Patient Reviews
"Very professional and polite, a pleasure to work with. Just wish I started this sooner. I went not only to straighten my teeth, they were so crowded I kept biting the sides of my mouth. Not only had that stopped, I’m more confident when I smile."
"My 14 year old daughter goes to Thrive Orthodontics. We are so happy with them. Very pleasant staff & never an issue setting up an appointment or squeezing us in when one of her brackets break. I would highly recommend!!😊"
"I took my son here. He got the Invisalign. His teeth were pretty crooked. In a year, my sons teeth look amazing. I actually switched from another orthodontist that wanted to pull my sons tooth out to make room. Thrive saved my sons tooth. I couldn't be happier with the results. The front desk is very nice and accommodating. I would definitely recommend going there. I am considering getting Invisalign now as well."
"First visit today! Staff was great- professional and welcoming!"
"Very professional and polite, a pleasure to work with."
"Always so friendly and accommodating. The kids absolutely have no hesitation on going to see the dentist when we have an apt to go."
"Excellent"
"The staff at Thrive are so wonderful! They make sure to explain all the options that’s available."
"Great staff. Clean, modern office. Amazing technology to guarantee great results!"
"Timely service, quick and informative. Kind staff."
"Doctors and staff are amazing, kind, understanding, appointment right on time…quick in and out of the office."
"They are always accommodating and pleasant. Every experience that I have had has been a good one. They work with you for payment options. My son's teeth looked amazing in such a short amount of time. And the best part was that they did it without pulling any of his adult teeth. I was actually at a prior orthodontist office. They wanted to pull his teeth to make room. I was against it. I am so happy that I left the other office and found Thrive. Thank you for giving my son a beautiful smile with all of his teeth in place!"
"Staff is super friendly, office is clean, and my teeth are straight! I don't think I ever spent more than 15 minutes each time I went. Now my kids are starting treatment. Cannot recommend highly enough!"
"Wonderful office, wonderful service and wonderful staff. Love Michelle!! She waited for my teen to arrive when he was running late and they were close to closing. She was great!"
"Excellent as usual"
"Thrive has an awesome and very professional staff. The office is very clean. The timeline they gave me to straighten my teeth were spot on."
"Friendly—we never wait long—both of my kids have had a great experience here. They’re gentle with my kids and the staff is awesome and very accommodating."
"The best doctor and l love all the staff they all very nice God be with all your of them l we’ll tell all my friends to go there"
"The experience is very pleasant. Everything flows smoothly from signing it up to the actual appointment. The staff are friendly."
"Our family has chosen Thrive Orthodontics for our two sons' orthodontic treatment. One of our sons has special needs, and the staff at Thrive Orthodontics has been incredibly accommodating and caring, ensuring that he feels comfortable and well-cared for throughout his treatment. He is currently undergoing Invisalign treatment, while his brother is receiving traditional metal braces. Both of our sons are achieving excellent results, and we are very pleased with the progress they have made. The orthodontic assistants and the orthodontists themselves are all highly skilled and professional, and we highly recommend Thrive Orthodontics to anyone seeking orthodontic treatment. We absolutely LOVE Thrive Orthodontics."
"We absolutely love the staff and Dr at our West Milford location! They always go above and beyond to making every appointment go so smoothly and always making it fun. Definitely recommend Thrive Orthodontics"
"I can't say enough good things about Thrive Orthodontics! The staff is incredibly friendly, and the orthodontists are top-notch. My 10 year old absolutely loves coming here! They make the whole experience fun and comfortable! They take the time to explain everything and make sure we’re always informed. The care and attention they provide are truly exceptional. I highly recommend Thrive Orthodontics to anyone looking for a fantastic orthodontic experience!"
"The team is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and great to do business with. I highly recommend!"
