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Reviews
Do you wonder what our patients are saying about their time at Great Lakes Dentistry? Then we encourage you to read our reviews! Here, you will find some of the feedback from our patients after their visits with Dr. Van de Vyver, our caring dentist. To leave a review of our own, please contact our dental practice in Shelby Township today or visit one of our social media pages. We hope to hear from you soon!
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Lindsay Kraydich
16:26 11 Aug 21
I had a great experience at Great Lakes Dentistry.. very kind and welcoming staff and the Dr explained everything very thoroughly!! I am looking forward to returning 🙂read more
Misee S
18:22 30 Jun 21
This office is amazing! So kind and gentle. I've had very bad experiences with dentists in the past and they listened to all my concerns and got a plan together for me to love my smile again 😀 Lindsay the hygenist was awesome and the Dr made sure he explained everything to me and listened to all my concerns. Highly recommend!!read more
Kim Sieloff
16:05 02 May 21
I couldn’t be more pleased with them. A special thank you to Crystal Tilmon for all her help. I’m so excited to be able to smile again and not be embarrassedread more
Violeta Cangialosi
20:14 31 Mar 21
Great experience! My husband and I recently moved to the area and are so happy we found this practice! Wonderful staff and extremely clean! Would highly recommend for anyone in the area or looking to change practices.read more
Christopher Cangialosi
18:48 31 Mar 21
Friendly and Kind Hygienist! Non-Judgemental and Welcoming Office
Ken Faulkner
16:12 24 Mar 21
Fantastic dentist and fantastic staff. Shawn, Lindsey, and Crystal are not only consummate professionals, they're also great people. I've been going to Great Lakes for a year now and every interaction has been positive. I highly recommend their services.read more
Linda Scharf
22:08 12 Mar 21
Wonderful dentist, I drive a long way to be his patient. I completely trust him. Past experiences are all positive.
Giordana Sobel
16:36 13 Jan 21
Super friendly staff and did a great job. Made sure I had everything I needed and answered questions. Was a great experience!read more
Ray Gentry
22:54 18 Nov 20
First time at the Dentist in 16 years. I have to say, technology has changed, but my experience was top notch.
Mary Ann Lash
15:13 13 Nov 20
This was the best cleaning that I have had. Dr. VAN found a cracked wisdom tooth and it was pulled in just a few minutes. NO pain then or much after.read more
Spencer Weidig
16:48 04 Nov 20
I felt very comfortable with the systems that Great Lakes have in place to prevent Covid. Including free hand sanitizer!I have had Dr. V perform an implant, as well as replace some very old and large fillings with a crown. I love the combination of his skills and the technology that they use for x-rays, making crowns during the same visit, and tools.His staff was very pleasant, friendly, and thoughtful. They asked me what areas to be careful and any issues.read more
Ben “Zorium” Haga
00:11 15 Oct 20
I got in on very short notice, as I was having a toothache. Doc. Van was very friendly and I never felt a thing.
derek Laski
23:24 12 Mar 20
Dr Van couldn’t have been more accommodating during the initial consultation. My particular case consisted of several steps to achieve restoration of my smile. He was very thorough and took the time to explain in detail each part of the treatment he recommended. When I make the choice to move ahead with his recommendations I fully expect I will receive the same attentive care throughout.Thanksread more
Lori Lazar
18:02 01 Aug 19
I all of a sudden had pain in one tooth taking a drink of cold water one night. The next day I’m looking for a dentist because the pain didn’t go away and I come across this office and the reviews were all good so I called. They took me THAT day and both Crystal (the receptionist and assistant) and Dr. Van was so accommodating and nice I instantly got good vibes and felt comfortable. He was so gentle and you could tell he knew what he was doing. I ended up needing a root canal which he numbed me really good, didn’t feel a thing. He did a great job. I also got a cleaning and a full exam and again he was gentle. He actually talks to you and gets to know you. He has an awesome personality. You can just tell he cares and wants to get to know his patients. I just loved him. Crystal was SO patient and nice with all my questions (because I had A LOT) about pricing, payment plans, the procedure and appointments. They’re both so cool and down to earth and do such a good job, I HIGHLY recommend this office! Only thing is, they are only open 2 days a week. Which I did not know and felt bad because I called for 4 days with no call back and got a bit upset that I wasn’t hearing back from them, mostly because my husband was pestering me pretty bad about prices, procedures, etc. When Crystal called me back she explained to me their hours and went over everything with me, again with patience. We were on the phone a while because she took time to figure out how much everything would be and try to get me the lowest price. To me, that meant a lot. You don’t go to a lot of places that spend time trying to help you for that long and if you do the person gets an attitude or you can tell they’re annoyed but she wasn’t.Sorry this was so long. I just wanted to be detailed so you know this is a good place in every way! Love them.read more
Lisa Baca-Morse
13:21 13 Mar 19
