I found Dr. McDow through my insurance find-a-doctor. It can feel like a gamble to find a stranger to operate on your mouth, and I'm so happy to have landed in his office. He has an amazing bedside manner, and his staff were vibrant and friendly. The office itself is nice and is located in the popular 450 Sutter building. Highly recommended. Thanks again Dr. McDow. read more

I highly recommend Dr. McDow for dental implant and extraction procedures. He's performed several different ones for me, and I've never experienced any problems or pain afterward. read more

i went to this office for it was listed as a hmo dental provider , when it came to my treatment plan , it was so obvious that the rented office manager geegee was trying to get me to sign for a fraudulent dental plan ,n when i didn't sign ,they canceled the fake oral surgery appointment they made for me !! this office cant be trusted especially if your a hmo patient, that's where geegee comes in with the scam!! if you get sylvia,ppo patients ,your lucky!!! its your roll of the dice,,n it's so sad , you can't even trust a surgeon to be honest, greed,its never enough !! taking from the peoples who has the less of !!! its never enough!!! greed. , greed greed!! take that chance at this office if your rich! mo read more

Craig McDow, DMD MS - Oral Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

Spoke with three different doctors about my tooth extraction and ultimately decided to go with Dr. McDow. He provided the most comprehensive consultation -- highlighting things no previous doctor had -- and was open and supportive to using an autograft instead of the typical allograft (cadaver). The procedure went perfectly! The extraction site had practically no pain and at my 1-week check-up everything was better than expected. His office staff was kind, supportive, and communicative. I would highly recommend Dr. McDow and his team for a tooth extraction. read more

The BEST oral surgery experience is in my life. Very gentle, compassionate, and stellar experience I've ever had and would recommend to everyone. read more

Dr. McDow is hands down the best I have ever experienced!! He took a frightened and dentist phobia individual and set me at ease by explaining the procedures with understanding, compassion, and with a touch and skill that I have yet to match. I have been coming to his office for 15years. I wish that he was also a general dentist but I continue to look for a dentist to replace the best dentist I ever had that passed away. If you want the best skilled oral surgeon with a soft touch, gentle and compassionate care, then McDow is a must!!!! read more

I had an implant done by Dr. McDow and I can not say enough about how perfectly they handled the whole procedure. The moment I walked in the door Tina greeted me with warmth and always put a smile on my face. She followed up, making sure that everything was being taken care of and I didn't miss any appointments. The whole office is wonderfully professional and the technology amazing. I knew everything was going to be as good as it could possibly be. And, it was! read more

Most people, including myself, dread going to the dentist, let alone an oral surgeon. I was super nervous when I showed up for my initial consultation. Doctor McDow put me at ease right away. He spent the first 15 minutes just chatting with me about what field of work I am in, and we learned we both had a passion for running. I have never had a medical professional spend so much time just getting to know me on a personal level. He then explained the entire treatment process in detail and really put me at ease. I never felt rushed that day or any other day I have come into that office. About two weeks later, I came back for my tooth extraction and bone graft. Again - I was super nervous. Doctor McDow and Betty were great! The procedure went flawlessly. Afterward, they let me take as much time as I needed to fully wake up and recover. They even left one of their personal cell phones next to me playing music as I was waking up! I went home, and the first few days I had questions about my recovery. Doctor McDow mentioned I could text him anytime I had any issues. I was stunned - he responded before I practically finished my text! He continued to do so over the next few days - as I can be overly worrisome and had quite a few questions. I am healing nicely thus far, and had no complications. I will have to go back and continue treatment to get an implant in the coming months. I know I am in great hands with Doctor McDow and his team! read more

I have the sense that Dr. McDow is still practicing oral surgery after so many years because he's so damn good at it and enjoys doing what he's doing. Affable, and professional, he explains all that needs to be understood and never seems hurried or just going through the motions. The well equipped modern office is conveniently located and well staffed with folks who seem to enjoy doing what they're doing. Highly recommended... read more

