Risas Dental and Braces
Dental • Tempe, AZ • 1 location in Tempe locations
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Last gathered July 10, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Risas Dental and Braces is a dental clinic in Tempe, Arizona, located at 3401 S McClintock Drive. The clinic offers general dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, teeth whitening, dental implants, root canals, dentures, and emergency care. They accept most insurance plans, offer in-house financing and payment plans, and provide membership plans for patients without dental insurance.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
We believe that everyone deserves access to affordable, quality dental care. Risas accepts most insurance plans and offers membership plans designed to help those without dental insurance.
in-house financing, Pay in Full, Pay in full discounts, Friends of Risas Membership plans
Financing: no credit check financing; Friends of Risas Membership plans; special members-only pricing
Savings plan: Friends of Risas Membership plans with up to 40% off treatments; Satisfaction Guarantee and Replacement Promise
Languages Spoken
Pricing
Current Offers
Friends of Risas Membership (new patients)
FAQs
Do you offer emergency dental care?
Yes, we provide emergency care.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
Yes, in-house financing and Pay in Full options are available.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Payment Plans and Pay-in-Full Discounts are available for treatment plans totaling $300 or more; terms vary by plan and an active membership may be required.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Risas accepts most insurance plans and also offers membership plans for those without dental insurance.
Is there a membership option without insurance?
Yes—Friends of Risas Membership plans provide discounts and no credit check financing.
What are the braces pricing and payment options?
Traditional Braces pricing shown with down payments and monthly payments; specifics vary by plan and total treatment cost.
Are there discounts if paying in full?
Yes, a 20% discount is available when paid in full for applicable treatment plans.
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Photos published by Risas Dental and Braces showing the dental practice in Tempe, AZ.
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye/Google (Tempe Smiles Family Dental): 4.7 out of 5 stars (490 reviews)
- Birdeye (Gentle Dental Tempe): 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,048 reviews)
- Opencare (Beautiful Dentistry): 4.8 out of 5 stars (33 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Daniel Tee, DDS): 4.0 out of 5 stars (25 reviews)
- WebMD Care (Dr. Trent Smallwood): 3.0 out of 5 stars (18 ratings/7 reviews)
Patients praise
- Friendly and welcoming staff members
- High-quality clinical outcomes and skilled, knowledgeable dentists
- Modern, clean, and high-tech facilities
- Effective management of dental emergencies and patient anxiety
- Comprehensive 'one-stop' dental care offerings
Common complaints
- Rudeness or lack of professionalism by front office staff
- Poor communication regarding treatment plans and costs
- Long wait times and billing/insurance misunderstandings
- Pain or discomfort during/after procedures (heavy-handedness)
- Concerns regarding inappropriate behavior or lack of clinical boundaries
- Perception of unnecessary treatment or aggressive sales tactics
"The front office staff at this dental office were courteous and professional, which I genuinely appreciated. However, my interaction with the dentist raised concerns regarding boundaries and conduct."
- Birdeye user review for Tempe Smiles Family Dental"We had an extremely distressing experience with this dentist... no topical anesthetic was applied—just a direct injection, causing him unnecessary pain. The dentist refused to let parents into the room..."
- Healthgrades user review for Dr. Daniel Tee, DDS"I paid over $51,000 in cash... Shortly afterward, my mouth began to fail in ways I never imagined possible... I was advised that the work would require approximately $100,000 in corrective treatment..."
- WebMD Care user review for Dr. Trent SmallwoodSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- How SureSmile Aligners Work | Contemporary Dental Concepts - Aug 14, 2025
- Fotona LightWalker at Beautiful Dentistry: Next-Level Dental & Aesthetic Care in Tempe - Oct 3, 2025
- Tempe Dentistry Brings Innovation and Trust to Family Dental Care - Oct 1, 2025
- Dentist feels ‘lucky’ to have new Tempe practice | Business | tempenews.com - May 23, 2026
- No More Waiting in Pain: Okun Dentistry Offers Immediate Emergency Dental Care in Tempe, AZ - Jun 11, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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