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Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger

Oceanfront Dentistry is a general dental practice in Virginia Beach offering multiple services including orthodontics, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and preventive care.

501 21st St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
4.9(63 reviews)
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About Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger

Same-day in-office crown milling means a finished crown in about an hour, with no temporary while you wait.

Oceanfront Dentistry is a general dental practice that also offers Invisalign, though most reviews focus on routine and restorative dental care. Reviews frequently mention in-house crown milling that lets patients leave with a finished crown the same day rather than returning for a permanent one. Many reviews describe Drs. Heffelfinger and White as unhurried and communicative, checking in with patients during procedures and catching problems early enough to avoid extra numbing or drilling. A recurring theme among nervous patients is a calming, reassuring approach, such as counting down before pausing a procedure.

Summary of 58 patient reviews, February 2013–September 2026, updated September 2026

Oceanfront Dentistry is a general dental practice in Virginia Beach offering multiple services including orthodontics, implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and preventive care.

The practice serves families of all ages with a focus on patient comfort and modern dental technology.

Treatments offered

InvisalignInvisalign
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Who They Treat

Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger 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. Trey White

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Lead OrthodontistAccepting New Patients
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Dr. Michael Heffelfinger, D.D.S.

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NPI VERIFIEDAccepting New Patients20 yrs experience

Insurance accepted

1 plan listed
Aetna
We work with most dental insurers. We will submit your claim forms and answer questions. Patients are responsible for their total obligation should insurance benefits result in less coverage than anticipated. Payment of estimated portion is requested at each visit.

What patients say

Latest review 8 weeks ago

What patients praise

  • Same-day crown milling lets patients get a permanent crown finished in about an hour instead of waiting on a temporary.
  • Reviews describe Dr. Heffelfinger and Dr. White explaining each step before starting and checking in throughout treatment.
  • Anxious patients mention a calming, upbeat manner, including counting down before stopping a procedure for reassurance.

Things to know

  • A few reviews mention scheduling difficulties, including long waits to reschedule and limited office hours.

Who it suits

  • Patients transferring mid-treatment from another dentist
  • Anxious or nervous patients
  • Adults seeking restorative dental work

Doctors patients mention

  • Dr. Michael Heffelfinger · 19 reviews
  • Dr. Trey White · 12 reviews

Orthodontic care in reviews

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

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Star ratings
  • 5★67
  • 4★0
  • 3★1
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Average rating by year
  • 20135.0
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What patients talk about
PraiseCriticism
  • The dentist20
  • Friendly staff13 / 1
  • Gentle, comfortable care10
  • Scheduling & wait times7 / 2
  • Clear explanations7
  • Responsiveness5 / 1
  • Great with kids4
  • Cost, insurance & financing3 / 1
What patients talk about
ThemePraiseCriticism
The dentist200
Friendly staff131
Gentle, comfortable care100
Scheduling & wait times72
Clear explanations70
Responsiveness51
Great with kids40
Cost, insurance & financing31

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Recent reviews from Google

4.9
63 reviews
gaile lipp
gaile lipp
2 weeks ago
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They are the nicest people. Took me right away and set me up to get fixed

Review from Google

Jan Marie
Jan Marie
2 months ago
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Dr Heff and is staff are more than 5 stars!! Best dentist in Virginia Beach!! Professional, kind, caring, listens to patients needs. Hygienist Angue is great too. All staff are above 5 stars!!

Review from Google

Joyce Graber
Joyce Graber
4 months ago
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Very accessible and the staff are friendly and well informed. Needed an urgent appointment and was seen the same day. Definitely would recommend

Review from Google

Maren Valerio
Maren Valerio
5 months ago
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Morgan is the best hygienist! She’s easy to talk to and answer questions when you’re in there and is very gentle! Thank you, Morgan

Review from Google

Jardel Alarcon
Jardel Alarcon
5 months ago
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I had a very frustrating and confusing experience at Oceanfront Dentistry. I went in for what was supposed to be a routine cleaning, but was told they refused to provide a regular cleaning because I allegedly needed a “deep laser cleaning” that would cost around $500. They claimed that performing a normal cleaning instead would somehow be considered insurance fraud, which felt very misleading and didn’t make much sense. The whole situation felt like a push toward an expensive procedure that I wasn’t confident I actually needed. Wanting a second opinion, I visited RB Comprehensive Dentistry — and the difference was night and day. Dr. Ellorin and Stephanie were outstanding, extremely professional, and transparent. After a thorough exam, they confirmed that the costly $500 deep cleaning was completely unnecessary, and I received a normal cleaning without any issues. I left feeling relieved but also disappointed by my initial experience. I would strongly recommend being cautious and getting a second opinion if you are told you need expensive treatments right away. Save yourself the stress and consider going to RB Comprehensive Dentistry on Laskin Rd — you won’t regret it.

Review from Google

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Questions about this practice

What orthodontic treatments does Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger offer?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger offers: Invisalign.
Does Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger accept dental insurance?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger accepts Aetna.
Is Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger accepting new patients?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger is currently welcoming new patients in Virginia Beach, VA. Call (757) 428-6656 to schedule.
Where is Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger located?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger is located at 501 21st St. Get directions: https://maps.google.com/?cid=5251651713437642522&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA
What are the office hours for Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger 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–12:00 PM, Sat Closed–Closed, Sun Closed–Closed.
Does Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger offer payment plans?+
Yes, Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger offers flexible payment plans to make orthodontic treatment affordable.
Who are the orthodontists at Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger is staffed by Dr. Trey White, Dr. Michael Heffelfinger.
What is the patient rating for Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger has a 4.9-star rating based on 63 patient reviews on Google.
How long has Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger been in practice?+
Oceanfront Dentistry - Drs. White & Heffelfinger has been providing orthodontic care since 1998, serving the Virginia Beach, VA community for over 28 years.

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Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fri8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
SatClosed
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