Ever since I was young, I’ve always had anxiety about going to the dentist. A few years ago, I became a patient at Knoxville Smiles, and I can truly say it has been such a blessing. From the moment you walk in, everyone is kind, welcoming, and caring. The receptionists are always friendly and pleasant, the hygienists are compassionate and gentle, and I’ve had the opportunity to be cared for by each doctor at different times. Dr. Costa, Dr. Wolkow, and Dr. Bre have all been so kind, patient, and caring toward me. I’m always nervous and scared when I go to the dentist, but they have a way of making my anxiety feel lighter because they genuinely care and always want the best for their patients. They make me feel safe, heard, and cared for every time I visit. This is truly a wonderful practice filled with amazing staff and doctors who have such a servant’s heart. Thank you for treating me with so much love, kindness, and compassion. I feel truly blessed to have found such a wonderful dental practice with such kind-hearted people. 🩵

Cosmetic Dentistry · Family Dentistry
Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry
264 S Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37923
Practice overview
About Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry
Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry consists of Dr. Stephen Malone, Dr. Michael Costa, Dr. Breanna Costa, and Dr. Jacob Wolkow. They specialize in general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign, composite fillings, dental implants, gum disease treatment, and porcelain veneers. This Knoxville practice uses state-of-the-art technology, such as the Yomi dental robot, laser dentistry, and BiteFX, and has earned an average of 4.9 stars from Google reviews.
Services and specialties
Care available at Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry
Location
Find the practice
264 S Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37923
Patient feedback
What patients say about Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry
Based on the 250 written Google reviews posted between Jan 1, 2026 and Oct 5, 2026 (another 78 left a star rating with no text). Counts show how many of those 250 reviews mention each topic.
Patients praise
- Staff Friendliness and Professionalism107 of 250 reviews
Staff and People
Patients consistently say the staff is professional, caring, and friendly. Many highlight their excellent hospitality and how well they are treated.
- Recommendation, Loyalty and Overall Experience66 of 250 reviews
Trust and Overall
Patients consistently highly recommend the practice, often stating it's the best dental office they've experienced. Many express loyalty and trust in the staff and dentists, and are happy with their overall experience.
- Dentist Expertise and Skill27 of 250 reviews
Staff and People
Patients frequently commend the dentists for their expertise, skill, and professionalism. Many describe the dentists as knowledgeable and competent in their field.
- Communication and Transparency22 of 250 reviews
Care and Clinical
Patients frequently report that the staff is very knowledgeable and explains things thoroughly. Many appreciate that their questions are answered and concerns are addressed with clear communication.
Common concerns
- Communication and Transparency3 of 250 reviews
Care and Clinical
A few patients felt they were not informed about certain aspects or costs beforehand. They state there was a lack of clear communication regarding procedures or pricing.
- Pricing and Payment Options2 of 250 reviews
Operations
A few patients felt the cost of services, such as a cleaning or certain procedures, was very high or outrageous. They expressed concerns about the value for money.
Summaries are written by AI from the text of these Google reviews and describe what reviewers said, not our own assessment. A topic appears once at least 2 reviews mention it. Updated twice a year; next update January 2027. Practice owner and something looks wrong? Ask us to review this summary.
Services mentioned
Treatments patients mention at Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry
How many of the 250 written reviews in the same period name each treatment, and how reviewers felt about it.
- Teeth cleaning & hygienePreventive26 of 250 reviews
23 positive · 3 negative
- Dental implantsRestorative14 of 250 reviews
11 positive · 1 just mentioned · 2 negative
- Checkups & examsPreventive10 of 250 reviews
8 positive · 2 negative
- Emergency & same-day careOral surgery5 of 250 reviews
5 positive
- FillingsRestorative4 of 250 reviews
4 positive
- Dentures & partialsRestorative2 of 250 reviews
2 positive
- Extractions & wisdom teethOral surgery2 of 250 reviews
2 positive
Treatments are identified by AI from the text of these Google reviews. A treatment appears once at least 2 reviews name it; it reflects what reviewers wrote about, not the full list of services the practice offers.
