Seven Star Dental
Maria Bustamante, DMD:
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★★★★★

DENTAL TREATMENTS OFFERED

Dental cleaning

White fillings

Crowns

Inlays & onlays

Bridges

Clear aligners

Porcelain veneers

Teeth whitening

Dentures & partials

Root canal treatment

Tooth extraction

TMJ treatment

Dental implants

CLEAR ALIGNER SERVICES

OFFICE HOURS

Monday: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Tuesday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm

Friday: 7:00 am to 1:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

Unbelievable attention and care, words cannot express the level of professionalism along with friendly and knowledgeable staff who make you feel super comfortable. I honestly have always wished for a dentist who could talk to me about options other than just the regular in and out bi-annual cleaning. I cannot wait for my next cleaning, teeth whitening and restylane cosmetic procedures. The equipment, facility and staff are all top of the line. I will be recommending this practice to total strangers and of course, friends and family. Dr. Maria Bustamante and staff have totally nailed it. Super impressed.

I used to hate the dentist and going to this place for the past few years has truly made me love the dentist! I look forward to maintaining my dental health and going to every check up. The team is SO warm and welcoming, they explain every step, they care about you as a human and I have nothing but great things to say about Dr Bustamante and the team!!! Service is top notch!

I’m always so amazed by this group of incredible women behind Seven Star Dental. They are always on top of every detail whether is trying to get you treated ASAP for an urgent matter, or trying to help you plan a future treatment and dealing with insurance. They are definitely great and I can always trust Dr Bustamante and her “magic” hand! I seriously don’t trust anyone else for my dental care.

The average person would rather be audited daily by the IRS or speak in front of a crowd before going to the dentist. Seven Star Dental understands this and overcomes dental phobia by providing excellent customer service and highly skilled dental hygienists and support staff. Oh, and the Yelp checkin offer doesn’t hurt either. I have had my teeth cleaned here twice and both visits have been excellent. The email reminder confirmations make sure I arrive on time. The front desk staff are helpful and patient with many questions about insurance coverage and other miscellaneous items. The hygienists are friendly and highly skilled at cleaning even the most difficult teeth. Their equipment is state of the art as well. Oh, and did I mention that upon sitting in the dental chair the hygienist hands you a remote to the Roku to control the Pandora radio station playing in the room. Whaaat?! This most recent visit I waited for less than 2 minutes before I was whisked away for my cleaning. I didn’t even have time to check in on the Yelp app or check social media. Ha! I wish doctors offices and DMVs would be that efficient. When leaving, one is handed a goodie bag with several useful items and is a nice branded way for SSD to give you something to remind you about their excellent business. I’ll be back 🙂 P.S. Hate parking downtown? They validate in the next door garage. No excuses, now go get flossing!

Dr. Bustamante and her whole team are wonderful – super kind and really knowledgeable. I appreciate that they explained everything about my treatment plan along the way and I felt as a new patient that I was in great hands. I’ve been lucky to have a lot of really good experiences at past dental offices and still Seven Star Dental has been the best!

