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Oscar Gonzalez, DDS
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS is a multi-specialty dental practice in West Hartford, CT offering general dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery.
1340 Boulevard #2, West Hartford, CT 06119
4.9(339 reviews)
About Oscar Gonzalez, DDS
Pillows, sunglasses, and headphones ease anxious patients through visits, while young children often start phase-one treatment here.
Reviews describe an orthodontic practice that leans heavily into early, phase-one treatment for young children, along with a set of comfort touches — pillows and sunglasses during appointments, headphones to mask drill noise, and accommodations for patients with sensory needs or past dental anxiety. Dr. Ethan Santore is mentioned for calmly walking through procedures before starting, and reviewers describe Invisalign results as steadily improving teeth and, in several cases, finished smiles they were happy with. Long-term patients, some with a decade or more of history at the practice, point to consistent trust and quality over time.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, July 2018–September 2026, updated September 2026
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS is a multi-specialty dental practice in West Hartford, CT offering general dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery.
The practice features state-of-the-art technology and serves patients with Invisalign clear aligners and comprehensive dental care in a comfort-focused environment.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+
Orthodontists at this office
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Dr. Oscar Gonzalez, DDS
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Dr. Vipul Patel, DMD
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Dr. Ethan Santore
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Dr. Ali Greenberg, DDS
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Insurance accepted
Practice participates in many dental insurance plans; office team can answer questions about coverage.
What patients say
Latest review 6 weeks ago
What patients praise
- Phase-one orthodontic treatment for young children comes up often, more so than typical for a practice this size.
- Comfort measures like pillows, sunglasses, and headphones are used to ease anxious or previously traumatized patients through appointments.
- Reviewers describe the doctor explaining procedures calmly and checking in personally on patients' progress.
Things to know
- A few reviews describe front desk staff as rude or unresponsive following staff turnover, including one allegation of misuse of personal information.
- Some reviews mention scheduling issues, including a lengthy wait for a pediatric appointment that was later cancelled.
Who it suits
- Families with young children starting early treatment
- Anxious or previously nervous patients
Doctors patients mention
- Dr. Ethan Santore · 1 review
- Last 90 days
- 33 reviews
- averaging 4.8★
- Last 12 months
- 90 reviews
- averaging 4.9★
- Owner replies
- 4% of reviews
- Compared with West Hartford
- Higher rated than 63%
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1★5★
- Early (phase 1) treatment11
- Invisalign / clear aligners6
PraiseCriticism
- The orthodontist63 / 1
- Friendly staff49 / 2
- Gentle, comfortable care41
- Clear explanations27
- Office & technology24
- Great with kids19 / 2
- Treatment results16
- Scheduling & wait times7 / 4
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| The orthodontist | 63 | 1 |
| Friendly staff | 49 | 2 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 41 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 27 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 24 | 0 |
| Great with kids | 19 | 2 |
| Treatment results | 16 | 0 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 7 | 4 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.9
339 reviews
Robert Powell
2 weeks ago
Lolita Williams did a fantastic job with my tooth, left my mouth feeling very clean.
Hernan LaFontaine
Edited a month ago
Expert dental care plus genuine personal friendliness from each staff member makes for an unusual assessment of Boulevard Dentistry: I ENJOYED GOING TO THE DENTIST!!!
Justin Brennan
2 months ago
New office staff is awesome! Dr. D is also very kind. I was kept waiting for about 20 mins before I was seen, during my work day, so I wasn’t too happy about that.
Jeanette Perez
Edited 2 months ago
Dr. Gonzalez has been my dentist since 2011. My experiences with dentists were simply traumatizing until then. We had a great patient/doctor relationship and it was the first time in my life that I wasn’t terrified going to the dentist. When I found out he was retiring I was worried and anxious about the new team but I opted to give them a try and I am so glad that I did so! I felt the same level of professional care and comfort. Dr. Diederich is great at explaining everything she is doing. look forward to many years with her and her team!
Dayvihon Williams
2 months ago
I had a wonderful experience getting my teeth cleaned here! The hygienist, Latoya Williams, was incredibly gentle, thorough, and made sure I was comfortable the entire time. They took the time to explain everything clearly and gave me great tips for my daily routine. The staff is welcoming, and the office is clean and modern. Highly recommend Boulevard Dentistry for a stress-free dental visit!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Oscar Gonzalez, DDS offer?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS offers: Invisalign, Clear Aligners.
Does Oscar Gonzalez, DDS offer free consultations?
Yes, Oscar Gonzalez, DDS offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (860) 521-2500 or book online to schedule.
Is Oscar Gonzalez, DDS accepting new patients?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS is currently welcoming new patients in West Hartford, CT. Call (860) 521-2500 or book online to schedule.
Where is Oscar Gonzalez, DDS located?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS is located at 1340 Boulevard #2. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=4187572861027398101&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Oscar Gonzalez, DDS?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thu 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Who are the orthodontists at Oscar Gonzalez, DDS?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS is staffed by Dr. Oscar Gonzalez, Dr. Vipul Patel, Dr. Ethan Santore, Dr. Ali Greenberg. The practice is board-certified.
What is the patient rating for Oscar Gonzalez, DDS?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS has a 4.9-star rating based on 339 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Oscar Gonzalez, DDS been in practice?
Oscar Gonzalez, DDS has been providing orthodontic care since 1987, serving the West Hartford, CT community for over 39 years.
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Est. 1987
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Weekend Hours
Online Booking Available
Accessibility & Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Wheelchair Accessible Parking
Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
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Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed
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