Dempsey Orthodontics

Dempsey Orthodontics - Orthodontist in Fresno, CA
4005 W Figarden Dr, Fresno, CA 93722
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Opens today at 8:00am
SundayClosed
Monday8:00am - 12:00pm
Tuesday8:00am - 12:00pm
Wednesday8:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday8:00am - 12:00pm
Friday8:00am - 2:00pm
SaturdayClosed

For over 20 years, Dr. Melissa Dempsey has been providing her patients with exceptional comprehensive orthodontic care. Highly educated, she earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in 1995 from UCLA. In 1997, Dr. Dempsey completed her residency in orthodontics at Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois and earned a masters degree in oral biology.

Dr. Dempsey feels it is important to stay on the cutting edge of orthodontics. Thus, she maintains memberships in many prestigious professional organizations to keep up-to-date on the latest techniques and technologies. She is currently a member of the:

We know that our office is only as effective and as welcoming as the people who work in it, which is why we take pride in our friendly and well-trained team members! As a team, we are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment in a supportive and nurturing environment. We promise to speak candidly with you about possible treatments as well as any risks and associated costs of treatment, and how treatment can address your individual needs as a patient.

Our staff is uniquely trained and highly skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Our staff consists of team members with specialized training and multiple certifications, and each one of our team members has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.

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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 140 reviews

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Tasha Johnson
a year ago
If I could rate Dr. Dempsey alone, this rating would be 10 stars; however, the front office staff makes that rating impossible. I'm usually not one to leave reviews but the customer service skills of the front office staff are absolutely ridiculous! I've had a few instances of poor customer service and have let it slide but this time took the cake! My 17 year old son was taken to the office by his elderly grandma and they unfortunately forgot to bring his mask. He went into the office and was instructed to go back to the car to look for a mask. Thankfully, my mom had a used mask for him to use in the car (I'm not even going to go into how horrible it was for them to feel pressured to use a mask that had been already worn by someone else). They proceeded into the office and low and behold shortly after a young man approximately the same age as my son came in without a mask and was offered a mask by the front desk. The only difference between these two was ethnicity! I called to complain to the office manager and I was fed lies about how the young man's appointment was right at that time and having him look for a mask would have resulted in him delaying other patients. However, my son was the one with an 11 am appointment and was taken back almost immediately while the other young man sat for 10 minutes in the waiting room. To make matters worse, the office manager told me, they normally charge a dollar for masks and everyone is asked to look in their car. So, you mean to tell me most patients likely pay at least a few grand for braces and a complimentary mask can't be provided to a minor?! How presumptuous to assume a minor or anyone for that matter would have a mask, let alone a clean mask, lying around in their car. We wear masks with no problem but from time to time mistakes happen! Every medical facility I've ever been to have offered people masks with no charge and have them readily available for their patients, if needed. This isn't a habit, this was an isolated incident. If we hadn't invested so much money into treatment already, I would gladly take our business elsewhere. Again, Dr. Dempsey is amazing and I would have never left this review if the office staff could have been honest about what really happened instead of making excuses! The customer service of any office is truly what makes or breaks the patient experience.


Christy Trejo
a year ago
Today was my son's first visit/consultation for his braces and everyone was so nice. Dr Dempsey is so honest, sweet and so kind, I appreciated all the information we were given today. I would definitely recommend to family and friends.


LouZaps
2 years ago
One of the best places to get braces! They make sure your teeth come out as best as they possibly can and it's always near perfect!


jaspreet rangi
2 years ago
They are amazing. They did excellent job and I'm very happy with my straight teeths lol. Great service and would recommend to family and friends


itwy
2 years ago
It's been a few years since I got my braces off. The last time I was there was before the pandemic. I was appointed to go back but everything closed down. Usually they are good at notifying you about your next check up but I never got a call/text to go back. As far as I'm concerned I was due for another appointment. Experience: When I was first recommended to this place, I should've known better not to take it. I would've appreciated it if they refer me to a place that will actually take my insurance. Front desk is okay some days. The others in the back knows what they're doing but they do talk a lot among themselves. I was there for a good 3-4 years. End result: I wish they would've taken the time to follow through and check up on me before taking the braces off. (things can get overwhelming for me). I was left with gaps between my back teeth. So food are always getting stuck there, and it would get irritated often. Dr. Dempsey is nice and knowledgeable, but she didn't do so well cleaning my teeth. This was my first time getting braces. Having straighter teeth now doesn't mean my teeth are in the best condition that it costs.


