Thomas F. Bruns, D.D.S.
Periodontics
4.6 out of 5
(226 reviews)
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About Me
"I get the most satisfaction as a dentist when my patient finds out how easy a procedure is and that it didn't even hurt."
Education
- Wood VA Hospital, Periodontal Residency
- Marquette University School of Dentistry, Milwaukee, WI, D.D.S.
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Patient Comments
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July 27, 2022
Good no problems
Good no problems
July 23, 2022
Dentist was abrupt and seemed rushed. He was unwilling to answer a question but was more interested in chit chat having nothing to do with this procedure. He did not give commentary or info on what he was doing although it was quite intrusive. He literally flew out of the TX room after the extraction without leaving any time for follow up Info or questions.
Dentist was abrupt and seemed rushed. He was unwilling to answer a question but was more interested in chit chat having nothing to do with this procedure. He did not give commentary or info on what he was doing although it was quite intrusive. He literally flew out of the TX room after the extraction without leaving any time for follow up Info or questions.
July 15, 2022
Dr. Bruns was very pleasant, explained as he went along.
Dr. Bruns was very pleasant, explained as he went along.
July 7, 2022
Dr. Bruns is absolutely excellent. Very personable, caring and expert. He knows how to cut to the chase without making you feel rushed. Would unquestionably recommend him to anyone I know needing his services.
Dr. Bruns is absolutely excellent. Very personable, caring and expert. He knows how to cut to the chase without making you feel rushed. Would unquestionably recommend him to anyone I know needing his services.
June 29, 2022
Nice guy
Nice guy
June 21, 2022
Dr. Bruns was very professional, compassionate and very understanding. I felt very comfortable with him and his service and recommendations!
Dr. Bruns was very professional, compassionate and very understanding. I felt very comfortable with him and his service and recommendations!
June 14, 2022
He was very comforting. Because I was very nervous about the procedure.
He was very comforting. Because I was very nervous about the procedure.
May 23, 2022
Very through. Good.
Very through. Good.
May 17, 2022
Dr. Bruns was spectacular. He was very skilled and kept me informed on the progress. He eased my anxiety. He is also very friendly, speaking to me when I went in for extraction. I appreciated it.
Dr. Bruns was spectacular. He was very skilled and kept me informed on the progress. He eased my anxiety. He is also very friendly, speaking to me when I went in for extraction. I appreciated it.
May 10, 2022
Dentist was excellent. Job well done.
Dentist was excellent. Job well done.
April 21, 2022
Good!
Good!
April 19, 2022
Dr Bruns and his assistant were very kind and helpful. I was very nervous and they both did a wonderful job of explaining the procedure as they went along and kept me as calm as possible.
Dr Bruns and his assistant were very kind and helpful. I was very nervous and they both did a wonderful job of explaining the procedure as they went along and kept me as calm as possible.
April 5, 2022
Excellent service!
Excellent service!
March 29, 2022
The best experience I every had.
The best experience I every had.
March 24, 2022
Dr. Bruns is an experienced and skilled professional who always puts you at ease.
Dr. Bruns is an experienced and skilled professional who always puts you at ease.
February 23, 2022
Did not describe any potential risks
Did not describe any potential risks
February 22, 2022
Omg the dentist was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and quick and careful and funny and warm and very great at his job. I felt comfortable and cared for and humanized.
Omg the dentist was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and quick and careful and funny and warm and very great at his job. I felt comfortable and cared for and humanized.
January 21, 2022
Dr. Bruns -- couldnt ask for a better professional to take care of an emergency
Dr. Bruns -- couldnt ask for a better professional to take care of an emergency
January 12, 2022
Dentist made me feel comfortable and kept me well informed- made the experience pleasant
Dentist made me feel comfortable and kept me well informed- made the experience pleasant
November 18, 2021
Excellent care!
Excellent care!
November 15, 2021
Dr Bruns has treated me for several years now and Im confident in his skills and work.
Dr Bruns has treated me for several years now and Im confident in his skills and work.
October 18, 2021
Dr. Brunns was very comforting. He would take frequent breaks so I could rest my jaw as I have a TMJ problem. I really appretiate the empathy that he extended to me.
Dr. Brunns was very comforting. He would take frequent breaks so I could rest my jaw as I have a TMJ problem. I really appretiate the empathy that he extended to me.
October 14, 2021
Dr Brune and his assistant were very helpful and thorough.
Dr Brune and his assistant were very helpful and thorough.
October 8, 2021
Dr Braun is the best Very good at what he does and has made this journey great
Dr Braun is the best Very good at what he does and has made this journey great
October 3, 2021
Excellent
Excellent
October 1, 2021
Good experience
Good experience
September 30, 2021
Experience was wonderful. I feel extremely comfortable with Dr. Bruns. He is an awesome dentist. Heather his assistant was incredible her self and so very helpful
Experience was wonderful. I feel extremely comfortable with Dr. Bruns. He is an awesome dentist. Heather his assistant was incredible her self and so very helpful
September 23, 2021
Dr, Bruns was very thorough.
Dr, Bruns was very thorough.
September 22, 2021
Dr. Bruns is a total professional who really cares about me and my treatments. I have been through some dental trauma in my life, and he is very understanding and patient.
