Your first visit to our practice establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information and give you time to get to know our staff. To understand what to expect from your first visit to our practice, please read through this page.
Our friendly staff is dedicated to caring for you and your entire family's oral health and well-being. We take the time to create a personalized treatment for each patient and we offer a wide range of services. It is our goal to make your visit with us an extremely pleasant one and to send you home with a beautiful and healthy smile.
Below is our New Patient Package that you will need to complete on your first visit. You can expedite matters by downloading the package, completing it at home and handing it to our staff when you arrive for your initial visit to our office.
Your first visit to our office is designed to get you better acquainted with all we offer as well as introduce you to our caring staff. On your first visit, we will review your medical and dental histories and evaluate your oral health. We will take digital x-rays of your teeth and explain to you whether or not you will require any dental treatment.
If you are looking for a highly trained and experienced periodontist in Sarasota, you have come to the right place. At our practice, you will receive the highest quality periodontal treatment with the utmost attention to detail. All of our patients are important to us and we want your experience to be a pleasant one. From the moment you walk into our office, you will receive a warm and friendly greeting from our staff. We will be more than happy to answer all of your questions and put your mind at ease before and after your treatment.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 21 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestAndrea Merriman
2 years ago
Dr Russo and his team are extremely efficient! Everyone is there for the patient and very welcoming. Dr Russo is very experienced and treats his patients with utmost care. I am very pleased how I was treated with the graft I needed and I felt his prices were fair and within reason. Highly recommend
Kay Delaney
2 years ago
Clear detailed explanation of the procedure by Doctor Russo. Procedure was efficient and painless. After care instructions easy to understand and follow. Dr Russo and staff are superb! Highly recommend!
Fayth Jenkins
2 years ago
Dr. Russo and his staff are amazing. They are very thorough and take time to explain everything. I have always felt very comfortable and welcome every time I've come into the office.
Kate Khaleel
2 years ago
Everyone was terrific and it was a wonderful experience. Zero pain!! Love Dr Russo.
kelly liebel
2 years ago
There are many good doctors in Sarasota, but by far Dr Russo and staff are the best by far. The office is friendly, doctor is on time, and they explain procedures in laymen terms. Dr Russo gives options, realistic timelines and you do not leave any visit with a question lingering. My procedure was completely pain free and I know exactly how to heal, what to expect and progress to make. It is no wonder Dr Russo has achieved so many accolades; but you can tell his education, experience and hard work got him there.
Kelley Anderson
2 years ago
I have been a patient of Dr Russo's for over ten years and had multiple gum surgeries done by him. The quality of service and care is excellent. Recently I had another gum surgery done, this time on both sides of my mouth. I expected to have pain and swelling but this time it was pain free! I was amazed. Same good outcome but Dr Russo used a new pain medicine and I was very pleased with the results and no pain!!! Thank you Dr Russo!
Aaron Willoughby
2 years ago
I have been going to Dr. Russo for several years now. He and his professional and personable staff have kept me smiling through some relatively serious dental issues and implant needs. He's always kept me well informed of my options and costs. He's been extremely accommodating to me as a patient and a customer, meeting time constraints and other needs. All of my experiences whether minor or major have been basically pain free. After more extensive procedures I'm well instructed on post op care for myself and am given a thoughtful comfort package to take with me when I leave the office. All followed up by a phone call the next day to check on me. Recovery has always been easy, pain free and short. I would definitely recommend Dr Russo for any periodontal or Implant needs. You Rock Dr. Russo!
Lisa Bartley
2 years ago
I've had 2 implants placed, extractions and bone graft , gum grafts done all successful surgeries Dr russo does great work and the office staff is great!!
Mike Murphy
2 years ago
As you can imagine, this wasn't a procedure I was looking forward to, but knew I needed to have it done. Dr. Russo was great each step of the way. They were so thorough and made sure I understood my surgical options, the process and cost, as well as exactly what I needed to do in order to heal correctly and quickly. I would highly recommend them for this procedure.
