I have to write a review and rave about my experience with Studio Nine30, Dr. Matt and his staff because for the first time in years I am pain free! Five years ago I was told that I needed to have a very costly bridge on my lower left side. I listened to the doctor and had the procedure done. From the moment it was done I was in pain. I was told that this was the only option and that pain was normal from the procedure. Instead of the pain lessening, and fading with time, it only got worse. The bridge came loose once and I had to have it re-installed. The doctor was less than professional and irritated if I mentioned the pain. Years went by and I was still in pain. I tried to treat it myself by putting aspirin directly on the site and letting it dissolve. Finally I just gave up trying to have the bridge fixed and resigned myself to the fact that I was going to be in pain.
Fast forward to August of 2015 and now, May of 2016. I was visiting family in Bend and was recommended to Dr. Matt. During my visit in August 2015 I was examined and told that the bridge wasn't fastened correctly and it was rocking front to back. Hence the constant pain. Dr. Matt removed the bridge that day and I had instant relief. I can't tell you how happy I was to have it out of my mouth. Dr. Matt next came up with a multi-step treatment plan. First was to let the site heal completely, which I did. I planned another trip in May of 2016 to start on implants. Dr. Matt had me in the chair for just an hour and he did the implant surgery without any complications. Once the numbing medicine wore off I was still pain free even after the surgery. My next step is to come back in August and have the crowns made and I'll have a brand new bridge. I have no doubt it will go smoothly and I'll still be pain free. Every step of my new treatment was explained clearly and done with such care. I really appreciated the kindness and care that he and his staff took with me. I felt that I was listened to and understood for the very first time.
My recommendation to everyone is that if you need any dental work, whether its a complicated implant, crowns, or a simple filling that you should go see Dr. Matt Engel. You will be pleased with his attention to detail, the friendly and talented staff and the office environment. This was the first time I was able to relax at the dentist's office. read more