Dr. Bruns is a total professional who really cares about me and my treatments. I have been through some dental trauma in my life, and he is very understanding and patient.
September 15, 2021
Dr Bruns and Tiffany where excellent
Dr Bruns and Tiffany where excellent
August 26, 2021
I appreciate Dr. Brun for fitting me in his schedule for an emergency extraction.
I appreciate Dr. Brun for fitting me in his schedule for an emergency extraction.
August 20, 2021
He was excellent!
He was excellent!
August 18, 2021
Dr. Bruns did a good job explaining the surgery.
Dr. Bruns did a good job explaining the surgery.
August 17, 2021
Again hes the best and his assistant
Again hes the best and his assistant
August 17, 2021
He knows his lifes work extremely well, and is very personable. I trust him implicitly.
He knows his lifes work extremely well, and is very personable. I trust him implicitly.
August 13, 2021
Dentist was very good made me feel comfortable and at ease!
Dentist was very good made me feel comfortable and at ease!
August 5, 2021
Wonderful treatment
Wonderful treatment
August 5, 2021
He was very nice.
He was very nice.
August 3, 2021
Dentist could have explained more in detail what was about to be done and what happens next.
Dentist could have explained more in detail what was about to be done and what happens next.
July 29, 2021
Dr. Bruns is simply AMAZING!! He is patient, conversant, compassionate, engaging and an absolute expert at what he does. This is the second time Ive needed his services for tooth extractions - and both times, he ticked all the boxes. Other than some very minor discomfort during the numbing process (both understandable and well worth the investment!), I had no pain whatsoever during the extraction. Dr. Bruns is also marvelously efficient. Both times I was in and out of his office in 20 minutes - to the utter astonishment of my wife in the waiting area!
Dr. Bruns is simply AMAZING!! He is patient, conversant, compassionate, engaging and an absolute expert at what he does. This is the second time Ive needed his services for tooth extractions - and both times, he ticked all the boxes. Other than some very minor discomfort during the numbing process (both understandable and well worth the investment!), I had no pain whatsoever during the extraction. Dr. Bruns is also marvelously efficient. Both times I was in and out of his office in 20 minutes - to the utter astonishment of my wife in the waiting area!
July 16, 2021
Service was great
Service was great
July 15, 2021
Dr. Bruns has always been a caring doctor who makes sure his patients understand treatment
Dr. Bruns has always been a caring doctor who makes sure his patients understand treatment
July 15, 2021
Fantastic
Fantastic
June 30, 2021
very caring. easy to talk with
very caring. easy to talk with
June 28, 2021
Dr. Bruns did not waste anytime getting to the source of the problem.
Dr. Bruns did not waste anytime getting to the source of the problem.
June 17, 2021
Dr B went way out of his way to help me
Dr B went way out of his way to help me
June 9, 2021
Thomas Bruns DID AN EXCELLENT JOB OF MAKING ME COMFORTABLE
Thomas Bruns DID AN EXCELLENT JOB OF MAKING ME COMFORTABLE
May 7, 2021
Excellent caring and work done by everyone
Excellent caring and work done by everyone
April 29, 2021
so grateful.
so grateful.
April 24, 2021
The dentist was very compassionate and explained my options well. I am very comfortable with his care.
The dentist was very compassionate and explained my options well. I am very comfortable with his care.
April 22, 2021
he was so nice to me. I think he knew I was a little nervous and was very kind, soothing and gentle with me.
he was so nice to me. I think he knew I was a little nervous and was very kind, soothing and gentle with me.
April 18, 2021
Great job!
Great job!
April 15, 2021
excellent.
excellent.
March 31, 2021
I really like Dr Bruns. He put me at ease. I would highly recommend him.
I really like Dr Bruns. He put me at ease. I would highly recommend him.
March 13, 2021
English is the dentists first language. That is important to me so I understand everything from him and he understands everything from me.
English is the dentists first language. That is important to me so I understand everything from him and he understands everything from me.
March 10, 2021
very good chair side manner
very good chair side manner
March 5, 2021
He was pleasant and reassuring
He was pleasant and reassuring
February 20, 2021
as always Dr bruns is excellent alays my fears and even makes me laugh
as always Dr bruns is excellent alays my fears and even makes me laugh
February 11, 2021
had no problems after my procedure, Im doing good.
had no problems after my procedure, Im doing good.
February 10, 2021
Dr. Bruns had consulted with Dr. Brewer as to the best treatment for my case before my visit, eased my mind and nerves
Dr. Bruns had consulted with Dr. Brewer as to the best treatment for my case before my visit, eased my mind and nerves
February 9, 2021
very good guy
very good guy
January 21, 2021
outstanding!!!!
outstanding!!!!
January 19, 2021
Very attentive doctors and dental assistances.
Very attentive doctors and dental assistances.
January 13, 2021
best dental experience I have ever had!
best dental experience I have ever had!
January 7, 2021
The dentist was very responsive to my questions and put me at ease
The dentist was very responsive to my questions and put me at ease
October 19, 2020
Dr. Bruns was very patient and responsive to any indication of discomfort, and my questions. Top notch provider!
Dr. Bruns was very patient and responsive to any indication of discomfort, and my questions. Top notch provider!