"I am beyond thrilled with the care and results we've received at Thrive Orthodontic! Both of my teenagers recently completed their Invisalign treatments, and the entire process has been exceptional. From the initial consultation to the final result, the team made sure everything was smooth and stress-free. The office staff is always friendly and welcoming, and they made sure to explain every step of the process, which made us feel comfortable and informed. The Invisalign aligners were a perfect fit for my kids—they loved that they were discreet and easy to use. We’ve seen amazing improvements in their smiles and couldn’t be happier with the results. Highly recommend Thrive Orthodontic to anyone looking for top-quality care and treatment!"
"The office staff is so nice and accommodating and the doctors are wonderful."
"Great experience and perfect location!"
"Everyone at this practice is incredibly kind and knowledgeable."
"LOVE thrive orthodontist! They are patient and kind with both my daughters."
"Good smile"
"Always a pleasant experience: appointments are always on schedule, the staff is nice, and my child's teeth are coming along nicely."
"Always friendly and on-time. Really take their time to explain how treatment is going."
"Always friendly and on-time. Really take their time to explain how treatment is going."
"We have all 3 of our children getting treated by Thrive Ortho. They are very helpful and easy to work with. Our kids are getting treated by thoughtful and skilled professionals. We would recommend them to anyone."
"Very friendly staff and clean office!!"
"Very helpful and accommodating!"
"Great experience!"
"This is probably the friendliest, most welcoming, and professional dental setting I've ever come across. As soon as you enter you are greeted with warmth and smiles. The entire staff is kind and caring. They use only the most advanced technology that will leave your jaw dropping. Excited to start my son's treatment with Thrive!"
"We just recently had a second opinion consultation at Thrive Orthodontics. Dr Sohn came across very knowledgeable and pleasant. He took his time explaining the treatment and offered several solutions for the existing problem. After the consultation Linda went over the treatment plan and the finances with us, and answered questions we had about payment options. Everyone was professional, knowledgeable and friendly. We decided to go ahead with treatment at Thrive Orthodontics based on the overall pleasant experience we have had there."
"We love Thrive! The wait time once you arrive for your scheduled appointment is usually no more than a few minutes & the staff is friendly & attentive. We are happy we chose them!"
"Dr. Akkway and his staff were amazing with my son for his first visit. They put him at ease and made him feel comfortable throughout his entire visit! Highly recommended!"
"Staff and doctors are proficient, caring and accommodating. You'll wind up with the most beautiful smile."
"Amazing service and very friendly customer service."
"Everything was so simple.Scheduling, checking in, quick yet thorough evaluation and simple instructions. Couldn’t go any more smoothly."
"The best ! Everyone is very friendly and personable. The Orthodontists are very knowledge and detail oriented. Perfectionists! I did Invisalign and my teeth are perfect. I now live on Long Island, and continue taking the drive to NJ when I need a retainer replacement. I highly recommend. Also the offices are very clean, modern, bright and you can tell they use the best technology"
"Thrive Orthodontics provides exceptional orthodontic care. Both of our sons receive orthodontic treatment there. The orthodontic assistants are highly skilled and compassionate. The doctors are meticulous and provide comprehensive explanations of treatment options without pressuring patients. We wholeheartedly recommend Thrive Orthodontics and will continue to entrust our family's orthodontic care to them."
"Our experience at Thrive, West Milford, has been fantastic. The staff is friendly & helpful & the office is clean & efficient!"
"Both our boys have gone and they are amazing! Accommodating and a really great staff!"
"I was able to make an appointment with ease and they got me in quickly to repair my fixed retainer. Staff is really nice and office is clean."
"Always a great experience"
"We are referred to this Orthodontist by our pediatric dentist and the staff are amazing. Easy scheduling, detailed explanations about cost and the difference between braces and thorough follow-up process. Great experience and we will refer our friends too :)."
"Really nice staff."
"Thrive is such an amazing place. The staff is warm, friendly, and generally wonderful. They make my kids feel safe and help them have a good time while being treated. Their services are exceptional and both of my children have seen incredible results from their treatments."
