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Dr. Robert Elam
on May 10, 2017, 8:24 a.m.
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Dr. Elam is expensive and doesn't communicate about the cost for procedures. His misdiagnosis of an issue resulted in an abscessed tooth that had to be extracted. The implant he provided now has to be replaced due to poor quality. He has refused to cover the cost of fixing the implant since I left the practice after insurance changed.
My Experience: Dental Implants
Duration: several weeks
I know this doctor: patient for three years
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My first consultation with Dr. Elam lasted for hours and resulted in missing an appointment with the hygienist for the cleaning I wanted. I went back for a filling that was loose and was given an x-ray that was declined by insurance. That x-ray cost $400 and even though I let EVERYONE in the office know that I was on a limited income, the bill was mine. I would not recommend him to anyone. It's taken months to pay the bill off and had his office requested a pre-determination, which is not a foreign practice, they would have been well aware that the x-ray administered was not covered, allowing me an option to proceed with that type of treatment or not. I found a new dentist who performed the SAME x-ray FREE of charge. I guess his proximity to Vanderbilt and downtown allows him to financially rape patients.
My Experience: Exam & Consultation, X-Rays
Duration: Hours
I know this doctor: 2 years
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Although I have insurance coverage, I explained to Dr. Elam's staff that I was on a fixed income. It did not stop them from performing a $425 x-ray that was not covered by my insurance. I should have known from the 1st appointment, that lasted more than 3 hours, but forced me to miss my cleaning, their services were questionable. Now I have an outrageous bill that I will be forced to pay. Save yourself the pain in your mouth and wallet. Find another service provider.
My Experience: Exam & Consultation, X-Rays
Duration: 3 hours
I know this doctor: 7 months
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I was very concerned about my smile not looking real. Dr Elam and his staff did a wonderful job. My smile is beautiful.
I know this doctor: 15 yrs
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very poor. Didn't consult me on what work he was doing. Lack of care to patients. Large practice not really concerned about patients
About Hygienist: good, No problem with her
I know this doctor: one year
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I met Dr. Bob when I was working at the Nashville Health Dept. He got a job in the lab. This was before he was a dentist. I was a patient of his father and so was my wife. I can not tell you how many times Dr. Bob has gone above and beyond the call of duty to help me with my dental problems, emergencies, and so on. He and his very helpful staff have always been very professional while maintaining a fun atmosphere.
I recently had the pleasure of receiving a bridge and crowns on all my upper teeth. No pain at all. Results are amazing. Apparently the procedure changed the way folks percieve me because everyone speaks to me now. Its striking. I used to joke that my feelings always got hurt because on my daily walks at Radnor Lake because I used have to speak first. Its amazing because everyone and i mean everyone speaks to me now.
Jan is my regular hygenist and Jan Curley Baker is Bob's very helpful and professional assistant. Jan urged me to get the procedure for the last couple of years and I am so glad I did. Jan Baker and her associate whose name escapes me now .......sorry about that.........made the whole procedure fun and not stressful. Dr. Bob and staff are just the best.
I know this doctor: 44 GREAT YEARS
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The best ever! Extremely ethical, creative, highly skilled, caring. He saved me from gum unnecessary gum surgery another dentist wanted to do which would have cost tons of money and pain. (This was years ago - no problems since.) He has saved teeth for my husband and myself that any other dentist would have probably given up on. He is hands down a dream dentist. I completely trust him and know that he will do the right and best thing for me. He puts the patient first! I had the first part of an implant done. Geat experience and kept my tooth till the next part.
About Hygienist: Excellent hygienists and staff. Kind, skilled, caring, a dream.
I know this doctor: Many years - over 20
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Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful!!!!
I had a dental emergency driving home from vacation.
Dr Bob had me come in right away. His staff was caring and efficient. Absolutely perfect outcome. I give him the highest recommendation on the planet.
Lucille Smith
I know this doctor: 6 years
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