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I got a gum graft done with Dr. De Andrade. In the weeks before the procedure I tormented myself. Reading everything I possibly could to know more about the subject, even looking at grafting videos. There were some scary articles out there that didn't put my mind at ease. So I was a bit terrified about my appointment.
The day finally came. I was put at ease as soon as I walked in and the procedure was done and over with much quicker than I anticipated. Both Dr. De Andrade and Sanela, his assistant have a great bedside manner and make you feel really comfortable. Everything was explained to me again in detail before the procedure, and Sanela was very thorough in post-op instructions. The day after my procedure, Dr. De Andrade gave me a call to follow up and see how I was doing. It's rare for doctors to do that nowadays. I think it was a nice gesture.
I am now two weeks post-op. I got the sutures on my palate removed today, which I didn't feel, thanks to Sanela numbing me with gel. Recovery exceeded my expectations. I only had to take one pain killer a few hours after the graft, the rest, I didn't need. I do have to say that the worst part of the healing process was not being able to stuff my face with food for two weeks, that to me was torture. Other than that, recovery was swift and painless. I do have to return in 4 weeks to have the rest of the sutures removed, but I am sure it will be another pleasant experience.
Again, his entire staff has always been very friendly, both over the phone, and in person. He has an exemplary office. If only all doctors offices could follow suit, that would be wonderful!
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