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Dr. Richard Ekstein, DMD

Dr. Richard Ekstein, DMD

Prosthodontics
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Ekstein, DMD is a prosthodontics practitioner in Riverdale, UT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1985. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

1140 W Riverdale Rd Riverdale, UT 84405

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
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Dr. Ekstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ekstein

4.3
61 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Dr Ekstein at Monarch Dental in Riverdale UT 2024
Dr Ekstein barely looked in my mouth, said a few words to me, and spoke about me to his hygienist (who was amazing) about how 'NOT smart' I am for not electing to do a cosmetic procedure. I mean, I'm sitting right there! This was the second time seeing this guy. The 1st time, he was so quick I didn't even catch his name. I'll be looking into a new dentist before my next appt. Too bad, because I really love the hygienist there. She is very thorough and informative.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 06, 2024
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They called to confirm my apt time 3 times including right before the appointment and then made me wait 3 hours with 35 other patients without answering me about how many patients were ahead of me. This is their routine process. This dentist also gave poor quality incomplete service and showed a lack of competence in dentistry. Avoid this dentist at all costs. Any random one would be better.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jun 19, 2021
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Doctor Ekstein is an excellent dentist and staff is terrific. They make you feel welcome and very accommodating. Have been going to Smile Design for several years.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Susan Moldt – Apr 02, 2021
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My family and I had our teeth cleaned on our first visit. The front desk staff was very nice. Liz, my hygienist, was great! Very attentive! I had to come back to have work done and wanted to use my secondary insurance to cover the additional charges. I was told by the office staff that both insurance plans were accepted. AFTER the work was completed, I was informed that only one plan would be able to cover my charges. Long story short, I now have an almost $800 bill because the staff misspoke. I tried to work with the staff however I was told there was nothing they could do despite providing incorrect information. The office is great however be sure to get a quote IN WRITING before receiving any major dental work. They may not honor their word.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Angela Oliver – Jul 17, 2020
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Terrible, cleaning girl was AWEFUL, barely touched my teeth. When I said I wasn't able to afford to treatment we had discussed the girls behind the desk rolled their eyes. How bad can you make someone feel! Then they made me stand there waiting while they fooled around.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 20, 2019
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I have a very bad experience in this office. The doctor and the manager only talk about money. If the bill is $500 and you only have $450, they will refuse to see you because of the money. They only surprise you with the bill in the office. Very bad and shameful office. I will not recommend deling with people who only cares about money. Do not trust their service.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Dec 21, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

We are Smile Design Specialists and we welcome you to our practice,  where   ``We Do It Right the First Time``. 

 I like to meet every patient in our consultation room so that we may begin your journey...
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biography

It is simple: We do it right, the first time! 
  • Prosthodontics

  • Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics

  • Dentistry

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1985

Locations

Practice

Monarch Dental And orthodontics1140 W Riverdale Rd Riverdale, UT 84405
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