Dr. Maria Alvarez, DDS

Dr. Maria Alvarez, DDS

Dentist
999.5 mi · 101 Westward Drive, Miami Springs, FL 33166

At a glance

4.39 stars (90 reviews)
88% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 99+ insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Emblem Health, more+ ·
Works at Dental Group of South Florida
2 office locations
Speaks English and Spanish
4.39
90 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
4.0

Recent reviews

Everyone in the office was really nice and helpful. They explained everything they were doing before doing it and while they were doing it to make you comfortable. Awesome bedside manners. I would recommend her to everyone.
Verified patient
Staff was very helpful and couteous. The Dr performed the necessay procedures in a efficient and professional manner. I look forward to my next visit.
Verified patient

Office locations

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Dental Group of South Florida
999.5 mi · 101 Westward Drive, Miami Springs, FL, 33166
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Dental Group of South Florida
11373 SW 211 St, Ste 10, Miami, FL, 33189

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental
Guardian
Metlife
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Delta Dental

Popular visit reasons

Botox Treatment
Bridge
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Dental Cleaning
Dental Consultation
New Patient Dental Exam (Adult)
Retainer Checkup
Root Canal
Botox Treatment
Bridge
Clear Aligners / Invisalign Consultation
Dental Cleaning

More about Dr. Maria Alvarez, DDS

Dr. Maria J. Alvarez has been practicing dentistry in South Florida since 1998. She earned her Doctoral Degree on Stomatology from Havana University, Cuba in 1992. After several years of study she graduated from New York University College of Dentistry as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. Her commitment to service has benefited thousands of patients in the South Florida Community. Since she started serving in the USA, Dr. Alvarez has pursued hundreds of hours of continuing dental education in practically every field of dentistry, including Endodontics, Peridodontics, Implants, Prosthetics, Operatory and Cosmetics. She also was selected as one of America's Top Dentist during 2008. Training and certifications include: -Doctor on Stomatology, Havana University. -Specialty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Havana University. -Doctor for Dental Surgery, New York University, College of Dentistry (NYU). -Licensed by State Board of Florida as Doctor for Dental Surgery. -Licensed by North East Regional Board Dentist (NE RB) as Doctor for Dental Surgery. -Camlong Biotechnologies-Dental Implant Training -Fundamentals of Rotary Endodontics PT Course. -Cosmetic Dentistry Courses. -Invisaling (anterior product) Certification. -Trained in Dental Digital and Conventional Radiology. -Completed courses of Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen Analgesia Integrated with Oral Sedation, Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine. -Nitrous Oxide Application Training (NYU) -Completed the State Board of Florida Clinics of Dental Hygiene. -Trained in Core Disaster Life Support (CDLS). -Care of medically complex patient experience training. -Dentistry for aging population. -Tobacco Cessation Counseling (DART PROJECT). -Clinical Nutrition Counseling. -CPR Certificate.

Education & experience

Education

Dental School - New York University, Doctor of Dental Surgery
Universidad de la Habana (Stomatology)
Universidad de la Habana (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)

