Dr. Azra Saleem kept going with procedure [taking impression]despite my gagging, pushing her had away; she kept pushing me back and pressing harder on impression to keep it from moving. I eventually had to take the impression tray out myself so that I could sit up straight to avoid vomiting and possibly aspirating. I reviewed with Dr. Saleem she needed to treat the patient not continue with the procedure. Dr. Saleem stated, "We needed to keep the tray in a little longer. I can not help it if you are nervous". Dr. Saleem was condescending and rolled her eyes at me when I asked her if she would listen to me in the future [I was supposed to have 2 cavities filled that day] that if I am gagging and pushing her hand away that she allow me to sit up. Please note I have had several root canals, crowns, bridges in past with other dentists without incident. I have never had dental anxiety in past until this incident. Dr. Saleem seems to have no consideration for the patient as evidenced by her actions and therefore, I would not trust her to put the needs of the patient first versus completing a procedure. Dr. Saleem took no accountability for her actions and placed blame on myself versus considering her responsibility to cause no harm.
About Front Desk: Front Desk Staff very courteous and knowledgeable. Told by Harmony, office member, that she often "has to explain procedures to patients as Dr. Saleem has a language barrier".
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