Patient Stories of Successful Smiles
For 25 years now I've been advised to have gum grafts on three of my teeth due to major receding gum tissue. My lower front tooth and my canines were in serious need of attention. My lower front tooth had receded so far down that the root had little to no gum support in front.
For years, I’ve been unable to find the time to have the grafting surgery plus the considerable amount of healing time after the surgery on one tooth let alone three surgeries on these three teeth… until my dental hygienist suggested Alloderm gum grafting with Dr. Pam Dassenko.
After having this procedure, I’m a believer in this method of receiving new and healthy gums. Now I can bite into an apple and corn on the cob without fear of losing my front tooth. My smile is normal and I so appreciate the process of Alloderm grafting. I had no hesitation of using donor tissue mixed with a small amount of my blood. This process diminished the possibility of my body rejecting the newly introduced tissue.
The surgery time for all three teeth was not much longer than a couple of hours. The before-surgery instructions and information provided by Dr. Pam and the dental staff were complete and thorough. The before, during and after-surgery care was professional and appreciated, including the evening phone call from Dr. Pam herself.
How lucky I am to have had such a successful outcome with little to no discomfort and no inconvenience. I’m sold! If it were recommended to me to have additional gum grafting, I wouldn’t hesitate for a moment. Thank you all at Dr. Dassenko’s office for taking such good care of me!
- Meg S.
I came to Dr. Dassenko because I wanted a whiter, more youthful smile. After a detailed consultation with Dr. Pam I decided that Porcelain Veneers would give me the outcome that I was seeking.
Working with Dr. Pam was a positive, personal experience. She has a caring and professional staff who took the time to address all of my needs and concerns wholly. Dr. Pam worked with the latest state-of-the-art technology, ensuring my comfort at every step of the procedure. She not only has the technical expertise to craft the perfect smile, she has a true artist's eye. I have received many compliments on my "beautiful smile" thanks to Pam Dassenko's superb work.
-Patient wishes to remain anonymous.
The following is a letter from a patient thanking our office for the care that was shown to his mother when she was going through a difficult time of transition in her life:
Dearest Pam and Staff:
Words cannot adequately express my appreciation for the very supportive, indeed nurturing ambiance created in your office. When I saw my mother in your office for her last visit, it was immediately obvious that she was quite happy and enjoying herself. From what she said, it became clear that she felt more than merely comfortable there, she felt well liked. What an extraordinary gift for someone who is suffering from depression and considerable self-consciousness due to her severe hearing deficits. As my Mother has struggled with acceptance of her impending move to an assisted living facility, reminding her of that day in your office has been exceedingly helpful in assuaging some of her anxiety. For her, that day exemplifies how very much she can enjoy being with others. I do not believe it to be an exaggeration to say that my reminding her of that day was critical in helping her to overcome her ambivalence and to move forward with a positive attitude.
Thank you one and all so very much,
-Author will remain anonymous.
I knew I needed a new dentist after we moved to the Central Coast back in 2007. I responded to Pam's attractive mail invitation. After I saw her, Dr. Dassenko proceeded to put me on a sensible treatment plan. First she referred me to a competent specialist and when I was healed the implant procedure began. I am very happy with the results thus far and would highly recommend anyone who has special dental needs (complicated tooth or gum situations) to go see Pam Dassenko and her friendly competent staff.
- Joyce D.