This place got it’s name from one of two things: 1) It is on 7th street, so naturally it makes sense to have “seven” in the name 2) It is so great that you will want to give it 7 out of 5 stars on Yelp (seriously though, you will… When I read everyone’s perfect reviews before my appointment I thought they might be high from laughing gas – how can you have a 5 star experience at a dentist? I’ll explain below) Nobody really enjoys the dentist (if you do, please message me, I’d love to pick your brain), but I hate the dentist more than most due to my general anxiety coupled with some bad dental experiences. I’m not a morning person either and my appointment was at 7:30AM, so I really didn’t have high hopes for this dentist visit. I will walk you through my experience. When I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised by how clean/new/modern the office was. I have been going to my family dentist in Toledo for years and now I am 150% sure all of their equipment/furniture has been there way before I was born. Since I was a new patient, I had some paperwork to fill out. Spoiler alert- no paper involved, we use iPads. I’m into it. I only waited a few minutes and then my hygienist took me back to a room to talk to me about my paperwork/dental anxiety/and just to learn more about me since I was a new patient. This is a good tactic since I love talking about myself (most people do). They took some X rays and then I was walked to my room. I was surprised to see a TV and a remote and was told they had netflix/hulu/pandora and could pick whatever I wanted. She took some more X rays and then started to clean my teeth. Afterwards, she took pictures and went over my X rays/pics with me on the TV in front of me. Did I mention the whole time my cleaning took place my chair was massaging me?! She was very thorough and then went and got Maria who runs the practice. She was so genuine, not in a rush, and went over everything with me as well. As I suspected, I need fillings, but she assured me that I could have headphones/watch something and that she would be very mindful of my anxiety. Before I left, my hygienist asked me if I wanted fluoride. Worst case with no insurance it’s $29 so I went for it. I think with my insurance it might have been $20? They paint it on very quick and I left it on my teeth all day. You can eat/drink right after as well. I would recommend this treatment if you are scared to get more cavities and hate those awkward fluoride trays we got as kids. On the way out, the receptionist went over my filling plan and I got my first appointment within a few weeks. This is my new dentist hands down and it should probably be yours also even if you don’t work downtown – they validate parking. *I know this review is long, but if you are anything like me, you want your dental experience to be the best possible. Just wanted yelpers to know the deal*

This has got to be the best dentist’s office in the world. I was never a keep-up-with-the-oral-hygiene type, but I’d always gone to the dentist, like, consistently, but the minimum amount necessary. It never felt like there was much point. Like, you go, you maybe have a cavity, they fill it later, we all move on, you go back when you absolutely have to. This is the first time I’ve ever gone to the dentist and they were like, ok, we’re going to take a full look at every part of your mouth, starting from square one as if no one had ever tended to it before, and then we’re going to tell you what kind of shape you’re in, tell you what problems you have, and give you a road map from where you are to where you need to be to have as healthy a mouth as you can. So they do that – a bunch of x-rays (included in the cost of the initial consult, if I recall correctly), go over all your teeth and all the improvements that could be made. They develop a treatment plan proposal, including ACCURATE quotes for (1) total cost, (2) amount covered by your actual insurance, (3) total out-of-pocket cost for each service, each appointment, and the full course of treatment. They discovered what I’d already suspected – I’d had some crappy dental work (mainly cheap, poorly fitted fillings) on a number of molars. They were all coming loose and the whole thing was a mess. Not surprising – like I said, I’d never gone to any dentist that had given me any real confidence they had a plan, and so I just didn’t go to the dentist much. The dentists I went to were cheap. So they laid out a plan for the course of like 18 months (scheduled around my insurance limits to minimize my out-of-pocket expenses) and we got started. I just had four teeth basically gutted and re-filled today, and this is the first time in years that these teeth have felt normal, like as if they’re as useful, healthy and reliable as the teeth that had never had cavities. Next steps will be caps, a thorough cleaning and stain removal (lotta plaque, lotta coffee and red wine, not much flossing) and a cancer screening (I smoke cigars). Even if this practice weren’t orders of magnitude better than any other I’d ever been to (and it is) this would still be the best dental practice I’ve ever seen. First of all, their facilities are IMMACULATE – this is the cleanest office of any kind I have ever seen. Second, their prices are eminently reasonable, despite this whole thing being like some sort of luxury spa-like setting. Third, everybody there is just noticeably friendly and nice, without being ingratiating. After my first appointment, they all remembered me and called me by my first name. They offer you cookies, water, soft drinks, juice, coffee or tea at your leisure in their waiting room. All of their consultation rooms have a Roku, so you can watch Netflix or Hulu or ESPN or just listen to Pandora while you’re having your work done. They humored me while I put on a whole set of Guns ‘n’ Roses while I got my rebuilds done. They bake homemade cookies IN THE OFFICE. That’s a REAL thing they do. Their bathroom looks like it belongs in a luxury hotel. They have the most interesting sink I’ve ever used. And I’ll be honest – and here I will stop to re-emphasize that every member of the staff exudes competence and professionalism, and that the biggest, first, and last impression anyone in that office will get from these people is that they’re clearly on top of everything, very skilled and thorough and great at what they do. BUT – that being said – I would remiss if I didn’t note that it doesn’t hurt at all that pretty much every single employee there is young, female, and gorgeous. Some of their patient counselors and hygienists look like they ought to be making their living modeling instead of rooting around inside my mouth and being like over-the-top nice to me. It’s crazy. My wife recommended I go to this place or UC Dental (we’re new to Cincy). I called UC dental thinking Seven Star was probably a little more expensive than necessary. I got a voicemail there informing me that they couldn’t come to the phone (this was like 2:30 on a WEDNESDAY) but if I left a message, they would – and I am not making this up – “try” to call me back “in about three business days.” Imagine my level of faith that they’d follow up, have an appointment, or even take the time to do a good job. Maybe they would’ve. But I gave this place a shot instead. My wife had said, amused, “someone on Yelp actually called this place a ‘life-changing experience.'” So, of course, when I got out of my first consult, wifey asked “so, was it a LIFE-CHANGING experience?” tongue-in-cheek. I was like, “You know what? As crazy as this sounds, it kind of was.” Because now I feel like my dentists know exactly what they’re doing, will do every job right, have a big-picture plan. So, now I’m going to go to the dentist regularly and take care of my teeth – and you know what? That kind of DOES change your life a little.

