Ideal Dental Bulverde
Talena Meilinger, DDS:
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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: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Thursday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

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PATIENT REVIEWS

I have been going to this location for the past year to get my teeth cleaned. I have been very happy with the results and the team at ideal dental. If I have a problem with my teeth they have been able to work me in and take care of the issue right away! Everyone is very friendly and works together to help each other out which I love to see.

Very friendly and efficient staff! The hygienist and dentist explained everything, didn’t over recommend any treatment that wasn’t 100% necessary, and were able to quickly complete a couple extractions for my son during his 6 month cleaning- they didn’t make us come back, which was so convenient. Overall, we loved this Ideal Dental location, and this will be our new, family dentist! They are in-network with Cigna. Highly recommend!

I just moved here from Phoenix and needed a new Dentist. I happened to pass this place a checked out the reviews and they were excellent, so I made an appointment. I went in for my 6 month cleaning but they found two tiny cavities. They did my cleaning and filled my teeth on the same visit. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They even have a cozy blanket for you if you get cold. This place is awesome! I’m so glad I found them.

I was hesitant about using a “chain” but I love it here. The staff is so friendly. I especially want to thank those we interact with the most, Robin at the payment desk and Caroline our Dental Hygentist. I have two kids and they are so good to them during their their cleaning and then patient with them while I get my cleaning and the kids sit and wait for me. They usually get anything that they need to do done during that same appointment and I like that when they run into something that they are unsure about, they refer out to make sure I get the best treatment. I would recommend them to anyone, especially if you have children.

Great place to get your dental work done. I had an afternoon appointment and was surprised I didn’t have to wait. They were ready for me when I arrived which I really appreciated. The technology is great. They show you all your X-rays on the tv in front of you. You can watch shows while in the chair between them working on you. The staff is funny and friendly!

Ideal hires a really high caliber of dentists, assistants and reception staff.  I have been to a few dentists and Ideal surpasses them all.  Their staff is extremely well trained and knowledgeable.  It is very apparent that they spend time finding the best of the best.  I have seen 2 of the dentists in the office and both times had a cavity filled.  They were gentle, concerned and very experienced.  I was disappointed when I couldn’t get in to see the same dentist for the second filling but I had an equally good experience with both.  Ideal obviously takes a lot of pride in who they hire and what their experience is.  Great place to take care of your teeth!

Can not recommend Ideal Dental enough. I was having serious pain and ended up taking an appointment with another dental office. They gave me antibiotics and pain medicine and an estimate of $9,000. After my daughter raved about her visit here, I made an appointment for a second opinion and I’m glad I did! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, and my cost to take care of my issues was a fraction of what the other office wanted to charge. So glad I listened to my daughter!

I willfully neglected my teeth for a decade (knew better, did nothing anyway). One cleaning down, part 2 next week, and one wisdom tooth to go. I got lucky the bone loss from tartar isn’t worse, and the wisdom tooth will be out before I lose more jawbone. Fantastic service, communication and technical skill. I maintain high confidence in their competence.

Just got out of my first appointment. The office was very clean and inviting, the staff was very friendly and conversational. They listened to my past experiences (coming from another office I was unhappy with) and did their best to address my needs and offer me multiple solutions to the issues I wanted addressed. What I really appreciated was that they display the X-rays and pictures while discussing the issues they find and care options so you can see it for yourself. My past experience was a dentist who was quite rude and raising prices because my issues “got so much worse” since my last 6 month exam that the care plan tripled in cost. Very happy with Ideal Dental as of my first appointment and looking forward to taking care of my treatment plan with them. Robin, who takes care of the numbers, was also great in showing me pricing and explaining my fees verses insurance and what she thought she could do to save me even more.

I love Ideal Dental!! My Bulverde location is so so wonderful!! The entire office and staff is friendly, the office is always clean and I’m never waiting long. From teeth cleanings to wisdom teeth removal and more… I’ve been satisfied with every service provided. Thank You All!!