Dr. McDow was really nice and did a great job, however, because of the admin staff, I won't be back. They charged me for services in full, even though I have insurance and then never filed a claim for me. When I called they said, of course, we'll file a claim for you, but three months later and still nothing. To make matters worse, they made me complete an online survey before the visit that required about 30 minutes of my time AND the survey asked all kinds of questions about my insurance. So sad, because I really liked Dr. McDow. UPDATE: After sending a fax that hinted that I was a Yelp! user, my husband received a call asking for his credit card number so he could be reimbursed for all charges. We also received a voicemail indicating that they had sent the paperwork to the insurance, but that the insurance had lost or messed-up the paper work. I have no way of knowing if what she said was true, but I do know that in the eight years that I have gone to my dentist, I have never had any trouble with insurance payments. I believe that the insurance company messes up (a lot), but I think other offices may follow-up when they notice something is amiss (because they rely on the insurance for their money and don't charge the patient up front). I do really appreciate the office making things right for us and in the end. read more

I came here because I had to get all 4 of my wisdom teeth extracted. From start to finish, this office exceeded my expectations. Everyone I dealt with --- receptionists, nurses, and the doctor --- was professional yet personable and friendly, and gave me all of the information I needed. Dr. McDow is exactly the type of personality that I like to deal with in the health care domain. He's smart and well-spoken, and doesn't talk down or make you feel like you're being rushed out. 6 stars for bedside manner. During the consultation, everything went quickly, and I was given a very detailed look at what I was about to get into, all of the potential risks, and how likely those risks were for me. After the consultation, Pat at the front desk contacted my insurance company and straightened out all of the details about my coverage, what I had available, what I needed to pay, etc. Given the huge number of complaints on other doctor/dentists comment rolls about misquoting insurance coverage, this was a HUGE win for this office. The procedure itself was way easier than I expected. I guess it helped that I had IV sedation. Getting the IV inserted was the worst part: I've never had an IV, and the thought of it kind creeped me out. The nurses were oh-so-supportive, and not condescending at all. They made me feel very relaxed, and got me through it quickly. The last thing I remember is Dr. McDow telling me I had good blood pressure. The next thing I knew, I felt *very* good, and couldn't feel my mouth. They were done. The healing procedure has been a piece of cake. I've hardly needed pain-killers (only when I get crazy and try to eat something that's too hard to chew). After hearing way too many horror stories about the tribulations of the days after extraction, I am counting myself quite fortunate to have been in such good hands. If you live in or near SF, and you need wisdom tooth extraction, run, don't walk, to Dr. McDow's office and get 'er done! read more

Need your wisdom teeth out? I got a guy. Dr. McDow & his staff were great. My tooth was below the gumline & possibly encased in bone, so they recommended sedation for the procedure. They managed to cut that sucker out & get me into recovery in about 30 minutes, then they let me rest up for awhile before sending me on my way with meds. I even got a follow-up phonecall later on in the evening from the good Doctor himself checking in to see how I was feeling. God forbit I should ever need dental surgery of any kind, I'll be back to see Dr. McDow & his staff. read more

I am 28-years old and ashamed to admit that I've always been too scared to get my wisdom teeth out. When an impacted wisdom tooth made facing my fear inevitable, I was referred to Dr. McDow who found a way to make a terribly foreboding necessity into a delightful experience. He and his staff including Linda were phenomenal, my dentist called their office on my behalf and they were able to fit me in immediately for a consultation and xray. Sensing my nerves, they did everything in their power to make be feel as comfortable and informed about the process as possible. Dr. McDow has the gentleness of a pediatrician with the skills of a surgeon, making me feel like I was with an old friend rather than a plier- wielding foe. He would be a great choice for anyone terrified at the prospect of oral surgery, be it an 8-year old or a 28-year old. There is no better choice out there. 5 STARS! read more

