El-Bahr Wahid MDS

I was referred to Dr. Elbahr by my regular dentist, who decided mid-​drill, that I needed a root canal… my dentist put a giant hole on my tooth then filled it with a temp filling and sent me on my way.
I’m a severe metal dentaphobic, as in, I’m deathly afraid of metal dental tools. Not the drill, but the exam mirror, and the metal picks that rattle against my teeth. This is important info for later on.
Anyway, when I first walked into Dr. Elbahr’s office I was warmly greeted by the receptionist, who had been very thorough in finding out my insurance information prior to my arrival, and had all my paperwork ready for me to sign. I was immediately directed to the exam chair by another friendly staff member who proceeded to do my xrays. Dr. Elbahr walked in, introduced himself, made some small talk, looked at the xrays, did my exam, and then we discussed my plan of treatment. I explained my dilemma, and he assured me he would make me as comfortable as possible during treatment. Both he and his assistant both asked me on separate occassions if I was on any pain, and actually not being in pain surprised them. He told me to call his office if I have any pain before treatment. My actual root canal was scheduled for ten days later (they were booked because it was the end of the year, and everyone is trying to use their benefits).
Today, I received my first root canal treatment. As before, when I arrived, I was greeted warmly, and directly seated in a very comfy chair. The doctor came and sat with me, made small talk while he prepared his instruments and whatnot, and assured me that if I became too scared we would take another route, just let him know. He started the numbing injections, numbing spots at a time, and told me if I feel any pain to let him know. I was given a pair of dark glasses, and they turned up the music so I could focus on it instead of the drill sounds. I brought my own headphones though.
The treatment went well, he explained everything as it was happening… and when he brought out the stills I just turned my music up. Every time the anesthesia would start to wear off (my body burns it off quick), I would raise my hand, and he’d give me another shot.
He sent me home on antibiotics, and I need to go back in two weeks. So far, Dr. Elbahr has been incredible. Friendly, personable, thorough, timely, and definitely professional. He and his staff will take care of you!