Dr. Joel Slingbaum, DMD

I had a very difficult root canal procedure. He was redoing an infected root canal that was at least 30-40 years old. He took his time and was meticulous with his technique. He prescribed pain medication after the procedure. I didn't need it. I am a senior and have had a lot of dental work during my life and am aware that I was under the care of the best.

I panic at the dentist. Don’t do well with X-rays. Was scared to death of a this root canal and the infection that came with it. Though not a chatter box, I felt quickly confident that Dr Slingbaum could. And amazed how efficient he was. When he told me it was over and I did not have to come back a huge smile and wave of relief came over my face. If you need a root canal this is you guy. Also he was the first of several dentists that succeeded in numbing that tooth!!!

I just left Dr. Slingbaum's office after having a root canal procedure, so I wanted to write this review as soon as possible so I could advise the public of the exact details. I was absolutely appalled by Dr. Slingbaum's bedside manner. While he was numbing my tooth he became frustrated because I was moving. At one point he said in a rude and frustrated manner, "that's your problem you are moving too much." When someone sticks a needle in your jaw it can be painful and you may jerk, but not on purpose. He was extremely rude and had me in tears throughout the procedure. Not to mention the office I was in was missing floor paneling and the instruments were not covered in plastic, like standard dental facilities. I would like to advise that if you are in need of a root canal, head to the mainland or another endodontist because Dr. Joel Slingbaum severely lacks patient compassion and medical professionalism.

Had a root canal procedure, which is never fun, but Dr. SLINGBAUM made it as good as it could be. Totally painless and the Doc tool the time to explain everything. Truly a professional. This was done in his Key West office.