Dr. Laston's chair side manner is condescending at best. He absolutely insisted that my child be on valium and nitrous gas even though he has never needed those things previously. He does not have anxiety at the dentist. I could not get a straight answer as to what teeth needed cavities to be filled (could NOT get a treatment plan). I got no receipt of the work that was done other than a debit receipt for my deductible. -and I was told I would just be billed for the rest and who knows how much that would be!?!? He did not use the numbing gel on my child's gums so he was absolutely aware of the novacaine shot and said it hurt. Finally, he filled his tooth with a white resin filling without asking me or asking what my plan would cover. In fact, he never initiated any conversation with me at all and everytime I asked him something it was like (excuse the pun) but PULLING TEETH. This is not what you are looking for in a pediatric dentist if you would like your child to have a positive experience. Dr. Laston does not request any sort of parent involvement in the procedures (even first time exams and cleanings) and instead acts as though it is a burden to have you there.
out of 5 stars