Nancy Pizano
2 years ago
I spent decades smiling without showing my teeth, but thanks to Dr. Dempsey and her team I'm sporting a bright straight shiny smile for all to see. Much gratitude!


Sophia Munoz
2 years ago
Got my braces off yesterday and it was amazing! I had them for about 5 years and they made sure I was happy with results before taking them off! Awesome staff and Dr!


Ok Gaga
2 years ago
My experience getting braces at Dr. Dempsey couldn't have been much better. To start off, Dr. Dempsey herself is a very passionate person along with her working crew who wants to make everyone's smile better. They know how to handle each corner of a situation and while along they make you feel welcomed as they do their job and get you ready to show a full bright smile.


ALFONSO Pereyda
2 years ago
Awesome!! Very good place the dentists are so nice and the lady's in the front office too my teeth are so perfect I do highly recommend this orthodontist place


Stephanie Patrick-Calvillo
2 years ago
We absolutely love Dr. Dempsey. Myself and my 3 children have amazing results! All of us have completed orthodontic treatment with Dr. Dempsey and we all love our smiles!!!!! Great doctor and great staff!


Lucas McAbee2005
2 years ago
My teeth look amazing after coming here, and the doctor is so nice.


Jesus Nunez
2 years ago
Very nice people! Dempsey is literally one of the most kind and caring person I know. She really went out of her way to make my smile great and definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting a better smile!


Alejandra Olmos
2 years ago
Dr. Dempsey is the best orthodontist in town! Besides quick service she is the kindest! She really takes her time and make sure you have the best smile possible! My treatment was for 4 years and it was that long because she didn't like the position of one of my teeth and she didn't give up or finish my treatment until she was completely satisfied. I appreciate her so much because now EVERYONE notices my smile first and I get so many compliments! And you can't forget her team! Best staff ever! I recommend to everyone needing braces to go with her. Thank you Dr. Dempsey & staff!


Joyce Ulysses
2 years ago
Great place! I recommend this orthodontic facility, very clean and kind people who truly care about your experience!


Nathan Solorio
2 years ago
I love it


Skizm
2 years ago
Did the job and very polite


Aden Muller
2 years ago
Just got my braces off today and my teeth look and feel amazing!! So happy on how they turned out! Thanks to Dr. Dempsey and her wonderful staff thank you for changing my life!!


Irene Waltz
2 years ago
Dr Dempsey is a class act! She is professional and very knowledgeable in her field. I suffered a catastrophic Motorcycle accident vs 13 ton truck head on and suffered major facial trauma. My teeth/mouth had to go thru a multi phase rebuild. All the Orthodontists that I consulted with either denied my case or had no idea how to proceed and advised me to go out of the Fresno area. Dr Dempsey had a detailed plan to give me back my wonderful smile. After several years of treatment I have a perfect happy smile. I always get compliments on my teeth and smile. Not only is she resourceful but her appointments are timely and all of her staff are professional happy people. I highly recommend Dr Dempsey for your orthodontic care, she's the BEST!!!


Janea Castillo
2 years ago
Truly just amazing. I've hated my teeth my whole life and now I have a smile I never thought I'd have. Thank you so much to Dr. Dempsey and her amazing team.


Haley Barragan
2 years ago
the ONLY orthodontist I would ever trust with my teeth as well as my children's If they ever need them. I had very crooked teeth, and she made them look amazing! she always talks to the patient and makes conversation and always takes her time to get to know you as a person, and as well as her patient. You can tell she really loves her work and wants only the best for her patients.


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