I had a few visits with different Dr's. Regarding on my 4 wisdom teeth removal. He is the most patient Dr I have ever seen. He is also very professional. My teeth removal was so quick and painless. After 2 days I can do normal things just like nothing happened. Amazing experience. I would recommend him to anyone. read more

When one anticipates the extraction of wisdom teeth, a new expectation should be synonymous with nervousness: poorly executed Dentist jokes. As was the case when I recently visited Dr. McDow's office for the removal of my one wisdom tooth (I'm very evolved). In consideration of how many people come into a dentist's office that are beside themselves with anxiety, it will come as no surprise that the staff will try to 'lighten the mood' with a few corny jokes. Personally, I love a good joke here and there-but when I was in for my consult the one-liners being slung around the dentist's chair were coming much too frequently, in my humble opinion. What made matters worse was the fact that the dental assistant was just guffawing at every little un-humorous and probably repetitive joke that was uttered. I felt like I was on a hidden camera show. The extraction date itself went much smoother. Being a habitual Law and Order SVU viewer, I did not want to be put under for my procedure and settled with local anesthesia. I have to hand it to Dr. McDow, for all of his corny jokes and little annecdotes, he was in and out of my mouth in approximately five minutes. It felt just like High School. They even let me wear headphones during the procedure, so instead of listening to the cracking of my tooth and scraping open of my gums I was listening to the heavenly intonations of the Ronettes. At one point, the three heads of the dental assistant, the woman shadowing her (which does not usually happen, they were just training her), and the Dentist were all within my line of vision, hovering close enough to my ear buds to hear the music and were all bobbing their heads in tune. I wish I could have taken a video. I highly recommend this office for their friendly, caring and 'humorous' staff, and am glad that I was referred here for my extraction. If I was born with more than one wisdom tooth, I would not want it to be removed by anyone else but Dr. McDow. read more

Staff is kind and all seem to like their jobs. A good sign. I had an extraction and getting an implant soon. It was a very seamless process. If you have a problem, I'd recommend McDow do the work. I became a patient based on the recommendation of a dentist who sent his son to McDow to have work done. What is a better recommendation than that? read more

OK so... I am also one of those people who waited until my early 30s to have my wisdom teeth extracted, partly out of financial hardship, but mostly because I'm totally chicken-shit. Alas, the time came when the back of my mouth started feeling like a junk yard and I had to face the facts. I was referred to Dr McDow by my dentist Dr Felton, whom I trust wholeheartedly. I want to make it point to mention that before my consultation appointment, I started to experience some serious discomfort on one side of my mouth. Dr McDow was great in expediting the whole process. The front office and support staff are compassionate and empathetic. In particular, the doctor's right-hand woman (whose name escapes me at the moment, dang it) was AWESOME. She was thorough in explaining the procedure and very accommodating in addressing all my irrational phobias. They even furnished me with some Valium to calm my nerves prior to the procedure. Recovery time was almost non-existent. Very minimal bleeding and pain. I felt completely stupid for acting like such a ninny. Truly an extraordinarily easy experience. I was more afraid of being put under than of the operation itself. That being said, I had originally opted for local anesthesia but was coaxed into general (IV) anesthesia at the last minute, which is a decision I don't necessarily regret. However, it turns out general anesthesia was not covered by my insurance, which resulted in a very hefty bill. If I were to make one suggestion, it would be to mention this detail (or the possibility) at the time of consultation (or at least prior to being put in the chair). Otherwise, it was a great experience. read more

Update: I experienced the same thing as the other Yelper. I am asked to pay the rest of the bill, which was told to be covered by my insurance a week after my surgery. I paid the uncover part before the surgery. New update: The bill they sent to me is a mistake and they apologized for it. read more

Dr. McDow recently completed a tooth implant for me. He and his Office Staff were highly proficient. They were excellent with explaining the procedure, precise with billing my insurance company and delivered top notch care. I had a seamless recovery. I healed nicely and I attribute a large portion of that success due to Dr. McDows and staffs expertise in their field. I highly recommend this office of dental treatments. Btw- The office is very friendly and easily reachable by phone. read more

