I've been going to Dr. Watkins for 10 years. This review will be mostly about the cleaning since I…read morehaven't had any major work that requires the dentist.
First off, since this is Covid season, a lot of people who are concerned about aerosols can be at ease here. I had an appointment this week, and they have their safety protocols in place and well-organized! You sign a Covid consent form before arriving, call or text before being let it, and they take your temp when you enter. The hygiene and assistant are donned with PPE from head to toe quite literally. The chair is wrapped in plastic, and the operatory is equipped with filters to suck the air during the procedure. At the end of the visit, they rewrap the chair and wipe everything down. Seems like lots of extra work for everyone, but I definitely felt safe.
Ok, on to the rest of the review...
The practice is small with one doctor, one assistant, one hygienist, and one office manager who is also the receptionist. The staff is always very pleasant. Upon entering, you will be greeted with a warm and friendly hello by Desiree, the office manager. Don't be surprised if you get caught up in a conversation with her because she's that approachable and easy to talk to. Well, the whole office is, really.
The assistant is also very friendly and gentle when taking x-rays. That is important to me because I have a major gag reflex. With the new digital x-rays, the "film" is even bigger. Alba handles it very well. So, I appreciate that very much!!! Also, nice that I haven't had to retake x-rays because the assistant didn't take it right the first time.
The hygienist, Mina, is also excellent at what she does and is so, so gentle on the gums. I've had deep cleanings with her without anesthesia, and I didn't cry from the pain. She's also a dental hygiene instructor, so she's very knowledgeable!
Dr. Watkins has only so far done my exam after cleanings, and my encounters with him have been brief but pleasant as well. I'm also glad that he doesn't cheat his patients like I've heard from other offices. Good ethics are practiced here!
I definitely, highly recommend coming here!