Happy Valley Dentistry

Gus Boyer 2 months ago

Dr. Emerson and his team are an excellent group of consummate professionals. I recently was here for my bi-annual cleaning, and had concerns regarding both my overall oral hygiene and issues that had cropped up prior to my planned visit. The lady staff member who handled my cleaning (whose name I unfortunately can’t recall!) was excellent, taking care of my teeth cleaning promptly. She was also an excellent conversationalist, making a typically dull routine procedure a more pleasant experience. Dr. Emerson was also fantastic, taking a proactive approach to both my existent and new dental issues, while also being both highly professional and personable :)

Abigail Knapp Edited 2 months ago

I visited in March 2026, and I've been a satisfied patient for three years. As always, the care was wonderful, and the customer service was exemplary (thank you, Lisa!). Happy Valley is a great place for adult or pediatric dentistry! Edit: I'll add that I've had the pleasure of having multiple visits this year to check on various things in addition to a regular tooth cleaning. Dr. Emerson is fantastic with patients and is also a good listener and very thorough. One of the technicians, Jess, was wonderful and patient. And as always, Lisa is a ray of sunshine on the phone or when I come to visit-- and can always figure out an appointment time. If I could give this practice 6 stars, I would. Thanks for being such a reliable place!

Irene Mushkin Edited 4 months ago

The members of this practice were intrusive with personal space and unreasonably harsh over minor lateness. During appointments, I had to ask two different dentists and a dental assistant to stop touching and patting me throughout treatment. It was not a single incidental touch, but continual physical contact on my arm or shoulder, which was highly unusual and felt invasive. A hygienist also used my chest as a work surface for her instruments, repeatedly dropping tools onto it during cleanings as if it were a table. I found the experience physically unpleasant and jarring. I continued going there for several years because, to their credit, they eventually noted my discomfort in my chart and the unwanted touching stopped. They also paired me with a different hygienist for my cleanings. I did like Dr. Schimmel and Dr. Emerson, as well as Lois Jean, despite needing initially to assert my physical boundaries with them. They were kind, decent, and patient. However, at my last appointment, I was 7 minutes late because of an unexpected domestic issue that arose as I was leaving the house. I called ahead to let them know I was running 5 to 10 minutes late for a cavity filling. Lisa, t

Lori Turrisi 4 months ago

I had a 5 star experience this week at Happy Valley Dentistry. My hygienist, Kristin did a superb job. My teeth are so clean! Kristin and Dr Emerson were both very thorough and also very nice people. And no review would be complete without mentioning Lisa! She has, and continues to be, amazingly personable and efficient. I highly recommend HVD.

Destiny Schlech 6 months ago

I cannot recommend this dental office enough! Dr. Emerson and Dr. Schimmel are truly the best dentists I’ve ever been to. I’ve had some not so great experiences with dentists in the past, so I was honestly nervous going in, but they completely changed that for me. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re greeted by the kindest front desk staff who make you feel so welcome right away. The entire team is friendly, professional, and genuinely caring. Dr. Emerson and Dr. Schimmel are incredibly comforting, patient, and take the time to explain everything, which made me feel at ease the whole time. You can tell they truly care about their patients and want you to have the best experience possible. Top notch care all around. If you’re anxious about going to the dentist or just looking for an amazing team, this is the place to go!