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Family Dentistry at SouthWood

Family Dentistry at SouthWood provides orthodontic treatment in Tallahassee, FL, with a 4.

1970 Gainsborough Ln Ste 2, Tallahassee, FL 32311
4.6(1,379 reviews)
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About Family Dentistry at SouthWood

Dr. Chanyce Williams and the hygiene team draw praise for gentle, pain-free extractions, though billing errors and treatment upselling show up in a notable share of reviews.

Family Dentistry at SouthWood is a general dental practice that also offers traditional braces alongside its regular services. Reviews often mention a clean, modern office and hygienists who explain each step of a cleaning, and many patients describe extractions and other procedures as handled gently even when they arrived anxious. A recurring pattern in the reviews, though, is trouble with billing and insurance claims, along with reports of being encouraged toward costly treatments like Invisalign or surgery that some patients felt were unnecessary. Several reviewers also mention staff turnover among dentists and hygienists, with some describing a dip in responsiveness tied to that change.

Summary of 203 patient reviews, October 2023–September 2026, updated September 2026

Treatments offered

Traditional BracesTraditional Braces
GuidesAdult braces cost guide →Teen braces cost guide →Braces cost for kids →

Who They Treat

Family Dentistry at SouthWood provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:

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

Insurance accepted

12 plans listed
AetnaAmeritasBlue Cross Blue ShieldCareingtonCignaDelta Dental PPOGEHA (Govt Employees)Guardian
Family Dentistry at SouthWood does not list Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 6 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Patients repeatedly describe extractions and other procedures as gentle and largely pain-free, even for those with dental anxiety.
  • The office itself comes up often as clean, modern, and calming, with several reviewers mentioning a relaxing atmosphere.
  • Dr. Peloquin is singled out by name multiple times as a standout dentist, and hygienists are frequently praised for thorough, gentle cleanings.

Things to know

  • A significant number of reviews describe billing problems, including charges for procedures insurance should have covered and difficulty getting errors resolved.
  • Some reviews describe feeling pressured toward costly or unnecessary treatment, including Invisalign recommendations or surgery pushed before other options were considered.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Chanyce Williams · 17 reviews
  • Dr. Manthiram · 4 reviews
  • Dr. Peloquin · 3 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

The seven reviews touching on orthodontic care are mixed: one describes a hygienist's braces recommendation working out well, but others describe an unsolicited $5,800 treatment plan, Invisalign pushed on a patient with no clear prior need, and retainers delayed for weeks without updates. One reviewer also mentioned being told to undergo surgery before being allowed to pursue Invisalign, only to get it elsewhere without the extras.

Last 90 days
39 reviews
averaging 4.5★
Last 12 months
194 reviews
averaging 4.3★
Owner replies
94% of reviews
Reviews per month
31
Oct 2023Sep 2026
Reviews per month
Oct 202314
Nov 202310
Dec 202312
Jan 202417
Feb 202413
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Aug 202410
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Feb 202510
Mar 20259
Apr 202512
May 20259
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Aug 202513
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Dec 202516
Jan 202614
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Aug 202612
Sep 202610
Average rating by year
  • 20234.8
  • 20244.4
  • 20254.3
  • 20264.3
1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Invisalign / clear aligners4
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff68 / 3
  • The dentist34 / 8
  • Clear explanations30 / 2
  • Cost, insurance & financing5 / 25
  • Gentle, comfortable care27 / 2
  • Responsiveness7 / 16
  • Scheduling & wait times7 / 13
  • Office & technology18
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff683
The dentist348
Clear explanations302
Cost, insurance & financing525
Gentle, comfortable care272
Responsiveness716
Scheduling & wait times713
Office & technology180

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Recent reviews from Google

4.6
1,379 reviews
Olivia Choutupalli
Olivia Choutupalli
2 weeks ago
“

My biggest issue is the insurance and billing department. Despite paying my bills in-person and in full directly after all of my appointments, they still sent multiple statements for additional undisclosed charges. That too, it took them multiple years to switch me to the correct insurance plan, so my dad kept receiving these calls and statements despite not being the insurance owner. This was enough frustration to get me to finally switch dentists. The staff also seemed like they were constantly trying to get you to do additional unnecessary procedures, possibly to make a make more money. At my first few appointments, they constantly tried to get me to get some kind of preventative fillings/coatings for all of my teeth - all of which was unnecessary for my dental care. I had to be incredibly pushy in order to only get necessary procedures done. Also, the staff there are not particularly friendly in my experience.

Review from Google

Mecca S
Mecca S
a month ago
“

I would not recommend this dentistry. It was OK before but now it just seems that they want money and if you don’t get their recommendations, they treat you differently. I did not have a good experience on my last visit.

Review from Google

Bloneva Dickson
Bloneva Dickson
a month ago
“

I went in as a nervous and new patient and came out feeling amazing. The dental office staff is very professional and friendly and Aya my dental hygienist took very good care of me, she explained everything step by step and has such a caring, warm and kind personality. I highly recommend Family Dentistry for all your dental needs. The deep cleaning is what was recommended for me but I feel I will be in good hands for any of my dental needs and concerns in the future.

Review from Google

LaKeisha Randolph
LaKeisha Randolph
a month ago
“

I’ve always had a great experience here. The office is clean, welcoming, and professional. My hygienist (Cameron) is very friendly, takes the time to explain everything while working on my teeth, and makes me feel comfortable throughout the appointment. I truly appreciate the excellent care and highly recommend this practice.

Review from Google

Breana Sykes
Breana Sykes
2 months ago
“

New patient here. My hygienist, Aya, was amazing. She did a wonderful job helping me feel calm, explaining the whole process, and answering my questions. My dentist was also very polite, though he was soft spoken and I did not catch his name.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Family Dentistry at SouthWood offer?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood offers: Traditional Braces.
Does Family Dentistry at SouthWood accept dental insurance?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood accepts Aetna, Ameritas, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Careington, Cigna, and others.
Is Family Dentistry at SouthWood accepting new patients?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood is currently welcoming new patients in Tallahassee, FL. Call (850) 816-3822 to schedule.
Where is Family Dentistry at SouthWood located?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood is located at 1970 Gainsborough Ln Ste 2. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=16535747312892480481&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Family Dentistry at SouthWood?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood 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 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Family Dentistry at SouthWood offer payment plans?+
Yes, Family Dentistry at SouthWood offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
What is the patient rating for Family Dentistry at SouthWood?+
Family Dentistry at SouthWood has a 4.6-star rating based on 1379 patient reviews on Google.

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