Bob. My son actually loves going to the dentist!
Thank you for taking the time to update your review, we appreciate it!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob & his staff are amazing. My 4 year old daughter loves to go to Dr. Bob for check up. My 1 year old had her first dental visit & Dr. Bob & his staff were great with her. My daughter was anxious at first but Dr. Bob and his staff made her feel comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Bob. Thank You.
Thank you for taking the time to post your review!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob is the best dentist ever, stepping into his office feels like entering in a little kids’ dream place. He is extremely good at making my child feel comfortable, safe, and HAPPY. The only thing my child complains about is that we can’t go to the dentist more often!!!!
Thank you so much for your review,this makes us SMILE!
Fantastic experience: This was my kids first dental visit. The staff was excellent. They are very informative, listens to the questions and gave meaningful information to practice good dental care. Hygienist, Lisa and Dr Bob were very professional, communicative and engaged kids so well that my kids felt very comfortable during the dental cleaning and exam. Highly recommend Dr Bob's dental clinic.
Thank you for your review & the 5/5 stars!
Negative experience: Took my daughter in for routine 6 month cleanup. The cleaning seemed to have be done properly. Testen did a quick check after but didn't really say much, no briefing, no explanation, just said she's all done, walked away. Strange. Somewhat unprofessional and expected more. As a professional myself, I usually behave with more detail and explanation. Not sure what we paid for but we'll see if things remain the same on future visits.
We are sorry you were not pleased with your child's visit.Parents can always ask questions regarding their child while in-office by asking the hygienist about homecare advice or by asking Dr. Bob while he is doing the exam.If there is something you'd like to ask,please call the office and we'd be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Negative experience: Today I called to reschedule an appointment, and the person who rescheduled told me the time I needed was probably not available and sighed. Her tone was utterly disrespectful. I called back to leave feedback for the office manager, and the same person answered the phone and told me that I am not able to leave a message for the office manager I told her that I was calling to notify the manager about a poor customer service experience I just had, and she said it was with her and indicated that she was not rude at all. She hung up on me. I was hung up on by a person whose job it is to be kind to people and reschedule appointments and schedule them. It doesn’t seem as though our business is valued, but we really do love Dr Bob and I’ve never encountered this in the past. I hope the manager calls back to apologize, and that someone cares about what just happened.
This was a matter to be discussed with the office manager prior to posting a review, unfortunately we were not given the opportunity to do so. We are glad that you love Dr. Bob though.
Negative experience: Dr Bob is great, but the billing team is very unprofessional. They said they accept my insurance, but when I took my daughter for the dental preventive service, they still charged me a small amount beside the insurance credit? They said that's my responsibility to pay the difference? I never had that experience before for a preventive care. The process they billed client is very unclear.
We are glad you were pleased with the care your child received. Please call to discuss your concern with the office manager.
Fantastic experience: The staff is very professional and very patient. My son has developmental delays and they always do an awesome job in helping him to feel comfortable while examining him with gentle care. Dr. Testen has an incredibly bubbly personality that makes the the experience fun for both of my children. We found our kids (5yr old twins) permanent dentist. i am super happy for their professionalism and ability to deal with children with special needs. The entire staff is awesome!!
Thank you for the 5/5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob has a fantastic demeanor and exciting energy about him. My son was more than happy to meet him and switch over to his dental practice. Update: My son has been going to Dr. Bob for over a year now and enjoys his "chairside chats"! He thinks Dr. Bob is a cool guy!
Thank you for your kind review & rating!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob has been my dentist for many years. He is great, his hygienists are great, his front staff/billing are very helpful and go the extra mile! I highly recommend this amazing practice!
Thank you for your 5/5 review!
Fantastic experience: We keep coming back because Dr. Bob is the best. Thank you for being so patience. Excellent customer service as well.
Thanks, that means a lot!!
Fantastic experience: Once again in 2023, as always we received excellent personal, compassionate and professional service from the entire team at Dr Bob Testen’s dental practice.
Thank you for taking the time to post a review (again).
Fantastic experience: Dr. Testen has a real talent to treat children! Very happy to find him!
Thank you so much!
Fantastic experience: Great visit...we drive from Baltimore for Dr. Bob and his staff. My kids love going to the dentist now, even in a pandemic!