September 18, 2020
so far only honest person Ive dealt with. got horrible news from him, but at least he was honest
so far only honest person Ive dealt with. got horrible news from him, but at least he was honest
August 4, 2020
The periodontal exam before my extraction was brief, and there was no explanation of it. I was also there for an extraction at the same time, had taken medication to relax my anxiety. I would have expected an explanation of needs for the upcoming periodontal cleaning, but he went right to the extraction, then left. It went fine, but seemed in a hurry to move on to next patient.
The periodontal exam before my extraction was brief, and there was no explanation of it. I was also there for an extraction at the same time, had taken medication to relax my anxiety. I would have expected an explanation of needs for the upcoming periodontal cleaning, but he went right to the extraction, then left. It went fine, but seemed in a hurry to move on to next patient.
July 29, 2020
Dr. did seem a bit irritated when asked questions. I heard and dont doubt that he may be a good dentist but he lacks compassion or care. Seems cocky.
Dr. did seem a bit irritated when asked questions. I heard and dont doubt that he may be a good dentist but he lacks compassion or care. Seems cocky.
July 28, 2020
I felt confident with all his suggestions for ongoing care.
I felt confident with all his suggestions for ongoing care.
July 24, 2020
The dentist made sure that I had an ample amount of anesthesia for the tooth removal and if the the was too severe they would stop the treatment.
The dentist made sure that I had an ample amount of anesthesia for the tooth removal and if the the was too severe they would stop the treatment.
July 23, 2020
Hes a great dentist. Good humor.
Hes a great dentist. Good humor.
July 16, 2020
the surgeon was great as well as the dental technician! I have a great fear of dental work and had been in pain for 4 days and not sleeping the last 2 days. I was literally jumping out of my skin in pain! they were calm and very soothing!
the surgeon was great as well as the dental technician! I have a great fear of dental work and had been in pain for 4 days and not sleeping the last 2 days. I was literally jumping out of my skin in pain! they were calm and very soothing!
July 3, 2020
I spent too much time alone in the dental chair. I thought about walking out. Was I forgotten?
I spent too much time alone in the dental chair. I thought about walking out. Was I forgotten?
July 2, 2020
dental implants are never a fun experience but Dr Bruns and his assistant make me as comfortable and pain free as possible, explained the treatment well and performed it with efficiency
dental implants are never a fun experience but Dr Bruns and his assistant make me as comfortable and pain free as possible, explained the treatment well and performed it with efficiency
February 14, 2020
Dr. Bruns had good bedside manner, trying to make patient feel at ease before & after operation (pulling 4 teeth).
Dr. Bruns had good bedside manner, trying to make patient feel at ease before & after operation (pulling 4 teeth).
February 13, 2020
Dr. Grzybowski and Dr. Bruns are excellent at their jobs and come highly recommended. Both of them demonstrate excellent communication skills and caring for their patients.
Dr. Grzybowski and Dr. Bruns are excellent at their jobs and come highly recommended. Both of them demonstrate excellent communication skills and caring for their patients.
February 4, 2020
Both doctors (dentists) I saw were GREAT!
Both doctors (dentists) I saw were GREAT!
January 24, 2020
Dr Bruns is an excellent doctor and I highly value his skills and expertise. Plus, hes just so darn nice and friendly. He always puts me at ease.
Dr Bruns is an excellent doctor and I highly value his skills and expertise. Plus, hes just so darn nice and friendly. He always puts me at ease.
January 19, 2020
doc bruns is probably the best dentist i have been 2. lays it on the table so you can understand, gives you options and honest advice. belongs on a old guys rule t shirt
doc bruns is probably the best dentist i have been 2. lays it on the table so you can understand, gives you options and honest advice. belongs on a old guys rule t shirt
January 10, 2020
An excellent dentist! Best Ive ever had.
An excellent dentist! Best Ive ever had.
January 10, 2020
Wonderful. Dr Bruns put me completely at ease.
Wonderful. Dr Bruns put me completely at ease.
January 8, 2020
it was a scary procedure. I wish he would have talked more about what he was doing. I am putting in dissolvable stitches now. etc.
it was a scary procedure. I wish he would have talked more about what he was doing. I am putting in dissolvable stitches now. etc.
December 27, 2019
Dr Bruns has a great bedside manner
Dr Bruns has a great bedside manner
December 24, 2019
I have much respect for Dr. Bruns. Hes the best.
I have much respect for Dr. Bruns. Hes the best.
December 19, 2019
Dr Bruns explains all options clearly.
Dr Bruns explains all options clearly.
December 17, 2019
Dr. Bruns was extremely kind, personable and took time to reassure me about the extraction I was about to have. Before he started the actual extraction, he said If you feel any pain whatsoever, we stop immediately. Deal? Even an anxious patient like me couldnt turn down a deal like that one! Thanks, Dr. Bruns! It was a 10/10 experience, just like you promised it would be!
Dr. Bruns was extremely kind, personable and took time to reassure me about the extraction I was about to have. Before he started the actual extraction, he said If you feel any pain whatsoever, we stop immediately. Deal? Even an anxious patient like me couldnt turn down a deal like that one! Thanks, Dr. Bruns! It was a 10/10 experience, just like you promised it would be!
December 13, 2019
This was one of the best dental experiences I have had, very professional and friendly
This was one of the best dental experiences I have had, very professional and friendly
December 10, 2019
In general everything was good!!!
