My overall experience with this dentist was very good. It was a little painful but I believe that was more my doing than the dentist. My insurance covered all the costs and the results of the cleaning alone was very good. He is very honest and will let you know straight up with regards to the status of your gums and teeth, even if the situation is dire. Through all the pain and perhaps a not so happy diagnosis, Dr. Valger still has a mega watt smile through all of it! I definitely would recommend this dentist.