Dr. Bustamante and her staff are wonderful! I have been a patient for 3+ years and always have a great experience every time I go. The office is extremely clean and modern, conveniently located downtown, and they offer free parking in the garage next door (with a parking validation slip that they can give you at the end of your appointment). Any time I’ve had to have a procedure such as a filling, they always go over the cost breakdown with me before the appointment and are very transparent and flexible in this regard. They are also very thorough and take the time to answer any questions I may have. I have a bit of anxiety about dental procedures as many people do, but Dr. Bustamante always puts me at ease. She and the whole staff are very friendly, kind and really take the time to get to know their patients. I cannot recommend them enough!

Maria and Dr. Bustamante have always been amazing. After being a long time patient I am always greeted with the most professional services and smiles. This is a hidden gem of a office tucked away under the Macy’s building, not just offering beautiful smiles but an amazing updated prescience. Ask Lissette if you have any questions or concerns.

Amazing! After years of searching for a new dentist I finally found one. The office is top notch. Staff is incredibly helpful and thorough. Appointment scheduling is simple, text message reminders to your phone, and emails directly to your internet machine…wha wha whaat? I didn’t even get the “do you floss everyday guilt trip!” There are even TV’s to watch while you have work done. What else is there to say? Highly recommend. One of the best!

Went in for my first visit to Seven Star – was very impressed with the process of welcoming a new patient into their business and making me feel comfortable. Right away, the hygienist walked me through a tour of the facility as well as ask some qualifying questions to understand my dental concerns and questions. Also the first time I’ve had the dentist do my cleaning! I felt comfortable enough around their team to ask about additional cosmetic treatments – which I’ve already scheduled my whitening. While they had purpose in their customer service, it was still nice to have the time set aside for talking about my teeth instead of the typical “yep, looks good, see you in 6 months.” you get from most places!

Seven Star makes me feel confident going into my appointments. I feel like I’ve finally found a dentists office that’s in 21st century; I have yet to find another office that gives me sunglasses to wear during a cleaning, and lets me choose my own pandora playlist to listen to during my appointment. But those are just extra perks, what I really appreciate about Seven Star is their dedication to using new technology (like 3d printing), their detail-oriented work ethic, and their consideration of their patients. In terms of COVID-19, I felt completely safe during my dental cleaning. All hygienists and doctors were wearing full PPE, and appointments were held in cleaned, closed rooms. Hand sanitizer was available at multiple points, and all visitors waited outside with masks on.

