Meet your new dentist, Dr. Ben Kolean. He was raised in Washington state and even as a boy dreamed of living here in Alaska with his family. After high school, he followed his three brothers to Alaska working as a fisherman each summer. He returned to Washington State for dental school and in 2002 he graduated from the University of Washington with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery. Promptly after graduating, he knew that Alaska is his home and moved back to start practicing. Dr. Kolean chose dentistry as a career because he wanted to help people, and thats exactly what he does!
Dr. Kolean now resides in Wasilla, Alaska with his wife and 2 children. In his spare time he loves hiking, fishing, hunting and exploring. His family truly gets involved in everything the great state of Alaska has to offer.
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Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 13 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestTara Vanaman
2 years ago
My son and I had a wonderful first dental visit with Dr. Kolean. I'm shocked at the review that stated the staff was mistreated because the staff seemed very happy in their positions, and I witnessed many positive and mutually respectful interactions between the entire team. When Dr. Kolean wasn't around, his hygienist shared with me how Dr. Kolean refuses to upcharge patients even for simple products like toothpaste. This impacted us because my son and I both really benefit from prescription-strength, fluoride toothpaste for our sensitive teeth. This has cost us $45+ a tube at other dental offices, but Dr. Kolean gave it to us at his price, which was only $16. The hygienist shared that upcharging patients for products goes against his moral foundation and who he is. She seemed to have a lot of personal respect for this way of treating patients and how Dr. Kolean chooses to operate his office. This same hygienist shared that she also works for another dentist, and that office doesn't work off of the same principles because the other dentist doesn't share Dr. Koean's point of view. When we left the office, my son said that was the first dental visit he remembers where he received explanations and felt valued as a person rather than just treated as the next patient in line. My son and I had a very posit experience during our appointments. Dr. Kolean was very upfront about what dental work was needed, but he also did not recommend additional work and gave us choices that fit our needs and our budget. I sensed that he is a man of integrity and that personal foundation carries over into how he runs his business and practice. Everyone we encountered seemed valued and happy in their positions. As such, I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Kolean and his team.
Roses and Peonies
2 years ago
My family and I have been going here for many years, my kids look forward to their appointments and love it here. Dr. Kolean is knowledgeable, honest and caring, staff are very friendly and helpful makes you feel right at home. Recently, I had an internal root canal whitening done by Dr. Kolean and I am very happy with the results. Highly recommend this office to anyone!!
Sun Sky
2 years ago
Will not recommend this office to my friends and colleagues.
Tara Vanaman
3 years ago
My son and I had a wonderful first dental visit with Dr. Kolean. I'm shocked at the review that stated the staff was mistreated because the staff seemed very happy in their positions, and I witnessed many positive and mutually respectful interactions between the entire team. When Dr. Kolean wasn't around, his hygienist shared with me how Dr. Kolean refuses to upcharge patients even for simple products like toothpaste. This impacted us because my son and I both really benefit from prescription-strength, fluoride toothpaste for our sensitive teeth. This has cost us $45+ a tube at other dental offices, but Dr. Kolean gave it to us at his price, which was only $16. The hygienist shared that upcharging patients for products goes against his moral foundation and who he is. She seemed to have a lot of personal respect for this way of treating patients and how Dr. Kolean chooses to operate his office. This same hygienist shared that she also works for another dentist, and that office doesn't work off of the same principles because the other dentist doesn't share Dr. Koean's point of view. When we left the office, my son said that was the first dental visit he remembers where he received explanations and felt valued as a person rather than just treated as the next patient in line. My son and I had a very posit experience during our appointments. Dr. Kolean was very upfront about what dental work was needed, but he also did not recommend additional work and gave us choices that fit our needs and our budget. I sensed that he is a man of integrity and that personal foundation carries over into how he runs his business and practice. Everyone we encountered seemed valued and happy in their positions. As such, I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Kolean and his team.
Roses and Peonies
3 years ago
My family and I have been going here for many years, my kids look forward to their appointments and love it here. Dr. Kolean is knowledgeable, honest and caring, staff are very friendly and helpful makes you feel right at home. Recently, I had an internal root canal whitening done by Dr. Kolean and I am very happy with the results. Highly recommend this office to anyone!!
Sun Sky
3 years ago
Will not recommend this office to my friends and colleagues.
Icie Grimes
3 years ago
I am shocked at how the staff is treated... On several occasions I have witness Dr. KOLEAN verbally abusing his staff.. I no longer will go to this office..
Steve Ray
3 years ago
Dr. Ben is the best and he's got an office full of amazing helpers. They're not only highly professional and skilled, but they are all extremely personable and kind. I'll never loath going to the dentist again...in fact, I look forward to it now!
Icie Grimes
4 years ago
I am shocked at how the staff is treated... On several occasions I have witness Dr. KOLEAN verbally abusing his staff.. I no longer will go to this office..
Steve Ray
4 years ago
Dr. Ben is the best and he's got an office full of amazing helpers. They're not only highly professional and skilled, but they are all extremely personable and kind. I'll never loath going to the dentist again...in fact, I look forward to it now!
Raymond Rose
4 years ago
VERY nice staff and great dentist. He took me at the last minute and treated me with what I seldom see anymore a kind and personal touch. AWESOME Experience!
hyslip1
4 years ago
I have been to a lot of dentists in my 60+ years. Dr Ben is absolutely the best by far.
Raymond Rose
5 years ago
VERY nice staff and great dentist. He took me at the last minute and treated me with what I seldom see anymore a kind and personal touch. AWESOME Experience!
hyslip1
5 years ago
I have been to a lot of dentists in my 60+ years. Dr Ben is absolutely the best by far.
Jared & Jenny Freeman
5 years ago
Great place with great staff!
Jared & Jenny Freeman
6 years ago
Great place with great staff!
Pamela Peterson
7 years ago
Awesome man awesome office painless and I trust him deeply
Karen Allam
7 years ago
Wonderful chair side professional, I have gone to Dr. Kolean for many years and am always pleased with the results.
Pamela Peterson
7 years ago
Awesome man awesome office painless and I trust him deeply
Karen Allam
8 years ago
Wonderful chair side professional, I have gone to Dr. Kolean for many years and am always pleased with the results.
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