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Spencer Dental & Braces

Spencer Dental & Braces provides orthodontic care in Norfolk, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across four locations.

2338 E Little Creek Rd, Norfolk, VA 23518
3.6(672 reviews)
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About Spencer Dental & Braces

Draws many young children and sibling groups for braces, but some families report canceled appointments and adjustments stretching well past a 9-month estimate.

Spencer Dental & Braces is a general dental practice that also offers traditional braces and early orthodontic treatment, with a caseload skewed heavily toward young children and families with multiple kids in treatment at once. Many reviews note staff who are patient and engaging with kids, including toddlers and children with additional needs, though a comparable number of reviews describe long waits and appointments canceled without notice. Reviews also point to instability with a consistent doctor, with some patients reporting years of treatment overseen by rotating or interim providers.

Summary of 212 patient reviews, November 2024–September 2026, updated September 2026

Spencer Dental & Braces provides orthodontic care in Norfolk, VA, serving children, teens, and adults across four locations.

The practice offers free consultations and accommodates patients with weekend hours and online booking. Treatment options include early orthodontic intervention for younger patients to address developmental concerns before they require more extensive correction. Specific treatment modalities beyond early treatment were not disclosed in available practice information. The practice provides services in both English and Spanish. Staff file insurance claims for patients covered under most commercial insurance plans and accept Medicaid. For patients without insurance coverage, the practice offers a dental discount plan as an alternative payment option. Financial arrangements include payment plans and acceptance of CareCredit financing for those who qualify. The practice maintains 672 Google reviews with a 3.6 rating. Prospective patients can schedule appointments online or by contacting any of the four Norfolk-area locations directly. Individual treatment needs and insurance benefit verification require consultation with the practice. Coverage varies by plan, and eligibility for Medicaid or discount plan participation depends on individual circumstances. Weekend availability may vary by location and should be confirmed when scheduling.

Treatments offered

Early TreatmentEarly TreatmentTraditional BracesTraditional Braces
GuidesAdult braces cost guide →Teen braces cost guide →Braces cost for kids →

Who They Treat

Spencer Dental & Braces 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. NICOLE KIM --, D.M.D., M.S.D.

NPI verified · no bio or photo on file

NPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients

Insurance accepted

22 plans listed
ADI/DentaquestAetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCareingtonCHIP (Children's Health)CignaDelta DentalDentaquest
Spencer Dental & Braces accepts Medicaid. Coverage varies by plan tier — confirm with the office before your first visit.

What patients say

Latest review 3 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Reviews frequently note staff who are patient and engaging with young children, including toddlers and kids with autism, during routine visits and procedures.
  • The practice sees an unusually high volume of young children and families managing braces for several kids at once.

Things to know

  • Many reviews describe scheduling problems, including appointments canceled without notice and waits of an hour or more once at the office.
  • Some reviews describe difficulty reaching the office for follow-up, including unreturned calls about ongoing orthodontic care or pain after a procedure.

Who it suits

  • Families with young children in treatment
  • Households managing braces for multiple kids

Orthodontic care in reviews

Reviews describing braces treatment mention that routine adjustment visits are generally satisfactory, but several also describe missed monthly follow-ups due to unreturned calls and treatment timelines stretching well beyond original estimates, including one case of three years without noticeable improvement.

Last 90 days
43 reviews
averaging 3.0★
Last 12 months
240 reviews
averaging 3.5★
Owner replies
98% of reviews
typically within 27 days
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  • 20243.4
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1★5★
Treatments patients mention
  • Braces15
What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • Friendly staff75 / 40
  • Scheduling & wait times7 / 68
  • Great with kids25 / 10
  • The dentist20 / 6
  • Gentle, comfortable care17 / 7
  • Responsiveness1 / 18
  • Clear explanations14 / 2
  • Office & technology3 / 9
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
Friendly staff7540
Scheduling & wait times768
Great with kids2510
The dentist206
Gentle, comfortable care177
Responsiveness118
Clear explanations142
Office & technology39

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Recent reviews from Google

3.6
672 reviews
Scarlet Riley
Scarlet Riley
a month ago
“

Horrible!!! I took my 8 yo daughter here to get a cap because her primary dentist doesn't have nitrous. We waited all this time, 2 courses of antibiotics to ensure she did not get an infection ,just for us to show up at 745am & be told they were out of nitrous...Apparently they ran out days before & never called to let me know. That was the whole point in going to Spencer's dental. She needed nitrous for this procedure. We stopped going years ago due to the same fill-in falling out 4 times. Very unprofessional & the office is dirty. Take your kids or yourself somewhere else!!!

