The dental practice at 600 Light Street was started in 1979 by Dr. George Williams as a satellite faculty medical practice of the University of Maryland, Baltimore campusHarbor Healthcare. The practice was created to service the low-income elderly population residing in the Christ Church Harbor Apartments on Light Street (the building our office shares).
Dr. Williams, a faculty member of the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, managed the faculty practice where general physicians, psychiatrists, ophthalmologists and podiatrists all shared space to service the people in the building.
With Dr. Williams at the helm, the practice has grown and changed over the last 32 years. The University of Maryland decided to move its medical clinics to other locations, and Dr. Williams began adding additional general dentists to the practice, including wife Dr. Lisa Williams, and Dr. Nicole Forel in 2006.
Over the years, Drs. George and Lisa Williams have built a tremendous reputation in Baltimore city because of their high standards of care and quality of service for patients. Patients today include people living or working in the city, families that have been with the practice for decades and new people moving into the Federal Hill area. The practice also continues to serve the elderly people in the Christ Church Harbor Apartments.
Dr.Nicole C. Forel moved to Maryland from Brooklyn, NY in 1997 to attend Johns Hopkins University. After graduating with a BA in Natural Sciences in 2001, she attended the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, and graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2005. She participated in an international internship at the University of Glasgow, Scotland, and completed a general practice residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Nicole has specialized training and certifications in a broad range of dental services such as Invisalign orthodontics, rotary endodontics, implant restoration, and esthetic dentistry. She takes great pride in her work and strives to create an environment where patients feel at ease. Her goal is to help each patient achieve optimal dental health and to keep Baltimore smiling.
Dr. Nicole lives with her husband Erik in Federal Hill. You might see them walking around the neighborhood with their pug dog Tank or in a local restaurant. Other interests include dance, sports, scuba diving, and spending time with friends and family.
Dr. Monica is a native of New Jersey, and she moved to Maryland to attend Loyola University. She worked for a year as a dental assistant after college and attended the University of Maryland Dental School, graduating with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After dental school, she completed a residency in general dentistry at the WellSpan York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Monica is passionate about community service and has participated in several dental volunteer projects, including Mission of Mercy, providing free dental care to low income residents, and Sealant Saturdays, providing exams and sealants for children. She was a dental provider for Helping Up Mission and Smiles for Success, programs designed to help transform smiles for men and women recovering from abuse or addiction as a way to aid them in job-readiness. She also participated in an international mission trip to Tanzania, Africa, providing treatment to students and staff of the Faraja Primary School.
Dr. Monica has a fun-loving personality and calm demeanor that helps to make patients feel at ease during dental procedures. She lives in Federal Hill with her husband Mark, both avid runners. You might see them around the neighborhood running or playing flag football and volleyball.
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Best Restaurant in Baltimore - Carsons Creekside Ideal Pizza Topping(s) - Ham + Pineapple Top Movie - Home Alone Favorite Song - 'My Heart Will Go On' by Celine Dion Best Band/Singer - Celine Dion Coffee or Tea - Coffee Furthest Destination Traveled - Jamaica Pickin Crabs or Eatin Crab Cakes - Pickin Crabs Best Place to Get Crabs - Schultz 's Crab House Influential Person - My Dad First Job Ever - McDonalds Happiness to me is - Being at Grandmom Favorite Pet Name - Benji Who 's your biggest fan - My doggies - unconditional love
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Best Restaurant in Baltimore - Barcocina Ideal Pizza Topping(s) - Mushrooms & onions Favorite Song - 'Move' by Luke Bryan Best Band/Singer - Luke Bryan Coffee or Tea - Coffee Furthest Destination Traveled - Aruba Favorite School Subject - Psychology Pickin Crabs or Eatin Crab Cakes - Pickin Crabs Best Place to Get Crabs - Nick 's Seafood Influential Person - My Mom First Job Ever - Bartender/Waitress Nickname - Lil Hock Happiness to me is - Working out at the gym! Favorite Pet Name - Honey
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 55 reviews
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a year ago
So, we've really appreciated the staff over the years, and have had generally positive if non-complicated care there. But given the website describes it as a "cosmetic and family dental office," it's confusing that they have effectively refused to care for our children at this point, after several years (ten), and have said "we don't really do kids anymore." Don't know what that's about. But it's sent us looking for someplace closer to home that actually seems interested in caring for our family.
Sanjay Gupta
a year ago
Excellent staff all around. Cleaning is very well done. Well worth the drive downtown.
Love lee
a year ago
By far the absolute best dental office & staff I've ever experienced! So polite, patient, kind, professional. The ladies at the front are all sweet. And everyone in the back are the same. O and very helpful just ask ....Nicole I just luv. I'm so upset I can't come back until next year! Like highly upset lol
Shradha Verma
a year ago
If flying from Seattle made a bit more logical sense, I would totally go back to them. Only reason being Nikki. She was my hygienist and the best one I've ever had. I am not super fond of the dentists here but the way Nikki treated me over my 2 years in Baltimore, I really try hard not buying that flight ticket.
