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Craig Anderson

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Craig Anderson
St. Paul Oral Surgery
(34 Reviews)
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(651) 645-6429

 2550 University Ave W Ste 115N Saint Paul, MN 55114

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(34 Reviews)
Service
4 star average for Service
Environment
4.5 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
4.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
4.5 star average for Recommended
Value
1 star average for Value
Will this Dental Care provider try to get you an appointment ASAP if you have an emergency?
Yes
Was the provider's staff helpful and knowledgeable?
Somewhat
Was this provider's office clean?
Totally yes
Were the staff members able to answer your questions?
Some
Did this provider have an entertaining selection of waiting room magazines?
No
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.214.23
July 09, 2014
Upon arrival, I waited at front desk several minutes. Because the receptionist wasn't available, I sat down in waiting area and was finally acknowledged several minutes later. There was a newspaper and several magazines available for patients in the waiting area. It would have been nice to have a water bubbler available. I noticed a convenience store across the hall, so I went over and purchased a bottled water. We waited 15 minutes before going back to see the Dentist which is an average amount of time in my opinion. I've waited longer elsewhere, not to say that that is acceptable. Dental Assistant was kind and sensitive to my daughter's needs. Dr. Hutchinson eased my daughter's anxiety with humor when entering procedure room. Doctor answered all questions patiently and thoroughly. My daughter's procedure went well with no complications. After surgery, the Dental Assistant went over post-op care instructions thoroughly with both my daughter and me, answering all our questions. We did not feel rushed in any way. I also want to mention that the cost for my daughter's oral surgery was far less expensive than quoted by other Oral Surgeons. I would highly recommend Dr. Hutchinson to my family and friends for oral surgery.
by Alphie xxx.xxx.233.40
January 09, 2014
Did this provider use excessive foul language?
No
Was this provider late to your appointments?
Yes, it ruined my schedule for the entire day
Was this provider argumentative or easily angered?
Very, they contradicted everything I said and became very angry
Were you able to get answers to simple questions from this provider without scheduling an appointment?
Not really. I had to schedule an appointment for most of my questions.
Does this provider use current and safe equipment?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.21.163
September 16, 2013
lol, that last review, I don't even. My oral surgeon did shake my hand, actually, which was not something I would expect or require, but was really nice and comforting at the time. Though I'm not sure why anyone would be outraged about a medical professional who literally has to be free of germs for their job to go out of their way with the physical contact thing. They have to wash and glove up anyway, but, honestly. It was more his demeanor that reassured me, he sounded very experienced, but not stodgy, very easygoing, just what I needed to feel more relaxed. All the other staff had a very similar vibe, like they knew just what they were doing, went out of the way to make it easier for me, joked with me to help me relax, every single one of them was really great, the assistants, the receptionists, they all just had their stuff down. They even understood me with gauze in my mouth, when my brother was like HUH?

Generally, this place was amazing, I was so nervous, and they did nothing but make me feel comfortable and less scared and not worry about the costs, which were some 1500 dollars less than I was expecting from what the last guy quoted me! (who said 'all oral surgeons in the area cost the same', dude sounded like a used car salesman). I paid 780, for all four wisdom teeth out (1 impacted, 2 up in the sinuses which is a kind of impaction but cheaper, and 1 fully errupted, and full anesthesia, with 50% coverage for everything). So 1560 for the whole deal. If you poke around the internet, (and I did which is how I knew the first guy was nuts) that's really good, especially considering the quality of care I received. It's a very nice office too, beautiful, honestly. Scheduling was easy, they were awesome on the phone even when I was all wary about costs, they were happy to quote me prices for the ICD9 codes I had from the first guy.

What else? Um, it's morning after, now, and my recovery has been way easier than what everybody at work told me. I mean, it's the weekend, but bearing in mind the annoyance of extra time for meds and food complications, I could easily head off to work today. Though I know it depends on the person. But considering what I had done, I'm way below par. I mean one of my teeth was sideways, and super low along the jawbone, I don't even know how you would get that thing out, and I'm definitely more sore there, which they mentioned would happen, but mostly I'm pretty okay. And I'm a big whiner about medical stuff. Haven't needed the stronger pain meds outside of sleeping. They gave me reusable ice packs, which I hadn't even expected, thought I would have to buy them at the pharmacy after. I haven't turned black and blue or swelled up really at all. My feeling all came right back a few hours later.

Oh, and when I freaked out again, later, because I was still bleeding after the gauze ran out, and called in, the guy just calmly had my brother check where the blood was still coming from, and it turned out it was just some residual oozing, and seemed like more than it was cause I kept the gauze on too long, nothing to worry about, but they took it very seriously and made me feel safe, even without direct medical contact.

So yeah, extremely positive. Gonna recommend this place to a friend who needs hers out. Agh, tl;dr. Sorry, lots of feels.
by Krista xxx.xxx.133.247
June 22, 2013
Did this provider listen to your input and concerns?
Yes
Did this provider pressure you to purchase any unnecessary products during your visit?
No, my decisions were always respected
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.105.211
March 07, 2013
I would not recommend this provider, even for basic wisdom teeth removal. They answered a couple of my questions over the phone, but they gave incorrect information, talked over me and did not listen well, spoke to me like a child, and seemed annoyed when I disagreed or corrected them. I was also unimpressed by the doctors I spoke to. They are the type that do not shake your hand and frequently interrupt. They decide when you are finished talking and seem to prefer to hear themselves speak. They are arrogant, bustling types. They also need some serious lessons in basic pharmacology. If you have any questions after your oral surgery, you are better off checking Google than calling them.
by Chip xxx.xxx.134.153
February 18, 2013
Did you feel like this provider's office was understaffed?
No, they were fully staffed
Did this provider seem up-to-date with the current advancements in their field?
Yes, they were informing me of new advancements that were extremely recent
Was this provider sympathetic to your situation?
Yes! They went above and beyond to make me feel special and respected
Did this provider rush your appointment?
No
Did this provider seem irritated to be working with you?
No, they were polite
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.1.251
February 18, 2013
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
Yes! I know that I would have gotten better service anywhere else!
Did this provider have reasonable prices?
Not at all, they were ridiculous!
Was it easy to make an appointment with this provider?
I waited longer than I wanted to, but it wasn't terrible
Was the waiting area spacious?
Yes
Was this provider's office clean?
It was satisfactory
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.50.202
December 18, 2012
Does this provider offer flexible appointment times?
Absolutely! I never have a problem!
Did this provider use excessive foul language?
Not at all! They are always respectful and courteous!
Do you feel that you could have received better service somewhere else?
Definitely not; I received the best service ever!
Was this provider argumentative or easily angered?
Not at all, they were one of the kindest, most attentive individuals I've ever met
Did this provider seem up-to-date with the current advancements in their field?
Yes, they were informing me of new advancements that were extremely recent
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.99.240
October 25, 2012
Are you going to visit this provider again?
Without a doubt!
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this provider's office?
They were average
Did you spend a lot of time in the waiting room at this provider's office?
No, my appointment started at the scheduled time
Did this provider seem well-trained and experienced?
Absolutely, they were an expert!
Was it clear that this provider takes pride in the appearance of his/her office?
Yes, the office was well organized and taken care of
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.252.129
October 11, 2012
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2550 University Ave W Ste 115N, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Website http://stpauloralsurgery.com/
Primary Specialty

Dentist

Practice St. Paul Oral Surgery
Gender Male
Business Hours
Monday:8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday:7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed