First Dental

The front desk is super rude, and they weren’t transparent about insurance and costs upfront. I asked at least 3 times for pricing before agreeing to do fillings, and then received a huge bill and they told me my insurance didn’t actually cover it. They should’ve told me to check with insurance before and not pretended it was all free for me. I found them to be predatory, also suggesting extra fillings which my new dentist said are not at all necessary. The dentist himself was nice, but I wouldn’t recommend this dental office at all.

Mr. Mota was an all star when helping getting my teeth cleaned. Even during sensitive areas he found ways to go back to get them cleaned while actually paying attention to my sensitivity tolerance so I was not in pain...all in all this has been a great dental experience with this office. Aside from the first practitioner who was very very aggressive but he has since moved on to LA and no longer with the company.

Wow such an amazing experience! I haven’t been to the dentist is 10+ years because my crippling fear and tmj issues but everyone in First Dental was so kind and patient with me, which made me feel so comfortable and safe. I recommend this facility to everyone. Plus accept MassHealth!

I called First Dental for a cleaning and checkup. When I arrived I was warmly greeted by Rita at the front desk. I was taken promptly for my cleaning. The hygienist was both professional and friendly. My teeth were in terrible shape yet the hygienist was non judge mental and after my cleaning I was introduced to Dr Hovannes (sp?). I told him I didn’t want a lecture or to feel embarrassed and or ashamed of the condition of my teeth. He told me that the only lecture I would get was a discussion of what needed to be done, how many visits were needed and how he could give me a smile I could be proud of. This was the first time I haven’t felt embarrassed or ashamed. It took many visits and a lot of work, but my fear of the dentist is completely gone and I absolutely LOVE my new smile! I literally cried when I saw the results of his hard work done with ZERO pain. My dental work took place over the summer and I thought I wrote this months ago. I saw that somehow it didn’t post. I’m no computer expert, but I do know that First Dental changed my life! I no longer hide my smile. As a matter of fact I wear lipstick that brings out my smile! I can’t say enough about First Dental. Dr Hovannes and his assistant were amazing and I highly recommend anyone looking for a new dentist to try First Dental. I’m forever grateful!

Loved my experience here the dentist was really nice and nonjudgmental. He gave me a clear plan on how to go forward with my dental work needed so happy I came

Everyone at the dental office is very professional and very nice they did an amazing job with my extractions and getting me my set of dentures took his time to make sure everything fit right and I was really surprised at how much they cared I would recommend this dentist office to anybody. From the dentist to the hygienist to the secretaries all the people at this office are extremely wonderful I'm extremely happy and like I said I would recommend this dentist office to anybody

I am so happy that I have finally found the best dentist office that I have been to in 55 years just dentists first dental and Summerville I've recommended all my friends and colleagues to quit using the dentist and to start using this dentist at this location

Dr Hovannes is not only a terrific dentist but he is very personable as well. He made me feel at ease by talking with me. The work he did was amazing. I needed major dental work done and it was almost impossible to see a finish, but with the help of Rita @(front desk) who worked with me with me from day 1 of scheduling until I was completely done. The pictures speak for themselves. I was adamant about keeping my Real teeth. Even for the duration of the time that I couldn’t afford some procedures First Dental (somerville) kept my teeth as good as they could (first pic) - over a year or 2, and 2nd & 3rd pics are my completed real teeth.
Marlene G.

Great dentist all around! From walking in the door to getting all my dental needs being met-5 stars all around!! Dr.Havhannes Pahlevanyan and his assistant Idalma are top notch and make u feel very comfortable like family! Always a warm welcome from Rita at the front desk and always a few laughs when leaving. I can’t thank everyone I have interacted with enough for all the services they have provided or recommended to me. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great dentist!!

I have been afraid of the dentist for a little while now. I came because I had severe tooth pain and needed two root canals. When I first got to the office I was just in such a bad mood. The staff, Dr. Hovhannes, and the office manager made me feel so much better. They squeezed me in for 2 appointments. I honestly couldn’t have felt more and comfortable in a dentist office! Thank you so much.