In general everything was good!!!
December 9, 2019
Hygienist was professional did an excellent job. Dr. Brewer & dental assistant did a great job. I have a fear of dentist.
Hygienist was professional did an excellent job. Dr. Brewer & dental assistant did a great job. I have a fear of dentist.
December 4, 2019
Dr. Bruns is a very good dentist. He cares about his patients.
Dr. Bruns is a very good dentist. He cares about his patients.
December 3, 2019
Continue to keep up the good work staff and Dr Bruns
Continue to keep up the good work staff and Dr Bruns
November 15, 2019
Both Dr Bruns and Dr Lukatz are excellent dentists, and I have great confidence in them both.
Both Dr Bruns and Dr Lukatz are excellent dentists, and I have great confidence in them both.
October 23, 2019
Communication was very good.
Communication was very good.
October 18, 2019
Dr. Bruns is a Prince. I would make him a King, but everyone knows that ELVIS is KING.
Dr. Bruns is a Prince. I would make him a King, but everyone knows that ELVIS is KING.
October 11, 2019
Dr Bruns is great!!!
Dr Bruns is great!!!
September 19, 2019
felt confident that he really knew what he was doing and could handle any problems that arose
felt confident that he really knew what he was doing and could handle any problems that arose
September 12, 2019
Great!!!
Great!!!
September 3, 2019
It is a blessing to have such talented dentists working on my wife and I.
It is a blessing to have such talented dentists working on my wife and I.
August 23, 2019
Bad experience with Dr. Bruns
Bad experience with Dr. Bruns
August 16, 2019
Very patient!
Very patient!
July 25, 2019
I was given an option to have a tooth implant yet I started asking about different options that were never suggested
I was given an option to have a tooth implant yet I started asking about different options that were never suggested
July 23, 2019
great!!
great!!
June 20, 2019
he was very nice and very smart. he knew exactly what I was talking about
he was very nice and very smart. he knew exactly what I was talking about
June 16, 2019
No one is better than Dr Bruns - been seeing him for years - he is the BEST!
No one is better than Dr Bruns - been seeing him for years - he is the BEST!
May 30, 2019
The staff and Dentists are always excellent
The staff and Dentists are always excellent
May 8, 2019
Dr. Bruns and Tiffany his assistant are both awesome!
Dr. Bruns and Tiffany his assistant are both awesome!
May 8, 2019
exceptional customer service
exceptional customer service
May 5, 2019
This was a consult. Dr. Bruns, whom I have seen before, was pleasant. However, every time I see him, he politely berates for not having good home care hygiene of my teeth, which is completely untrue. I floss 2 times EVERY day and brush 3 times EVERY day. Why would he assume that I do not take care of my teeth? He also mentioned that I should use mouthwash (I already do, several times a day), not even asking me if I already use mouthwash/floss/brush. I need to be sedated every time I have dental work done on my right lower jaw, because it can not be numbed, regardless of how many injections they administer. Because I encounter a different dentist almost every time I have dental work done here, I have to explain this to each new dentist. None of them believe me and insist on trying to numb this area, and it always fails. This is extremely frustrating and painful (nerve pain). Why cant this information be passed along/alerted in my records? Dr. Bruns , at this visit, expressed his disbelief also. This is exasperating.
This was a consult. Dr. Bruns, whom I have seen before, was pleasant. However, every time I see him, he politely berates for not having good home care hygiene of my teeth, which is completely untrue. I floss 2 times EVERY day and brush 3 times EVERY day. Why would he assume that I do not take care of my teeth? He also mentioned that I should use mouthwash (I already do, several times a day), not even asking me if I already use mouthwash/floss/brush. I need to be sedated every time I have dental work done on my right lower jaw, because it can not be numbed, regardless of how many injections they administer. Because I encounter a different dentist almost every time I have dental work done here, I have to explain this to each new dentist. None of them believe me and insist on trying to numb this area, and it always fails. This is extremely frustrating and painful (nerve pain). Why cant this information be passed along/alerted in my records? Dr. Bruns , at this visit, expressed his disbelief also. This is exasperating.
April 4, 2019
I,m looking forward to my next visit in may
I,m looking forward to my next visit in may
February 14, 2019
Dr. Bruns has answered all of my questions to date in a satisfactory manner.
Dr. Bruns has answered all of my questions to date in a satisfactory manner.
January 30, 2019
did not bring up the least expensive treatment plan. some people can not afford the most expensive treatment. also only gave very brief description off treatment plans.
did not bring up the least expensive treatment plan. some people can not afford the most expensive treatment. also only gave very brief description off treatment plans.
January 26, 2019
Dr Bruns is a great guy
Dr Bruns is a great guy
January 22, 2019
I wish the doctor wouldve check my loose Crown.
I wish the doctor wouldve check my loose Crown.
January 8, 2019
I have absolutely no confident in this dentist. Has incompetent dental skills. Im quite disappointed with the service provided.
I have absolutely no confident in this dentist. Has incompetent dental skills. Im quite disappointed with the service provided.
November 11, 2018
Dr Bruns has done a thorough, clean job with all my periodontal work in the last 6 yrs, at least, and am now preparing for my 6th tooth implant.
Dr Bruns has done a thorough, clean job with all my periodontal work in the last 6 yrs, at least, and am now preparing for my 6th tooth implant.
