Fast new smile

Provider Review

• 12 Oct 2017

If you are researching any type of implant procedure and looking for the best team to accommodate your specific needs, please take a min and read this. I spent about 3 months researching the All on 4 procedure and longer searching for the right doctor. Specifically, one that would understand my needs. As sad as it is, many places will tell you what you want to hear in order to close a sale.Being disingenuous is not the way to win over a patient that already has one foot out the door. If you are reading all the reviews about FNS you’ll see a very common theme, it's how they feel about Dr. Almasri and his staff. I never gave much thought about the importance of a strong staff,until I was in their care. FEAR- I can relate. I am Trypanophobic Fear of all medical/dental procedures involving needles and surgery. Approximately 10% of the population is said to have this particular phobia. EMBARRASSED- When I was 11, I smashed my four front teeth on the end of a balance beam. Many procedures and an impatient dentist later, I developed a phobia. I no longer had my pretty teeth, I had awkward looking crowns. RIGHT CHOICE-When I found Dr. Almasri I had already consulted with 4 different places. I was not expecting anything different. I actually received a *certified* letter from one i specialist I met with in Aug .Basically, he decided to not move forward with my treatment. He explained that with my trypanaphobia and complicated work “ he did not feel he could help. He added that we lacked a connection he was used to having with patients.. It should be noted, this was weeks after I refused to be pressured into scheduling with him. TRUST- Fast New Smile- I was IMMEDIATELY put at ease by Kelly. I explained my history..She listened to me.She was compassionate promised that I was in good hands. Unlike other consults, where I was told ‘ we deal with people like you all the time’ that was simply not true and it was a deal breaker for me. Kelly assured me that they have patients with all levels of fear and they would work with me . When I met Dr. Almasri during that same consult, he listened to me and I listened to him. He assured me he could help. I believed him but true to my nature, was still a little apprehensive. Thankfully, his words and confidence resonated with me it and it ended up being the smartest decision I would make.A few days later I made the call. WORK UP APPT- Kelly was instrumental in getting me to my work up appointment. When I called her expressing my anxiety ( too much internet research ) she was so supportive and patient with me. The work up was actually fun and I got to meet the AMAZING team. Brent, Trina and wonderful Dr. Caffroni. They made the whole experience super comfortable. I am normally a ham when I see a camera, but smiling?...big smiling...was out of my comfort zone. They do this everyday and will put your mind at ease. It was during my work up that Dr. Almasri came in and talked to me about how “we” were going to get me through the IV process. His including “me” in the plan was comforting. SURGERY DAY-The surgery was PAINLESS...the IV was my biggest fear, the surgery was secondary. I did not feel the IV at all.. one minute was blabbing about something, next it was like I blinked and I was done.  He did something amazing  for me. First, he kept his promise about my being in good hands. I felt very safe and cared for. He took away the pain that plagued my everyday life. More importantly ,he had restored my trust With his encouraging words and compassionate bedside manner. I can honestly say that I would trust Dr. Almasri with my life. He did an incredible job. It’s one week later and I am doing great. I want to help others that are struggling to find the right doctor. If you feel overwhelmed by ALL the places to choose from.I am hoping this helps you in some way. Believe what his patients are saying. Not only do they change lives...every once in a while they save one.