Came in for a consult about an implant and the extraction of my long overdue wisdom teeth. Dr. is extremely personable and thus far I have had no billing problems with the office - They billed my insurance (MetLife), 18 and change went unpaid (after consult appt), I sent them the balance in the mail. So far, no kickback. Their billing honored MetLife's fee schedule and was seemingly in line with market-price. I found them to be the most honest seeming office on the business end. That said, the Dr advocated the longest implant treatment plan timeline of all three surgeons I consulted. I don't know what that was about. But, as everyone has different clinical judgement (based on a combine of their own experience and let's hope empirical data) and assesses situations differently, I will presume he had his reasons. He also comped the x-ray as the one from the previous surgeon was supposedly not of diagnostic quality as per notes from another dentist I saw in-between. I ultimately went with a different surgeon who was comfortable with a shorter timeline. But, I'd be comfortable with this surgeon as a person otherwise. read more

So like everyone else I waited months to get a molar with a cracked root extracted. Made an appointment with Dr. McDow (as refered by my excellent dentist Dr. Sonny Joseph) for the extraction. Prepped and sedated by Dr. McDow and his top notch team, the procedure began. Even though I was sedated I was conscious and kept waiting for the tooth to come out. Next thing I know I'm done and ready to go home. The procedure took about 15 painless minutes total including bone graft and sutures. So the moral of this story is, if you need oral surgery don't wait like I did. Make an appointment with Dr. McDow. read more

Hard to be happy with a day of dental drama like the one I just had, but I am happy. And, I am happy because of the 3 lovely doctors, and their staffs, who were a part of making my day endurable. These three Drs. are: Dr. Felton, Dr. Machule, and Dr. McDow. I'll mention each Doctor on his own page, but wanted to list all three together on every page. So, tooth extraction was the order from Dr. Machule, and David from Dr. Felton called Dr. McDow, who graciously agreed to fit me into his day. Despite his having gone to Michigan (Go IRISH), I liked him right away. His staff was superb. From the nice women who handled my paper work at various points, to the staffers who helped in my extraction - everyone gave lots of info, covered every question, and made sure I knew everything that went and would go on. And the woman who gave my post-op instructions was really clear and gave me info in a way I could remember - so I am especially grateful to her. And, Dr. McDow himself - rockstar. He explained everything really well, actually read my paperwork (so nice when you fill out all those forms and they read them), and was great about making sure I was well taken care of. This was a nasty extraction of a back upper molar. But he was great. He talked about things I cared about to me, to distract from injection and extraction pressure and pain. I laughed a lot (I do when I am nervous), and he just rolled with it. We talked about wills and inheritance law, which I love, and I cannot imagine he does, because he could tell it put me (a recent law school grad nerd) at ease. I am only 4 hours into the post extraction day. So, I cannot yet vouch that all was a success, but Dr. McDow was so great, that I have to imagine it was smooth and successful. All in all, for having a molar yanked out by its roots, this was a glorious experience. read more

I saw Dr. McDow as a fourth opinion regarding my failing teeth. The original oral surgeon recommend by my periodontist does not accept my insurance so I searched my insurance website & checked Dr. McDow's other yelp reviews. (He did not perform any procedures.) I appreciated his conservative approach as well as his recommendations for both current dental & daily home care. He asked many questions, answered mine & outlined my eventual future treatment. (With the hope he won't see me for awhile & there will be even more implant options by then!) My situation has been stressful but Dr. McDow & his staff helped alleviate many of my fears & even offered a business card with his cell phone for any after hours questions. read more

My entire wisdom teeth extraction experience was wonderful and pleasant. I couldn't of asked for better care. Dr. McDow and his entire staff answered all my questions and made me feel extremely comfortable with the entire process. I'm now healing wonderfully and amazed at how smoothly it all went. I would highly recommend Dr. McDow!!! read more

