Smiles4All - Dental Care

Detailed Introduction

Smiles4All - dental care is a dental clinic located at 12092 Ell Ln, Waldorf, MD 20602, led by Dr. Ricardo Hector, DDS. The practice prides itself on providing comprehensive and Affordable Dental Care for patients of all ages, from children as young as three to seniors. Dr. Hector is a graduate of Howard University Dental School, where he earned awards and deans list honors. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, which he applies to his understanding of dental materials and mechanics. His commitment to continuous training is evident in his certifications, including implant training from AIC/Hiossen Implants, allowing him to place and restore various types of implants. Smiles4All offers a wide array of services designed to meet diverse dental needs. These include general dentistry (exams, cleanings, X-rays, home care guidance), Cosmetic Dentistry (composite fillings, porcelain veneers, Teeth Whitening), and Restorative Dentistry (fixed bridges, Dental Implants, root canals, dentures). They also address periodontal disease and offer extractions and bone grafts. The clinic emphasizes affordability, providing new patient coupons and offering CareCredit® to help manage treatment costs. A key aspect of their approach is patient education, ensuring individuals understand their treatment options and feel comfortable with their personalized plan. The team is dedicated to creating a relaxing and inviting environment to ease dental anxiety, taking the time to explain procedures thoroughly. Smiles4All aims to be a trusted family dentist in Waldorf and surrounding areas, focusing on delivering high-quality care with a gentle touch and stunning results, making the patient's smile their top priority.

Patient Reviews

3.7 out of 5

Latesha Kelly

Worst pediatric dental experience ever! I brought my 2 year old in for his first dental visit. He repeatedly told my son that he was "so emotional," my response was "He's 2 years old!" "Oh, mommy is taking up for you," he says. As an "experienced dentist" he should have had a far better response for seeing a 2 year old at his very first visit to the dentist. We were referred to a dentist by our pediatrician because my son's primary front teeth came in misshaped. Dr. Ricardo tells us my son's teeth are a sure sign of an infection during pregnancy.

I respond, "Oh well I didn't have any infections when I was pregnant with him, wouldn't it be something they detected?" "Yes," he says, "but I can't think of the name of it, I'd have to look it up in a book. " As he rushes through the exam he continuously fails to inform me of what he is doing to my son's teeth and tells him, A 2 YEAR OLD, he's "so emotional. " After he informs us that we must come back for sealants or fillings (I'm not sure of which one, due to the haste of the overall appointment), he tells us the appointment is complete and leaves fluoride all over my son's mouth. He sees me go to the sink to wipe it off and says "Oh yeah, I forgot to wipe it off," then quickly ushers us to the check-out area to make an appointment for the filings. Mind you, he never told me the name of this "mystery infection" that my son's teeth so surely indicated. I ended up having to ask the receptionist what treatments took place during the appointment and what he suggested moving forward.

The entire appointment was a messy blur! Dr. Ricardo was unprofessional and behaved as an inexperienced pediatric dentist. While he may be better caring for adults, we will NEVER visit his practice again. Beware!

October 4, 2016

Shaunta' Kirk-Nichols

I met with Dr. Hector not knowing what to expect just because my experience with dentist have been horrible in the past. But I have to say he was phenomenal he listened to everything I had to say and treated me properly. I had to have 2 extractions and I must say he made it as painless as possible and was VERY compassionate.

I plan on returning for ALL future dental work. Also I must add that ALL OF HIS STAFF ARE AMAZING. 👍👍👍

June 8, 2017

kim scarbrough

My bad review isn’t for Dr. Hector, he was very nice and helpful but it is for your staff. Ms. Stewart, while she comes off as friendly, unfortunately is completely incompetent. I originally called Nov 17 and was excited your office was able to see me right away for an emergency visit. Dr. Hector was not able to fix my issue that day and as I waited at the front desk to schedule my next appointment I was told by Ms.

Stewart that she would call me instead with my new appointment date. Well, almost 3 weeks went by and I never received a call, so I finally called back in early December to make it myself. My appointment was scheduled for today (January 15) and 2 hours before my appointment I was just called and told that I can’t come in because I needed preauthorization. I said shouldn’t yall have known that beforehand (this is nothing new, any other doctor or dentist have always gotten a preauth in advance) but no, according to her, this was a new policy that was just passed on Jan 1. Untrue, my dental plan has always required preauthorization for certain procedures. You just didn’t do your job and I have waited 2 months in pain due to your laziness or ineptitude. I’m not sure which one, nor do I care.

And now you just called again to try to cover yourself by saying you left me a message a week ago saying you need preauthorization. Lies. Ma’am you did not, and if that was the case you should’ve been calling my insurance company, not me. Dr. Hector please find another receptionist, she is horrible and will make you loose patients. I will never be back.

January 15, 2024