November 8, 2018
Dr. Bruns is awesome!
Dr. Bruns is awesome!
November 7, 2018
Dentist made me feel rushed. He did not explain the difference between the two types of procedure that interested me. I conveyed that I wanted a left upper molar tooth in my empty space. Right away he communicated with the hygienist to make note of an implant, not giving me the option of a bridge.
Dentist made me feel rushed. He did not explain the difference between the two types of procedure that interested me. I conveyed that I wanted a left upper molar tooth in my empty space. Right away he communicated with the hygienist to make note of an implant, not giving me the option of a bridge.
October 31, 2018
Explained everything during the process.
Explained everything during the process.
October 14, 2018
Dr.Bruns made me feel at ease. I was very anxious when I came to see him and very upset that the procedure that I need comes as a result of a bad dental experience with a hygienist who broke my tooth. He made me feel comfortable and let me know that he would do whatever he could to make things better. He took the time to care about me as a person. his assistant was also very nice. I think her name was Heather. Id like to thank them both for making me feel a little less apprehensive.
Dr.Bruns made me feel at ease. I was very anxious when I came to see him and very upset that the procedure that I need comes as a result of a bad dental experience with a hygienist who broke my tooth. He made me feel comfortable and let me know that he would do whatever he could to make things better. He took the time to care about me as a person. his assistant was also very nice. I think her name was Heather. Id like to thank them both for making me feel a little less apprehensive.
September 18, 2018
he didnt explain anything that he was doing. my eyes were closed because I was nervous, he put the numbing cream in my mouth without telling me, jabbed my gums with a needle multiple times without any warning. then he kept completely plugging my nose with my lip so I couldnt breathe through it. when I breathed through my mouth I could taste the burning flesh and that taste still wont go away. not a good experience at all
he didnt explain anything that he was doing. my eyes were closed because I was nervous, he put the numbing cream in my mouth without telling me, jabbed my gums with a needle multiple times without any warning. then he kept completely plugging my nose with my lip so I couldnt breathe through it. when I breathed through my mouth I could taste the burning flesh and that taste still wont go away. not a good experience at all
August 13, 2018
The comments is very good!
The comments is very good!
July 27, 2018
Very knowledgeable.
Very knowledgeable.
July 14, 2018
The dentist seemed like he could have been nice but I was extremely uncomfortable with how he handled me. He kept pressing down on my forehead and then my whole head was in his stomach. Definitely not OK!
The dentist seemed like he could have been nice but I was extremely uncomfortable with how he handled me. He kept pressing down on my forehead and then my whole head was in his stomach. Definitely not OK!
June 29, 2018
I was in and out in 20 mins w a tooth extraction no pain very good
I was in and out in 20 mins w a tooth extraction no pain very good
June 26, 2018
I would recommend Dr Bruns to everyone I know.
I would recommend Dr Bruns to everyone I know.
June 20, 2018
very personable and compassionate dentist who seemed to care that I understood my options and about how to handle my situation
very personable and compassionate dentist who seemed to care that I understood my options and about how to handle my situation
June 5, 2018
Dr. Bruns was attentive, thorough and skillful. My Tooth Extraction result has been very good.
Dr. Bruns was attentive, thorough and skillful. My Tooth Extraction result has been very good.
May 30, 2018
overall, a great experience.
overall, a great experience.
May 15, 2018
he only spoke to me to report things went well. no other contact
he only spoke to me to report things went well. no other contact
April 20, 2018
HE WAS VERY GOOD AT WHAT HE DOES.
HE WAS VERY GOOD AT WHAT HE DOES.
April 6, 2018
very good I felt very comfortable
very good I felt very comfortable
April 4, 2018
i understood i was to see dr bruns to finish cleaning(hygienist did not finish with floss or brushing) and explain what my problems with gum problems and bone loose problems. he spent 5 mins with me did not address gum problem or bone olose problem hygienist said i had
i understood i was to see dr bruns to finish cleaning(hygienist did not finish with floss or brushing) and explain what my problems with gum problems and bone loose problems. he spent 5 mins with me did not address gum problem or bone olose problem hygienist said i had
April 3, 2018
Dr. Bruns did not explain the estimate and left before telling his assistant what to put in the estimate. I dont even know the process for an implant.
Dr. Bruns did not explain the estimate and left before telling his assistant what to put in the estimate. I dont even know the process for an implant.
February 19, 2018
The Dentist explained the steps he was taking which increased my comfort level.
The Dentist explained the steps he was taking which increased my comfort level.
February 9, 2018
Had a tooth removed. Went extremely fast and way better than anticipated. Could certainly tell the Dr wanted to get out of there (last appointment of the day) Went over what was necessary, but had his coat on and walking out the door before I was out of the room
Had a tooth removed. Went extremely fast and way better than anticipated. Could certainly tell the Dr wanted to get out of there (last appointment of the day) Went over what was necessary, but had his coat on and walking out the door before I was out of the room
February 5, 2018
I dont have fear now as I did in the past with dentists
I dont have fear now as I did in the past with dentists
January 30, 2018
The entire process was not explained to me - what he was doing & why he was doing it, no explanation as to what I should do afterward & what to expect (just a sheet of paper given to me for post care). My prescription was not written out & given to me causing me to think that it was called into pharmacy & caused me a lot of running around & extra pain & frustration.