Dr. McDow is great at taking care of you and following up accordingly! Had such a great experience getting a few teeth extracted and the process from consultation to follow ups are easy as his team ensures that they set you up based on your availability. Highly recommend! read more

Having implants can be real daunting, but you can be rest assured, you are in good hands with Dr. McDow and his team. His many years of invaluable expertise, gentle manner, detailed explanations (with much patience as I would ask repeatedly to understand the process), and his witty sense of humor will put you at immediate ease. My procedure was complicated but it was with very little pain (for a big procedure), however a complication arose due to a manufacturer's faulty implant, but it was rectified during the surgery - luckily for his precise and ortho expertise. The post surgery team was especially attentive, made sure I was warm and comfortable, in their spa lounge chairs/blankets and gave me as much time needed for recovery prior to leaving. Overall a smooth process with the administration/insurance, coordination with appointments, surgery dates, prescription of medication, etc. If you require any regular simple ortho surgery to complicated ortho work - Dr. McDow is the one to go to! You won't be disappointed. read more

I'm part-way through my second extraction & implant with Dr. McDow in the last 5 years. (I'm paying the price now for bad dental habits decades ago). I've found Dr. McDow and his office staff to be highly professional, courteous, personable, full of useful information, and highly focused on the patient's well being and comfort. I believe Dr. McDow is a gifted oral surgeon -- I only had pain for about 12 hours after my extraction, which is truly remarkable. I've barely touched the pain meds. The implant he did 5 years ago is still solid as a rock and giving me no trouble whatsoever. I have equally high expectations for the current implant. I really cannot recommend him highly enough. He's a world-class professional, in my opinion. read more

I am a general dentist who has been working with Dr. McDow for over 20 years. The reason it's been that long is because I can always count on him to treat my patients well and considerately. He takes the time to explain every procedure thoroughly and makes sure the patient is fully informed. My patients report to me that he is kind, gentle, totally painless, and they feel very well-taken care of. I know he is current in all techniques, very knowledgeable, and does not advise any treatment that isn't warranted. I especially respect that latter statement because I've worked with other specialists whom I could not always count on to think of the patient first. Dr. McDow does. I also, having been in the dental community for many years, know that his fees are extremely reasonable. I have the highest regard for Craig and his clinical skills. I never hesitate to refer to him because I'm always confident his treatment will be successful and my patients will be treated properly. Michael Hack, D.M.D. read more

I'd avoid this office if you do not want to share my experience of exchanging more than 23 emails with the staff and still waiting for a refund of $900 that they overcharged me in March of 2016. To be clear, 5 months ago. I am sad to say I usually trust my medical professionals to bill me appropriately (and I have good big-company insurance coverage). The only reason I paid attention to this procedure's bills is because during my wisdom teeth surgery, Dr. McDow decided that he could only take one (not two) of the wisdom teeth out. I had prepaid for both so I was making sure I followed up for the refund. I did eventually get the refund for the one tooth but then discovered on my insurance statement that I was not responsible for almost $900 of the charges I had prepaid. I sent everything to the office and they (after speaking to the insurance carrier) confirmed I was not responsible and they would get me a refund. I have all of the emails and correspondence, and am an attorney so plan to continue to follow up - even if solely on principle. I am writing this because I am 100% correct and they have not disputed it - but the fact that I have had to follow up with them multiple times each month to try to get them to issue the refund is why I write this - no one has time for this. So sad to have this experience when medical procedures and insurance is already so complex and hard to understand. read more

I went to Dr.McDow because I had a mass in the palate of my mouth and no one knew what it was. He did a CT scan and made an appointment for removal. He was very nice and professional. I would certainly recommend him to anyone needing surgery on their mouth. He ended up removing a Nasopalatine Cyst from my top palate. Everything went wonderful. Within a week I was back to new. read more