"Excellent staff, efficient and on time appointment."
"Excellent practice. Staff members are very pleasant and make visits/appointments stress free."
"I have been going to Thrive Orthodontics for years, and they have always been so professional. They make you feel comfortable and really helped straighten my teeth!"
"Outstanding practice, daughter never had bad experience with ortho or dentist."
"Great team of doctors and staff as both our kids have been seen by this office location"
"I was timid to start orthodontic treatment for my 8 yo (isn't he too young???) But I am happy we started early with Thrive so his treatment is more effective before the Jaw bones fuse at 10-14yo. The Thrive team has been extraordinary with scheduling and attending to calls, emails, questions, billing, etc. We recommend Thrive Orthodontics to all of our friends 🧡"
"Really happy with my recent appointment, no wait time, great service, and easy to book to next"
"So happy so far! Always taken on time with little to no wait. After only a few months my daughters teeth look great!"
"Very professional, kind , and sweet! Highly recommend"
"Thrilled with Thrive Orthodontics! The friendly and knowledgeable office staff, coupled with the latest tech, made my son's visit comfortable and reassuring. Highly recommend!"
"Went for our initial visit and was impressed by the professionalism of the staff. We left there well educated in our options for our child. Happy to have been referred to this office."
"People here are super nice and know what they are doing."
"Finally completed my brace after a year and loving the outcome of my teeth. Everyone in the office is extremely nice and helpful. Can't thank them enough, feel 100% more confident thanks to Thrive."
"The team of orthodontists and dental assistants are always ready to assist you and guide you through the treatment. Thank you"
"Fantastic. I have had a permanent retainer for about 20 years. I went in to have it checked and they did a full assessment of my teeth and the retainer. Also had to bring my newborn and they were more than accommodating 😊"
"Great experience, everyone very professional! definitely five stars"
"Doctors and entire staff have been fantastic with handling and encouraging my special needs daughter!"
"Professional from the introductory meeting to each appointment! Everyone is knowledgeable, friendly, and I feel like my daughter is in good hands with achieving the best results. Very accommodating when it comes to payment plans and appointments. The office is always clean and wait time is always minimal, which is appreciated."
"Office kept immaculate.. staff is friendly and professional"
"Thrive has modified my daughter’s smile for the best! Great customer service and awesome doctors choose thrive always."
"My kids and I all had Invisalign with Thrive Orthodontics. I always found the office to be clean and efficient with the latest technology, and friendly, patient staff."
"Hopefully I am done with Invisalign, but if I ever had to do it again I would go back to Thrive."
"We love the staff at Thrive. They are always so welcoming and friendly. Appointments are fast and easy."
"Both my kids had Invisalign with Thrive. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. The overall experience has been only positive! I have recommended the practice to many friends."
"Thank you! We went to both Kinnelon and West Milford offices. Both doctors, assistants and staff were all amazing. My sons teeth look fantastic!!! We are all so happy with the results."
"Had an emergency where my tooth was infected and needed to remove my braces ASAP in order to fix it. They helped me out so much and was able to squeeze me in right before the thanksgiving Holiday to relieve the pain I was in. Will sure be coming back again to continue my journey to have a perfect smile. Thank you a zillion!"
"Everyone is professional and nice. I am so happy coming here with my two children."
"Wonderful staff, friendly, and patient. They are always on-time with appointments and the office is clean, bright and modern."
"The office is clean, the staff is friendly and you are always in and out and never have to wait long if at all for your scheduled appointment."
"Friendly and knowledgable staff, flexible visits, transparent costs and billing!"
"I’ve had a great experience with my daughter and her braces & the staff has been completely helpful, wonderful and would recommend friends and family to go there as well.!"
"This place is so sweet and amazing with my kids. Making appointments are super easy!"
"I've brought all three of my kids to Dr. Akkaway at Thrive Orthodontics and we've never been disappointed! From the ease and flexibility in making appointments to the friendly and patient staff, we wouldn't go anywhere else!!"