Great care has been taken to insure the staff and the facility are properly prepared for COVID. All proper precautions and safety measures are taken and followed. It provides for a safe and methodical visit! Appointment times are always kept, and they are more than willing to accommodate you if you arrive a little early. Staff is always courteous and super friendly! As always, thank you for a delightful visit!

By far one of the best Dentist visits I’ve had in a longtime. Dr. Sage was very gentle and awesome. Throughout my procedure he asked if I was okay. The staff is very warm and friendly. The office itself very nice and clean. I love the fact I knew what my options were, and cost was very affordable. Thank you so much Ideal Dental. I look forward to having you as my new dental home.

Great experience! Everyone was very friendly and professional. I appreciated how helpful they were with explaining my options for procedures and payment. My insurance is not the best coverage so the doctor was very helpful in getting me the most out of my visit. I would definitely recommend Ideal Dental!

This is a great dentist office. My family and I changed dentist and were so happy we chose this office. The staff are always friendly, the office is clean, and the wait time is minimum. With such a busy schedule we appreciate when companies honor our appt time and respect our time in general. The prices are fair. And I look forward to my son getting braces soon. I highly recommend this loca

Ideal was an AMAZING dental office. I found out while I was in the office that I am no longer on my mom’s insurance because I had just turned 23 a few weeks ago, and they worked with me and set up a plan for me that I could afford! They were very welcoming and cared about my experience! I loved it!

I just moved here from Phoenix and needed a new Dentist. I happened to pass this place a checked out the reviews and they were excellent, so I made an appointment. I went in for my 6 month cleaning but they found two tiny cavities. They did my cleaning and filled my teeth on the same visit. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. They even have a cozy blanket for you if you get cold. This place is awesome! I’m so glad I found them.

This is a great dentist office. My family and I changed dentist and were so happy we chose this office. The staff are always friendly, the office is clean, and the wait time is minimum. With such a busy schedule we appreciate when companies honor our appt time and respect our time in general. The prices are fair. And I look forward to my son getting braces soon. I highly recommend this loca

I was very satisfied with the care and service we received from this office. From the minute I called in to schedule an appointment to come in to the minute the procedure was done we received the best customer service and attention that we could be offered. Erica went above and beyond to make sure that all of our questions were answered and made us feel comfortable while we were there. Dr. Sage provided the best care we could have been given. He made sure to explain everything that needed to be done and provided us with more options other than just pulling out the infected tooth. We have finally found a dentist that we can be comfortable going to and assured that we will be provided with the best care possible.

The best experience I have at Ideal Dental is the professionalism and compassion they have for their patients. I started coming to this office over 3 years ago and I would not think of going anywhere else. The staff is extremely friendly and I would love for them to be recognized for the great job they do each and every time I come in for my checkup. Thanks to my dental team!

Coming to the dentist is always overwhelming. Growing up I didn’t have regular visits so I’m paying for it now, definitely worth it though. Your smile is truly important. Staff was great! From the moment I walked in the door till the minute I left. They explained everything so thoroughly. They made my daughter feel so comfortable. I’m so happy I was recommended here by my sister. I am really impressed. Thank you

Great dentist office! I had a tooth emergency and they were able to see me almost immediately.  I called at 8:30 am and they got me in at 9:40 am.  The staff was very helpful and friendly.  They did great work with my tooth and now it feels great.  I will continue to come here as long as I am in San Antonio and would recommend it to everyone!

We will see I had the Invisalign and I feel that I can’t get this right!! I’m going on my fourth refinement!! And I just got some retainers that did not fit right!! The office manager told me I have to wait till January 19 to see the only orthodontist in Fort Worth that they have!! By the time I see the orthodontist and he does the impressions add another six weeks before I get my new refinement trays. Even these trays don’t feel like they fit right digging into my gums and popping off my teeth if I push them down on one side the other side pops out.

Amazing customer service and care. My dentist explains each step of the process as she goes. She is AMAZING at what she does. I have been coming to this clinic over 8 years, since moving to San Antonio. I would not choose any other Dentist to take care of my dental needs. Excellent service with professionals who care about their patients.

