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Dr. Charles Elwell Jr, DMD

Dr. Charles Elwell Jr, DMD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Elwell Jr, DMD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in Shalimar, FL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts School of Dental Medicine in 1976. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

7 Clifford Dr Shalimar, FL 32579

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Dr. Elwell Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elwell Jr

3.5
13 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Terrible physician
I recently spent $3500 as a patient of oral surgeon Dr. Charles Elwell. To prepare for dentures, my upper teeth were pulled. Although unpleasant, everything was fine until he came to the last tooth; a back molar. For some reason, this tooth was unusually sensitive, making the injections very painful. Without thinking, I shouted “ouch.” In a belittling way, Dr. Elway said “oh, Neal”. His demeanor was unprofessional and condescending. In my opinion, he treated me like a child. I’ve had cancer on three separate occasions during my life and have had a titanium plate inserted in the back of my neck due to degenerative disc disease. My point is that while I’ve experienced my share of pain during my life, I know the injections to this specific tooth were unusually painful. In my opinion, Dr. Elway became unprofessional and did little to hide his frustration the time I shouted out. His behavior towards me was unprofessional and belittling. I lost respect for him after he did
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Neal Trautman, PhD – Feb 01, 2025
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AWFUL
Dr. Elwell is awful! He was rude and smug, laughed at us when we asked questions, and wouldn't give us straight answers to our questions. He raised to prescribe antibiotics even AFTER he took X-rays, but called them a CT Scan so he could charge us more money, and showed us all of the infection....said antibiotics are not needed because 'that infection has been there forever.' We went with our gut and said we were going to get a second opinion before agreeing to any surgery and he laughed and told his nurse if we want a second opinion to just cancel the whole thing. He said he 'doesn't take second opinions.' That was the only opinion we needed from him! We will NEVER recommend anyone to use this 'man' for their dental needs!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Katie Harrison – Mar 08, 2024
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Dr. Elwell is very pleasant and smart. Very Honest and a true professional. He went over the ct scan with me. Explained everything and I felt comfortable and relaxed. I highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bonita – Jun 29, 2021
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This dentist or oral surgeon takes care of business,and The front desk is on top of everything,Anna is amazing
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Major111 – Feb 28, 2021
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Dr. Elwell saved my son's life by taking immediate action including biopsy, diagnosis, and referral to a highly rated cancer surgeon.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 08, 2020
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So this is the second time I’ve tried to share me experiences with this office. First one disappeared. Once again I spent over $9000.00 with this practice. Basically $2000.00 a implant with anesthesia additional cost. With thin A weeks one implant did not stay in. He led me to believe that once covid was over we would get back making it work. So now I have 3 implants. Yesterday another one came out. I called the office and let then know this. They said come in next day. Then I got call back 5min later. They now want me to go to my Dentist. WHY?? And if I want to see Elwell not Dentist it would cost $200.00. Who treat patients like this? This Dr is unpleasant,unprofessional and rude. As you have already seen a review. So all I can say you are so much better if you go somewhere else. Trust me.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
No results
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Craig LaMonde – Oct 16, 2020
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Dr. Elwell is a very rude, bitter, and callous individual. When he was talking to me about my surgery, he went out of his way to make me feel small and stupid when I asked necessary questions about my procedure. I did not feel welcome in his office. His staff was fine, but the surgeon himself is rude and extremely unprofessional. I would not trust him with your friends and loved ones. Look for someone with nicer bedside manner that will treat you like a human being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Felix in Fort Walton Beach, FL – Jul 24, 2018
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Best experience that I have ever been through for a surgery. Quick and painless. I went right back to work after operation. Highly recommend Dr.Elwell and his great staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Josh Grace – Apr 13, 2018
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Very good dentist. Has taken care of my issues. Office staff friendly and competent. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jim McD in Destin, FL – May 25, 2016
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biography

Dr. Elwell earned his undergraduate degree in predental studies, with honors, from the University of New Hampshire in 1971. While at UNH he played varsity football and was the captain of the lacrosse team. After postgraduate work in cardiovascular...read more
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • University Of Florida

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • Tufts School Of Dental Medicine

    Medical School, 1976
  • English

  • Spanish

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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Associates7 Clifford Dr Shalimar, FL 32579
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