Dr. Van is one of the very best dentists that I have used and our family have used many dental practices. With many large practices you will spend the majority of your appointment with a hygienist or dental technician. Not with Dr. Van. You are getting all top-notch dentistry with the Dr. himself. He has a state of the art facility where you will enjoy beautiful fast dental procedures such as cleaning, laser cleaning, repairs, implants, whitening, devices for solving the dangerous health issue of sleep apnea and convenient dental implants. He also accommodates early morning appointments. Dr. Van is very knowledgeable about how to get the most of your dental insurance benefits and also set up an easy payment plan on our balance that we can manage with our monthly bills without breaking the bank. Dr. Van knows, loves and understands children and he is especially great as a pediatric dentist! Did I mention he wrote a book on modern dentistry, he did! See it in his office! Thanks Dr. Van and staff : )read more
Bruce Barta
20:31 16 Jan 19
Very professional, state-of-the-art, and above all, Dr. Van is a friendly, caring individual. I absolutely recommend him.read more
Evan L
17:07 11 Jan 19
I was a new patient at this dentist office and went to get a filling replaced. The whole experience was quick, efficient, and absolutely pain free. I will be a returning customer.read more
john griffin
13:41 15 Nov 18
Dr. Van de Vyver is new in the area, not dentistry. He is friendly and upbeat. Has all the latest technology, things I never seen before. He did a filling and crown (which he makes on site). Everything went smooth. I needed one of my wisdom teeth removed which he did yesterday. I wouldn't say I enjoyed it, but he did a nice job and I'm fine today (without pain pills). I had one done many years ago and was in pain for 5 days.read more
Jeff Scheuer
15:42 07 Nov 18
Very good cleaning experience. Dr. V. did a great job at numbing my sensitive gum line.
Jacki Bretz
20:53 31 Oct 18
Friendly staff and great experience! Keep up the phenomenal service! Always a pleasure. Quick and thorough.
Jimmy Crackcorn
22:25 19 Apr 17
Great experience! Loved the office and the music, too! I am very excited about getting my implants. Thanks, Dr. V!
Samantha Snyder
14:05 16 Dec 16
Let me start by saying that I have not seen a dentist in a very long time and I have HUGE anxiety about dental work. Dr. Van de Vyver and his staff (especially his hygienist, Samantha) are amazing, simply put. They put me at ease with their lighthearted small-talk and let me see what they were doing with a hand mirror during my cleaning, which was so helpful. When I went back to have a wisdom tooth extracted they went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and at ease. My anxiety about dental work is non existent now and I'm so thankful he was able to work on me quickly, efficiently and with kindness. I would recommend him to anyone, no matter how far the drive. He's great!read more
Vicki V
11:14 01 Aug 16
This was a visit for my 85 yr old mom. Everyone in the office was so pleasent and went out of there way for us. The fee is very reasonable. The entrance was not friendly for someone who can not walk well. The ramp is very far from the unmarked door to the office. We will certainly go back. I would become a patient if my insurance was excepted.read more
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Date of Review: 12-08-13
“I think that Dr. V. and his staff are great and they do a great job of taking care of my dental needs. They also are very friendly and I feel welcome there when I come for my appointments. They are also conscious of costs and insurance requirements.” -William T.
Date of Review: 12-02-13
“Everything was great, Dr. Van de Vyver and his staff always make my visits as pleasant as possible.” -Leslie N.
Date of Review: 11-23-13
“Since going to Dr. Shawn and Great Lakes Dentistry we have experienced excellent dental care in a well run, congenial, caring and comfort devoted practice that incorporates the latest techniques and technologies for a better overall dental health care.” -David V.
Date of Review: 11-22-13
“Dr. Van kept me totally informed as to what was happening as he extracted a tooth. I must say the experience was far better than I had anticipated. Good job Dr. Van!” -Jim K.
Date of Review: 11-05-13
“I had a lot of anxiety today before coming to the office. Marie , Sarah and Dr Van were very nice. The procedure went well. Every thing was explained thoroughly. 5 star rating!” -Colleen N.
“Great experience. The office is really nice & relaxing and the staff are terrific at putting you at ease and taking care of your teeth. I drive a little further to come here because it’s worth it!” -Cheryl B.
Date of Review: 11-19-13
“I always look forward to getting my teeth cleaned at great lakes dentistry. Either of the woman who do this are very good at their job. Dr. VandeVyver is professional, but makes you feel so comfortable. You could always feel at ease to discuss any issues.” -Sue H.
Date of Review: 11-12-13
“Dr. Vand de Vyver and his staff are friendly and professional, and deliver pain-free dental care… plus the greatest playlist in the Metro Detroit Area! You will leave here with a beautiful and healthy smile.” -Emily B.
Date of Review: 11-12-13
“Polite, pleasant, gentle and prompt. Dr. Van de Vyver listens to my concerns and answers my questions. I’m new and very pleased with the practice, and I’m a fussy customer! I give GLD 5 stars and will definitely happy to have found a great dentist!” -Michael K.