The entire process was not explained to me - what he was doing & why he was doing it, no explanation as to what I should do afterward & what to expect (just a sheet of paper given to me for post care). My prescription was not written out & given to me causing me to think that it was called into pharmacy & caused me a lot of running around & extra pain & frustration.
January 12, 2018
Extraction was quick but painful. Not sure if enough time was allowed between numbing and extraction.
Extraction was quick but painful. Not sure if enough time was allowed between numbing and extraction.
January 3, 2018
He had to surgically remove what was left of an eye tooth. This is never a great experience. It had to be done and he did a good job.
He had to surgically remove what was left of an eye tooth. This is never a great experience. It had to be done and he did a good job.
December 25, 2017
No problems
No problems
December 1, 2017
You guys are always very professionally personable and accommodating.
You guys are always very professionally personable and accommodating.
November 6, 2017
Dr. Lenarduzzi is checking with my allergist as to what options can be used for my needs.I feel he has gone above and beyond in helping my needs.
Dr. Lenarduzzi is checking with my allergist as to what options can be used for my needs.I feel he has gone above and beyond in helping my needs.
October 29, 2017
Just saw hygienist then Dr. Bruns who is outstanding just discussing matters with or working on the gums or removing teeth. Never hurt and didnt feel anything in th past.
Just saw hygienist then Dr. Bruns who is outstanding just discussing matters with or working on the gums or removing teeth. Never hurt and didnt feel anything in th past.
October 29, 2017
Professional and courteous.
Professional and courteous.
October 20, 2017
Really wishing he would have explained things better
Really wishing he would have explained things better
October 15, 2017
Even though I had never met the man before, I felt pretty comfortable with him. He had a sense of humor that set a light tone given the procedure that was going to happen
Even though I had never met the man before, I felt pretty comfortable with him. He had a sense of humor that set a light tone given the procedure that was going to happen
October 10, 2017
Consultation on possible implant or bridge. He told me if there was a room full of dentists, they would recommend implant. My assistant will get you the cost information and left the room. He spent, at the most, 1 minutes with me. He doesnt give you the warm and fuzzies if you get my drift.
Consultation on possible implant or bridge. He told me if there was a room full of dentists, they would recommend implant. My assistant will get you the cost information and left the room. He spent, at the most, 1 minutes with me. He doesnt give you the warm and fuzzies if you get my drift.
September 11, 2017
Excellent dentist, I travel extra miles to see and be treated by him.
Excellent dentist, I travel extra miles to see and be treated by him.
September 3, 2017
I trust this dentist fully.
I trust this dentist fully.
August 11, 2017
My experience with Dr. Bruns was exceptional, timely and a job well done. I was extremely pleased and frankly, surprised at the ease of this treatment.
My experience with Dr. Bruns was exceptional, timely and a job well done. I was extremely pleased and frankly, surprised at the ease of this treatment.
July 28, 2017
treatment plan changed from two implants to one then back to two and lost two mints time for having this compleated because of this indecision
treatment plan changed from two implants to one then back to two and lost two mints time for having this compleated because of this indecision
July 27, 2017
Great dentist!! Thats why I ask for him.
Great dentist!! Thats why I ask for him.
June 25, 2017
There is a piece of bone lodged in my gums after the extraction in Oct. Dr remedied the problem. But I had to suggest numbing & taking an x-ray. After pulling out the bone fragment, no x-ray was taken afterward.
There is a piece of bone lodged in my gums after the extraction in Oct. Dr remedied the problem. But I had to suggest numbing & taking an x-ray. After pulling out the bone fragment, no x-ray was taken afterward.
May 28, 2017
My first experience with Dr Bruns. Very impressed with his knowledge and expertise.
My first experience with Dr Bruns. Very impressed with his knowledge and expertise.
April 24, 2017
dr bruns is great. he is a wonderful to your business
dr bruns is great. he is a wonderful to your business
April 9, 2017
Dr Bruns thoroughly explained all my options.
Dr Bruns thoroughly explained all my options.
March 4, 2017
I like Dr Bruns ,he makes you feel at ease.
I like Dr Bruns ,he makes you feel at ease.
February 10, 2017
the exam and visit seemed rushed. I didn't feel as if all my questions were initially answered to the point that I understood. I had to ask a lot of follow up questions for clarification. I had oral surgery and I should had been given the option to leave with pain medication and not just a prescription. took me 30 minutes to reach pharmacy and by then I was in a lot of pain.
the exam and visit seemed rushed. I didn't feel as if all my questions were initially answered to the point that I understood. I had to ask a lot of follow up questions for clarification. I had oral surgery and I should had been given the option to leave with pain medication and not just a prescription. took me 30 minutes to reach pharmacy and by then I was in a lot of pain.
January 24, 2017
The Dental Technician should be reminded of HIPPA
The Dental Technician should be reminded of HIPPA
January 16, 2017
I didn't feel like my provider really went over the procedure, post-op care and expected recovery in depth.
I didn't feel like my provider really went over the procedure, post-op care and expected recovery in depth.
January 3, 2017
Awesome
Awesome
December 14, 2016
The dentist is wonderful & a great personality with the patient make you feel very comfortable.
