Who wants to go have your gums poked at with a sharp instrument raise your hand. No takers? Well,…read moreif you need periodontal treatment, this office on Venice Island is the place to go to. Dr. Lamar is so knowledgeable and soothing. The "poking" did not hurt much at all like I have experienced in the past at other places. She explains each step in detail, and even provides a written "project plan" for your teeth! Her staff is wonderful and truly cares about each patient - you can see that when you are waiting in the front lobby as each patient enters. I need extensive work on my teeth including surgery as I have lost bone - I was given several alternatives and each one was discussed in detail. They ensure that you clearly understand and make follow up calls and discussions. Love this place and the entire staff. Now who else can say they look forward to seeing their periodontist? Well, I do.

From the owner: We practice a full scope of periodontics with expertise ranging from dental implants, hard and soft…read moretissue grafting to cosmetic periodontal surgery. We can correct a wide variety of periodontal (gum) disease.

I had work done by dr. Feldman. The surgery that I had done was skin grafts along with other gum…read moresurgeries. After it was all over I had very little discomfort. He and his staff are great.

From the owner: The practice of Dr. Steven Feldman, a highly trained periodontist in Sarasota County, located in…read moreour historic house in Venice FL, treats not only periodontal disease but is also an implant dentist. Dr. Steven Feldman is proud to offer all periodontal care and the surgical placement of dental implants to the residents of Venice, FL, Sarasota FL, and Sarasota County. Call today to schedule an appointment!

Dr Turner has to understand that the hardest thing to do is gain a customer and the easiest thing…read moreto do is lose them. I won't go into my specifics except to say I have come to realize that her action plans may have more to do with the bottom line and less to do with what the patients need.

This is a chronological summary of my experience with Venice Periodontics and implant surgery. The…read moreperiod covered is approx, one year (2024 thru present). I was referred to this office for the removal of a maxillary molar tooth and consultation for an implant. The dentist was confident that she would be able to successfully perform the implant procedure (with a sinus lift and bone grafting). The ( FIRST) implant was performed several months after tooth extraction. I was told by the dental assistant that the dentist would not perform the implant without sufficient bone formation. Upon arrival for first step of the dental implant, i was medicated, (typical sedation) , i was not alert and the implant was placed. i was never informed as to whether enough bone was generated but procedure went forward. Within the next 20 to 30 hrs, i was experiencing severe pain and could not breathe out of one side of nose. I called the Dentist's office. I explained my situation. I expected to be told to come to the office for an immediate evaluation. The response was that i had much work done, the pain was normal and to be expected. The pain and difficulty breathing got worse,necessitating a visit to my primary care doctor for medication to decrease the inflammation from the obvious infection and something to aid in breathing. Within a few months, i returned to Dr. Lisa Turner's office for the next step of the implant procedure. She commented to her newest assistant that everything looked great. Two minutes later, it was obvious that the implant did not integrate with bone and was loose. (certainly looked like peri-implantitis might have been the obvious issue). There was no explanation as to why I was never invited to come to the office after the very early signs of infection. In fact, the dentist never spoke to me. It was the admin or assistant. At this point, I was told by the dentist that she would investigate. I was never informed about what she did or did not discover during the so called investigation. I was told that she would start a second implant in a few months Everything seemed to go well with 2nd implant , including the first follow up visit. At the next visit the dentist commented to her new newest dental assistant that (looks like dental assistant turn over, this new assistant was being taught and corrected as i was in the chair) everything looked very good. Within the next few minutes, it was determined that the second implant was also loose. At this point the dentist asked if me there was anything wrong with me and that this must be systemic problem with me, (diabetes, etc.) She made me feel quite uncomfortable and concerned about my general health. I promptly informed the dentist that there was nothing systemically wrong with me as indicated through recent blood work. I was told by her that hygiene was not the problem and that this never happens to her . I was not provided with an explanation for the for second failure in a year. At this point she spun down my own blood and explained that she would use the a portion of the spun down blood (protein or plasma enriched to promote healing. She took the time to show me blood layers in a tube of my blood. (I was a bioanalyical scientist many years , again, silliness. Explanation was more of a pacification and i guess was to make me feel better). i was told that we would let this heal and try a 3rd time if I was still interested (of course, that was a ridiculous offer. I cant imagine why anyone would have continued to see this dentist unless they wanted to experience pain and failure). To be completely transparent, the 2nd implant was discounted for materials but i must have given this office approx. 7,000 dollars, maybe more. After all of this i was told that i still owed approx. 1,500 dollars (again, rediculous). Also, i must say the dentist was reluctant to release my imaging to another specialist. This is what I was told from new office. I was told by a more experience dentist that the 2nd implant never should have been performed prior to determining why the first implant failed. Finally, i want to echo a review for this office. I inquired via phone as to whether i needed a medication several days before the next implant. I was told no on the day before the procedure. On the date of the 2nd implant, I was asked if i took the prescribed medication. I explained that the admin said not necessary. I was then given the medication and was told that all pre - op calls provide a generic message or something to that effect. I am currently seeing another dentist . I suggested that Dr. Turner's office refund at least half of the money they received . ( I did not receive a cent) . Severe pain , no results and thousands of dollars for nothing! BTW, others have told me that this dentist's technique is a bit rough, to say the least The above is my opinion, nothing more and nothing less.

Dr Ross was great , yucky procedure,had to do it.staff is great kind considerate and very…read moreprofessionsl. Thank you all for such a good experience with a yucky procrdure.

