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Dunkling & Penney
Dunkling & Penney provides orthodontic treatment in Burlington, VT, with a 4.
52 N Prospect St, Burlington, VT 05401
4.9(60 reviews)
About Dunkling & Penney
A dentist known for blunt, practical talk and thorough head-and-neck exams, with a front desk patients say goes out of its way to fix problems.
Dunkling & Penney is a general dental practice that also offers retainers as part of its orthodontic-adjacent services. Reviews point to a dentist who gives patients a heads-up before uncomfortable steps, speaks directly and practically, and performs thorough exams that include a head and neck check. The front desk and hygiene team come up often, with patients describing staff who go out of their way to resolve scheduling or billing issues, and a few reviews mention same-day crown repairs holding up well.
Summary of 36 patient reviews, April 2019–March 2026, updated September 2026
Treatments offered
Retainers
Who They Treat
Dunkling & Penney provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Children
Ages 6–11
Adults
Ages 18+
What patients say
Latest review 5 months ago
What patients praise
- The dentist is described as direct and practical, walking patients through thorough exams that include a head and neck check and warning them before painful steps.
- Front desk and hygiene staff are frequently credited with going above and beyond to fix scheduling or billing problems.
- A few reviews mention same-day crown work, including a quickly remade crown after breakage, holding up well.
Things to know
- A couple of reviews describe confusion or disagreement over insurance coverage that led to unexpected out-of-pocket costs.
Who it suits
- Anxious or nervous patients
- Patients transferring care mid-treatment
Orthodontic care in reviews
Few reviews discuss orthodontic treatment specifically; the feedback above reflects general dental visits.
- Last 12 months
- 4 reviews
- averaging 5.0★
- Owner replies
- 0% of reviews
- Compared with Burlington
- Higher rated than 50%
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PraiseCriticism
- Friendly staff18
- The dentist15
- Gentle, comfortable care6 / 1
- Clear explanations5 / 1
- Scheduling & wait times4
- Cost, insurance & financing2 / 2
- Treatment results3
- Office & technology3
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| Friendly staff | 18 | 0 |
| The dentist | 15 | 0 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 6 | 1 |
| Clear explanations | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 4 | 0 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 2 | 2 |
| Treatment results | 3 | 0 |
| Office & technology | 3 | 0 |
Recent reviews from Google
4.9
60 reviews
Joy Yonan-Renold
Edited 6 months ago
Thank you for the great care. Diane is a wonderful hygienist.
Veronica Peterkin
7 months ago
Absolutely wonderful experience at the Burlington office. Every staff member I met was very friendly. Lynae at the front desk went above and beyond to fix an issue that frankly I had caused. Dr Cooper helped ease any anxiety and would give a heads up before any potentially painful portions of the exam. She had tons of great ideas for better care that fit my specific lifestyle! Overall, they are patient-forward and will take great care of you.
Kurt Hughes
3 years ago
I cannot say enough about how wonderful this practice is. Dr. Penny is incredibly skilled and collegial and all of the staff are incredible. So thrilled to have switched to this practice!
Kim Danziger
4 years ago
Such a friendly group and so knowledgeable, people often are so petrified of the dentist but their calm positive way of support is so appreciated. I highly recommend this dental practice.
Cailin McMurdo-Minnich
4 years ago
What a breath of fresh air! I had my first appointment with Dr. Penney yesterday and it was the most relaxing, most informative dental appointment I’ve ever been to. Dr. Penney and his staff were incredibly professional and friendly, and did a very thorough initial exam. I look forward to my next appt (never thought I’d say that about a dentist appt)!
Questions about this practice
What orthodontic treatments does Dunkling & Penney offer?
Dunkling & Penney offers: Retainers.
Is Dunkling & Penney accepting new patients?
Dunkling & Penney is currently welcoming new patients in Burlington, VT. Call (802) 863-3479 to schedule.
Where is Dunkling & Penney located?
Dunkling & Penney is located at 52 N Prospect St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=12205938197509329558&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Dunkling & Penney?
Dunkling & Penney office hours: Mon 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Tue 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Wed 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Thu 7:00 AM–3:00 PM, Fri Closed–Closed, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Dunkling & Penney offer payment plans?
Yes, Dunkling & Penney offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
What is the patient rating for Dunkling & Penney?
Dunkling & Penney has a 4.9-star rating based on 60 patient reviews on Google.
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Wed7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thu7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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