The dentist is wonderful & a great personality with the patient make you feel very comfortable.
October 18, 2016
Dentist told me I needed to have a tooth pulled and when I mentioned that I was surprised about that, he cut me off in conversation and told me he would review my records. He did not do that
Dentist told me I needed to have a tooth pulled and when I mentioned that I was surprised about that, he cut me off in conversation and told me he would review my records. He did not do that
October 18, 2016
My problems with the dentist were not as much as what he was saying but what he was not hearing me say. After the 3rd or 4th time he told me to be still, he asked me how I had had so much dental work done before. I told him (as I had said before that I had been sedated with what the doctors called "happy gas."
My problems with the dentist were not as much as what he was saying but what he was not hearing me say. After the 3rd or 4th time he told me to be still, he asked me how I had had so much dental work done before. I told him (as I had said before that I had been sedated with what the doctors called "happy gas."
September 13, 2016
good
good
September 8, 2016
The first shot hurt of course, but so did all the rest. And it still hurt when he pulled the tooth. Should I be doing something differently when I have a tooth pulled.
The first shot hurt of course, but so did all the rest. And it still hurt when he pulled the tooth. Should I be doing something differently when I have a tooth pulled.
August 22, 2016
Dr. Bruns is a wonderful dentist. However, on the follow-up visit (a week later after the procedure he performed), I think he would have just let me go after checking on me, without reviewing and making sure I understood what was to happen next with future work on my last upper teeth on each side. ... I had to prompt and remind him and his assistants that I still had work to be done, and, now [after his work], what was to be the SPECIFIC course of treatment I should have done with my general dentist. He was very attentive once I started asking the questions...
Dr. Bruns is a wonderful dentist. However, on the follow-up visit (a week later after the procedure he performed), I think he would have just let me go after checking on me, without reviewing and making sure I understood what was to happen next with future work on my last upper teeth on each side. ... I had to prompt and remind him and his assistants that I still had work to be done, and, now [after his work], what was to be the SPECIFIC course of treatment I should have done with my general dentist. He was very attentive once I started asking the questions...
July 21, 2016
The dentist is wonderful & a great personality with the patient make you feel very comfortable.
The dentist is wonderful & a great personality with the patient make you feel very comfortable.
May 13, 2016
Dr. Bruns always seem to be in a hurry. He's very good at what he does though.
Dr. Bruns always seem to be in a hurry. He's very good at what he does though.
April 4, 2016
Dr Bruns treats patients in a very good manner. He's friendly, courteous, helpful and very knowledgeable. He addressed all my questions and concerns and gave very positive advice and potential outcomes.
Dr Bruns treats patients in a very good manner. He's friendly, courteous, helpful and very knowledgeable. He addressed all my questions and concerns and gave very positive advice and potential outcomes.
March 15, 2016
gentle with a good sense of humor.
gentle with a good sense of humor.
March 15, 2016
All went well.
All went well.
January 12, 2016
Reported TMJ problem I have and concern for not having jaw jerked. Jaw was in pain during procedure.
Reported TMJ problem I have and concern for not having jaw jerked. Jaw was in pain during procedure.
December 14, 2015
Dr. Bruns was very good to dad he is 95 years old.
Dr. Bruns was very good to dad he is 95 years old.
December 6, 2015
Dr. Bruns was amazing. I was in for a tooth extraction and naturally had a bit of anxiety. He immediately put me at ease with conversation of interest to me. The extraction was painless and recovery rapid. Thank you
Dr. Bruns was amazing. I was in for a tooth extraction and naturally had a bit of anxiety. He immediately put me at ease with conversation of interest to me. The extraction was painless and recovery rapid. Thank you
December 1, 2015
Dr. Bruns is the best!
Dr. Bruns is the best!
October 29, 2015
Excellent.
Excellent.
October 22, 2015
Good.
Good.
October 18, 2015
Good
Good
October 11, 2015
Positive experience!
Positive experience!
October 8, 2015
I was very concerned about my procedure. Dr. Bruns was great. No pain, quick, easy recovery! Highly recommend!
I was very concerned about my procedure. Dr. Bruns was great. No pain, quick, easy recovery! Highly recommend!
September 22, 2015
He did an excellent job with everything!
He did an excellent job with everything!
September 6, 2015
there was some complications with the surgery, But the Dr. kept me informed and kept me at ease.
there was some complications with the surgery, But the Dr. kept me informed and kept me at ease.
August 24, 2015
Dr. Bruns and his assistant was very helpful in this instances. I've seen him in the past and he was more understanding this time around.
Dr. Bruns and his assistant was very helpful in this instances. I've seen him in the past and he was more understanding this time around.
August 3, 2015
Dentist quick & honest with recommendations.
Dentist quick & honest with recommendations.
June 10, 2015
Good experience from when I walked in to walking - out - Thank you!
Good experience from when I walked in to walking - out - Thank you!
May 28, 2015
Our deep appreciation to Dr. Bruns, Dr. Lenarduzzi and Kristin K. for their generosity, time, explanation, & direction. Each went above & beyond the call of duty to help us.
Our deep appreciation to Dr. Bruns, Dr. Lenarduzzi and Kristin K. for their generosity, time, explanation, & direction. Each went above & beyond the call of duty to help us.
