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Dr. Max Kernizan, DMD

Dr. Max Kernizan, DMD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*

Dr. Max Kernizan, DMD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in East Longmeadow, MA. He is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 5 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

382 N Main St East Longmeadow, MA 01028

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Dr. Kernizan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kernizan

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36 ratings, 36 with a written review
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Excellent Surgeon
Dr. Kernizan is exactly what you want in a medical provider. Easy to talk to and extremely knowledgeable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Evan – Feb 26, 2025
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Wonderful Experience
My eight-year-old had two teeth removed. Dr. Kernizan and staff were very professional, attentive and helpful through the process before and after. Ensured my child was comfortable. They were great communicating with a little one. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Diana Preston – Feb 14, 2025
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I can't recommend Dr. Kernizan enough
I had 4 deeply impacted wisdom teeth. Other surgeons that I consulted were ready to remove them all, no question. Dr. Kernizan did extensive scans, and explained in detail the risk to 2 out of the 4. He is the most thoughtful, thorough doctor that I have encountered. I feel completely safe in his care and can't recommend him enough. I would give 10 stars if I could.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Larri Miller – Jan 30, 2025
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Great dentist
I brought my little guy to see Dr. Kernizan to have the last of his baby teeth removed and he and his staff were really great, attentive folks. We were pretty much in and out, all things considered. I would definitely recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 10, 2025
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Dentist visit
The staff and dentist was awesome if I could give the 20 stars I would. They took my fear out of going to the dentist. Thank you guys
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Gloria Grice – Nov 23, 2024
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Seamless Experience
Dr. Kernizan made my extraction experience very calming and relaxing, before, during and after. I highly recommend him for oral surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sep 29, 2024
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Best oral surgeon!
I was super nervous and everyone was so kind to me
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 29, 2024
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Care above great!
Dr. Kernizan was awesome caring for my niece. She is terrified of the dentist and has difficulty dealing with someone working in her mouth. Dr. Kernizan and his staff was compassionate and professional over exceeding my expectations. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 28, 2024
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James teddy bear owner
very professional, great doctor explained everything to me, only one there I like :)
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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May 03, 2024
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best medical professional ive seen
i have been around medical professionals for a while now with my time in the army and i must say he is amazing. Worked so well with my small daughter comforting her during the beginning of her procedure i cant speak highly enough of his awesome character
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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dyshia williams – Feb 09, 2024
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Post surgery implant
He's very caring and knows how to make you feel confident about the procedure. He's also a very heart warming person, and has a great personality
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 07, 2024
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Telehealth
Very sweet and nice staff and doctor
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Rosa Colon – Oct 24, 2023
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Implant Post Procedure and visits
Dr. Kernizan has an easy comfortable manner that puts you at ease as soon as you meet him. His manner is understanding and kind and he is open, honest and explains things in layman's terms. He is the best maxillofacial surgeon I've gone to.Also, the front desk staff at the practice are by far the friendliest, most engaging and kindest front desk staff of any doctor's office I've ever been to. The RN's, techs and other clinical staff are all amazing as well. I haven't dealt with any team member at the practice who has not completely set me at ease. They all interact with smiles on their face and in their voice. I heartily recommend Dr. Kernizan and Maxillofcial and Implant Surgery to anyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Ria T. – Aug 29, 2023
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wisdom teeth removal
so im an epilepsy patient and its very common for epileptics to clench their jaw while seizing causing teeth to break, and eventually decay no matter how much brushing and rinsing, it was super hard to find a doctor to work on me with how severe my epilepsy is, and they did it so professionally and flawlessly, ive been seen by very judgmental dentists in the passed but while in his office i didnt feel any judgement at all, the treated me like gold, he and is staff were very thorough with not only my oral needs but my neurological needs. absolutely wonder experience and job all the way around. very professional, ive never felt more comfortable with any dental professionals. they met all my needs and answered all my concerns, if i had to do it again, i wouldn't think twice about any other doctor, hope hes still in practice when my kids need their wisdom teeth out
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Aug 27, 2023
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Great with kids!
Dr. Kernizan and the whole staff were wonderful with my nervous 5 year old and had her laughing almost immediately. The procedure was quick and recovery smooth. Everyone had phenomenal bedside manner and were clearly great with kids.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Carol – Jul 13, 2023
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Amazing
My questions were answered (even before I asked!) Having pretty bad anxiety, going to any dentist can be horrible but I found his tone of voice and reassurance extremely calming. Everything was extremely professional from start to finish, and I would recommend Dr. Kernizan to everyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 28, 2023
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My teeth extractions
I have been very comfortable every time I go to see doctor Kerrigan. He and his staff are friendly and knowledgeable to all my questions about my Procedure. Everything went well. I recommend him to everyone . I never had the chance to thank the doctor before I left his office. So Thank you very much for all you did to help me.
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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Robie Mead – Mar 12, 2023
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Exceptional doctor and staff
My 95yr old hearing impaired dad had 4 teeth removed. Dr Kernizan and the staff went above and beyond to make sure my dad was comfortable and understood what was going on every step of the way even though that meant pausing to repeat things multiple times. The office is extremely clean and staff are well organized, we were taken in within 10 minutes of our arrival. Everyone was just so nice and I can’t thank you all enough.
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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Nino and Family – Feb 25, 2023
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Jaw surgery
I have been in and out of the office since my wisdom teeth removal 8 years ago. I recently had jaw reconstructive surgery June of 2022. Dr. Max was nothing but compassionate and dedicated to making sure I got the results I really wanted. He was there every morning after post op during my hospital stay. He was there with any question or concern I had at any hour of the day. His office was nothing but responsive and welcoming. He really cared about me as a patient. He gave me my confidence back and does amazing work.
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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Haley – Jan 29, 2023
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Ethical, very patient and kind. Explains thoroughly the what and the why.
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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Priscilla – Aug 01, 2022
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About Me

biography

Max Kernizan DMD, a New Jersey native, completed his undergraduate education at Philadelphia University, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Following college, Dr. Kernizan earned his dental degree at Temple University in Philadelphia. While in dental...read more
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Dentistry

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Locations

Practice

Office382 N Main St East Longmeadow, MA 01028
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Baystate Medical Center759 Chestnut St Springfield, MA 01199
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Office1210 Chapel St New Haven, CT 06511
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baystate Medical Center

    759 Chestnut St
    Springfield, MA 01199
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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