What a GREAT experience!  After several co workers of mine raved about this dental office, I decided I had to give it a try – I am mean who honestly can rave about the dentist?  Well, much to my surprise this place was amazing.  First, it’s clean and well kept.  You are welcomed with enthusiasm and immediately given a tour of the office.  Then, you sit down in a conference room where you talk to one of the girls simpy about who you are, where you’re from, and what is bringing into the office, whether it be a check -up, cleaning, cosmetic, or if something is bothering you.  Then you go on with your appointment – Dara was my hygenist and she was a doll and GENTLE.  After that they take you into a private room to talk about billing and maps out what insurance will pay and what you will pay.  Overall, it was a fantastic experience.  I will be a returning patient, for sure.

Seven Star Dental is truly a fantastic dental office. Everyone takes time to understand your needs and wants, explain procedures, and financial responsibility. All staff members were extremely kind, and made sure that I was comfortable throughout my entire appointment. They were honest about expectations, and offered an entire treatment plan that would transform my smile to what I want it to look like. The office is immaculate, there are swivel televisions in the room, parking is free, and location is perfect. I highly recommend this dental office.

Last went to 7 star dental in November of last year (will be going again this spring for cleaning) and had a cavity filled and a great cleaning. It’s a great office with a great Dr. and a really good support staff. The communicate great with the patient, are clear and open about the problems they find and are pro-active in dealing with insurance and billing. I can say that with this last cleaning I have had very little build-up on my teeth which was very different with the last two clinics I have visited. I attribute this to getting a thorough and complete cleaning by the DENTIST or a VERY highly trained and capable hygenist. This dental clinic is a jewel in the rough compared to the two other clinics I have been to in the Cincinnati area. Both my wife and I are professionals (D.V.M. and Ph.D. who work in businesses with service-based requirements) and I can say with authority that this clinic excels at addressing the needs of their patients. -update–Went again this spring (2015) and if I could increase my rating, I would. Absolutely enjoyable experience and my teeth were better than they had been in years between cleanings.

Being a college student in Cincinnati who is originally from Cleveland, I was nervous to try to find a dentist down here to start visiting. A google search lead me to Seven Star Dental and I nervously scheduled my appointment, not knowing what to expect despite the rave reviews. Well, the reviews certainly do not lie! Never in my life have I left a dentist’s office smiling and in a great mood until I came here. This is hands down the nicest dentist office I have ever been to in terms of both the people and the environment. The second I walked in the door, I was given a warm greeting by the woman at the front desk and immediately felt at ease. Every single employee I came in contact with in this office was genuine, caring, helpful, and extremely knowledgable. They were also all very patient with the millions of questions I asked (being a confused and apprehensive 20 year old without parental guidance) and made me feel completely comfortable about the decisions I was making regarding the care of my teeth and all of the care they provided. Also, all of the cleaning and procedures I had done were cheaper and covered by insurance more than my dentist at home (bonus!). I would absolutely recommend Seven Star Dental to anyone I meet and am excited to continue my dental care here!

Wonderful experience during my first visit to Seven Star Dental. Very efficient and prompt service. A great team effort. Everyone was accountable to ensure my visit was perfect. It happened to be my birthday. After my thorough Consultation I received a gift bag. Inside a gorgeous card, Scone and a gift card from Kidd Coffee. The best surprise was the Plan to do my Dental work. Very detailed and exciting. Looking forward to my next visit. Don’t Miss! Priscilla Oehlschlaeger

What a amazing experience I Desi have never met a friendlier staff then I did here. Dr Maria, and also here wonderful amazing staff were very professional, caring, and explain to me everything they were doing then explain the terms wonderful people 10 ⭐ all day I can go on about this place Thank you ladies be seeing u again. God Bless you all

The staff is incredibly nice and welcoming. They go above and beyond to give the best service possible. They take the time to listen to your needs and figure out what would work best for you. They’re professional and personable with great prices. I recommend anyone who is looking for a new dentist to come here!