Dr. McDow is absolutely awesome. His office was able to squeeze me in with very little notice and restrictive insurance timing (I had surgery 6/7 and my insurance expired 6/11). I had to get two teeth ("12 year molars") extracted. The surgery itself was painless (I was so drugged, I couldn't care less what was happening around me) and he made a somewhat complicated procedure seem simple and straightforward. He explained the surgery and aftercare concisely, cohesively, and efficiently. His staff were fabulous as well. If you have to get a tooth pulled (or more than one), I'm sorry... that sucks.... but Dr. McDow will make it suck as little as possible. read more

Dr. McDow and his staff are awesome! I had my wisdom teeth removed today and the procedure was a breeze! I would definitely refer my friends and family to his office! read more

I have been a patient of Dr McDow and under his good care for nearly three years. I first came to him when I had a dreadful abscess under one of my molars. I did not want to lose this precious "chewing" tooth. Via Dr. McDow's skillful interdiction, the affected tooth did not fall prey to the infectious process but was restored to good health via Dr. McDow's swift surgical intervention. To continue, I have had and continue to have my fair share of dental treatment. Over the years, I've experienced copious bone loss in my maxillary ridge in addition to the loss of three teeth compliments of a motor vehicle accident. When my bone loss reached a point of adversely affected my speech and dentition,I returned to Dr. McDow for a consultation. In addition to the bone and gum defects, I asked Dr. McDow to replace my aging fix bridge with dental implants. I knew Dr. McDow had his work cut out for him because of the enormity of both the bone and gum loss, not to mention the missing teeth that I had hoped could be replaced with implants. Dr. McDow did an in depth oral exam along and ordered a series of x-rays. I braced myself for the worse when Dr. McDow presented me with a very comprehensive and yet simple plan that had a strong potential to resolving the bone erosion, gum loss and missing teeth. And I found his fee to be very reasonable. I have now completed two of the three surgical interventions required for my treatment. And I can say without any reservation that Dr. McDow was unequivocally the right choice for my dental needs. Let me explain. The moment you enter Dr. McDow's office, any "white lab coat" apprehension you may be harboring dissipates quickly. The office is bright, airy and comfortable. The patient consultation rooms and treatment rooms offer privacy so that you are comfortable exchanging information with Dr. McDow. The staff welcome you in a sincere and warm manner. To be frank, from the moment you sign in at the front desk, you feel like everyone in the office treats you in such a manner that you feel they always have your best interest at heart. And they do. Pat, Jackie, Anna and Linda to name a few of the staff are very attentive to your needs and always interact with you in a friendly, helpful manner. But I digress. Dr. McDow has a disarming, bedside manner, make that chair-side manner. He's like a brother with whom you always got along with and felt comfortable around. He goes to great lengths to explain his treatment for you in a format that you can easily....digest. No sugar-coating, just the nuts and bolts of what it will take to treat your disorder or restore your dentition. In each of my surgeries, I gained some insight on how very competent a surgeon Dr. McDow is. It was quite apparent how meticulous Dr McDow is with all his instruments and dental supplies perfectly arranged on a large tray before me. I am a nurse who has worked around surgeons, and I can tell you good surgeons are persnickety about their instruments, equipment and the flow of things before, during and after the surgical procedure. Dr. McDow could easily take an award in this category. My surgeries always began with intravenous sedation. This procedure was painless. I often call Dr. McDow the Zen archer because he never misses the vein. Soon after starting the IV, I would hear Dr. McDow giving his assistants specific instructions when I simply went to sleep not really remembering anything else. I guess that's the hallmark of good sedation, not remembering much. Dr. McDow was just as meticulous about my post-surgical care, and he always called me on the evening of the day of surgery to check on my welfare. My procedures involved a good measure of pain, but I was well informed of that and well medicated for it so no surprises there. My bone restoration and dental implants are healing so very well that I am very encouraged by the good results. I am sure Dr. McDow made many sacrifices to become the fine surgeon he is. And I feel like I am one of the lucky ones to be the beneficiary of those sacrifices. If you are considering dental surgery, I believe Dr. McDow would be your best choice of surgeons. He is really focused on you and your dental needs. When you come to him, you have his complete and sincere attention to your problem. He will give you the best possible treatment options and the best possible care. You could do no better! I am so very thankful to this man. He has really improved my dentition...more than I would have thought possible. John A. read more