"Dr. Akkaway and his staff are amazing. My three kids all have received or are receiving their orthodontist treatment from him and each experience has been wonderful for them and for me from start to finish. Highly recommend!!!"
"The clinicians and staff are knowledgeable and attentive and so very supportive to their patients. We were very happy to use their services and have flexibility in scheduling and location."
"I have nothing but great things to say about Thrive ortho. Both of my girls had Invisalign and the process was seamless. Thrive made it so easy and convenient. Easy to schedule appointment and they are very flexible when you need to change an appointment. Both of my girls now have beautiful smiles!"
"Very nice office, everyone is nice! Good service!"
"Love everything about Thrive! The staff is friendly and accommodating, and Dr. Akkaway and his team make you feel comfortable and welcome. They are always willing and available to answer any of your questions, and the appointments are quick and on time. I'm so glad I chose Thrive to help me get the smile I've been dreaming about!"
"My son and I both love Thrive! The entire staff is wonderful and we also love the choice of so many offices!"
"Just started with my own treatment and absolutely love how they respect my time. Taken in on time by pleasant and courteous employees. They let you know what's happening every step of the way so you don't even need to ask questions."
"Absolutely love the office and the staff is amazing! The place is beautiful and super clean! Everyone is so nice and welcoming. My 10 year old got her Invisalign today and she left the office feeling comfortable with all the questions answered!! Thank you to the Dr. and staff."
"Very friendly office and on time appointments which is very much appreciated!!"
"We love this office. It’s very clean and they always run on time for appointments. The doctor and office staff are wonderful and accommodating."
"Went today for a consultation. Office was welcoming, friendly, and clean. Will be back for sure when it’s time to start my son’s orthodontic journey!"
"5 star experience from start to finish! My daughter's smile is straight and beautiful! Thank you, Dr. Akkaway!"
"I love Thrive Orthodontics! I love Dr. Akkaway so much! I’ve had a great experience with them!"
"We love Thrive Orthodontics, Alyssa is the best assistant 😍"
"Such friendly staff! Always enjoy going to Thrive!"
"My favorite orthodontist’s they are very nice and I don’t get upset when I have to go to them 👍"
"Awesome customer service and all around great experience"
"The team at Akkaway has been absolutely wonderful. I expressed to them my daughters anxiety about the dentist. They have been beyond patient explaining everything to her along the way and made her feel so comfortable. The Invisalign treatment has gone smoothly and I can see the results already. The offices are meticulously clean and welcoming. I highly recommend the Orthodontics and Pediatric teams!"
"We are extremely pleased with Akkaway Orthodontics. They are professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Dr Akkaway recommended Invisalign for our 12 year old daughter. I was hesitant to believe that Invisalign could work better than braces, however 11 months into her treatment (and are just about finished) and I am so happy we decided to go with Dr Akkaway's recommendation. The treatment is painfree, and FAST! Im absolutely shocked at how quickly the treatment corrected her smile which has significantly boosted her confidence."
"Friendly and patient staff and a super clean office."
"Doctor and staff are professional! Both my children are patients. Very thorough in explaining treatments. Invisalign consult & treatment is going great!"
"Dr. Akkaway and staff are always very friendly, informative and ready to help."
"My son is very shy and everyone there was very nice, professional and respectful. I received a good explanation of what my son needed and we both were so happy with our visit there at the west Milford office. Thank you!!!"
"The staff at Akkaway Orthodontists are exceptional! My oldest two have finished care and their teeth look amazing! My youngest is currently a patient. Lynn and Linda in the office are great! Dr. Akkaway takes his time to explain care and is patient, kind and provides excellent care with perfect results."
"When I walked in I was greeted with a smile. not the typical smile but a smile with their eyes, because it’s mask season. Everyone was professional, kind, and confident. The office it’s self is very up to date and comfortable. Honestly, i can go on and on how much I like the staff and the office but I’m sure you guys don’t want to read a novel. So I’ll just leave it at 5 stars!"
