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Ashley Fuschino
1 day ago
This review reflects my experience with communication, coordination, and patient care, and is not a reflection of the clinical outcome or results of the procedure.
I was informed that LANAP was needed they offered me the want list and was promptly referred to a financial coordinator. I was immediately presented with a paper stating the total cost was $6,000 and asked when I wanted to schedule. During this visit, I had to ask repeatedly for details about financing options - insurnace was not even offered or talked about. The interaction felt rushed and transactional during what is a significant medical discussion.
After securing financing and returning for the procedure, payment was taken and I was brought back by a different assistant. Several comfort accommodations that had been discussed in advance and noted on my request list (including a heavy blanket) were not provided.
Prior to surgery, I was visibly anxious and shaking. My blood pressure reading at that time was 150/121, significantly elevated compared to my normal baseline of 118/70 that morning. Despite this, anxiety-reducing measures were not initiated. Laughing gas, which was on my request list, was not offered until the second half of the procedure, at which point I accepted.
Once numb and relaxed, I had difficulty maintaining jaw position. I explained that I could not feel whether my mouth was open due to numbness. The interaction at that point felt impatient rather than supportive.
At the conclusion of the procedure, the doctor exited without post-procedure communication except papers to read for post care. An assistant cleaned me up, but additional items discussed for post-procedure comfort (such as a jaw pack) were not provided. I also received a “How did we do?” text message before I had even left the chair.
Post-procedure coordination was also lacking. I arrived home around 11 a.m. and waited more than two hours without notification that my antibiotic prescription had been sent. While still numb, I had to contact the office myself. By mid-afternoon I had to call again , I was informed the prescription might be sent later in. The day which my fear could result in me getting meds the next day! the After undergoing surgery that morning, timely access to prescribed antibiotics medication should not require multiple follow-ups by the patient.
There was no follow-up call to check on my condition or address questions after the procedure. In which using online to determine if stuff was normal.
I was told I could return to work the next day. . However, no one asked about the nature of my work or daily demands, such as whether I speak on the phone for extended periods. Activities that involve frequent talking have triggered jaw soreness and gum irritation, including bleeding, particularly within the first few days after the procedure. Even four days post-procedure, extended speaking remains difficult due to jaw discomfort. Clearer guidance tailored to work-related demands would have been helpful in setting realistic expectations and recovery planning.
I am sharing this feedback so future patients — especially those who are anxious — receive clearer communication, better follow-through on agreed comfort measures, and more consistent post-procedure care.