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Hudec Dental

Hudec Dental is a comprehensive family dental practice serving patients of all ages with general, family, and senior dental care.

1730 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
4.3(610 reviews)
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Hudec Dental

About Hudec Dental

Dr. Payne is often singled out for careful, low-discomfort extractions, though many reviews describe long waits and abrupt schedule cancellations.

Hudec Dental is a general dental practice in Cleveland that also offers Invisalign alongside its regular services. Reviews often single out Dr. Payne for careful extractions with little reported discomfort and thorough explanations of treatment plans, and note that hygienists and front-desk staff can be warm with nervous patients, including kids and teens. At the same time, a substantial number of reviews describe repeated appointment cancellations, waits well past scheduled times, and confusion over insurance coverage and billing.

Summary of 201 patient reviews, July 2022–September 2026, updated September 2026

Hudec Dental is a comprehensive family dental practice serving patients of all ages with general, family, and senior dental care.

Founded in 1977, they offer routine cleanings, preventive care, fillings, crowns, and pediatric services across multiple locations in the Cleveland and Youngstown areas.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalign
GuidesHow much does Invisalign cost? →Payment options & financing →

Who They Treat

Hudec Dental 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. John Hudec, DDS

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Dr. Ashley Dawes, DMD

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Dr. Japmeet Kang, DMD

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Insurance accepted

15 plans listed
AetnaAmeritasAnthemAssurantBlue Cross Blue ShieldCareingtonCignaDelta Dental
Hudec partners with hundreds of insurance companies and verifies benefits directly before visits. Specific insurance carriers are not listed in the provided content.

What patients say

Latest review 2 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Dr. Payne is repeatedly credited with careful extractions described as involving little discomfort, along with thorough explanations of treatment plans.
  • Staff are often described as putting anxious patients, young children, and a special-needs child at ease during visits.
  • Some reviewers appreciated the neighborhood location and early appointment availability that let them avoid extra travel time.

Things to know

  • A recurring group of reviews describes last-minute appointment cancellations and waits of thirty to ninety minutes past scheduled times.
  • Several reviews mention unclear insurance verification, unexpected bills, and pressure toward add-on treatments like deep cleanings.

Who it suits

  • Anxious or nervous patients

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Payne · 23 reviews
  • Dr. Gholekar · 3 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.

Last 90 days
21 reviews
averaging 3.9★
Last 12 months
112 reviews
averaging 4.3★
Owner replies
49% of reviews
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Star ratings
  • 5★371
  • 4★34
  • 3★11
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  • 1★72
Average rating by year
  • 20214.9
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1★5★
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff42 / 12
  • Scheduling & wait times6 / 30
  • The dentist24 / 9
  • Gentle, comfortable care17 / 5
  • Clear explanations13 / 7
  • Cost, insurance & financing2 / 16
  • Responsiveness2 / 12
  • Treatment results6 / 3
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff4212
Scheduling & wait times630
The dentist249
Gentle, comfortable care175
Clear explanations137
Cost, insurance & financing216
Responsiveness212
Treatment results63

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Recent reviews from Google

4.3
610 reviews
Abbey Marshall
Abbey Marshall
a month ago
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I have been going to this dental practice for years and have had so many issues. I loved the idea of staying in the neighborhood and not having to go to the suburbs for appointments, but I have finally ended up switching providers. I have had multiple cleaning appointments (booked 6 months in advance) canceled last minute (a day or two before) without explanation and rescheduled for more than a month later. I was most recently told that they were using temps and did not have any hygienists on staff, which is why they were dealing with so many scheduling problems -- but I've been having the same recurring issue for years. When my appointments were not inexplicably canceled, I always showed up early and often had the first appointment of the day to ensure I could get to work on time. Still, I would find myself waiting sometimes more than an hour to be seen. Sometimes I was told the receptionist did not show up, meaning a hygienist would be pulling double duty, but more often than not, I was not exactly sure what was happening. I've had some really great and kind hygienists, but it's not been consistent (perhaps because of the temp situation). I really liked the dentist herself and she has always been great to work with. Unfortunately, the scheduling and staffing problems have been so consistently inconsistent for years that I need to go elsewhere.

Review from Google

William Carlyle
William Carlyle
2 months ago
“

Experience was quite Pleasant today staff was polite, friendly, funny, and very professional. X-rays,exam,and plan all set up.

Review from Google

Lucianmarie Rodriguez
Lucianmarie Rodriguez
2 months ago
“

Terrible customer service. They don’t take care of patients, they treat you like you at going for free. Very disappointing experience

Review from Google

Joseph Odom
Joseph Odom
2 months ago
“

The doctor & lovely staff were all Great!🙏🏼 Made me feel very relaxed ☺️.

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Gia Hinton
Gia Hinton
3 months ago
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Waited 6 months for an appointment just for it to be canceled with no options to reschedule for the foreseeable future. I was given instructions to call back and check for cancellations to be seen. Extremely unprofessional.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Hudec Dental offer?+
Hudec Dental offers: Invisalign.
Does Hudec Dental accept dental insurance?+
Hudec Dental accepts Aetna, Ameritas, Anthem, Assurant, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and others.
Is Hudec Dental accepting new patients?+
Hudec Dental is currently welcoming new patients in Cleveland, OH. Call (216) 861-5330 or book online to schedule.
Where is Hudec Dental located?+
Hudec Dental is located at 1730 W 25th St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=9674122361305984073&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Hudec Dental?+
Hudec Dental office hours: Mon 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, Tue 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, Wed 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, Thu 8:30 AM–5:30 PM, Fri 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Hudec Dental offer payment plans?+
Yes, Hudec Dental offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Hudec Dental?+
Hudec Dental is staffed by Dr. John Hudec, Dr. Ashley Dawes, Dr. Japmeet Kang. The practice is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) and board-certified.
What is the patient rating for Hudec Dental?+
Hudec Dental has a 4.3-star rating based on 610 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Hudec Dental been in practice?+
Hudec Dental has been providing orthodontic care since 1977, serving the Cleveland, OH community for over 49 years.

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Est. 1977
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Mon8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wed8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thu8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Fri8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
SatClosed
SunClosed

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