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All initial appointments went fine with Dr. Gurinsky, and I never waited more than a couple of minutes to see him, but the procedure itself was a nightmare! It was on a Friday afternoon, so he probably just wanted to go home. But you know how you first get that little Q-tip with topical anesthetic before the shot? That little Q-tip was only put in one spot, but I got about 6 shots all over that part of my jaw, and I felt every one of those suckers. THEN, because he was in a hurry, he waited about 60 seconds, picked up a scalpel, and sliced into my gum before I was numb! If you've never felt THAT, well, you haven't lived! I gasped, and my body reacted by starting to tremble uncontrollably. It was embarrassing, like a fight or flight thing from the pain. Anyway, he proceeded to rush his way through the rest of it, and he was abrupt and rude to his assistant. He kept roughly moving her hands to where he wanted them, and at one point, he got angry and reached over and snatched something out of her hand so he could do it himself. I numbed up quickly after that first cut, but when I got to my car about 30 minutes later, I looked in the mirror and was horrified to see blood spatters all over my face. I do NOT recommend Dr. Gurinsky!
Hygiene time: 30
My Experience: Gum Surgery
Duration: 30 minutes
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Dr. Brian Gurinsky
on Nov. 19, 2015, 12:42 p.m.
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Dr. Gurinsky was extremely personable and professional. He took the time to chat with me regarding treatment and I never felt rushed. He was very nice and knowledgeable along with a very clean office so I will be returning for gum grafts within the next month or so.
About Front Desk: Stacy was helpful and courteous.
About Hygienist: Alicia was helpful and courteous with great bedside manner.
I know this doctor: First visit
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I would be very wary of Dr. Gurinsky. I went to his office for a "free" consultation. After the consultation had been performed, I was told by Dr Gurinsky that the needed procedures could be done immediately but I would have to settle the entire bill before leaving. I waited in the dental chair for 45 minutes while they spoke with MetLife regarding charges. I was then given a net cost of $250 which I paid. A month later I received a bill from his office for an additional $243. I called them thinking there had been an error but was told that there must have been some other charges that had not cleared on my insurance that affected the net cost for the procedures. I checked with MetLife and they confirmed with me that nothing with my insurance had affected the charges. MetLife suggested that Dr. Gurinsky must have sent in a larger claim than what was described to them originally. I tried resolving the issue but Dr. Gurinsky stopped replying to my emails and simply sent the matter to a collection agency.
To make matters worse, I have a bump on the roof of my mouth as a result of his work. Since it has been over 7 months since the procedure I doubt it will ever go away.
I know this doctor: eight months
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I would be very wary of Dr. Gurinsky. I went to his office for a "free" consultation. After the consultation had been performed, I was told by Dr Gurinsky that the needed procedures could be done immediately but I would have to settle the entire bill before leaving. I waited in the dental chair for 45 minutes while they spoke with MetLife regarding charges. I was then given a net cost of $250 which I paid. A month later I received a bill from his office for an additional $243. I called them thinking there had been an error but was told that there must have been some other charges that had not cleared on my insurance that affected the net cost for the procedures. I checked with MetLife and they confirmed with me that nothing with my insurance had affected the charges. MetLife suggested that Dr. Gurinsky must have sent in a larger claim than what was described to them originally. I tried resolving the issue but Dr. Gurinsky stopped replying to my emails and simply sent the matter to a collection agency.
To make matters worse, I have a bump on the roof of my mouth as a result of his work. Since it has been over 6 months since the procedure I doubt it will ever go away.
I know this doctor: 6 months
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I have seen many dentists over the years and have also had several implant surgeries prior to being referred to Dr. Gurinsky. His proficiency, chairside manner, and skill is the best I have ever encountered. He was extremely gentle and caring (even personally called me at home after the surgery). I would highly recommend anyone needing implants to see him!
I know this doctor: 8months
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Absolutely apalling.....Dr Gurinsky had no problems cutting up my wife's gums and collecting his money, however he did not give any post surgical instructions nor provide a phone # for follow up.
She was told that he would be available only 1 time for 3 weeks! This is nothing close to the service I would expect.
I know this doctor: 3 mos
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I had a great experience with Dr Gurinsky. I have had dental implants before and when Dr Gurinsky did my second implants the pain was considerably less. Also, he and his staff were very friendly and helpful. I could tell that Dr. Gurinsky cared about my comfort level and the success of my implants. The night after my surgery, Dr. Gurinsky personally called me to check on how I was doing. Dr. Gurinsky has been by far the best dentist/oral surgeon that I have ever been to.
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Dr. Gurinsky is extremely proficient in his knowledge of gum and gum related diseases. He did a gum graft on me and, while no surgery is easy, Dr. G explained the entire procedure before and during the surgery. His personal manner and expertise was very comforting. I would recommend Dr. G to anyone. Judi Butz
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