Review from Google

Dominique Hines-Hatton
Dominique Hines-Hatton
a month ago
“

Not a good experience appointment was at 3:30pm, I was not seen until 5:20, this was my first dental appointment for my 19 month old son we noticed bottle rot and wanted to know next steps, the provider which we waited for, for 2 hours took 3 seconds told us he had cavities and we had to pry information from him, he said he needs a GA (we have no idea what a GA is or what that means) he then just walks away, he doesn't tell us we are done, doesn't provide anymore information, the information we did get which was he needs a GA was only given after asking several times, after he walks away, we don't know if we are done or what to do next, the other office staff then helped us saying that's all for now and we got a better explanation from the front office staff who told us this is not the usual doctor and the usual doctor is on vacation, she did apologize for the inconvenience and explained what next steps may be and helped us set up an appointment with the actual doctor when he gets back. I would like to give the next doctor a chance, but I think leaving this interim-doctor there will really slow down business if not destroy your credibility please do better in choosing interim providers

Review from Google

Erica Wright
Erica Wright
a month ago
“

I love this Dentistry. Everyone that works here is amazing and thorough! We had Steven Hanson cleaning our teeth and he was THE ABSOLUTE BEST! He had me and my daughter giggling the whole time.

Review from Google

Rhiannan Taylor
Rhiannan Taylor
2 months ago
“

They don't answer the phone, and when you are finally able to get an appointment, they will cancel it without your notice. I took the day off, because I had to be seen for toothpain- I called MORNING OF just to confirm the scheduled time, and was informed my appointment had been CANCELED. NOBODY TOLD ME. I HAD TAKEN THE DAY OFF FROM WORK. "Do you want to reschedule?" No, absolutely not. If you have a phone number, I should not have to go up there in person to talk to a human that's not from an answering service, and if something popped up that requires you to cancel my appointment, common hunan decency dictates, that you let your patients KNOW. There is no excuse for this kind of unprofessional behavior. If you have to print your appointment schedules in advance with contact information in case of emergency regarding system failure or what have you, so be it. I don't care. Absolutely ridiculous. Will actively refer people AWAY from this practice from here on out.

Review from Google

Yami Shard
Yami Shard
2 months ago
“

Terrible experience. Canceled my appointment with no notice, and I was told three different stories by three different representatives as to why. One told me I failed to confirm the appointment, one said I had two appointments at different locations, and one simply told me that the office had canceled it and they couldn't tell me why. Horrific location, and they can't even get their stories straight internally before approaching us. Will never bring my children here.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Spencer Dental & Braces offer?+
Spencer Dental & Braces offers: Early Treatment, Traditional Braces.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces accept dental insurance?+
Spencer Dental & Braces accepts ADI/Dentaquest, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Careington, CHIP (Children's Health), and others.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces offer free consultations?+
Yes, Spencer Dental & Braces offers a free initial orthodontic consultation. Call (804) 581-8769 or book online to schedule.
Is Spencer Dental & Braces accepting new patients?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is currently welcoming new patients in Norfolk, VA. Call (804) 581-8769 or book online to schedule.
Where is Spencer Dental & Braces located?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is located at 2338 E Little Creek Rd. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=5526510847178600239&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces 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 9:00 AM–2:00 PM, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Spencer Dental & Braces offer payment plans?+
Yes, Spencer Dental & Braces offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces is staffed by Dr. NICOLE KIM --.
What is the patient rating for Spencer Dental & Braces?+
Spencer Dental & Braces has a 3.6-star rating based on 672 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Spencer Dental & Braces been in practice?+
Spencer Dental & Braces has been providing orthodontic care since 2002, serving the Norfolk, VA community for over 24 years.

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2338 E Little Creek Rd
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Est. 2002
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