Dr. Smith was an unknown to me, but I picked him after reading these reviews. I have a total thumbs up. He efficiently and inexpensively (compared to experience of my friends) did a root canal in two appointments, fully explained the "whys and wherefores", and is personable, as is his office. I never felt like I was on an assembly line. As one previous commentor said, it is too bad (for us) that he doesn't practice a few more general dentistry matters.