Paul C Kazmer DMD MS PA

I was told years ago to go to a periodontist and put it off, I knew the cost would be prohibitive, more than I could afford. My new general DDS warned that if I wanted to possibly save my teeth/​bone (still no guarantee) to go see Dr. Kazmer. I went for a consultation and after a VERY thorough exam was given my options. LANAP procedure (laser scaling and root planning) several teeth removed, all necessary follow-​ups etc. for one year, and hopefully my mouth/​bone will be strong enough for implants, OR, well let’s just say by 60 I might already be in dentures. I was a person who always took care of my teeth, I just wasn’t lucky enough to get that good gene. It has been several months since the procedure and I’m told my gums are looking good. Was it expensive, yes, more than my first car (what I really liked is that EVERYTHING is included in the fee, they don’t charge you for each visit, or for anything add’l you might need), I also ended up with two bone grafts. Was it worth it, yes, but I won’t know for a few more months which way I can go. Even if I can’t get the implants the plaque and debris that was embedded so deep could cause major heart damage. Dr. Kazmer is very professional and his staff is wonderful, I would highly recommend them. Thank you Dr. Kazmer!

Dr Kazmer came highly recommended to me by my Dentist. I have actually seen Dr K on separate issues and I apologize for this delayed review and hope that it will help.
First time I saw him was as a 2^nd time orthodontia patient and I was having a sensitivity issue on a molar. Dr K worked with both my Orthodontist and Dentist and we were able to come up with a remedy to remove band from molar and use bracket. The cost was $ 85. Also, my Dentist was able to place a composite on top near my gum line and that really helped minimize any tooth sensitivity.
Fast forward a few years later and no more braces, my second visit still an $ 85 consult charge I recall as needed an evaluation for some soft tissue grafts. It sounded scary, painful and expensive. I cannot even imagine having this done but did not have a choice. Since I needed grafts on upper tooth from prior issue and the lower area, I did contemplate doing this at different intervals. However, after thought about having something not very comfortable done and discussing with Dr K that he could do both areas on same day — this is what we did! The bigger concern besides pain (not going to lie about that) was having enough donor tissue to do these grafts. Dr K personally called me prior to booking this surgery as he needed to discuss a medical issue that I have with my Specialist. 5 stars for his professionalism and follow up and no doubt making a decision and burdening an expense like this is a daunting task.
I will say, the office staff had to file my Pre-​authorization twice since I was having surgery the beginning of the following year. I knew it would be approved but denied since no $ left in dental plan/​network. As promised, I called them beginning of January and they resubmitted pre-​treatment estimate and authorization was received. Technically, it is the Patient’s responsibility to follow up on this stuff not his office staff. The only issue I had was the deposit $ 100 to book the appt. I knew I would use my flex spending and wanted to make sure this was not going to be an issue to be properly reimbursed and it was not.
I chose to be awake during the surgery and Dr K & technician made sure I was comfortable as can be. I am glad I ate breakfast beforehand. I did have bleeding just as he informed me, along with some swelling, and bruising. Again, all as Dr K mentioned. Eating shaved ice, ice cream, anything super cold first day really does take the swelling down. Luckily, I used my retainer and they trimmed it for me to fit like glove and did not need a shunt. I did have trouble taking pain medication as I could not really open mouth with retainer in. Luckily, be prepared I was able to email & technician emailed me back with more tips and words of encouragement. Also after surgery, Dr K gives you his cell #, home #, etc. Fantastic. I had surgery on a Thurs and Friday their office is closed but Dr K called me that day to follow up and see how I was going after my surgery.
My experience as best as can be for something like this was ‘TOP NOTCH’. I highly recommend Dr K as he is very experienced with all state-​of-​the art and keeping patients at ease. He may not be the cheapest but do you want cheap, or quality performance? Other medical staff have looked at my grafts and were very impressed and hopefully they will last me a lifetime! You decide, but this is the doctor I highly recommend for oral surgery. I have never had a bad experience with any of his staff even calling for an appt or follow up after surgery when I had a small issue that was easily fixed in the chair in less than 5 minutes.

Both my son and I have had pretty major work done on our teeth here. Dr Kazmer explains everything in detail and is also very clear on charges that will be incurred. His staff is very caring and professional. They make a very scary/​stressful situtation the best it can be.