Thank you for your review and the 5 stars!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob is a great, considerate dentist! The office staff is wonderful!
Thank you for the 5 Stars!!
Fantastic experience: It's our first time at Dr. Bob and my daughter had a fantastic experience. The staff are super friendly and Dr. Bob was awesome and great with kids. The dental office is amazing. It's really meant for kids. We moved to Germantown recently and I'm glad I found a great one for my daughters.
Thank you so much for posting a review, we are glad you found us too!!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend! Dr. Bob is not only a knowledgeable and great dentist, but he is a kind and professional person. He cares about patients and parents. Very clean and nice office.
Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate the 5/5 rating.
Fantastic experience: dr. Bob testing was absolutely awesome! He has such a good bedside manner and ability to make kids feel comfortable that my 3 year old "forgot to cry" due to being distracted by his effervescent personality lol he is absolutely awesome. Send all of your kids there for all of their teeth lol
Thank you so much for your nice review of the practice,we really appreciate you taking the time.
Fantastic experience: BEST DENTIST EVER! Thank you Dr Bob and your amazing team for welcoming us. It’s been tough with our move but you and your staff made us feel like it was home and made us smile n laugh today. Maybe one day you could except “adult” patients. My boys loved all the goodies afterwards! Thank you
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review & the 5/5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob is amazing. I love him and I am so thankful my son has him as his dentist. He takes great care of the little ones and never forced my son to do anything he was not comfortable to do. He can make my little one comfortable on a dentist chair, that’s just beyond impressive to me. Thank you Dr. Bob, we love you!!
Thank you so much for updating your review, we appreciate it!
Fantastic experience: I would love to thank Dr.Bob and his amazing staff for doing everything possible to see my little one !!! From my initial walk in for information to the time and efforts to take care of my daughter was so heartfelt. He was able to assess the cause of her pain and broke down the best options for her and the staff were so patient with me with all my questions. Thank you so much!
Thank you for taking the time to post a review,we appreciate it!!
Fantastic experience: Always have great experience with them. My kids love to go there . Do not make any excuses like before. Friendly, understanding team. Highly recommend him for kids dentist.
Thank you so much for your kind words!!
Fantastic experience: Wonderful first visit for my daughter! Thorough yet very gentle cleaning after just getting braces off. Appreciate the kind energy from everyone!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review! We're happy that it was a good experience for your daughter.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob and his staff are great with our nearly 3 year old daughter. She is happy to sit still, choose a pair of fun sunglasses to wear, and let him count and check her teeth. He has a way of interacting with kids that puts them at ease right away. His staff is kind and patient, and let her choose a toothbrush and stickers after the appointment. We’ve now been there twice and had great experiences both times. Highly recommend!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review, we appreciate it!
Fantastic experience: Okay people! GO TO THIS DENTIST! I have a child who is SUPER anxious about dental visits and we have tried tons of children dentists (5!). I pull out all the stops too--lego bribes come out, everything! Today we went to Dr. Bob for the first time and my child said "This is the best dentist ever!" during his cleaning. My child let his teeth be completely cleaned and polished for the first time EVER (he's 10!). Tonight when going to bed he said it was "an enjoyable experience" and wanted to go again tomorrow. I'm floored. If you have a child who struggles with the dentist this is the place for you. They have a special polisher so they don't have to use toothpaste which my child always hates the flavor of. And if you lean on the crunchy side, they were totally fine with me skipping the floride. Our experience was amazing! Dr. Bob rocks!
Thank you so much for your review, we are glad you found us!!
Fantastic experience: We were so pleased with our first visit to Dr. Bob Testen's practice. The staff was friendly, and the waiting room was gorgeous (really nice artwork) and fun for my daughter, as there were video games and a fish tank to keep her occupied. Dr. Bob was a great pediatric dentist and gave an honest assessment of my daughter's dental needs, which I really appreciated as a parent. Rather than trying to get more money out of us by going along with our family dentist's recommendation that our daughter needed a filling on her baby teeth, he did his own evaluation and determined there was no need for a filling at all, as there were no cavities. This showed how much experience he has and also that he is knowledgeable when treating little kids. We are now considering switching over completely from our previous dentist to Dr. Bob's practice, as our experience was so positive. Thank you Dr. Bob and staff!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a comprehensive review, we hope you and your daughter will be back!
Fantastic experience: Excellent service! Dr. Bob and his team are amazing with kids! My daughter loved him!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we're happy she liked us!
Fantastic experience: We had been at another practice for 4.5 years (also highly rated), I found myself questioning the diagnosis, treatment plans and costs. Not to mention that we seen a different dentist every time we went in. It was at my 6yr old daughter's last appointment where I was told she had cavities on 2 separate teeth that needed to be drilled/filled immediately, and a baby tooth removed at the Oral surgeon. After the Oral surgery, she would have to return for another appointment for a spacer to be placed. So in total 4 appointments, with a cost of over $1800 with insurance. When she had gotten "no cavities" sticker at every appointment since 2019! I immediately called Dr Bob's office(as we had a wonderful experience with our special needs son a few months prior). They were able to get us in the very next day for a Consultation/Second opinion. Needless to say, she doesn't need to have Oral surgery to remove a baby tooth, and the "cavities" that needed an immediate appointment (with her under sedation)were not there. The kids love Dr.Bob, and I have 100% full confidence that his patients are his first and most important priority. You can tell he got into this profession because he truly enjoys it.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we appreciate it and are glad your family is happy with us.
Negative experience: This rating is based on my billing experience with this office. If you decide to make an appointment with this office, please be aware that they are NOT transparent on the participation status with your insurance carrier. You are made aware that they take your insurance, which is different than participating. At no point in time, from making the appointment to checking in was this mentioned. So, I get an invoice that I was not prepared to receive. To be clear- I don’t have a problem paying out of pocket, as long as I have been given informed consent. Speaking with the office manager did not get anywhere. She was defensive and did not take any accountability. She pretty much said it’s the patient’s responsibility to figure things out. It’s unfortunate because the dental hygienist and Dr. Testen are great. But, this billing experience is terrible customer service.
Thank you for your insight, we'll try better. We are glad your children had a good experience with our hygienist and Dr. Bob.
Fantastic experience: My son is turning 17 and worried that he will have to change dentists soon because Dr Bob is the ONLY dentist he has ever seen! He feels safe and comfortable with Dr Bob. He is awesome..
Super sweet! Thank you for your review!
Fantastic experience: From our actual visit with Dr. Bob to interactions with staff, everything about our visits there has impressed us and made us want to keep working with this office.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we appreciate the 5 stars too!!!
Fantastic experience: My two daughters love seeing Dr. Bob & his whole staff. They are always well taken care of and feel at ease when they open their mouths for all their visits.
Thank you so much for your review and the 5 star rating!
Fantastic experience: A+ all around from start to finish. Everyone was very friendly and professional, clean facility, Dr Bob is really great with children. They even checked to make sure that everything would be safe for my child with allergies. This was our first visit but I was very impressed. Glad to have found a wonderful new dentist.
Thank you for your comprehensive review and for your taking the time to write it up for us. We're glad you found us too!
Fantastic experience: We love going to Dr. Bob. Everyone at the office is so polite and always pleasant. Dr. Bob is always making jokes and engaging in fun conversations. My daughter always looks forward to seeing the fish more than anything or anyone (no offense) lol. We have never had a negative experience. We appreciate you all.
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it! We're glad your daughter likes the fish, they are fun to watch. (We can't compete with them!)
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob has been pretty much our favorite human since my kids’ first appointments as toddlers. We have the utmost confidence in his care, and more than ten years later my kids still can’t wait to visit for the humor and good nature of Dr. Bob and the entire staff. We live much further away now but wouldn’t consider going anywhere else.
Thanks so much for your kind words, we appreciate that! We're glad you and the family are happy with the care we provide.
Fantastic experience: Dr Bob is AMAZING!! Baby’s first visit to the dentist and we couldn’t have asked for a more pleasant experience. He was able to remain professional yet make you feel so comfortable it was like we had been visiting him forever! Will definitely be our kids dentist from now on!
