Blue Ridge Family Dentistry

After 5+ years as a patient, I will NOT be returning to this dentist. At my last dental cleaning, the dentist humiliated me for having more than usual tartar build up. I explained to the dentist that at my last cleaning, he told me I would need gum graft surgery if I didn't stop brushing with as much pressure as I was using. And as someone with a traumatic dental history, that is a threat if there ever was one. Apparently, I was brushing TOO softly for the last ~6mos leading to more than usual tartar. Instead of gently giving this feedback, the dentist accused me of not flossing and brushing, despite my reassurance that I was. Then, he directly questioned my health literacy. The dentist made a reference to him being the "bad guy" and warned me how painful the tartar scraping would be ! I told him he was making me nervous, and he insisted that he was "joking around." He told me that I would be happier as a patient who thought the procedure would be more painful than it really was. Mind you, he spent approximately 3 entire minutes (eye roll) cleaning my teeth with no abnormal tartar scraping method to my knowledge. He then attempted to "ensure" I would purchase an electronic toothbrush, knowing nothing about my means to obtain an electronic toothbrush. There was no winning for me with this dentist. After this fiasco, he nonchalantly said oh yeah by the way you don't have any cavities. I would be terrified of the rath that would come from this dentist had I actually had a cavity, for heaven's sakes! I'm all about a reality check for your patient but there is certainly an appropriate, professional way to deliver your feedback, and this WAS NOT IT.

WORST DENTIST EVER!!I f I could leave no stars, I would. I know I do not have perfect teeth, but you would think after 28 years and I have yet to change them, that someone with common sense would assume I wouldn't want to. Or ask in a nicer more appropriate way if I wanted to. My first and ONLY time here, the primary dentist took a mirror out to show me my teeth, telling me to look at them and see if I wanted to changed anything. AFTER I TOLD HIM TWICE that I did not want to change anything. Then brought out the mirror. Also, when he asked what medication I am on, I told him it was for depression and anxiety. He then made a RUDE and INAPPROPRIATE comment about how maybe my move was what led me to depression .... like are you kidding me? SO insensitive!! I do not recommend him AT ALL. Complete inappropriate, rude, insensitive human. DO NOT RECCOMEND.

My experience with the office staff and Dr Almayyzan was great. First time in my life I have had a good experience with a Dentist
I highly recommend them. Dr Almayyzan was so pleasant put me right at ease.

Do not go here. I first signed up with this practice in 2018 because I was having dental pain.
1) They did 2 root canals incorrectly instead of refering me to an endodontist that I'm now having pain in years later.
2)The crown they put on one broke within 6 months and they refused to fix it.
3) They mislabeled my chart and accidentally left a root inside of my gumline when they did an extraction for a molar. It got infected and they charged me to fix it.
4) I paid $300 up front for their, "insurance" and $50/month for years after that. They refused me even routine care during that time and i never received even so much as a cleaning because i hadn't paid off my main balance, even though i was on a payment plan THEY agreed to and made every payment on time.
5) I have vertigo and they refused to give me something to pad my neck and lay me back slowly until the spinning sensation passed then again refused treatment until i, "resolved the issue" even though i was in pain. Charged me $120 every time i went in to try through.

I was swindled out of THOUSANDS of dollars and will likely be filing a medical negligence and malpractice suit once an endodontist(referred to by my new dentist who saw x-rays of the root canals and was horrified at the botched job) can confirm.

I had a fabulous experience with Dr. Almzayyen and his team! I unfortunately had a dental accident over the weekend and no dentists were open over the weekend, so I left a voicemail. Kathy got right back to me Monday morning and squeezed me into their soonest appointment. It was incredible. Everyone was so nice and genuinely made the whole experience seamless and calm. They care and it shows! All around, just a good bunch of people.