"The staff are very friendly. They are very flexible and accommodating with schedules and urgent needs. Would highly recommend!"
"Everyone there is kind and takes special care to answer all of your questions."
"Very good!"
"We love Akkaway Orthodontics. This is the absolute best experience we have had with this process. Extremely caring and professional staff. So happy we chose them!"
"The west milford office staff is amazing. Always willing to help re-schedule appointments. Staff is very helpful and friendly and Dr. Akkaway is the best. Thanks for all you do Dr. Akkaway!"
"He is very knowledgeable, efficient, the office is spotless and I had a short wait. I'm very happy with the experience and would recommend Dr. Akkaway to everyone."
"Every time I go here the staff is always friendly, it’s not long of a wait. Having to go get my braces tightened isn’t bad here since they are very friendly even if you break brackets a lot like I did"
"The staff is always nice and helps if you if you ask them to fix something, and always supply the best treatment."
"Beautiful office, friendly staff always and outstanding results on my sons teeth!"
"Great experience from start to finish. Professional and friendly staff. Office is very clean and modern. Highly recommend Akkaway Orthodontics!!"
"Very caring dental & office staff"
"The staff is great, easy to talk to & gentle. So is Dr. Akkaway!!"
"I got my son braces at Akkaway Orthodontics. Every time we have went there Mr. Akkaway and all his assistants were very kind. I had no doubt that this was the right place for my son as he also even tells me that it never hurts him. I am proud to say that this is the right orthodontist as there has never been a problem with my son, so I feel like I should also think that it won’t hurt anyone else either. This orthodontist shall be recommended for so many other kids who need braces."
"Very efficient staff. Never a long wait. Friendly and clean environment"
"First time in West Milford. Been going to the Kinnelon office for years. West Milford is very clean and upscale looking. Great friendly staff and no wait time at all."
"The office is beautiful and clean. Staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. Dr. Akkaway is great. Highly recommend."
"We love Dr. Akkaway's office. The staff is so nice! Thanks for all you do!"
"Office staff is very welcoming for each and every appt."
"Great"
"Modern, pristine office with friendly receptionists who always seem able to squeeze my daughter in the schedule, and knowledgeable, caring orthodontists who are quickly transforming my daughter's smile. Plus Keurig in the waiting room! We're glad we chose Akkaway."
"Great office staff. Clean, friendly and great work."
"This office is amazing. Kind, friendly, clean, exceptional!"
"The staff at Akkaway Orthodontics is amazing. They make me feel so comfortable when I come for my appointments. I highly recommend this office to everyone!"
"The entire practice is warm and welcoming but more importantly Dr. Akkaway is so thorough and knowledgeable!"
"Third Child going here... I must like them 😀"
"Great place, great people and all around family oriented place. They are very attentive to your needs and a very comfortable office. Keep up the great work and we'll keep smiling. Thank you for all your help."
"Great office and medical staff, always so friendly and professional! My daughter has retainers to break a bad habit. Dr. Akkaway is an awesome orthodontist! Very modern and clean office never a wait time."
"Dr . Akkaway and his team did an amazing job that exceeded my expectations . Not only is his work exceptional , but his office is immaculate . When I first started my process , i was extremely self conscious and nervous . When I stepped in the office , they made me feel welcome and comfortable . After one year , my treatment was complete . Now , I feel relief and my self confidence is restored . Thank you Dr. Akkaway for the wonderful experience !"
"Doctor Akkaway's office has helped me a lot, through orthodontic care. I would suggest the service of Doctor Akkaway's to people of all ages."
"This doctor is awesome, two of my kids went there and they loved him. The office staff is great to deal with too"
"Dr. Akkaway and his staff are very patient friendly and wonderful in answering questions and reducing the level of anxiety one might feel. They are great with young children too!"