Thank you for the nice review, we are so glad you found us! Thanks for the 5/5 rating!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob truly knows how to care for children. He gets down on their age level and makes the experience a great one. His silly banter does wonders to calm down nerves very well... even for our toddler who had multiple cavities. Hands down he is the best. The staff is super nice as well.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that the experience was positive.
Fantastic experience: Such an amazing experience from the moment we walked in to meeting the doctor… actually it began the moment I made an appointment. The receptionists were the most pleasant front line staff I’ve spoken to in a long time, and they were so patient over the phone. My sons first dental appointment couldn’t have gone any better. He left excited and continuously told us throughout the day how many teeth he has. The gift bag was amazing and really catered to kids with exciting new items and stickers. Excited to have him continue his pediatric dentistry with Dr.Bob and staff.
We are so glad your son had a positive experience with Dr. Bob! Thank you so very much for your comprehensive review and the 5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob's office is phenomenal. The entire staff is welcoming, very helpful, and my children enjoy coming to the dentist. Dr. Bob is amazing with my kids and takes the time to explain dental procedures. I've had some emergency visits/phone calls and have always been told to come right into the office. I highly recommend Dr. Bob Testen, DDS.
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review for the office,we really appreciate it!!
Fantastic experience: Dr Bob is by far the best health professional I've ever met. Very professional and gentle with kids. My kids loved every bit of his dental session.
Thank you for your kind review and all of the stars!
Fantastic experience: Wonderful staff and even better Doc. Such a lively and lovely person! Would definitely recommend him. We barely waited for the doc. They took us right away. Excellent service! Thank you Doctor Bob. We love you heaps and bounds!
Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we appreciate it a lot!!
Fantastic experience: People of warm hearts and good hands Dr Testen and entire team are from bests - thanks to Lisa, Esther, Geovanna, Holly, and your front office... and Dr Testen
Oh, this is just the sweetest! Thank you so much for posting your review and the great star rating!
Fantastic experience: We’ve been going to Dr. Bob for more than ten years. It’s always been a friendly, low stress environment. Kids can pick their toothpaste flavors and fluoride flavors. All the staff have been pleasant to work with. In 2021, safety and COVID-19 prevention practices are carefully upheld. I highly recommend Dr Bob for children’s dentistry.
Thank you so much for your kind words, we appreciate the 5/5 score!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob’s office is the BEST pediatric dentist’s office we have ever been to. From the moment you walk in the door or call on the phone you feel welcomed and important. All the hygienists are amazing with my children, as is Dr. Bob!!! We have 7 children and have been going to a Pediatric dentists for 25 years. I am sooooo happy we found Dr. Bob!!
Thank you for taking the time to update your review. We are happy that you are happy with the service we provide your children. Thank you for your continued support and nice review!
Fantastic experience: Our 2nd trip to see Dr. Bob and we had the same great experience as the 1st time. My son looks forward to seeing him and his staff and the King Kong in the bathroom. No cavities:) that is always a plus!
Thanks for updating your review , we really appreciate it and are happy it was a positive experience again. We love King Kong and Godzilla!!
Negative experience: He is a great peds dentist. My son had filling done, he didn’t even cry. We were seeing another dentist and she said he needed to be sedated. It was eye opening for me. He was gentle and he makes the experience fun for the little ones. Few months later…. I have to say I like Dr. Bob but his office staff and manager you want to run away from. He was recommended by a friend. My kids liked him. I got on the phone with the office manager who was the Offensive, impolite and evil. She was so rude to me it was unbelievable. I work in a healthcare organization that’s provide world class patient care. I would love to teach the entire office team what is patient care is all about. I thought may be she is having a bad day and if I could speak to Dr. bob and she said he knows this conversation. That’s it for me. I understood, he hired these people so he can let them run his office and not offer or care about his patients who are children’s. I think these people only care about the money and don’t not even care they are building relationships with these children. Then she had the nerve email me my options and one of them is take my kids record and go somewhere else. My kids were so sad when I told them they will not be returning to dr. Bob. Terrible manager and awful front desk can ruin your practice Dr. Bob.
We are sorry you were not happy with our office policies and the staff whose job it is to implement them. We are glad that you were pleased with the care Dr. Bob provided and hope that you will find a practice that will fit all of your needs.
