Patient Testimonials

Dr. Rydel and her team are amazing! While going to the dentist is one of my least favorite things to do, the team at A Summer Smile goes above and beyond to change that view. They take the time to explain what they are doing and to ensure you are comfortable. Great People! Great Conversations!

- Steven Fuller

Wonderful staff, excellent experience!

- Jason Thorpe

I have been a patient of Dr. Rydel for over ten years and I would not consider going to see anyone else for my dental care. The team at A Summer Smile is so nice and seem happy to be there doing the work they do. If you are looking for a new dentist this is the place to try.

- Billy Crist

- Houman Lahiji

I’m writing this review to warn future patients before they end up in the same situation I did. To be clear, this dental office as a whole does not currently reflect the issues I experienced. What follows is based on my personal encounter with a previous dentist who used to work here. I came in for a routine check-up and was quickly told I needed multiple fillings — including for teeth that showed no symptoms, no visible holes, and no pain. One tooth in particular “caught slightly,” but instead of offering conservative options like watch-and-wait or remineralization, the dentist went straight to drilling. Later, a more evidence-based and prevention-focused dentist confirmed that this tooth could have been monitored or treated non-invasively. There was no real discussion, no imaging shown to me, and significant pressure to proceed. In hindsight, this approach felt outdated, aggressive, and profit-driven — the kind of dentistry that prioritizes billing over preserving natural tooth structure. It’s important to note: the dentist responsible for this experience no longer works here and is now employed elsewhere. I cannot say this reflects the current team. In fact, Dr. Summer Rydel and the hygienists/dental assistants here are outstanding — warm, professional, and ethical. They should not be met with any skepticism, and I appreciate their work deeply. I’m leaving a 4-star review, not to harm the clinic’s reputation, but to bring constructive attention to the experience I had — an experience that happened under this roof, even if not by its current providers. Dentistry should be about preserving natural teeth, not rushing to invasive treatment. If you value honest, prevention-first care, make sure to ask questions, explore all options, and never assume that a white coat guarantees integrity.

- Ibrahim Madni