Blakeney Dental

I’m so grateful for Dr. Chelsea Workman and the assistant who supported her during my visit. They were both incredibly professional, gentle, and truly put me at ease throughout my appointment. I’ve been searching for a new dental office for a while, so being welcomed into a place where I felt peaceful, comfortable, and genuinely cared for meant so much to me. Dr. Workman explained the best routine for my dental needs with patience and without any judgment, which I really appreciated. I’d highly recommend Ideal Dentistry in Blakeney to anyone looking for excellent care. I’m sincerely thankful for their kindness and professionalism, and I pray blessings over their entire team.

This was one of the most frustrating and unprofessional healthcare experiences I’ve dealt with. I scheduled an appointment over SIX MONTHS in advance. With no notice, the office canceled it at the last minute, using the excuse that someone was giving birth — something they obviously knew well ahead of time. Canceling a long-standing appointment days before it’s supposed to happen is completely unacceptable. I clearly explained that my son is an athlete who lives out of state and would only be home for a limited period. This appointment was urgent and needed to be rescheduled within a month. Instead of working with me, offering options, or showing any concern, the staff could not have cared less. I was met with attitude, dismissiveness, and zero effort to help. No attempt to switch dates, extend hours, or find any solution whatsoever. I was simply told there was nothing they could do and to essentially deal with it. For a medical office, this level of customer service is shocking. There was no empathy, no accountability, and no respect for a patient who planned far in advance and communicated clearly. If you value professionalism, communication, or patient care — look elsewhere. I would not recommend this office to anyone.

Myself along with my family were one of the first patients here back in 2005 when the doors opened. We have seen a lot of Dentists and Hygienist go. There was a recent change dentist seems fine but the front office staff they answer the phone and don’t state their name. They cancelled two of my families appointments due to an office closure and when I called to reschedule when the doctor returned and one family member had a heart issue and asked about pre medication not only could they not comprehend my questions they also promised to have the dentist call me back two weeks in a row and it never happened. We will be seeking a new practice.

The care provided by the dentist was excellent from the very beginning. They were professional, kind, and very attentive to my needs. Each step of the procedure was clearly explained, which gave me a great sense of confidence and peace of mind. The office was clean and well equipped.

In June 2022, I received a dental crown at the office of Dr Sunar. Following the procedure, I began experiencing issues with the crown. Within less than two years, a cavity developed beneath it, which ultimately required complications and surgical treatment by a specialist to save the tooth. A subsequent evaluation including X-rays and a thorough examination by a different dentist, it was indicated that the crown needed to be replaced. The total cost for surgery and restoration exceeded $2000, an expense I had not anticipated. According to the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners, crowns typically carry a five-year warranty and should last between five and ten years. Mine failed far earlier. When I contacted the office to discuss this, no refund or partial reimbursement was offered. The crown I later received from a different provider fit perfectly and showed me how a well-made crown should look. Based on my experience, I would NOT return to this office in the future!