Naquawn Washington
2 years ago
Excellent Service!Chip my front tooth asked for service to get a Veneer.Very detailed and great job on temporary Veneer.An amazing job on permanent Veneer!Im happy to have my smile back and no one could have done it better than Light street Dental! :)
Pedram Sinai
2 years ago
I've spent much of life in various medical offices both as a provider and a patient. I can confidently say that this practice is exceptional and run very well. They provide excellent patient care, put you at ease, communicate effectively, and have an extremely helpful and accommodating front staff. Dr. Nicole is incredibly knowledgable and experienced in what she does. I have seen other providers there for emergencies etc when she was not available and they too were outstanding. Can't say enough about how wonderful they are. I've been to many practices over the years living in different states but this practice stands out as the best.
Lee Werner
2 years ago
Probably the best dental experience of my life. Everything was easy -- from calling and making an appointment, verifying that they would take my insurance and I wouldn't get a huge bill, to finding the place, getting my teeth cleaned, and wrapping up the appointment. I had Leah (not sure if I'm spelling that right) as my hygienist, who was super calm and pleasant the entire time. This is my new spot.
Fereshte Ghorbani
2 years ago
My endodontist (Dr Lesco) referred my to Dr Forel to make an implant crown for me. She completely ruined my smile, made a big chunk flat 2D yellow crown for me. I feel so uncomfortable smiling, and it's all because of her. I called her office, mentioned that I'm really unhappy with this but she just doesn't care. If it was her first time, I could say it is an accident. But she did ruin my flipper as well. The flipper was not being held in my mouth and she instructed me to use adhesive to hold it!! Can you imagine removing adhesive from roof of your mouth each time before and after drinking/eating?! She instead made an Essix because I was literally going to grad school every day without front tooth. The essix was even worse than the flipper, it was breaking all my tooth from the pressure. I would not even refer my enemy to her. Really depressed with what she did with me at my young age. Look at teeth #10, that's her art!!
James Preedy
2 years ago
Wonderful people, great Hygienists and Dentists. I've been to many dentists and my teeth have never been in better shape since I've been coming here.
shelly 101
2 years ago
I love ya'll, you all worked together and gave something I thought I would never get back, a beautiful smile, I was so amazed with all the hard work ya'll did for such low price, God bless,and thanks soooooo much and many beautiful smiles to ya'll, from MICHELE MOORE
Melanie Hayden
2 years ago
I came in for the first time this week as a new patient and I am SO happy I did! After many years of avoiding the dentist, I had extreme anxiety about it. Everyone here was so friendly and made me feel so taken care of. No judgment or scolding which was a huge relief! Esther, my hygienist was amazing! I had worried that there was permanent damage done to my teeth after years of no cleanings, but she polished them right up and restored them to their former whiteness. I can't stop staring at my clean teeth! And I'm actually looking forward to coming back in 6 months. :) Thanks all!
Aubrey Maryniak
2 years ago
light street dental has restored my faith in dentistry! being someone who had some really crumby experiences and HATED going to the dentist, i have been so exceptionally pleased coming to light street. from the secretaries to the hygienists, every person i've interacted with has always been just so pleasant. personally i have had wonderful experiences with nikki as my hygienist, she is so sweet and gentle when cleaning and i always leave with a shiny smile :) i also really love that they're not judgmental in any way; i've hated dentists in the past that just scold me for whatever i'm doing wrong and that is NOT the case at all here; they really just care about your health and make any recommendations in a positive way. could not recommend more, especially those who fear the dentist, give light street the opportunity to change your mind :)
MX VINO
2 years ago
No longer my favorite place! They charge for a late fee during the Covid when things happened unexpectedly! Very disappointed, the lady (Not Sarah) was very rude on the phone when she called about my missing appointment, she refused to waive!
Tatiana Loftus
2 years ago
In March of 2021 I had a great experience in their office, however due to staffing they recently had to cancel an upcoming appointment. It is also important to note that the office does not have an answering machine or an emergency number. I had to endure three days of pain over a holiday weekend, called and emailed multiple times and eventually ended up being seen by a different dentist. Wouldn't recommend for last minute or emergency appointments.
Bart Kachniarz
2 years ago
Extremely thorough; been coming here for several years, best dental care in town by far
Emily Rebuffi
2 years ago
Dr. Monica is great! Very cheerful. She recently filled a cavity and cut a piece of my gum near wisdom tooth. I was in and out of her office in 45 minutes and feel no pain the next day.
MX VINO
3 years ago
No longer my favorite place! They charge for a late fee during the Covid when things happened unexpectedly! Very disappointed, the lady (Not Sarah) was very rude on the phone when she called about my missing appointment, she refused to waive!
Melanie Hayden
3 years ago
I came in for the first time this week as a new patient and I am SO happy I did! After many years of avoiding the dentist, I had extreme anxiety about it. Everyone here was so friendly and made me feel so taken care of. No judgment or scolding which was a huge relief! Esther, my hygienist was amazing! I had worried that there was permanent damage done to my teeth after years of no cleanings, but she polished them right up and restored them to their former whiteness. I can't stop staring at my clean teeth! And I'm actually looking forward to coming back in 6 months. :) Thanks all!
shelly 101
3 years ago
I love ya'll, you all worked together and gave something I thought I would never get back, a beautiful smile, I was so amazed with all the hard work ya'll did for such low price, God bless,and thanks soooooo much and many beautiful smiles to ya'll, from MICHELE MOORE
Emily Rebuffi
3 years ago
Dr. Monica is great! Very cheerful. She recently filled a cavity and cut a piece of my gum near wisdom tooth. I was in and out of her office in 45 minutes and feel no pain the next day.
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