I wish I still lived in the area, because I really trust Dr. Thorne's evaluation. I went to him a few years ago after another dentist said I needed a lot of fillings (~8), and Dr. Thorne recommended only 2. Since then each time he has just done a cleaning and things have been good. My wife (then girlfriend) recommended him to me first, and has been pleased with his work. She has had some trouble with the office staff, but they have always been easy for me to work with.