I am terrified of dentists and have had some terrible incidents with dentists, so when we realized I needed an extraction, my stress level was off the chart. I asked him to give me a "little shot" to begin with and then if he would numb further after. He said yes he could do that OR he could put me to sleep! Didn't even know that was an option. I don't remember a thing. The post-op was fabulous, the nursing staff was fabulous. I had an issue with nerve pain afterwards, called his office and he personally called me right back very shortly! Not used to that kind of service, I assure you! He is great!