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Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton provides orthodontic care in Norfolk, Virginia, serving both children and adults.
About Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton
Dr. Kristine Barrett draws praise for gentle extractions and fillings, and several patients report satisfying results after months of Invisalign treatment.
Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign for patients seeking straighter teeth. Reviews often single out Dr. Kristine Barrett for calm, skilled work on procedures like extractions and fillings, with patients describing little discomfort despite dental anxiety. Some reviews mention confusion around insurance coverage and billing, particularly for Invisalign and larger treatment plans, and a handful note that doctor turnover has made the office feel less personal since a change in ownership.
Summary of 201 patient reviews, December 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026
Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton provides orthodontic care in Norfolk, Virginia, serving both children and adults.
The practice operates two locations in the area and offers Invisalign clear aligner treatment as part of its orthodontic services. Dr. Alisa Smith-Kayal, Dr. Ariane Dias, and Dr. Kristine E. Barrett lead the clinical team. The practice has earned a 4.8-star rating from 852 Google reviews, reflecting patient feedback on care quality and service. Konikoff Family Dentistry accepts dental insurance and maintains in-network status with multiple dental benefits plans. The office files claims on behalf of patients for PPO, indemnity, and out-of-network benefits. Payment plans are available for patients seeking flexible financing options. The practice offers free consultations for prospective patients and provides online booking to streamline appointment scheduling. Families and adults throughout Norfolk can access orthodontic treatment at either of the practice's two locations. Individual treatment needs vary, and a consultation is necessary to determine appropriate care options.
Treatments offered
Who They Treat
Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton provides orthodontic treatment for the following age groups:
Technology & Equipment
Konikoff Family Dentistry - Brambleton uses modern orthodontic technology to deliver precise, comfortable treatment.
Orthodontists at this office
Dr. Alisa Smith-Kayal, DDS
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Dr. Ariane Dias
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Dr. Kristine E. Barrett
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Insurance accepted
2 plans listedWhat patients say
Latest review 6 weeks ago
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Orthodontic care in reviews
Reviews mentioning Invisalign at this location describe generally positive outcomes, including one patient satisfied with results after nine months of treatment, though a few note that insurance coverage for the treatment wasn't made clear upfront.
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| Theme | Praise | Criticism |
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| Friendly staff | 94 | 5 |
| Clear explanations | 22 | 3 |
| The dentist | 19 | 4 |
| Gentle, comfortable care | 20 | 2 |
| Scheduling & wait times | 14 | 7 |
| Office & technology | 11 | 3 |
| Cost, insurance & financing | 1 | 10 |
| Responsiveness | 4 | 5 |
Recent reviews from Google
I had a great experience during my routine cleaning. I had some special circumstances and the hygienist was able to answer my questions and address my concerns. She made me very comfortable and had a very cheerful demeanor. Very satisfied.
All the staff are super nice. The work they do is great. And they are able to schedule dental work very quickly. Thank you for keeping my mouth healthy and happy, Konikoff!
This practice is not taking new patients at this time. There is a mismatch between their system and their practice, since the system allows new patient appointments but the practice isn’t accepting new patients. I am putting 4 stars because the front office was nice and respectful when I called, but I wouldn’t have known my appointment was invalid if I didn’t call.
Jennifer the dental hygienist is great! She is very knowledgeable and always listens to me when I bring up any concerns. Dr Barrett is awesome too, friendly and easy to talk to. They helped me a lot with my Invisalign treatment. Definitely recommend!
I’ve been a patient at the Brambleton office since it opened. I honestly have to say that the office has declined substantially over the past few years and certainly since the business was sold. It has gone from astonishingly great to meh. It feels less personal, more like a factory, and there seems to be a new doctor every time I visit. I’m hoping that the excellence I’ve been used to returns.
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