Lakeside Dental Center

I love Lakeside Dental Center! Dr. Tabarie and staff are always so accommodating, loving and supportive. Mavelin at the front is always friendly and remembers all the small things about my life, making me feel welcome and comfortable. The parking garage beneath the building can be a little tight at times but other than that, can’t complain about overlooking Greenlake while getting my teeth cleaned. All the dental hygienists are wonderful and some go out of their way to help me avoid excessive pain when my sensitive gums overreact during my cleanings. Overall, highly recommend this location if you’re in the neighborhood looking for a dentist!

I can’t say enough praises for Dr. Tabaraie and staff, they are friendly, caring and wonderful. I have extremely sensitive teeth and gums and they go above an beyond to make me feel comfortable. I highly recommend!

My Fiancé and I have been coming here for 5 years now and LOVE going to the dentist. Never thought I would say that but everyone is so nice and friendly. I’ve referred 4 people that have made this their dentist of choice. Cannot say a bad thing about this office or the employees who work here!

My favorite dentist and staff — ever! They are friendly, fast, efficient and very calming. I am afraid of all things dental, ever since having passed out at the dentist when I was a child. They make me feel very welcome and calm. I have never had to wait when I arrive. My dental work has all been well done and quick. And what could be better than sitting in the chair looking out over Green Lake? Bonus — free parking garage underneath the building. I highly recommend you check this place out.

Everyone hates the dentist — it’s literally pulling teeth. But I’ve referred 5 people to Lakeside Dental and they’ve all thanked me for doing it. Dr. Tabarie is sweet, funny and most of all trustworthy. I’ve been going to her for 3 years and when she says I need a filling or a procedure — I know she’s doing it in the best interest of my health and smile. Her bright and modern office overlooks Green Lake and there is free garage parking so you can save time getting there. Despite her warnings about sugar, there are a couple of shops and café’s nearby to get a pastry or ice cream before your appointment. The staff from reception to hygienists are kind, accommodating and always explain what they are doing and why.
If you want a quick dentist to just get in and out and tell you your teeth are fine, I suggest you go elsewhere. Lakeside Dental is for people who want first rate care and professional treatment. I will be going to this practice for the foreseeable future and and it’s where my kids will go. No, I still don’t enjoy going to the dentist, but when I leave the experience feels less «clinical» and more «personal.»

My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Tabaraie and her wonderful team for the past few years, and I can’t say enough wonderful things about her and her office. Her staff is welcoming and friendly, they get you in and out in a reasonable time, and Dr. Tabaraie is warm and professional. I appreciate that they have early morning appointments at 7 AM, which is so great for people who have to go to work.
We love Lakeside Dental Center so much that we STILL go there, even though we have moved out of the city and could go to a different dentist closer to our home.

I figured I should write a Unilocal review, when after 5 appointments, I couldn’t stop recommending Dr. Tabaraie at Lakeside Dental to coworkers and friends.
I had been procrastinating going to the dentist for over 6 years (mainly to avoid the guilt trips my old dentist would give me about not flossing enough), and called into Lakeside dental when having shooting pain on one side of my mouth. Dr. Tabaraie fit me in for a consultation, and forever changed my outlook on dentists.
The practice is very modern and clean. Each window overlooks Greenlake which provides immediate relaxation for the sitting. There is never undue waiting, and the staff act with expertise and efficiency, valuing your business and your time. The doctor performs all procedures herself, and keeps up to date on the latest dental technology. She takes time to answer any questions, and never forces any treatment, but provides her best advice to consider.
Instead of finding another dentist to scold me, I have found a practice where the staff is thoughtful, knowledgeable, educational, and encouraging. I would recommend Lakeside to anyone who is looking for a modern, no-​nonsense, service driven practice.

Dr. Tabaraie has a very calm, happy office and she made much less invasive choices than my previous dentist had planned. (I had all my silver/​mercury fillings replaced — a large undertaking.) A year out and I’m feeling pretty good.
The office staff is polite, professional, and friendly. The receptionist is always attentive and organized. Never had a problem with billing. They even worked things around so that I could maximize my year-​end benefits without a lot of out-​of-​pocket (putting some things off for the following year).

This dental practice is about churning out money without the actual care towards the patients. Don’t go there with the expectation that you will get anything other than a pat on the head. I came to this dentist with pain and left with an appointment 6 weeks down the road. Emergency dental help the week after extreme pain… it was a horrible experience knowing that this dentist did nothing to prevent this.

I think I have only written one Unilocal review besides this, but since I came here based on great reviews, I felt compelled to add my review.
Everyone in the office was great. Friendly, talkative, helpful. This was my first visit to a dentist since moving away from my hometown and my dentist of 9 years. At the end of my cleaning, I was told I would need 6 fillings (I believe that was the number. This was 2 years ago). 5 or so to replace existing fillings, one to fill a small gap in my teeth (their reasoning– the gap will catch food and cause a cavity. If this were the case, I would need a filling. So why would I get a filling NOW, only to prevent possibly needing one in the future??) I was quoted around $ 400 – 500 for these services after my insurance maxed out. (Memory is foggy once again!)
After this visit, I called my previous dentist. I was told this was a pretty aggressive approach. She looked at my last X-​rays and visit notes (6mo. prior) and said that she couldn’t believe that in that time, ALL these old fillings would have broken down. I cancelled my appointment and have been nervous to return to a dentist again.
I finally went to a dentist today — 2 years after being told I needed this unnecessary work. I waited so long because I was nervous I would find another dentist who insisted on this work that my trusted dentist from home said was not needed. After my cleaning, I was told «looks pretty good. A few older fillings that we will have to watch for break down. So far they look alright.» Thank god for finding an honest dentist this time around!
Being told this today definitely sparked my urge to write this review. It angers me that the cost of their lies is so high to me– $ 400 – 500, time spent in the office, unnecessary pain, and weakening of my teeth with unneeded drilling. What a disgusting scam.

