Vignaroli Paul, DDS

I have had at least 3 root canals performed by Dr. Vignaroli over the last 15+ years. The first two I had absolutely NO complaints. In fact I was impressed when he called my house afterwards to see how I was doing (root canal #1). I did appreciate that he explained the process throughout.
Fast forward to root canal in December 2015 right before the holidays. I had a root canal performed on a Monday. I thought all was well. And, anyone who has experienced the need for a root canal probably remembers the feeling when the tooth no longer hurts (post root canal). Well, by late Tuesday afternoon of the next day, I didn’t feel like I had a root canal. I still felt discomfort and I could really tell that the antibiotics were not working. I called Dr. Vignaroli’s office and his assistant said I needed to give the antibiotics 72 hours to work.
Wednesday… called Dr. Vignaroli’s office yet again. Begged for a different antibiotic and was given one. However, this time the assistant told me if it didn’t work, there was nothing else they could do, that I would have to have the tooth extracted. Really? Without even seeing me?
Thursday… called the office again and asked to speak to Dr. Vignaroli. He wasn’t in. He did call me back and my better half decided he should talk to him. Dr. Vignaroli seemed a bit annoyed and said that if the antibiotics weren’t doing the trick, that he had already told me the tooth may be cracked and that I would need to have it extracted. Again, without seeing me.
On Friday I couldn’t take it any longer. I called my dentist (three towns over) and spoke to his assistant. Explained my situation and asked for help. We honestly wanted a second opinion (actually seeing me) before I signed up for a tooth extraction. Although, at this stage, I was thinking it might be better to be toothless! I was in pain, couldn’t sleep and it had been days! My dentist’s assistant was a miracle worker. She got me in to see an endodontist that was over-​booked but willing to squeeze me in. What a kind, professional Endodontist! Dr. Ryan in Danville if you ever need a compassionate and skilled endodontist.
Dr. Ryan took an x-​ray and picture of my face (so the next visit he could compare the swelling), and examined the tooth in question. Then he prescribed what he referred to as a miracle drug… a steroid (pill) taken to reduce the swelling and allow the tooth to heal along with the antibiotics. He gave me hope! And, two days later I was virtually pain free!!! At least to the point where I could eat on that side and sleeping was no problem!
So the lesson is this. Even when you think your doctor is the best (which I did for 15+ years with Dr. Vignaroli). They can be WRONG! Thank God my better half told me to get a second opinion and that my dentist’s assistant (angel, Stephanie) helped me make that happen.
Dr. Vignaroli, I’m sure you didn’t intend on letting this happen, but really… shame on you. You are better than that. You should have told me to come in so you could take a look yourself. And, if you are not aware of the steroid you can take to help the healing… perhaps you should find out about it.

Dr. Vignaroli is fabulous. Great great bedside manner — warm, kind, professional, explains things before and during, works fast, and is great at anesthetizing. I didn’t feel a thing! I had a root canal a year ago too with Dr. Tarm in Pleasanton — nowhere near as good as Dr. Vignaroli. Seriously.

I had two root canals from Dr. Vignaroli and both times I was impressed how he explained me what he is going to do and what to expect prior to actual operations.
Recently my friend mentioned how she was pleased with him and I had to agree with her.

While I’m not a fan of getting root canals done, I am a fan of Dr V’s. He’s a super duper nice guy who takes the time to really talk to you about what he’s going to do. He really goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable and does a great job. I had my 2^nd RC done by him just yesterday and my mouth is feeling great. His office staff is nice and very accommodating as well. If you have to get some major work done, come see Dr Vignaroli!

It’s not like anyone wants a root canal. And hopefully, it’s not something you need very often so it’s really better to find a great dry cleaner or coffee place… someplace that will be a fixture in your life. BUT. When you need a root canal, you really need it. And when you really need it, you want it to go well. A wrinkly shirt or a cold cup of coffee may be annoying but a bad root canal, well, go rent Marathon Man and get back to me.
I had a badly cracked molar and my dentist ground it down, took a mold of it and sent it off to the lab and me away. While I waited for the second appointment, the tooth did not feel right. The dentist sent me to Dr. Vignaroli for a consult. He didn’t rush. He spent an unbelievable amount of time talking to me about my tooth, options, etc. He didn’t try to rush me into it in case there was another explanation for my discomfort. Once I decided with him that yes, I needed the procedure, he couldn’t have been nicer or more professional. He’s not a ‘dental corporation’ with 4 patients numbing up as he races from chair to chair. He’s single-​threaded. You have his undivided attention. Highly recommended.

I am surprised to see that Dr. Vignaroli hasn’t been Unilocaled!
I have had the need for an oral surgeon twice in my life thus far, and Dr. Vignaroli was definitely the better of the two experiences. I got a root canal from him today and I am feeling so swell that I am able to sit here surfing the net, praising his fine work and bedside manner.
I had a really negative experience with my (now ex) dentist. She nicked a nerve, causing the need for an immediate root canal, not to mention TONS of pain and aggravation. I ended up at Dr. Vignaroli’s practice and received really great service.
The staff is really nice and accommodating; they looked up all my insurance info without any hassles, told me exactly what would be charged and when (which isn’t quite how it goes with some offices) and everything ended up being very easy and straight-​forward. The doctor explained exactly what was happening, complete with illustrations and much clearer x-​rays than I’d seen at any other dentist. So it was a nice change of pace PLUS he is the only person who has worked on my mouth and managed to properly work the novocaine. That stuff wears off on me really quick so I generally just deal with feeling some degree of the pain — but not this time. Dr. Vignaroli did great injections and checked in with me the entire time to make sure I was alright. The whole process didn’t last more than 45 minutes and I have been able to function just fine, all day. Nice!