Scoles, Michael J.

300 Pelly Ave N
Renton, WA 98055425-228-6444

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35 ratings
91% gave a "superior" overall rating
$$$ - Prices 9% higher than average
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600 NW Gilman Blvd #B
Issaquah, WA 98027425-392-6466

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Consumer Comments for Scoles, Michael J.

Consumer from RENTON, WA
Apr 23, 2025

I've been going to Dr Scoles for years, mostly for cleanings. They are great at educating (in a not preachy manner) on what I can do to keep my teeth healthy. These days I'm getting to do fun stuff like root canals, caps and now an implant. They are always gentle and let me know what's happening as they are doing something. They pause things if I need a minute to process. They're happy to expand if I ask questions. I don't think I've ever experienced pain there. I've been able to get in when I needed to. Staff is professional, experienced, chatty, kind....Really can't say enough positives and highly recommend.

Consumer from SAMMAMISH, WA
Oct 08, 2024

Have been going here for years. The staff are amazing and there is little turnover, which makes visits begin with some family catch-up. There has been a second dentist in the practice, however that changes each year. Quality of care is excellent with the emphasis on being conservative.

Consumer from Auburn, WA
Feb 12, 2024

Great dentist and office workers. They are very good with fear of dentists and always take that into consideration when working on me.

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