Fantastic experience: My two kids loves this dentist and so I do as well. Dr. Bob is so good with kids and staffs are very nice.
Thank you for your great review!!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob is an absolutely amazing dentist. My 5 year old went in for his first cavity filling and it was a breeze. My son was laughing through the procedure and came out saying "I can't wait to go back"; Dr. Bob has a great personality to entertain kids while making sure everything is taken care of. He is also very responsive to questions. 5 stars !
Thank you so much for your review, we are glad you are pleased with our practice!
Fantastic experience: I was recommended to Dr. Bob and I was so happy I took the recommendation! They are so happy to see the kids, and you can tell they love what they do! They took all the time needed to explain everything, and they had a lot patience. They make sure your kid is super comfortable and at ease. The place is super clean! I recommend him 100%!!!!!
Thank you for taking the time to post such a comprehensive review. We are glad you were happy with our services, we are glad you are part of our practice!
Fantastic experience: Another great experience with Dr. Bob and his group! Everyone is friendly and efficient. Great Covid precautions including double-masking and huge air filters. They give fun "prizes" for the kiddos at the end of the visit. Dr. Bob doesn't do any unnecessary work or x-rays, which is so important. The hygienists take the time to teach patients/parents how to improve their brushing technique. I can't think of anything they didn't do well and I'm not easy to please.
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review! We are glad you were happy with our services.
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob and his team are the best with pediatric dental care. If you want your child to actually like the dentist and not fight you when it's time to go, then Dr. Bob is the man to go to. All of the hygienist are extremely nice as well. A thoroughly professional place.
Thank you for the great review and the 5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: My 5 year old son had a traumatic experience at age 3 with his previous dentist where he was crying and screaming and tried to crawl out of the office. This morning we took him to Dr. Bob and everyone was so nice. It took about 15min to coax him to sit in the chair. He was still really scared and we had to hold him still, but Dr. Bob talked to him through the exam and he even did what Dr. Bob asked (open, say ahhh, bite down). Afterwards, he got some prizes and stickers. He says he's still scared of the dentist, but I think he'll be okay going back, especially since Dr. Bob was so friendly and he was so happy with his goodies at the end . Update: He had his second visit today and finally got his teeth cleaned! Dr. Bob & the staff got him to sit in the chair and talked him through the cleaning. It's a miracle! We are so happy and proud! Big Thank You to everyone at Dr. Bob's office!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. So proud that the second visit went well, we knew it was just a matter of time and establishing trust.
Fantastic experience: I would definitely recommend Dr. Bob. They are great, never had any problems, fantastic with kids!
Thank you for the 5 star review!
Fantastic experience: Very good dentist, interactive with kids, staff is very friendly, i strongly recommended to all school going kids.. Bob is very skilled at his work...
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. We are glad you had a positive experience with us.
Fantastic experience: Wow!! We were referred to Dr. Bob by a friend, and we were floored by the experience. Our 5 year old and 2 and a half year old hadn’t seen the dentist in some time (thanks COVID), and needless to say they were a little nervous to see the dentist. Dr. Bob and Ms Esther made my kids feel as at home as possible. Once Dr Bob had my son laughing, we could see his apprehension wash away. We never thought taking the kids to the dentist could be so enjoyable. Thank you to Dr. Bob and the whole team!
We are so happy you were pleased with the visit today. Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review!
Fantastic experience: It is always a pleasure to go to a dentist office where they are so friendly and professionals. My daughters have always have a great experience at this office. They are THE BEST!
Thank you so much for your kind words & the 5 star rating!!
Fantastic experience: We love Dr. Bob! Great with kids, fast efficient check up and a cute waiting room. The staff is wonderful too.
Thanks for posting a review, we love the stars too!
Fantastic experience: My kids love to go to Dr. Testen's office. The staff are amazing with kids. I highly recommend him and his staff.
Thank you so much for the kind words, we are glad you & your kids like coming to see us!!
Fantastic experience: Dr. Bob and his whole staff are wonderful! They are amazing with kids and make going to the dentist actually fun!! My 6 year old actually begs to see the dentist :)
Thanks for taking the time to post a review. We are happy to have earned a 5-star rating!!
