Dr Wakeman, his staff, and Harley the office assistant pup provide a welcoming and comfortable environment (with walls lines with works from local artists) all while providing thorough and professional - yet chill - service.
I had moved to the island a few months before Covid, and trying to set up an appointment as a new patient after the stay-at-home order was lifted was extremely difficult. Offices across the island had to cancel and reschedule hundreds of appointments to accommodate their established patients - resulting in wait-lists up to 18 months long. Fortunately, Annie (office administrator) has the foresight to set a few new patient appointment slots aside, and was able to pencil me in. On the phone and in person, Annie showed such compassion and care, you could almost hear her smile behind her mask. Cindy, the dental assistant, took great care to ensure my comfortability while in the chair as we shared our 'coming to the island' stories. And Dr. Wakeman was a refreshing change of pace from the staunch, almost cold, dentists of my past. He's funny, accessible, and the way he sang the praises of his staff was heartwarming.
With increased safety protocols in place (double masks, paper gowns, sanitizer pens/clipboards, barriers at reception, gloves for patients), I felt very safe in what could be a vulnerable environment.
TL;DR: Need a dentist? Go here. You won't regret it. read more
