Joel F Davidson DDS

PROS: Gentle, relaxed dentist.
CONS: They may have violated state dentistry codes and were beyond unprofessional.
My experience with this dentist is extremely mixed. I had a 5-​star experience, as noted in my first review, which you can read below: Nice, friendly dentist, great for people with dental anxiety. However, a most recent experience was terrible.
I convinced my husband to switch to this dentist as well. He went for his first appointment last week. The hygienist took x-​rays and was cleaning his teeth already when she stated, «The dentist couldn’t make it in today so he’ll just call you if there is anything that shows up on the x-​ray.»
Not only is this unprofessional according to basic common sense and patient expectations, but I believe it could be a violation of the PA State Code for minimum standards and conduct for dentistry. The code states: «(iii) A dental hygienist may provide the professional service identified in subsection (a)(7) [which includes polishing and cleaning] only under the direct supervision of a dentist. For purposes of this subparagraph, direct supervision means supervision by a dentist who has examined the patient and authorized the procedure to be performed, is physically present and available during the performance of the procedure, and takes full professional responsibility for the completed procedure.» (Reference:
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This dentist has never seen my husband, nor inspected his gums, teeth, tissue, has not made an oral cancer assessment, or any of the other observations that go into a dental exam. As a first time patient they should have called him ahead of time or at least at the front desk apologized for the inconvenience but explained they needed to reschedule his appointment as a first time patient. He has never received a follow up call from the dentist either regarding his x-​rays or need for an exam.
I will probably continue to go here because I have dentist anxiety and this guy put me at ease, but given their lack of professional conduct, I cannot recommend them to others.

The BEST the BEST the BEST… My orthodontist (Dr.Tuncay at Rittenhouse Orthodontics) recommended Dr. Davidson to me, I’m so grateful he did. Dr. Davidson and his team are so professional and kind. The hygienist (I can’t remember her name) she is hands down THE BEST… When she’s finish cleaning my teeth I feel like a brand new person and I ALWAYS ask for her when I schedule my six month cleaning. Dr. Davidson is a sweetheart and has a great sense of humor. *****Please visit them if you are looking for a new dentist or if you are not pleased with the dentist you have now.****

Today was my first visit with Dr. Davidson. I recently left my other dentist to look for a dentist that takes my insurance (united Concordia) and a dentist that is located in the city. I had a great experience with my cleaning (I can’t remember the hygienist’s name). She was gentle and gave me a great cleaning. Dr. Davidson was very warm and had great bedside manner. I’m glad I found a good dentist!

I came from another dentist only a block away. My previous dentist seemed to think I needed a root canal every six months and after my last visit, I had it. A friend referred me and I can’t tell you how happy I am. Dr. Davidson is amazing! He is calm, and he takes wonderful care of me. His entire staff is wonderful. I literally fall asleep in his chair. I used to dread the dentist and now I look forward tiny visits. By the way, I didn’t need root canal! Just a filling. It’s nice to find an honest kind dentist and staff. I can’t say enough about them. Please try them, you won’t look back, I promise!!!

I’ve been coming to Dr. Davidson since I was in middle school. Great guy. He’s soothing if you’re nervous (hums jazz), and the cleanings are never painful like they were at another dentist I went to as a kid. The staff are also all very pleasant. I highly recommend you bringing your teeth here. They’re in good hands.

I have been back to Dr. Davidson for several cleanings and remain impressed!

Although I moved to Chicago, I come back to Philly once a year and never miss a visit with Dr. Davidson! He is truly the best! And his staff are a pleasure!

The best dentist ever! I have been going here for over a year now and find the office to always be friend and efficient. There isn’t a long wait and they treat everybody with a lot of respect and personal attention.

This dentist is awesome. His demeanor is more Mr. Rogers than Little Shop of Horrors evil dentist. The whole office is like that. His receptionist will remind you of your kindergarten teacher (assuming your kindergarten teacher didn’t beat you). They are happy to accommodate wusses like me who can’t even handle a cleaning without some numbing agent. And they gently but appropriately reprimand me for my lack of flossing. (I know, I know. I want to floss! I just forget, or am running out.) If you’re looking for a dentist, call Dr. Davidson. You will not be disappointed.

Dr. Davidson and his staff are fantastic. It can be hard finding a new dentist, but as soon as I started with Dr. Davidson I regretted not coming to him earlier. They are the most gentle people out there — they make going to the dentist a pleasant experience! No upsells, no unnecessary extras — just excellent, high quality dentistry and teeth cleaning from wonderful people.

This dentist and his staff are amazing! I moved from MD to Philly for school, but was loyal to my dentist back in Silver Spring for 5 years. Finally, one of my colleagues recommended Dr. Davidson, and I reluctantly made an appointment for a cleaning (pretty sure that my one and only dentist back in Maryland was best dentist on the planet). But I learned that perhaps there are other dentists that are amazing in this world and it was a wonderful experience. Dr. Davidson is very kind, gentle, and thorough. The cleaning was great and I have been recommending him to all of my friends! Hooray for oral hygiene!