Love this office. Staff is very welcoming and polite. They use some of the newer equipment that I have never seen before that seems to make certain processes (like taking teeth molds) more comfortable. Dr. Meilinger is always professional and honest with her expectations, and very detailed oriented to the different needs of each patient. I was recommended the use of retainers and she was very attentive after they arrived to make sure they were a good fit and effective for my needs. 5+ stars!!

Best, most pleasant experience I’ve ever had at a dentist. They had to fix the problem at another location I went to. Staff was amazing. Dentist was very friendly and professional. Not going to anyone else as long as I’m in San Antonio! I’m recommending them to all my friends and family

What a fantastic experience !  I was very nervous about my daughter’s first official BIG GIRL visit … but we had a great experience.  No cavities  yay!  My daughter was very comfortable with the technician and doctor Amin .. they both were amazing and very good with my three year old.  The facility was clean and they had great customer service when I called to make my appointment.  I’d highly recommend his facility.

The entire team at Ideal Dental of Bulverde were wonderful! After recently relocating from out of state, I was very anxious to start all over with another dental practice. All of my concerns were erased from the moment I called to make my initial appointment. Everyone was friendly, procedures were explained thoroughly and I left feeling my teeth were now under the best care they had ever been.

So happy to have found this team. The staff are so friendly & welcoming. They make a trip to the dentist something to look forward to instead of a dreaded encounter one must endure in order to keep your pearly whites in mint condition. I highly recommend them. My entire family had a positive experience here & we are happy to make Ideal Dental our family Dental team.

Genuinely, this place is amazing. The people have always been so sweet. I have Aetna as my insurance and they take it. Prices have always been fair. Anytime I have an issue with my teeth, I know I can call them up and they’ll take care of me. Don’t hesitate to go here yall lmao.

This experience was the best dentist experience I have ever had! Dr.Meilinger and her Asst. were non-judgmental, and so gentle. Having a front tooth extracted that was knocked loose and didn’t want to let go of the bone, made this a little tricky! I am scared of dentists and both of these women made me feel so at ease and completely comfortable. I recommend the Bulverde location and Dr. Meilinger to anyone, especially those with anxiety about the experience. Thank you so much y’all.

Everyone I’ve worked with the two times Ive been so far has been really nice and patient with my questions and have consistently been fantastic about quelling the stress I have going into these appointments. Also, today after a procedure finished, my hygienist noticed and pointed out that the work that my mouth needed was less extensive and cheaper than the initial estimate so they knocked off a bit of money from the bill, which I really appreciate. I really don’t have a lot of dental experience to compare this too but in my experience with them I’ve been really happy with how things have went. I’m looking forward to a clean and healthy mouth in these coming months

Had to get a veneer for cosmetic reasons and so far the process has been so easy! All the staff are so friendly and actually CARE about you. They worked with my budget without giving me a hard time or putting any pressure on me! Never had a dental experience this good. I can’t wait to see how my new tooth looks!!!

just came here today because of wisdom teeth pain, and the staff were very amazing and sweet(: they actually talk to you as you wait and not just leave you hanging you can watch tv also. and dr. lindsay penchan made me feel welcomed and not scared cause lets all admit talking about getting extractions is pretty scary…definately will be making this my general dentistry! LOVED IT!

I usually don’t take time to post a positive review but Ideal Dental was absolutely amazing and deserves one. From the front desk staff to the dental hygienist to the dentist himself, everyone made me feel comfortable and welcome the whole time. The building is very clean and peaceful. I absolutely hate the dentist but I won’t dread coming back to Ideal Dental!

I went to this office because they were in my network and the Orthodontist was at this office for the day. I NEEDED to have a wisdom tooth pulled. I was very nervous. The staff was very responsive to this and did their best to help calm me. I ended up having all 4 pulled. Oh. My. Goodness. I was not expecting this, but it was so quick. No pain, per say, some bits of being uncomfortable. It’s pulling teeth so for what it was I had a very good experience. Am so very greatful for the awesome staff who worked quickly so I didn’t overthink it. Great job to one and all.

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