Thomas P. Rafferty, DDS

4/24 I had a tooth pulled I was very anxious I had never met Dr Rafferty but between him & his assistant & their constant explanation & words of encouragement , it was over before I knew it. Thank you
Apr 5th, 2024

Dr Rafferty performed an implant 3 1/2 years ago on my #12 tooth. The screw holding the crown broke this past Monday. He was able to see me the following day and successfully replaced the screw. He and Madison were very attentive, got the job done in less than 15 minutes.
Apr 5th, 2024

Mar 31st, 2024

The absolutely best cleaning! Also had a bridge done with the doctor, made me feel comfortable, Didnt like the way that the first one fit so he sent it back and got one that was perfect!
Mar 29th, 2024

Before visiting Dr. Rafferty, I read online reviews. Although I came across two concerning reviews from other sites, I chose to proceed based on the numerous positive testimonials on his website. Regrettably, my experience was far from satisfactory. I initially sought treatment after breaking off part of a tooth, upon which Dr. Rafferty recommended a crown. Crown #1: During the appointment, despite expressing concerns that my bite was way off at least five times, my feedback was disregarded. Consequently, the crown was significantly oversized and had no appearance of a natural tooth. I was told that the misalignment issues would resolve within 24 hours, but they persisted, leading to unbearable pain, inability to sleep or eat solid food. The earliest follow-up appointment was 5 days later. Dr. Rafferty made the necessary adjustments to recover my bite but the finish was filed off resulting in a rough surface with metal exposed through the porcelain which looked even worse than before. Seeking a second opinion confirmed the necessity for replacement, which Dr. Rafferty agreed to, albeit with significant discomfort and post-removal pain. Crown #2: The second crown looked good but suffered a fracture upon placement. I mentioned the crack sound it made when being installed, but was told it was fine. When I got home, I took a good look and saw that the crown had cracked completely in two, requiring yet another visit for removal and replacement. Crown #3: While the third crown initially appeared promising with both look and fit, it dislodged just two days after installation without so much as eating on that side. An additional visit was needed to re-install the crown but it required further adjustment due to the increased height from the new layer of cement. The filing adjustment caused the outer smooth finish to be further removed resulting in a rough top. The entire ordeal entailed extensive travel to Dr. Rafferty's office as I live an hour away. I anticipated 4 hours travel, but it totaled 14 hours with additional expenses. Beyond the physical discomfort and pain, the experience lasted for over a month and caused incredible anxiety. Although Dr. Rafferty displayed willingness to address issues, the repeated complications and resultant distress highlight a concerning lack of precision and expertise in the treatment process. I hope my experience helps someone else make an informed decision.
Mar 24th, 2024