This isn’t exactly a fun thing to do in the Mohawk Valley, but I thought I’d give a shout-out to my dentist, Dr. Vincent Bonvino.
When I was looking for a new dentist a year or so ago, I just went to the Yellow Pages and started calling Dr. Bonvino was conveniently located near my place of employment and able to give me an appointment at a time I wanted. Once I got there, I found out he is an excellent dentist.
I am a big huge baby about going to the dentist. Of course most people don’t like to go to the dentist, but I have a rather large phobia about it. For years I did not voluntarily go to the dentist. Now I have dental coverage and a desire to keep my teeth if possible.
Dr. Bonvino is very understanding. When I explained my phobia, he said he could pause periodically and give me breaks. Let me tell you, that helps. The amazing thing is he remembers it every time I go in. I think a medical professional could be forgiven for not remembering every foolish quirk of every patient, but he remembers mine. Or else he made a note of it in my chart, which is just as good.
The doctor’s staff is very good, too. The receptionist remembers where I work and when I like my appointments. The hygienist is just as understanding of my foibles as the doctor.
As I said, I’ll probably never find going to the dentist fun. But Dr. Bonvino and his staff make the process a little less un-fun.
Dr. Bonvino’s office is located at 12 Central Plaza, Ilion, NY. Phone number is 315-894-5330.
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