Dental care in America?

Dentists in my country (France) pretty much "butchered" my teeth. I'll be back in the US this fall and winter, and consider having a good American dentist repair the damage. I'm already aware of the price range I can expect to pay. But I would be interested if you could share with me your experience with dentists in the US (whether you're American or from abroad). Did they do a good job? Were you happy with the service? Thanks.
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My dentist is great, and I wouldn't go anywhere else. He knows what he's doing, and is a good guy. I can't think of anyone working in his office that I don't like... My family has been going to him since long before I was born. Heck, one of my older sisters even babysat his kids for a few years, there. : ) (He's on Woodward by the Zoo, if you'll be in the Detroit area... Let me know if you want his info.)
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