Solvita Borg · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
I am incredibly grateful for Dr. De Groth's expertise and talent in performing a complex sinus lift and dental implants. He achieved what I thought was impossible. I had a significant bone loss and missing teeth for many years. Several implant specialists attempted grafting and implant procedures, but they were unsuccessful twice. Dr. De Groth restored my bone and successfully placed sturdy implants. Thank you for giving me my confidence back. He also has excellent communication skills and a very personal approach. He is truly a wonderful human being. Highly recommend!
John W (Diligent Consumer) · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
Dr. DeGroot is a great surgeon and spends as much time as a patient needs to answer questions. Support staff is also top-notch. DeGroot extracted both of my bottom front teeth and installed an implant w/cantilever. Because they were front teeth, a bone graft was needed (as apparently the front teeth do not have as much bone and space to have a lot to attach the implant). No one wants to go thru such a thing, but if I had to do it again, I would again use Dr. Bradley DeGroot.
Details:
* he provided the options available to me
* he explained things very well—and I typically have lots of questions—particularly in regard to options, but also for long-term viability of choices being compared
* the office staff was very friendly and efficient—felt like a nice extension of Dr. DeGroot’s capabilities
* executed the surgery very well…because I had to have both bottom front teeth extracted/replaced, there was a need to do a bone graft to provide a better landing zone for the implant. As is apparently typical for front teeth, there was only room for one implant, so a cantilever was used for the other one. I had sought opinion of another periodontist/implant specialist for this procedure, and they seemed to know what they were doing, but I didn’t get the same level of comfort that I did when I spoke with Dr. DeGroot. The first doctor spoke more like a surgeon, but Dr. DeGroot spoke more like a person solving your problems. He explained things very well and he is VERY thorough—my dentist (who is also quite good) indicated so, too. Dr. DeGroot’s exam was more thorough than the first periodontist/implant specialist I sought. Not going to mention name of first doctor, because I’m sure the other doctor is fine and not looking to taint anyone here, but I just felt more comfortable with Dr. DeGroot.
* he and his team were incredibly flexible and understanding. When I shared my extreme aversion to needles (and I needed three shots to numb the area for the bone graft and implants), I asked for LOTS of numbing agent before they put the needle injections into my gums – three needle shots were coming – and once the assistant put enough numbing agent, and Dr. DeGroot apparently deftly placed the needle injections, I literally didn’t feel ANYthing when he gave me those three injections. Yowza, that was nice. And once the injections were done (with novocaine, I suppose), I didn’t feel anything during the surgery for extraction, bone grafting, and implantation. I was quite pleased—except for having lost two of my front teeth, of course.
* wore retainer to cover the two missing teeth for about 4 months, while the bone graft healed…no issues, but as I was counseled by his team, it was best to remove for eating.
* had no issues with after-surgery care, as I simply followed the instructions on the rinse care and what I should/shouldn’t eat.
* saw Dr. DeGroot for temporary crown/cantilever, which is apparently standard for front teeth, due to their more aesthetically noticeable location—this procedure went well, too…it was nowhere near as difficult as the main extraction/implantation surgery, as the worst of it was done at this point.
* I then saw my general dentist for performing the permanent crown/cantilever.
* it has been 8 months since the implant was done, and no issues. I have had the permanent crown/cantilever for 2 months, and have had no issues. All seems great, with no limitations on my lifestyle. I can floss around the implant, and I even floss around under the cantilever, as there is a natural (very small) space under it—not noticeable to others, but it inherently is not going to go immediately contiguous to the gum line. I will consider a water-pick for flossing, but thus far have had no reason to consider it.
Conclusion:
Overall, a very good experience, considering the not-so-pleasant need for having two front teeth extracted and replaced. I would use Dr. DeGroot again, if I had any further need for periodontal issues, and I would recommend him to anyone who had the misfortune of having to have implants done.
Michelle Renicker · 5 out of 5 stars · 9 months ago
Dr. Botto has performed two separate surgeries for me. In both cases, she carefully explained the procedures, answered all my questions, and called me at home after the surgery to check on me. The follow up appointments were efficient, and the healing process was exactly as she described. Dr. Botto's work is excellent! I absolutely recommend Dr. Botto!
I have significant dental anxiety. Dr. Botto was exceptionally patient with me. Marissa, Abby, and the entire team put me at ease, consistently treated me with kindness and empathy. This team has earned my trust.
Julie Heinz · 5 out of 5 stars · 9 months ago
I was extremely anxious when I found out I needed an extraction and an implant. I was referred to Dr. Botto by a friend and once I met with her and the extremely kind and professional staff, I knew this was the place to go for the procedure. Dr. Botto made my experience as good as it could be, under the circumstances. She answered all of my questions, on repeat, and made me feel like a valued patient. I would recommend her and this office to anyone needing a similar procedure.
Cindy Clery · 5 out of 5 stars · a year ago
My dentist recommended Dr. DeGroot for the dental implant I needed to have done. Dr. DeGroot and his staff were exceptional. Dr. DeGroot explained the procedure so I could understand it. He answered all my questions, never rushed me, was very professional and courteous. The procedure was easy and I did not experience any discomfort. The two follow up visits went well and the over-all experience was painless. I would most definitely recommend Dr. DeGroot and his staff, all are wonderful!!
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