Vestal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Reviews
4.1 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews on Google.
JulieBeth Holdrege · 5 out of 5 stars · 5 months ago
I went to Dr Amar Bhandari for a consultation for a dental implant. He is patient and answered all of my questions. I have a lot of anxiety about having dental work done, but he put me right at ease. The staff is pleasant and helpful in person and on the phone. After making sure the bone healed around the implant properly, I have been given the approval to have the crown put on the implant. He is an amazing surgeon, both kind and professional. He explained every step of the way! I would definitely recommend him - especially if you tend to be nervous about dental work like me!
Ashley Brothers · 1 out of 5 stars · 6 months ago
I had a past complicated traumatic extraction by another dentist involving the buccal plate seperating with tooth and bone removal with a surgical flap in the maxilla and A previous biopsy showed predominantly chronic inflammatory infiltrate and an MRI showing edema and enhancement in upper maxilla. A year later, I still have abnormal persistent jaw pain, facial swelling, palate pressure, and a weird taste in my mouth. During the in-person consult, the surgeon was polite and courteous, but he blamed my ongoing symptoms on COVID. Other providers and specalists found my symptoms concerning and recommended I see an oral surgeon. Unsatisfied with that answer, I called back, and the surgeon said he couldn’t help me, saw nothing on the scan, and refused to do any further testing to definitively rule things out or in and recommended I go to rochester. He ended the call abruptly.
If you have complex post-extraction complications or chronic facial/jaw pain, this office may not provide thorough follow-up or evaluation. I recommend seeking a different specialist who will take your concerns seriously and provide thorough care.
Jocelyn Tingley · 5 out of 5 stars · a year ago
Great staff, dr is extremely nice and talks you all the way through procesure...I have massive anxiety and he helped me and noticed I was having an attack. He kept me calm and was understanding. I had an apilectomy procedure. I will go to this practice anytime I need an oral surgeon. Highly recommend.
Jessica Brown · 5 out of 5 stars · a year ago
Dr. Bhandari was amazing and took care of my two broken teeth very quickly. He talked me through the entire process and was very concerned for any discomfort I was in. Within a week of having a consult I was scheduled for the extraction. Amazing experience.
Alexis Gately · 5 out of 5 stars · 6 years ago
Dr. Bhandari was very professional and kind! I was anxious to get my wisdom teeth removed but he explained the entire process to me at my consultation and the morning of the surgery. He made me feel calm, relaxed, and knowledgeable regarding the removal. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs oral surgery in the area.
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About Vestal Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Vestal Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is an oral surgery practice located at 112 Plaza Drive in Vestal, New York, serving patients from Vestal, Binghamton, Johnson City, Endicott, Endwell, and Sayre, Pennsylvania. The practice is led by Amar R. Bhandari, DDS, MD, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who is also a licensed physician. Dental implants are a core focus. The practice's website describes implant placement, bone grafting to build up insufficient jawbone before implants, sinus lifts, ridge augmentation, socket preservation, implant-supported overdentures, options for patients missing all of their upper or lower teeth, and a Teeth-in-an-Hour approach. Patients can also find information on the site about what to expect after implant placement and the cost of dental implants.
Beyond implants, the office provides wisdom tooth removal, tooth extractions, jaw surgery, facial trauma care, oral pathology, pre-prosthetic surgery, treatment for jaw joint (TMJ) disorders and sleep apnea, and platelet rich plasma therapy. Dr. Bhandari's care team is trained to assist with intravenous (IV) sedation in the office. The practice notes extended hours on select days, appointment reminders, and quick turnaround on calls and appointment requests, and it works with referring dentists through online and printable referral forms. Regular office hours run Monday through Thursday from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM and Friday from 7:45 AM to 12:00 PM. The office can be reached at (607) 729-7600.
Meet the Doctors
Dr. Amar R. Bhandari, DDS, MD, is the oral surgeon at Vestal Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. According to the practice's website, he is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He earned his dental degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude, from the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and his medical degree from the University at Buffalo School of Medical and Biomedical Sciences. He completed a general surgery internship in Buffalo followed by residency training in oral and maxillofacial surgery, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. He is licensed in New York as both a physician and a dentist and holds memberships in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the American Dental Association, and the Medical Society of the State of New York.
