I was referred to Dr. Handelsman by my regular dentist to examine an issue with my lower right gum. After an x-ray and examination, Dr. Handelsman discovered that I needed osseous surgery to correct the issue. Due to travel and my boyfriend's rotator cuff surgery, I needed to put off this surgery for a few months, which was fine.
My level of dental anxiety is moderate to high, but Dr. Handelsman and his hygienist gave me a topical to numb the area before giving me shots to further numb the area. The entire surgery took only 30-40 minutes, and I was given printed post-surgical instructions, an ice pack, some Peridex, and a soft bristle toothbrush.
Not only is Dr. Handelsman a skilled surgeon, but he is also just so friendly and gentle and kind. Despite my anxiety, I felt that I was in the best of hands with him for my surgery.
I have a follow up meeting with him next week.
His office staff are also great, including Lupe and Laurie, who handle the business side of his practice.
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