Had a LAUP (anti-snoring) procedure performed by Dr. McDow in 2007, and 15 years of snoring stopped. The medical staff were very professional and answered all questions up front. The administrative staff helped with insurance claims and what I did pay was the best money I ever spent. read more

The worst experience I've every had with any medical professional. 3 months later I am still in shock in how I was treated, during and after my oral surgery. There was a medical plan that was made. This plan was not carried out by Dr McDow. I was given a medication I specifically asked to be not to given. Not only was Dr McDow unapologetic, he was rude condicending and unprofessional. I will never ever step foot in that office again; nor would I recommend anyone to seek treatment from Dr McDow. He should have his license and practice reviewed. He should be out of practice. read more

If you need your wisdom teeth taken out because the pain is more than unbearable, then this is the place for you. Best doctor I have ever had. He called me on the Sunday after my procedure to check in with me. read more

Dr Graig McDow is an extremely competent oral surgeon. He extracted my 4 wisdom teeth successfully. No pain, no complications at all. I was very scared before the procedure. I was looking for a good doctor who could explain me what he was going to do in my mouth. I had my consultation with Dr. McDow, I told him about my concerns and he was very patient, very professional. He's a very nice person and everyone in his office is as friendly and competent as he is. read more

For those out there searching for the right oral surgeon; stop wasting your time! I needed some implants and have spent several months visiting just about all the oral surgeons in the Bay Area; none of them have spent more than 10 minutes explaining what this was all about except Dr. McDow. You can clearly see that he has the knowledge, experience and care a patient like me would be looking for!. Hats off to Dr. McDow. Again, do not waist your time and money. Go see Dr. Craig McDow. I have a new - healthy and beautiful looking mouth, I love my implants!! Thanks a million Dr. McDow!!. read more

I am new to Yelp but I had to do this because of my great experience recently. My mother was referred to Dr. McDow for implants last year. I don't live in SF so my dentist referred me to another Oral Surgeon but upon my mom's push I went and saw Dr. McDow for a consult 3 weeks ago and I had my wisdom teeth out by Dr McDow two weeks ago. After two other oral surgeons not wanting to touch my lower wisdoms because of the "proximity to the nerves" the brilliant Dr. McDow took those out with NO DAMAGE to my nerves. I know he is famous for his implants but you can NOT go wrong with this choice. Tried and seen!!! He is a kind human being and the most knowledgeable oral surgeon. read more

This review is for Dr. McDow in particular. Can't comment on insurance and billing just yet. I've put off my wisdom teeth extraction for years for one reason or another, despite every professional recommending I get them out. When one tooth decided to break through my gums and become a pain in the ass to clean, I finally decided to just get them all out. My dentist referred me to Dr. McDow. Dr. McDow is a super jolly, hilarious guy. He's like your favorite grandpa (if you're reading this Dr., I mean no offense by that!). I asked other professionals about him before my appointment and everyone spoke very highly of him. He's been around for a while and you can tell that he's still doing this because he loves his job. At the consultation, he instantly put me at ease, answered all my questions with a ton of scientific detail - which I want but rarely get from doctors - and the appointment didn't feel as though I waited an hour for five minutes worth of facetime, which is rare in the fee-for-service medical world. Dr. McDow even texts!! Thank god for someone who's reachable beyond the weekday 9-5 bullshit. The actual surgery went seamlessly as well. I didn't take any pain meds throughout the course of my recovery - and I'm willing to bet that it's because Dr. McDow is that skilled. I'm sure no one ever says that they want to see their oral surgeon again and I'm no exception. But I wish I could be best friends with Dr. McDow. read more