There are not a lot of people who look forward to going to the dentist and I downright dread it. I have avoided the dentist for the last four years because of horrible past experiences (mostly as a child).
I found Dr. Stan Turner online after doing a Google search for pain free dentistry and also looked at the listing who I am approved for through my insurance. I was able to request an appointment online and I was called back the next day to set up a date and time.
I had my first initial visit and I actually enjoyed the experience because I was told exactly what was going on and was even shown a short video of how one of their lasers works (to detect cavities, totally painless). Knowing what was going on was comforting. I was asked to schedule another appointment for the next week so I could come in with my husband and talk about the proposed treatment plan. The staff was very reassuring that what I have done is my choice and that they will tell me what they recommend is best for me, and what time lines work best with my insurance.
Today I went in for my cleaning and I was given Novocaine so I would not feel anything (because I am super sensitive and horrified of the pain associated with things like that). The only thing I felt during the shots was slight pressure and Dr. Turner continually made sure that he was not hurting me.
Everybody is kind, patient and nonjudgmental. I felt genuinely cared for, which is something I have never experienced at a dentist before.
I still have a lot of upcoming appointments with them and my fear has really gone down.
Bonus points for being able to confirm online, view insurance/bills online and also, my favorite, being able to see the estimated time of each appointment.
Update: They have massaging chairs! MASSAGING CHAIRS! Enough said! read more