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Smith and Emerick Family Dental is a general family dental practice in Salem, Oregon offering family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and sedation dentistry services.
About Smith and Emerick Family Dental
Long-term patients trust Dr. Kristen Smith and Dr. Emerick for decades of gentle care, from routine cleanings to emergency fixes on holidays.
Smith and Emerick Family Dental is a general dental practice that also offers orthodontic options including Invisalign, traditional braces, clear aligners, and clear braces. Many reviews describe multi-generational families who have stayed with the same doctors for years, praising careful, minimally invasive treatment and calm handling of dental anxiety. Several reviews mention same-day or next-day help with emergencies, including a broken front tooth fixed right before a holiday and an out-of-country visitor squeezed into a full schedule. The office is also described as recently remodeled, with a quiet, tree-lined setting.
Summary of 200 patient reviews, June 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026
Smith and Emerick Family Dental is a general family dental practice in Salem, Oregon offering family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and sedation dentistry services.
The practice serves families with comprehensive dental care.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Smith and Emerick Family Dental provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
What patients say
Latest review 7 weeks ago
What patients praise
Who it suits
Doctors patients mention
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
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| Friendly staff | 75 | 0 |
| The dentist | 64 | 1 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 37 | 0 |
| Clear explanations | 28 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 16 | 0 |
| Responsiveness | 11 | 2 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 10 | 1 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 5 | 1 |
Recent reviews from Google
Everyone was so kind and made sure I was comfortable. It was really nice talking to the dental team, the doctors took the time to explain everything, and they went through options of next steps. It was very helpful and it was nice to have a better understanding of my oral health!
Very nice office, appointment was on time. I'm a new patient and they explained everything being a new patient there and cost as well. I highly recommend going to Smith and Emerick. Super nice staff. 5 star for sure.
I am a new patient. From the first phone call, every single person has been friendly and welcoming. My initial exam by Dr. Ross Emerick was very thorough and informative. He replaced two fillings today, which I anticipate will be great once the numb wears off! I highly recommend this office and these knowledgeable dental professionals. You will be treated with respect, kindness and courtesy. I have been going to this office for over a year now. I recommend this office even more strongly. They are unfailingly friendly, knowledgeable and professional.
Not for the uninsured. Quoted 325.00 for a new patient and just for these "professionals" to figure out how to fill a hole that a filling fell out of , that doesn't cover filling in the hole. This is why people can't afford dental care, too many fees for no work done. This is a third world non healthcare way to be to the citizens of your community.
Dr. Emerick and the staff put me at ease, answer my questions and help me decide the best options for my dental needs. They are patient, kind, and make me confident in their ability to care for our families dental health.
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