Love Dr. Bustamante! I have been going here for almost 2 years now and loved seeing Dr. B every time. I waited to write the review because I wanted to make sure my visits at Seven Star Dental are consistent, because changing a dentist is a big deal! Dr. B made me feel right at home every time I go to see her and she was very honest with my dental progress and what she sees. I have had a sneaky suspicion that I grind my teeth at night and after a couple visits with Dr. B, she added that that’s what her concern as well and recommended me to get a bite guard. My previous dentists had also recommended me for bite guard, but I have been putting it off because what they quoted me were astronomical (from 2 different dentists; also, whatever they recommended was not covered by insurance either). When Dr. B suggested bite guard, I was expecting the same-ish number, but decided that I was gonna get it anyway since I could physically feel my teeth and gum issue deteriorating. To my surprise, her quote was actually 1/4 of what the other dentists quoted me (and whatever she quoted was covered by insurance), so my out of pocket cost actually ended up being 1/10 of what the other places quoted me! Dr. B also has a very good memory and remembers everything I told her. She made me feel like she really does try to get to know me and I really appreciate that. I would highly recommend Dr. Bustamante if you want a dentist who is caring and honest.

I would love to express my appreciation for my experience at Dr. Bustamente’s clinic. I’m a dentist & I have been going to different dentists through out the years & I haven’t been to one that is as thorough as Dr. Bustamente. Her examinations are very thorough & uses high tech. She’s patient, gentle, smart, fast & really cares about patient comfort. The clinic is so so neat & the team is just wonderful. BEST DENTAL CLINIC EVER.

Dr. Bustamante and her team always provide excellent service! I’ve been going to her practice for over five years and have never had a bad experience. Her office is clean and state of the art. Her hygienists are friendly and handle my teeth and mouth with care. They are operating under extreme caution amid news COVID protocols and I feel as safe as ever! Definitely recommend!

Dr. Bustamante did an excellent job with showing me what my teeth and gums needed to bring them up to par as much as possible. Other dentists have said some of what she said, but none of them gave the complete and full story about gum disease, that a deep cleaning was needed instead of the general bi-annual cleaning. I had my deep cleaning today and I could tell that they were really deeply cleaned down below the gum line. I have my next appointment next week for a crown and then we start the task of replacing my decades old mercury fillings. All this is an effort to keep my teeth for a very long time. She is very thorough, detailed and directly on point. She’s located downtown on 7th next to Skyline and she is excellent. She came as a referral from a co-worker and she did not disappoint!! I am not easily satisfied when it comes to dentists and my teeth, but she is a true professional and I would highly recommend her.

Never in my life have I been as comfortable, welcome, and catered to in any dental office or medical office for that matter. Scheduling was a breeze and I received several reminders via text about my appointment. Walking in the door, I was immediately greeted by EVERYONE behind the desk including a hand shake. I was offered water or coffee to warm up. While waiting (very short wait), several people checked up on me. When I was taken back, the assistant have me a tour and sat me down to get to know me and go over my medical history. Everyone bent over backwards to make me feel comfortable and help me understand every step. The exam rooms are clean and top of the line with a TV where you can choose Netflix or music to stream. I have severe medical phobias and I was completely at ease. Incredible place.

What a fabulous experience I had with the Seven Star Dental Group! Everyone is so kind and helpful. The office is modern and beautiful. They take the time to get to know you and make sure you’re comfortable while getting your teeth cleaned. My hygienist, Dara, was excellent! She made sure my teeth were cleaned well. Added bonus is that I got to watch some Netflix and listen to music to help make the experience that much better! I can’t wait to go back!!!

Before coming here I had never been completely happy with my dental care even though I’ve gotten pretty close in the past. Even after the initial visit and consultation, I feel like my concerns have not only been heard but there is actually a plan in place of how each and every one will be addressed in combination with top of the line oral health care. I’m getting the smile I’ve always wanted and I have Seven star Dental to thank for that!

