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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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
Clara Gothard
2018-07-11T00:28:46+0000
Dr Van is great. Took me a while to find him. Crowns in one day..digital impressions. Awesome, easy, convenient in this ever so busy times. High Recommendatin. �
Jacqueline Lundie Sulik
2017-12-16T14:49:05+0000
I can not say it enough, I love my dentist! Had a tooth extracted and Dr. V and Marie made it great. We were laughing, yes laughing. If you don’t laugh when you are at your dentist office, you need to get to Dr. V’s office.
Mary Ann Lash
2017-11-09T01:36:12+0000
Very pleasant experience. Dentist tells you exactly what should be done. My teeth feel very good.
Sandra Schenk
2017-10-06T19:12:29+0000
I got a crown at Great lakes dentistry. It looks and feels like a real tooth. It was definitely worth the money
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.
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Great experience! Loved the office and the music, too! I am very excited about getting my implants. Thanks, Dr. V!
Jimmy Crackcorn
22:25 19 Apr 17
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!
Samantha Snyder
14:05 16 Dec 16
I think I found my new best Dentist...
Clara Gothard
22:30 17 Nov 17
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.
Vicki V
11:14 01 Aug 16
s d
02:15 15 Jul 17
Fast and friendly and easy on a wimp like me! 🙂
Kim Doll
17:29 19 Jul 18
Friendly staff and great experience! Keep up the phenomenal service! Always a pleasure. Quick and thorough.
Jacki Bretz
20:53 31 Oct 18
Very good cleaning experience. Dr. V. did a great job at numbing my sensitive gum line.
Jeff Scheuer
15:42 07 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.
john griffin
13:41 15 Nov 18
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.
Evan L
17:07 11 Jan 19
Very professional, state-of-the-art, and above all, Dr. Van is a friendly, caring individual. I absolutely recommend him.
Bruce Barta
20:31 16 Jan 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 : )
Lisa Baca-Morse
13:21 13 Mar 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.
Lori Lazar
18:02 01 Aug 19
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