Service was good, but help with insurance was not. They told me I was covered by my insurance only to find months later that I was NOT. Now I have a hefty bill, something that could have been avoided. Thanks, but no thanks.

Love Love Love Lakeside Dental! Fabulous, friendly staff. Dr. Tarabie and her team have wonderful chair-​side manner. And for the first time ever, I actually understand payment/​insurance info – like I actually know what’s billed, what’s covered and what I’m responsible for – go figure! I highly recommend Lakeside to anyone looking for a great dental experience.

I visited Lakeside Dental Center through those good reviews.
However, probably the worst experience I have ever had with this dentist.
I had some fillings done here.
— The doctor’s explanations were not clear.
— Their anesthesia skill wasn’t good. SO painful (I don’t have a dental phobia).
— After the treatment, I couldn’t open my mouth properly for a month. Now I have TMJ. Plus, I keep biting the inside of my cheek.
Now I have to find another dentist to fix my TMJ.
I won’t go back to this dentist again.

I broke over half of my two front teeth off and the dentist put fillings in (for now, crowns later). They look perfect and she had very little to go from.
The all-​woman staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The dentist and the hygienist are both warm, professional and very intelligent. The whole atmosphere is warm and welcoming (which is hard for a dentistry office). When you sit in the patient chair, you have an unobstructed view of Green Lake through ceiling-​to-​floor windows.
It’s also reasonable in cost. I would definitely recommend this office to my friends.

Fantastic! Never have I felt so relaxed and so well taken care of at the dentist.
I have gone to the dentist every six months as long as I can remember and never have I had a dentist as great as Dr. Tabaraie.
I would highly recommend this dentist. The office is beautiful and very up to date with dental technology. The staff is kind, patient and thoughtful. Don’t look any further! Just make you next appointment at lakeside dental!

The friendliest dental practice EVER! Such a beautiful office, too. Very modern, up-​to-​date, and clean. Loved the view of Green Lake during my treatment. The most ease I’ve ever had at the dentist! Can’t wait to go back. Seriously! I should have made the appointment a long time ago!

I’ve always been somewhat partial to dentists, but I must say, Dr. Tabarie and staff take the cake (and brush thoroughly afterward). This is the most friendly and comfortable environment possible. Their technology is certainly up to today’s standard and the feedback is always honest and straightforward. If I could, I would probably get my teeth checked every 3 months. Alas, my insurance company would have none of it. :)

Dr Tabarie clinic is a fun place to visit. Very friendly staff and the PA Katrina was lots of fun. Changed the way I think of the dentist’s office. I highly recommend this place.

I saw Dr. Tabarie after a 2 year hiatus from the dentist while I didn’t have dental insurance. Preparing for the worst, I was very pleasantly surprised when she went over my intake form (very thoroughly) and talked about my previous dental work. My appt. was at 7AM which is great if you don’t want to miss work (not so great if you are not a morning person, which I am not) and everyone was super nice (and awake).
I had a LOT of digital x-​rays taken and they even took digital pics of the inside of my mouth along with a «head shot» for my file. Dr. Tabarie was super nice and accommodating as well as conversational. I never felt rushed and when I need to change things up (warm water not cold) she and her hygenist were more than willing. After going over all my info and before the cleaning, we discussed what needed to be done and how to proceed with my care plan. I love organized people with a plan so this was right up my alley.
Dr. Tabarie also isn’t into a lot of meds and whatnot so it was great that she knew of a good message therapist for my migraines (resulting from teeth grinding/​stress).
The receptionist/​admin was also great as she called my insurance company to make sure she entered in all the coverages correctly and could print me out a fancy estimate for the work I will need done. No one was pushy and understood that even with insurance, dental work is not 100% paid for and a lot could come out-​of-​pocket.
After I set my follow-​up appts I was even able to apply the Lakeside Dental Center coupon for $ 50 off $ 300 worth of work for my next appt. (BTW, if you live the Greenlake/​Greenwood area those coupons come about once a month in the ValuePak coupon thingy). Dr. Tabarie even has a referral program which is fantastic :)
The office is modern, has TV’s to distract you, as well as great views of Greenlake park and an awesome staff!

I went to Dr. Shokofeh Tabaraie last weel for my annual exam which I had not done in two years. She took lots of digital x-​rays and found that I had LOTS of cavities which she showed me. One was very concerning so she fit me in before a trip I was taking. Her staff are SUPER nice. I had to bring my baby with me and the receptionist watched her the whole time. They give you goodie bags and have a promotion for a free teeth whitening kit with your first appointment. I REALLY hate the dentist, but have really enjoyed going here!