Fantastic experience: I have been bringing my kids to Dr Bob for about 9 years. His office always goes above and beyond for my family
Thank you for the 5 star review!!
Fantastic experience: Kind, friendly and super great chair side manner, Dr. Testen has been our go-to dentist for over a decade. His staff is excellent as well. Thank you Dr. Bob and your lovely wife for making each and every visit a pleasure ! Vicki Reyes Remax
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to post a review!! We appreciate it!
Fantastic experience: I'm so glad I made the switch to Dr. Bob Testen, his entire team are super friendly and my girls love him ❤ was hesitant to go at first because of the pandemic but they are super cautious and made us feel comfortable. Thanks again!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post a review. We are glad you and your children liked us and felt comfortable about our Covid precautions.
Fantastic experience: My kids have been going to Dr. Bod since they were babies. I couldn't imagine taking them anywhere else. Mrs. Lisa is their favorite hygienist. As a kid I had lots of bad experiences with dentist and I am terrified to go get a cleaning. I wanted to make sure my kids never felt scared. Dr. Bob and his staff are the best! My kids love going to see him, his caring, explains everything in kid friendly terms and is super funny.
Thank you so much for your great review, we are happy we have made your children's dental experiences happy! Thanks for the 5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: My kids always love their trips to the dentist and actually are excited to go. Dr Bob is awesome and the whole staff is so kind and patient. They have definitely gone the extra mile to keep the office COVID-friendly. Highly recommend!!!
Thank you so much for your review, we appreciate your taking the time to post.
Fantastic experience: The best! My 4 year old had her first actual cleaning today after having only had exams in the past. She talked to Ms. Lisa and was so comfortable the whole time! Ms. Lisa even went to find a pink flosser when she was told that the orange one would be better if it was pink. ALWAYS going above and beyond!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we are glad you are pleased with the service we provide.
Fantastic experience: We have been patients of Dr. Bob for almost 18 years. My kids have always loved coming for check ups. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We are so thankful for Dr. Bob and team and the role they have played in giving our children an excellent and positive foundation in dental care.
Aww, thank you so much for your kind words and the 5 star rating.
Fantastic experience: My children have been patients of Dr. Bob’s for well over 10 years. We love the staff and Dr. Bob. They are always on time and everything is thorough. We won’t go anywhere else!
Thank you for your nice review and the 5 stars!!
Fantastic experience: My kids actually look forward to their dentist visit. Dr. Bob is a lot of fun to talk with, and we always feel welcome by the staff
Thank you for the kind words and all of the stars!!
Fantastic experience: Best pediatric dentist ever!!! My kids love him. I truly appreciate his honesty and conservative measures.
Thank you for your kind review and 5 stars!
Negative experience: I am so disappointed in the way this office has handled my daughter’s first dentist visit. I was told that I’d pay the full amount out of pocket (which was $223!!) and that I’d get reimbursed by my insurance within two weeks. I got a letter from my insurance two weeks later, telling me that I’d only be reimbursed $116 out of the $223!! And when I called the office to see what they could do about that, the staff member at the front desk said “we never said you’d be reimbursed for the full amount, we only said you’d be reimbursed”!! Like, seriously?! Isn’t that something that needs to be mentioned? Maybe something like “Be aware that your insurance might decide to reimburse you for only a portion of this amount, not the full sum” would have been a better thing to say when I first set up my daughter’s appointment. Also, when I called them, there were no apologies given, no way to make it up for me, not even with a partial refund. The receptionist who answered my call was just adamant that she never told me I’d be reimbursed for the full amount, and that she had mentioned that they were out of network, which I know for sure was not mentioned in the call! She also mentioned that there was an email sent to me, telling me to contact my insurance to see the amount that my insurance would be able to cover. I never received such an email!! Just to be totally fair though, Dr. Bob himself was great with my daughter during her visit. It’s a shame we won’t be going back again because of how unprofessional his staff was when handling this issue!
We're sorry you felt there was miscommunication regarding insurance coverage for your daughter's dental visit. We will try harder to make this more clear in the future to others. Your insurance company can advise you with lists of in network providers as it sounds like this is what you would prefer for future dental visits. We are sad you will not be returning but are glad your daughter's dental experience was a positive one with Dr. Bob.
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