Practice

Dental Group of South Florida

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

NPI number

#1124165303

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.39
Wait time
3.97
Bedside manner
4.61
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La Dra Carbonero que me atendió fue muy amable y profesional. Aún no he tenido el gusto de conocer a la Dra Alvarez...
Did not receive cleaning. Just received x rays and was right away told about what services I needed to pay for
It was very professional,friendly,corteous staff,gave patient time to voice concerns and very competent.
Verified patient
I love this place. I was so scare but they help me big time and payment plans like in no other place
Verified patient
Everyone was very nice, gave my 17 year old the attention he needed and addressed all my concerns.
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It was good , i was able to leave with a plan to be able to take care of my dental higyene.
Verified patient
I will recommend her to everyone! She is very detail when explaining. No complaints!!
Verified patient
tried to sell me things I did not need nor want as was confirmed by second opinion
Fueron muy antentos y sobre todo muy profesionales ,quedamos muy complacidos
Verified patient
Wasn't possible because not covered by my plan unfortunatly
Verified patient
The doctor and staff were very nice. Highly recommended.
Don't even bother
Verified patient
Everyone in the office was really nice and helpful. They explained everything they were doing before doing it and while they were doing it to make you comfortable. Awesome bedside manners. I would recommend her to everyone.
Verified patient
Great service
Verified patient
Staff was very helpful and couteous. The Dr performed the necessay procedures in a efficient and professional manner. I look forward to my next visit.
Verified patient
The staff was friendly and the service was sufficient. The equipment used seemed to be outdated to other places I've gone to where I used to live. At the end of the treatment I was advised to get my wisdom teeth out. However, they aggressively pursued having me start payments on that and a whitening that I was not interested in. Overall, it was an alright experience.
Excellent !!
Verified patient
Absolutely ridiculous, went in for a simple filling now they’re telling me after they messed up my filling they’re telling me I’ll need a root canal. Worse place ever
The staff was extremely friendly and informative. Even though I arrived 15 mins late, I didn't wait more than 5 mins to see the assistant.
Verified patient
I suppose, it gets the job done. I had to wait about 40 mins after my appointment time. It seems as if they forgot I was there after checking in. I didn't want to be rude,but after a 30 minute wait. I finally asked if they were ready, they called my name immediately after. It seems like they just forgot I was there. ... The cleaning took only 20 mins. They wait was longer then the actual cleaning. The cleaning felt fast and rushed, very simple! Lastly, I was told I now needed braces, although I have been there several tims in the last year and gotten a lot of work done; no one ever mentioned braces before until now. Maybe my teeth made a drastic change or it felt like i was just being talked into booking again.
Verified patient
The waiting area is to small. They book more patients than they can handle. My waiting period was more than two hours. I was unable to get the treatment that I went there for and was giving another appointment date to have it done due to Maria Alvarez being so busy. OB
Son muy servidores excelentes personas
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PROFESSIONAL AND WELCOMING
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Buena
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Very profetional
Verified patient
I have gone without a dentist for several years either because of distance of office from my home/work to bedside manner. I was a little leery when I happened upon the building where the office was held. Once I walked in although small received a state of the art experience from the front desk to the DDS herself. Of course prices are comprable, but off the charts as with all dental work. However, they provide you with payment options to assist with the burden. Thinking about making this my official dental office.
Unless, a person is prepared to waste several hours for a procedure that should not take more than 20 minutes, I would not recommend the place to anyone. Very disorganized and slow. The dentist's bedside manner was acceptable.
The personnel is very kind and professional. We were properly assisted and informed in detail about our options. We are really pleased with the service.
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Very professional
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Spectacular!!
Verified patient
Dr. Alvarez is very professional, knowledgeable and personable and shows great concern for her patients. She took the time to explain to me everything I needed to know about my dental work. The office staff were also very friendly and considerate, and the hygienist did a great job without hurting me during my cleaning (and I was a tough case). The office has a nice ambience and is very clean.
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Frequently asked questions

What practice does Dr. Maria Alvarez work with?

Dr. Maria Alvarez works with Dental Group of South Florida.

Where is Dr. Maria Alvarez's office located?

Dr. Maria Alvarez has 2 office locations, including in Miami Springs and Miami, view full addresses on Dr. Alvarez's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Maria Alvarez?

Dr. Maria Alvarez frequently sees patients for Bridge, Dental Cleaning, Dental Consultation, New Patient Dental Exam (Adult), and Root Canal. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Maria Alvarez on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Maria Alvarez speak?

Dr. Maria Alvarez speaks English and Spanish.

How do patients rate Dr. Maria Alvarez in reviews?

90 patients have reviewed Dr. Maria Alvarez. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.39/5. They have a 4.61/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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