Evergreen Dental

My wife and I have gone to Dr. Andy Huynh at Evergreen Dental for nearly 3 years, having been referred by a friend. The previous dentist we used in Las Vegas was scamming us (and we later found this was their method of operation) by giving us recommendations for dental work that was not needed. So we were glad to find a dentist who we felt we could rely on for good work and straightforward and honest dental care.
However, and this is where the story sours, during my most recent semi-​annual teeth cleaning/​exam, Dr. Huynh told me he found cavities (I’m not sure if there were 2 or 4 cavities based on the way he presented his findings), and even though they were small, Huynh said I needed 2 crowns. The total cost of repair was estimated to be nearly $ 2,500, which Karen, the receptionist said she could get down to about $ 2,300 for me, since I have no insurance and pay cash for services.
Dr. Huynh’s aggressive attitude during this exam, along with a similar attitude displayed by his dental assistant, was noticeably different than their usual demeanor during my previous visits. Something told me that it might be a good idea to get a second opinion, which I did. I went to another dentist and had x-​rays and and an exam completed. I didn’t tell the dentist in advance what Huynh’s recommendation was. HIs recommendation was to fill 2 of the cavities. When I asked if anything like a crown was needed, he said absolutely not unless I just wanted to spend the money.
To give everyone the benefit of the doubt, I decided to get one more opinion from a 3^rd dentist, without telling this 3^rd dentist the findings of the previous two. Her recommendation was the same as the opinion of the 2^nd dentist: fillings only, nothing else recommended.
Needless to say, I have changed dentists.
Two more items of interest:
1.) When my new dentist contacted Evergreen Dental (Dr. Andy Huynh’s office) to request my records and x-​rays, which is a common practice, Evergreen Dental told my new dentist’s office there would be a fee for the records and x-​rays. My understanding, and I think this is correct, there is never a fee associated with the transfer of this information. My new dentist told me that we shouldn’t pay and that we would just start over with new x-​rays as we move forward.
2.) During my last visit with Dr. Huynh, he asked me what I was doing to take care of my teeth besides flossing and brushing. I told him that I daily use a Perio-​Aid, which is tool for removing plaque from along the gum line, specifically the inner gum line areas where other dental products cannot effectively reach. I have used the Perio-​Aid for about 20 years, and every other dentist encouraged me to use it daily.
Dr. Huynh said he had never heard of such a tool and told me to stop using it.
Number 2 above is probably the final factor that pushed me into getting a 2^nd/​3^rd opinion. Why in the world would a dentist tell a patient not to be thorough in cleaning his or her teeth? I guess that’s a question that will go unanswered. I and my wife have changed to a new dentist.
I have since gotten the 2 small cavities filled, with an assurance from the new dentist that no crowns are needed. Total cost was $ 400, and not $ 2,300 to $ 2,500 spent out of my pocket for work not needed.
There you have my review.
Proceed with caution with the dentist you choose or use currently.