From the owner: Sarasota Periodontal Associates located in Venice, FL are your trusted specialists in periodontics…read moreand implantology. As board-certified periodontists, we have extensive, advanced training to provide care for dental and facial conditions. We specialize in conservative and surgical treatment of gum disease including cosmetic procedures to aesthetically enhance your smile, as well as dental implants that can replace single or multiple missing teeth. We strongly believe that our patient's comfort is an important part of quality dental care. Our experienced specialists will work with you to restore both the function and aesthetics of your smile. Schedule a consultation today.

Dr. Mathers is a very kind man and is the gentlest doctor that you will go to. I am very impressed…read morewith his his knowledge of dentistry and kindness Jean Fitzgerald

Robert is The Best Dentist in Sarasota area, a Real Doctor with a huge experience who is really…read morehelping people with a very reasonable prices without ripping patients off. He is very honest and if other dentists told you to fix lots of other teethes even they are not needed to be fixed. I am very happy with Robert and I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thank you very much for his practice! We need more Dentists like Robert!

Dr. Mitchell sold me Vega oral Care Recovery kit without paying for a doctor visit. Another office…read morewanted to charge me for doctor visit too. It tells me a lot. For Dr. Mitchell health of people is more important than money. Everybody knows American health system spoiled by money but a few unspoiled doctors still exist.

Being on this Earth for 6+ decades it is amazing, wonderful & so helpful to find a professional in…read moreany industry especially healthcare that provides quality honest intelligent and high integrity!!! That is NOT constrained by some corporate oversight that only cares in profits! That actually takes time to answer ALL your questions & concerns. Finally cares more for the patient than $$$!!! I am EXTREMELY impressed with Dr Mitchell, his wonderful staff & practice!!! I have done a LOT of research on my need for expensive implants locally, nationally and even internationally. I have researched all the latest implant technologies & options. Dr Mitchell is not the least expensive but my deep feeling is he is HIGHLY qualified & up to date on the latest tech! No, I swear I'm NOT his "Mom"!

The dental scheduler /insurance guru is the highlight of anyone's day. Unless you are Scrooge…read more The dentist won me over with her sweetness and more than kindness during extraction of my back molar. It was a hip hip hooray. Loved the knowledge and wisdom of exactly how to extract. Priceless. My hygienist cleaned my teeth quickly and efficiently. This group is a home run. No brainer.

Excellent hygenist but always runs late. They need to schedule better. Office help seems very…read moreknowledgeable and helpful also.

STAY AWAY!!! MISLEADING & UNETHICAL BUSINESS PRACTICES!!…read more BEWARE of up-charging and unexpected out-of-pocket fees!!! You need to ask if every little service being provided is covered by your insurance and you will need to verify on your own or you will pay dearly! Don't trust what the assistants and staff tell you and don't sign their financial waiver. These people are looking to make a buck. Dr. Dockus & hygienist (4 stars) provided thorough examination/ cleaning and explained treatment plan but never mentioned "additional out-of-pocket cost until " Dr left the room. His dental assistant, then shows me the treatment plan and tells me that I will owe them $118 today after the cleaning for gum treatment that is needed. Now, I've never paid for dental cleanings in the past because my insurance covers @ 100%. Despite my shock w/ cost, I agreed because I needed my teeth cleaned and was told this would help protect my gums. Post cleaning and at check out I was charged $136 total. It was also recommended that I schedule my cleanings every 3-4 months. However, my insurance only covers 2 cleanings per year (every 6 months). Prior to my exam, a full oral cancer screening was recommended which I declined after asking if it was included and paid by insurance...it wasn't and would have cost me an additional $75. Really like the Dentist & Hygenist, but not their shady business practices of trying to get more money (nickel & dime) out of their patients. Needless to say I won't be back. They need to be more transparent with costs upfront when scheduling visits!!! UPDATE: After writing this review, Jordan their practice manger called me and left a message saying that she identified costs that I would be reimbursed for. Today 10/29, I receive a text and email saying that I owe an addition $53 after paying $136 at my visit. These people are looking to rob you!! Their billing dept is inept and they will try to get you to schedule cleanings every 3-4 months, despite insurance only paying for 2 cleaning a year. Both my mother-in-law and wife went here and were SOLD services that "are covered by insurance", but months later they were billed $200 and $80 respectively. Stay away!!!!

I wanted to share my experience after several months of treatment at this dental office…read more Unfortunately, the process of getting a crown was far more complicated and drawn out than expected. After multiple visits and adjustments, I am now six months out and still experiencing sensitivity, which has been frustrating and concerning. While the dentist was kind and professional, the billing and insurance experience has been extremely disappointing. I was given estimates for my out-of-pocket costs that turned out to be significantly inaccurate. Months after treatment, I am still receiving additional bills. I was transparent about where my yearly insurance limit stood, but I was told that information was inaccurate. Only after receiving my most recent $1,100 bill did they claim they were now providing an accurate quote. When I called to ask why the estimated payment was so far off, the blame was placed on me for supposedly going to another office, which is false, and the representative was very rude. I would not have continued treatment if I had known this practice was manipulative about costs and disregarded my concerns about going over my yearly limit. I am now going elsewhere to resolve my dental issues--somewhere I am not receiving surprise bills months later and where pricing is transparent. This office attempted to charge inflated prices, to the point that my insurance company had to intervene and reduce the original $4,000 charge down to $1,100. I was very upfront with the billing department about NOT wanting to continue treatment once my yearly maximum was reached, yet here we are. If you care about price transparency, I would proceed with caution.