I have been a patient at Blue Ridge Family Dentistry for the past year. I have always been very pleased with the location, staff, and office. Dr. Al has recently taken over Dr. Solis' practice and I saw him this week. I was impressed as always by the professionalism and helpfulness of everyone in the office. Christine is my Dental Hygienist and she is the BEST! She is so very knowledgeable and helpful. I love the tips, tricks, and recommendation she gives me! I luckily have not needed any extensive work, but enjoy coming in every six months for my cleanings and check-ups.

My experience at Blue Ridge Family Dentistry was the BEST Dental experience I have ever had in my 24 years of living. That is truly a fact. Rachel is a very caring, thorough and knowledgeable dental hygienist. She informs you on every procedure every tool any questions you have she answers with full detail but also in a way to make sure you understand. I would recommend her to anyone who needs any type of preventative dental care. Dr. Mohammad is a very great Dentist. He is simple to the point and adds to the overall comfort of your visit. He makes sure that everything you need is addressed and any future dental concerns are either taken care of or followed up with. And last but definitely not least, the front desk secretary Andrea is awesome. She is very knowledgeable about the billing and insurance matters that need to be taken care of. She will do everything she can to work with whatever situation you may have. I was extremely satisfied with my visit and look forward to going back.

Excellent practice, staff, and dentist To be honest I am a big wimp in the dental chair due to sensitive teeth. Cleanings can therefore be painful. Now I won't lie and say there was NO pain here BUT this was the least amount of cleaning pain... They pre-treated my teeth with sensitivity floride before the cleaning which seems to be a BIG help! All staff are VERY helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The equipment and office setting are state of the art. LOVE this practice. If you are like I was, trying to pick a new dentist based on Google reviews... These GREAT reviews are a true representation of what you will find here.

Update: 6 months later I returned for my second appointment and I just want to say... It was the same AWESOME experience and crew. From the front desk helpfulness to the hygienist expertise and the very friendly, unhurried and knowledgeable dentist... All get an A++++++! I LOVE this practice! And again I can't say enough about how little pain I experienced with cleaning!

Update - Summer 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic Review: Doctor Al and the staff continue to be awesome despite the tremendous changes required for the dental industry. The routine now is: fill out online forms before your appointment - then one more online when you arrive to the the parking lot from your car to be sure you still have no symptoms of Covid. You wait in your car until called (my wait was SHORT!). Check in is a quick touch-less temperature check, then you are escorted right to your dental chair. The staff are masked and in washable dental jackets. All of this is for the patient's safety and the staff so they can continue to give the SAME GREAT SERVICE! And yes - still after going here for YEARS now- it's the same kind, knowledgeable staff, and one of my favorites dentists i have ever had! Great work as always team - thanks for keeping my smile in "check!" :)

YET another Great review for Dr. Al and all of the staff at BRFD. These guys are amazing and keep me happy year after year. I had a cleaning recently and tho there have been some staff changes, somehow Dr. Al finds the KEEPERS. Great Hygienists, Front staff always courteous, helpful and knowledgeable, and of course - DR AL is so talented and kind. I had to return after my cleaning a week or two later because I broke my tooth. They fit me in last minute and He and his team fixed the break so quickly and with SO LITTLE Pain! I am still afraid as I sit in the dental chair - but experience is showing that these guys do it right! Thanks!!! again all!

Everyone there is so friendly! The dental hygienist Stephanie was awesome and made me feel very comfortable when I’m usually a nervous wreck at the dentist. She talked me through every step she took and made sure I was comfortable the whole time. I would highly recommend them.

I have been to many dentists in the last few years, and Blue Ridge hands down has been the best. When you walk in reception is very welcoming and the room is bright and airy. Andrea is the one I have dealt with at reception so far and she is fantastic. Very sweet, professional, and so willing to work with you whether it be payments or appointments! When you go back it's a very open space, once again very light and warm. Doesn't smell like a "dentist". All of the assistants and hygeniests are wonderful, and the Doc is top notch. He is very professional, but very personable too. Explains everything as he is doing it, and very helpful with questions. I will be continuing to go here and I would highly recommend to anybody!