"The staff is always so friendly and helpful! There is never a wait time and we always get in within a few minutes of our appointment. We highly recommend this office to anyone looking!!"
"Dr.Akkaway and his staff are amazing. My son had braces a few years back and we were extremely happy with his results. My daughter is under going orthodontist treatment and I already see great results . Dr.Akkaway is very honest and is definetly not in a hurry to put braces on and take your money if not yet needed. His staff is wonderful as well. The Office is impecible . Clean and modern with all updated equipment I always recomend Dr.Akkaway, unfortunately he doesn't take my ins but was able to set up a payment plan that works for my family. It's visible that Dr.Akkaway cares about his patients and the results!"
"Awesome experience. Always on time and professional"
"Could not be happier with this office, Dr. Akkaway and his staff. I highly recommend them."
"Very nice office staff and Dr. Akkaway is an awesome orthodontist. I was there this week and had my braces put on and am looking forward to having a beautiful smile."
"All of my life I have been embarrassed by my crooked teeth. It is rare to find an old picture in which I actually smile! Though I always wanted to fix my smile, I never pursued a treatment until it became clear that the health of my mouth due to impacted teeth was as much an issue as a lifetime of smile-free photos. The search for an orthodontist I felt comfortable with ended when I stepped inside Dr. Akkaway’s office. His knowledgeable and friendly team has always created a warm and inviting atmosphere in an exceptionally clean office. Dr. Akkaway’s skill and personable demeanor have always put me at ease, and under his watch, I am now confidently on my way to a healthier, happier smile! I am infinitely grateful."
"Everyone who works at Akkaway Orthodontics are super inviting. You can ask them any question concerning your teeth and they will give you a really helpful answer. I definitely recommend going here and I absolutely love it! I would've never thought that I would look forward to going to the orthodontist, until now :) Also, I can see that my teeth are getting so much straighter with every visit and so far I've had no problems with them at all. I also love the waiting room's features, like their video games and t.v. Go to Dr. Akkaway!!!"
"I brought my son to an orthodontist in May. He got a device on his mouth that fell out and when we went back to get it put back on the Orthodontist yelled at my son. Needless to say we switched to Dr. Akkaway and the environment at his office was SO much different and I'm sure we will have no problems here!!! Looking forward to a long great relationship with Dr. Akkaway!"
"Everyone made me feel so completely at home. I'd never been to an orthodontist before, neither had any one in my family and they were amazing. They listened to my concerns and kept me informed every step of the way. I recommend them to anyone who needs an orthodontist."
"FANTASTIC! Great customer service from the front desk to the medical staff. Everyone smiles and seems to be happy, and it all stems from the top. I get the sense that everyone likes working there, which makes a big difference as far as customer service is concerned. The doctor also has great bedside mannerisms and all staff members are easy and pleasant to deal with. They put you at ease and make you feel welcome. I have had three children go through the practice, my youngest son is currently a patient. The doctor and his staff have been extremely helpful to me with all my questions regarding my son's care. Despite having a busy practice, I can always schedule an appt. when convenient for me, and all of my phone questions are answered the same day. I have consulted many doctors in my life, and it is rare that you find one as knowledgeable, accommodating, and concerned as Dr. Akkaway. Dr. Akkaway is hands-down one of the best orthodontists I have seen. His demeanor is calm, positive, thorough, attentive, flexible, and personal. He gives his full attention and is not at all distracted or rushed when visiting his patients, or the parents! I would definitely recommend this practice to anyone to wants true team players!Sheryl and Ryan Mueller"
"Professional, Very Friendly, Informative, Pleasant, Clean, Organized. Great!"
"I have been to three orthodontists in my lifetime and Dr. Akkaway is the best. He is very gentle and explains everything. He will take the time to listen to the concerns you have and to make sure that you understand what needs to be done. I highly recommend him for anyone who is looking for an orthodontist."
