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Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL

Bright Now!

7886 US Highway 19 North, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
4.1(563 reviews)
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About Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL

Dr. Coca and Dr. Chuck Laun draw praise for calm, gentle handling of anxious patients, though staff turnover has left some orthodontic cases dragging on for years.

This is a general dental practice that also offers braces, clear aligners, retainers, and TMJ treatment. Reviews often describe pain-free visits for procedures ranging from root canals to braces placement, and both Dr. Chuck Laun and Dr. Coca are noted for walking patients through what to expect before starting treatment. A number of reviews also describe billing surprises and scheduling problems, including canceled appointments and gaps between orthodontic visits tied to turnover among dentists and orthodontists at this location.

Summary of 208 patient reviews, June 2017–September 2026, updated September 2026

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Treatments offered

Clear AlignersClear AlignersTraditional BracesTraditional BracesTMJ TreatmentTMJ TreatmentRetainersRetainers
GuidesClear aligner costs explained →Adult braces cost guide →Teen braces cost guide →

Who They Treat

Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

Children
Ages 6–11
Teens
Ages 12–17
Adults
Ages 18+

Technology & Equipment

Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.

Cone Beam CT (3D X-Ray)
CBCT

Orthodontists at this office

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Claudia Moricz

Orthodontist

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Richard Gill

Orthodontist

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NPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

3 plans listed
Delta DentalUHC / UnitedHealthcareUnited Healthcare
Delta Dental PPO — accepting new patients; Delta Dental Premier — accepting new patients; DeltaCare USA; Dentegra PPO — accepting new patients

What patients say

Latest review 4 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Patients with dental anxiety describe pain-free experiences during fillings, extractions, root canals, and braces placement.
  • Dr. Chuck Laun and Dr. Coca are noted for explaining each stage of a procedure before beginning it.
  • Dr. Coca is described as holding off on braces for a child to monitor jaw growth rather than starting treatment right away.

Things to know

  • A number of reviews describe billing surprises, including charges for services patients say they never agreed to and insurance coverage that wasn't honored as promised.
  • Some reviews mention canceled or rescheduled appointments and long waits despite arriving on time.

Who it suits

  • Patients with dental anxiety

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Claudia Moricz · 1 review
  • Dr. Chuck Laun · 37 reviews
  • Dr. Coca · 14 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Reviews describing orthodontic treatment mention braces placement that was pain-free even for anxious patients and an orthodontist who deferred starting braces to monitor a child's jaw growth. Other reviews describe treatment stretching well beyond the original timeline, including one case involving four different orthodontists over several years due to staff turnover.

Last 90 days
13 reviews
averaging 4.4★
Last 12 months
68 reviews
averaging 4.1★
Owner replies
65% of reviews
Reviews per month
12
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Dec 202312
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Jan 20264
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Mar 202610
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Jun 20266
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Aug 20265
Sep 20266
Star ratings
  • 5★365
  • 4★19
  • 3★13
  • 2★11
  • 1★92
Average rating by year
  • 20174.6
  • 20184.3
  • 20194.5
  • 20203.9
  • 20213.4
  • 20224.4
  • 20234.2
  • 20243.9
  • 20253.5
  • 20263.8
1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Braces5
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff77 / 18
  • The dentist60 / 13
  • Cost, insurance & financing12 / 25
  • Scheduling & wait times13 / 21
  • Gentle, comfortable care27 / 2
  • Responsiveness7 / 13
  • Clear explanations16 / 1
  • Sales pressure2 / 13
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff7718
The dentist6013
Cost, insurance & financing1225
Scheduling & wait times1321
Gentle, comfortable care272
Responsiveness713
Clear explanations161
Sales pressure213

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Recent reviews from Google

4.1
563 reviews
Ray Orin
Ray Orin
a month ago
“

Awesome staff treat you like family make you comfortable don’t make you feel rushed !!…and they always play great music!!!!!Seem to help lower my anxiety of being there Thank you very much for all you do for me 🙏

Review from Google

Faviola Davila
Faviola Davila
3 months ago
“

First time with this location and the service was very good the staff was very helpful explaining the procedure that is going to be worked.

Review from Google

Vladyslav Bohoiavlenskyi
Vladyslav Bohoiavlenskyi
3 months ago
“

I came here because they advertise an exam, X-rays, and cleaning for $99. After spending about an hour and a half in the office, they took a full set of X-rays and then told me I had multiple cavities, inflammation, and needed extensive treatment. The treatment plan they presented was nearly $7,000. What disappointed me was that they refused to perform the advertised cleaning unless I first agreed to their recommended treatments. When I asked about the $99 cleaning promotion, I was told that I was not eligible and that I needed a much more expensive “deep cleaning” and other procedures. As a patient, this felt very misleading. I came in expecting the advertised service and left without any cleaning at all, after spending a significant amount of time there. The experience felt more like a sales presentation for expensive dental work than a routine dental visit. I cannot comment on the quality of their dental treatment, but my experience with the advertised promotion was frustrating and disappointing. I left feeling that the $99 offer was mainly being used to bring patients in and upsell costly procedures.

Review from Google

Doreen Chapman
Doreen Chapman
3 months ago
“

Dr. Coca’s “Bright now” office is now under new staff. Which is great compared to the last staff. Dr. Coca was terrible and Cathy at be front desk looked like she climbed out from under a dumpster. Cathy was so incompetent I’m glad they are gone.

Review from Google

Cryskats
Cryskats
4 months ago
“

My husband got a root canal done at this location recently and felt weird after the crown was placed in his mouth. He has had root canals done before and knows something doesn’t feel right. He has brought it to the attention of the attending dentist at this location, a Spanish speaking dentist. I don’t remember her name. She doesn’t even make it the least bit apparent that she cares the slightest bit. It’s unprofessional and a disgrace. Now he has to walk around with an uncomfortable mouth because the dentist refuses acknowledge his complaint.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offer?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offers: Clear Aligners, Traditional Braces, TMJ Treatment, Retainers.
Does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL accept dental insurance?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL accepts Delta Dental, UHC / UnitedHealthcare, United Healthcare.
Does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offer free consultations?+
Yes, Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (727) 545-3800 to schedule.
Is Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL accepting new patients?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL is currently welcoming new patients in Pinellas Park, FL. Call (727) 545-3800 to schedule.
Where is Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL located?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL is located at 7886 US Highway 19 North. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=4615216438086693551&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL 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 Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offer payment plans?+
Yes, Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL is staffed by Claudia Moricz, Richard Gill.
What is the patient rating for Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL?+
Bright Now! Dental & Orthodontics - Pinellas Park, FL has a 4.1-star rating based on 563 patient reviews on Google.

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