My daughter had her wisdom teeth taken out over the Christmas break she went in on Wednesday had swelling on Thursday and Friday had pain meds/antibiotics and did just great!!! She was apprehensive but felt very comfortable with the dr, the assistants, and the anesthetist. The cost was very reasonable compared to other oral surgeons in the Bay Area, after surgery the office called several times to check and see how she was doing. I would refer everyone who needs extractions to see Dr Patakas!!!!!