Magdalena Coca
2 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Russo. I went to him for my gum recession; I needed gum grafts on 5 teeth, especially because I wanted to get braces (and wanted to prevent further damage). First, the staff is amazing. Everyone has been so nice in the few months they have worked with me. The office is always clean and the receptionists are responsive, friendly, and they answered all the questions I had! Dr. Russo is great. He also answered all the questions I had and took the time to explain my treatment plan in detail before starting anything. He split my gum graft procedures into two appointments so that I could use half of my mouth while the other half healed. After my gum grafts, which were very quick, they provided a thoughtful gift bag that contained some foods that I could eat, as well as a mouth guard so that I didn't have to feel the stitches! When they gave this, they explained everything I should and should not do for a full recovery. :) Through this whole process, I felt that my needs were fully addressed, I felt cared for and most of all, I was very pleased with the experience and results. Everything healed very nicely. Trust the process - the outcome is wonderful. :) I am very happy that I chose Dr. Russo. P.S. The procedures were not painful at all. He does a lot to make sure you experience the least amount of pain possible, with the most amount of comfort. :)
Magdalena Coca
3 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Russo. I went to him for my gum recession; I needed gum grafts on 5 teeth, especially because I wanted to get braces (and wanted to prevent further damage). First, the staff is amazing. Everyone has been so nice in the few months they have worked with me. The office is always clean and the receptionists are responsive, friendly, and they answered all the questions I had! Dr. Russo is great. He also answered all the questions I had and took the time to explain my treatment plan in detail before starting anything. He split my gum graft procedures into two appointments so that I could use half of my mouth while the other half healed. After my gum grafts, which were very quick, they provided a thoughtful gift bag that contained some foods that I could eat, as well as a mouth guard so that I didn't have to feel the stitches! When they gave this, they explained everything I should and should not do for a full recovery. :) Through this whole process, I felt that my needs were fully addressed, I felt cared for and most of all, I was very pleased with the experience and results. Everything healed very nicely. Trust the process - the outcome is wonderful. :) I am very happy that I chose Dr. Russo. P.S. The procedures were not painful at all. He does a lot to make sure you experience the least amount of pain possible, with the most amount of comfort. :)
Sonya Rivera
3 years ago
Dr. Russo is my favorite dentist truly. I have done a lot of dental work with him and am very happy to have him as my doctor. Dr. Russo is a very knowledgeable provider who knows his stuff and tells you how it is and what is best for the patient. I would not pick anyone else to take care of my periodontal needs and was very lucky to be referred to Dr. Russo.
Sonya Rivera
4 years ago
Dr. Russo is my favorite dentist truly. I have done a lot of dental work with him and am very happy to have him as my doctor. Dr. Russo is a very knowledgeable provider who knows his stuff and tells you how it is and what is best for the patient. I would not pick anyone else to take care of my periodontal needs and was very lucky to be referred to Dr. Russo.
Greg Slayton
4 years ago
I have known Dr. John Russo for many years and am a patient of his. I received my first dental implant from him and the procedure was literally "Pain Free". He is a great doctor and I highly recommend him.
Greg Slayton
5 years ago
I have known Dr. John Russo for many years and am a patient of his. I received my first dental implant from him and the procedure was literally "Pain Free". He is a great doctor and I highly recommend him.
Ellen Barry
6 years ago
Our 9 year old son was told by his dentist that he needed to have a gum graft. This terrified him since he is afraid of blood and IVs. However, during the consultation, Dr. Russo explained that: 1)he could use novocaine during the procedure and that an IV wasn't necessary; 2) it wouldn't take long at all; and 3) it was easier than a filling for a cavity or having a tooth pulled. He had a parent with him during the procedure and did fine. Since the gum graft, he told his teacher and friends, it wasn't bad at all, thanks to his great doctor. Everyone in the office truly cares about the patients. The total cost was a fraction of the estimates given by other periodontists. We highly recommend Dr. Russo for everyone!
Fran Johnson
6 years ago
Great staff, friendly and informative and caring. Great doctor that explains in depth the work to be done. Very compassionate to people like me that are terrified of needles.
Ellen Barry
6 years ago
Our 9 year old son was told by his dentist that he needed to have a gum graft. This terrified him since he is afraid of blood and IVs. However, during the consultation, Dr. Russo explained that: 1)he could use novocaine during the procedure and that an IV wasn't necessary; 2) it wouldn't take long at all; and 3) it was easier than a filling for a cavity or having a tooth pulled. He had a parent with him during the procedure and did fine. Since the gum graft, he told his teacher and friends, it wasn't bad at all, thanks to his great doctor. Everyone in the office truly cares about the patients. The total cost was a fraction of the estimates given by other periodontists. We highly recommend Dr. Russo for everyone!
Fran Johnson
7 years ago
Great staff, friendly and informative and caring. Great doctor that explains in depth the work to be done. Very compassionate to people like me that are terrified of needles.
Ruth Worden
7 years ago
I feel that I was very fortunate to have been referred to Dr. Russo five years ago when I needed a gum graft. He was very straight forward in telling me what needed to be done, what to expect in terms of healing/recovery and precise figures for his fees. His work was performed in a very professional fashion with a strong commitment for my comfort. A year and a half later, I needed a second graft. The results were the same. I am now being treated by Dr. Russo for a cracked tooth which was extracted in preparation for an implant. Once again, I found it very comforting to have such a competent professional care for me. In my opinion, anyone looking for periodontal service would be foolish not to select Dr. Russo.
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