I cannot say enough about the professionalism and high quality dental services I received at Seven Star Dental. I loved that during my first consultation visit, they did a thorough review of my oral health, developed a step-by-step plan to address concerns, and worked with me to prioritize treatments as my insurance would only cover a portion of the total work that they recommended. Dr. Bustamante is fantastic, compassionate, and clearly an excellent dentist; over the past year, she has helped me with a root canal (totally painless!), two porcelain crowns (love that they can make them in office), and replaced an old filling that came out. The staff (from dental assistants, oral hygienist, and front desk/ support) are likewise some of the most caring, friendly, and professional I’ve come across in my many years of visiting dentists. I love the option to watch Netflix or listen to music while you are getting a procedure done (each room has a Roku TV), and their facilities and equipment are super high-tech, quiet, and spotless/ clean. They validate parking if you park in the garage next door (Macy’s). Also, they offer free water and snacks in the waiting area, as well as a bag of complementary goodies (floss, toothbrush, mouthwash, etc) after your teeth cleanings. If I wasn’t moving out of the area, I would continue coming back to Seven Star Dental for all of my oral health needs for many years to come!

I went into seven star dental because I had been involved in a major accident and had under gone three surgeries and was missing my front left big tooth. The staff was very welcoming and very nice. They are the most organized practice I have ever been to all the way down to how much its going to cost you, so there are no surprises. After a year of not having my smile nor my tooth, today they surprised me and I got a tooth. I can’t thank them enough for giving me my smile and confidence back. Thank you

Dr. Bustamante and her staff are truly one-of-a-kind! The personalized experience that you will get at Seven Star is truly amazing. I have never liked going to the dentist (who does?)…but Seven Star has changed my outlook! In addition to top notch dental work, you’ll be impressed with the little things, like them having your personalized music preferences playing when you arrive! If Google would allow more than 5 stars, I’d give them 7!!

My appointments at Seven Star Dental have always been a pleasant experience. I used to hate going to the dentist but I enjoy going here every time! Dr. Bustamante and her staff are top notch, highly qualified and extremely professional. They have fit me in for last minute emergency appointments without a hitch and gone above and beyond to work with my insurance provider and refer me to only the best professionals if necessary! Highly recommend!

I normally loathe the dentist. It gives me such anxiety, you’re stuck in a chair for an hour hearing nothing but your teeth being scraped at and drilled into while awkwardly staring at your dentists face. But this dental experience was so far from the norm, everyone was so nice and hospitable, even the decor wasn’t the usual stale and stuffy environment that you see at normal dental offices. I sat getting my cavity filled and watched Netflix the entire time, it completely took me away from the dreaded drilling and I actually at one point compared it to a spa for me teeth to my friends. I completely recommend this place for anyone, especially those who avoid the dentist. The staff is fantastic and it just adds to an already great experience. Oh, and the complimentary coffee and pastries were definitely a nice touch too. 😉

Absolutely the best practice in Cincinnati. First to make you feel more comfortable you can watch Netflix, listen to Pandora, anything you want on the roku. I was also offered heated massage seats and chapstick before my cleaning. I have had filings done and Dr. Bustemante is very nice and has a calming presence, I am always a little nervous when I go to the dentist.

Dr. Bustamente and her team are hands-down the best dental team I’ve experienced. From scheduling, to procedures & billing, Sever Star Dental makes the experience as easy as possible. Dr. Bustamente always greets her clients with a warm smile and ask questions that show she cares about her clients personally and professionally. I highly recommend her and her team, especially for those who live and work in the downtown area. They are very accommodating with scheduling!

I have severe dental anxiety. I also have really bad teeth and those two things don’t mix well together. Dr Bustamante worked with me on my anxiety and I was able to get multiple crowns and fillings done. She and her staff always remember that I am a nervous patient and they go out of their way to make me feel better and they never get annoyed about it! I can’t say the same for all dentists. I’ve actually been asked to leave a couple of dentist offices in the past because they didn’t want to deal with my anxiety. Also Dr Bustamante’s office is beautiful and high tech. Everything is new and the latest technology.

This is the best dentist that I have been to in my whole adult life.  I’m not a fan of the dentist, I have been to some really bad one, but Seven Star was awesome. If I could give Seven Star Dental a 20 for ratings I would. They made me feel extremely comfortable, they talked me through everything and made sure that I understood my treatment, and was will to work with me financially as well. I have never been so excited to go back to the dentist in my whole life. I’m so glad that I choose this office and that they are helping me get my oral health in order.

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