Recent reviews
New Google reviews by month
347 new reviews for Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry since January 2026, averaging 4.9 stars: 333 five-star, 8 four-star and 6 rated 1 to 3 stars.
| Month | 5 stars | 4 stars | 1 to 3 stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 35 | 0 | 0 |
| February 2026 | 18 | 1 | 2 |
| March 2026 | 32 | 2 | 0 |
| April 2026 | 35 | 1 | 1 |
| May 2026 | 30 | 0 | 1 |
| June 2026 | 36 | 1 | 1 |
| July 2026 | 35 | 0 | 0 |
| August 2026 | 30 | 2 | 1 |
| September 2026 | 49 | 1 | 0 |
| October 2026 | 33 | 0 | 0 |
| November 2026 (so far) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Featured on Google
Google's most relevant reviews
The reviews Google shows first for Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry, in full.
I am glad I chose to get Invisalign braces at Knoxville Smiles. Everyone is very friendly and they make you feel welcome. I enjoy my visits there. The price is much better for Invisalign vs. the orthodontist! Also, Izabela did a great job cleaning my teeth! I would highly recommend them
From the moment I walked through the door, I felt like I mattered. Dr. Costa and his team explained everything about my treatment plan and broke everything down. I am beyond excited to get my smile back! I highly recommend anyone that is looking to get back their smile, to go and get a consultation. You will not be sorry.
Visited Knoxville Smiles for a second opinion. The doctor was very attentive, listened carefully, performed assessments, and offered an honest opinion. The staff were warm and friendly. I will definitely return to see if they can help resolve my dental issues.
This team of professionals was wonderful at taking care of my needs. Two months ago I had an emergency situation. I was in a lot of pain. I wasn't having any luck finding a dentist that could see me immediately. When my husband called this office and explained the situation, they made a point of working me into their schedule within the hour. The girls at the front desk were very welcoming and efficient with getting me in to see someone quickly. The hygienist and dentists all worked together to analyze my problem and came up with a plan to give me immediate relief. They all were very knowledgeable and communicated to me what had caused this emergency and what to expect in the coming days. Their after hours team helped me find a pharmacy that could do compounding and made sure that I had my medicine that night. This week I returned to get a routine cleaning and x-rays. Jessica, my hygienist, was very gentle and thorough. Kelsey help her do my charting. They communicated throughout the process what they were doing and why. Dr Bre came in to exam my mouth and was very gentle as well. The facility was very clean and was using cutting edge technology. I had a wonderful experience with both visits and plan to make them my new dentistry home.
Review activity
Monthly Google review history
New Google reviews for Knoxville Smiles at Malone & Costa Dentistry and the average star rating of those new reviews, over the last 30 and 90 days and month by month.
Last 30 days
- New Google reviews
- 29
- Rating of new reviews
- 5.0 out of 5from 29 reviews
Last 90 days
- New Google reviews
- 110
- Rating of new reviews
- 5.0 out of 5from 110 reviews
| Month | New reviews | Rating of new reviews | Overall rating | Total reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | Scanning… | Scanning… | 4.9 | 1,322 |
| October 2026 | 33 | 5.0 out of 5from 33 reviews | 4.9 | 1,322 |
| September 2026 | 50 | 5.0 out of 5from 50 reviews | 4.9 | 1,289 |
| August 2026 | 33 | 4.8 out of 5from 33 reviews | 4.9 | 1,239 |
| July 2026 | 35 | 5.0 out of 5from 35 reviews | 4.9 | 1,206 |
| June 2026 | 38 | 4.9 out of 5from 38 reviews | 4.9 | 1,171 |
| May 2026 | 31 | 4.9 out of 5from 31 reviews | 4.9 | 1,133 |
| April 2026 | 37 | 4.9 out of 5from 37 reviews | 4.9 | 1,102 |
| March 2026 | 34 | 4.9 out of 5from 34 reviews | 4.9 | 1,065 |
| February 2026 | 21 | 4.7 out of 5from 21 reviews | 4.9 | 1,031 |
| January 2026 | 35 | 5.0 out of 5from 35 reviews | 4.9 | 1,010 |
New review counts and ratings include every Google review published in each period. The current month is counted so far. Overall rating and total reviews show the practice's standing at the end of each month, worked back from Google's current totals using the date and rating of every review since, so they may differ slightly from what Google displayed at the time.