Russell Fidler, DDS

I recently attended an appointment at Great Expression Dentistry in Naples, FL with Dr Fidler and had an unpleasant experience. Most of my concerns regard the dentist office Dr Fidler works for (this is included in my review of Great Expressions). The portion that pertains to the dentist is listed below. Dr. Fidler was abrupt and rude. He came into the room, asked if I was in any pain, looked at my teeth, said a few things to his assistant, and abruptly left. He did not allow time for me to ask him questions, he didn't speak with me about the condition of my teeth, didn't give me tips on how to improve things. He took a "quick peek" and left. In fact, he was speaking to his assistant about the condition of my mouth while walking down the hallway leaving the exam room. I thought he was leaving the room to get something and the dental assistant said the visit was complete. Every dentist I've ever seen consulted with me, the patient, after examining my mouth and we've worked together on how to improve things. This guy said a few things to his assistant and walked out so I didn't even get a chance to ask questions, very unprofessional. I went to this dentist because I changed insurances and my previous dentist doesn't take my new insurance. I go to the dentist every six months and they always give me a standard cleaning. I wanted to continue the typical x-rays/exam/cleaning at this place, but they won't let me. Apparently, the front desk girl stated my upper teeth & gums are in poor condition and need an intense cleaning which will include a numbing lotion and antibiotic. I never heard of an antibiotic and numbing lotion for a cleaning. This place is doing everything they can to get as much money out of people as they possibly can, which is very unfortunate. I am involved in other health studies for serious health complications and cannot be putting unnecessary antibiotics into my blood stream. When I tried to mention these concerns, the office staff was rude to me and said Dr. Fidler is too busy to listen to my concerns. Overall, I do not recommend this dentist and will take my business elsewhere.