May 25, 2015
Dr. Bruns is a dentist that I trust and whose opinion I value. He is my only choice.
Dr. Bruns is a dentist that I trust and whose opinion I value. He is my only choice.
March 29, 2015
I came in to have a tooth pulled. The surgeon spent maybe 3 minutes. The only pain I was in was the pain he inflicted!!!. Never again with this dentist.
I came in to have a tooth pulled. The surgeon spent maybe 3 minutes. The only pain I was in was the pain he inflicted!!!. Never again with this dentist.
March 27, 2015
He looked at chart, I let him know I was in pain and he knew why when he saw the exray. I have no problem with Dr. Bruns. He has my ultimate trust for doing a great and professional job.
He looked at chart, I let him know I was in pain and he knew why when he saw the exray. I have no problem with Dr. Bruns. He has my ultimate trust for doing a great and professional job.
March 26, 2015
Very caring to my needs.
Very caring to my needs.
February 6, 2015
Dr. Bruns did a fantastic job in deadening my mouth for the tooth extraction.
Dr. Bruns did a fantastic job in deadening my mouth for the tooth extraction.
January 28, 2015
Dr. Bruns made me feel invisible. He didn't talk with me, just at me. He didn't wait until the numbing medication took before he started working on my teeth.
Dr. Bruns made me feel invisible. He didn't talk with me, just at me. He didn't wait until the numbing medication took before he started working on my teeth.
January 26, 2015
I felt as if I was rushed in and out. I am attempting to get work done and was told flat out no. I felt like I was treated like a child who couldn't make my own decision.
I felt as if I was rushed in and out. I am attempting to get work done and was told flat out no. I felt like I was treated like a child who couldn't make my own decision.
January 14, 2015
He's gotten much better with his chairside manner!
He's gotten much better with his chairside manner!
November 30, 2014
Really like Dr Brunns
Really like Dr Brunns
November 24, 2014
Everyone at the clinic has always been very friendly and kind.
Everyone at the clinic has always been very friendly and kind.
November 8, 2014
I was seen at the scheduled time. Everyone was super nice and I was given very adequate numbing medication. Everything was explained before hand and I was asked if I had any questions. Everything went very well.
I was seen at the scheduled time. Everyone was super nice and I was given very adequate numbing medication. Everything was explained before hand and I was asked if I had any questions. Everything went very well.
November 6, 2014
I have trust in (DDS Thomas Bruns) he has helped me in the past (great job), I think Dental Associates - do a good job for all that go there. From cleaning of teeth to all that is needed to keep a healthy mouth teeth & gums. Thank you great staff who CARES!
I have trust in (DDS Thomas Bruns) he has helped me in the past (great job), I think Dental Associates - do a good job for all that go there. From cleaning of teeth to all that is needed to keep a healthy mouth teeth & gums. Thank you great staff who CARES!
October 15, 2014
They did not clean my partials after my Oral Surgery.
They did not clean my partials after my Oral Surgery.
October 10, 2014
all good
all good
October 9, 2014
pleasant and timely
pleasant and timely
October 8, 2014
Talked too fast.
Talked too fast.
September 28, 2014
horrible experience doctor Bruns was extremely rude to me. I was nervous going into the appointment and he made it worse. I got no after care instructions for my procedure I was just sent on my way. I also got no prescription for the oral rinse.
horrible experience doctor Bruns was extremely rude to me. I was nervous going into the appointment and he made it worse. I got no after care instructions for my procedure I was just sent on my way. I also got no prescription for the oral rinse.
August 29, 2014
Have been treated by Dr. Bruns before. Always professional, knowledgeable and courteous. Gets to know and recognize patients. A great credit to his profession and the clinic.
Have been treated by Dr. Bruns before. Always professional, knowledgeable and courteous. Gets to know and recognize patients. A great credit to his profession and the clinic.
August 27, 2014
The experience has been good at all times.
The experience has been good at all times.
August 6, 2014
I came in with an urgent need. I was taken care of promptly & with little pain. Dr. Bruns is great.
I came in with an urgent need. I was taken care of promptly & with little pain. Dr. Bruns is great.
August 6, 2014
I am very confident in Dr. Bruns' abilities.
I am very confident in Dr. Bruns' abilities.
July 23, 2014
Very good.
Very good.
July 23, 2014
Dr. Bruns was fantastic!! Considerate courteous, concerned for my well being.
Dr. Bruns was fantastic!! Considerate courteous, concerned for my well being.
July 21, 2014
A++ - would never go anywhere else.
A++ - would never go anywhere else.
July 21, 2014
She was wonderful. I felt very comfortable with her!
She was wonderful. I felt very comfortable with her!
July 21, 2014
I ALWAYS recommend ortho surgeon to friends.
I ALWAYS recommend ortho surgeon to friends.
July 20, 2014
I feel that everyone is very pleasant and friendly.
I feel that everyone is very pleasant and friendly.
July 20, 2014
He was very clear about what was happening.
He was very clear about what was happening.
July 13, 2014
good
good
July 11, 2014
I've called Dr Brun's office several times to ask follow-up care questions and his staff do not return my calls; I went to the office in person to ask my questions only to find no one there in his dept. and one of the other receptionists who assisted me when I went in person that time provided me with a "direct" number for his office which when I dialed it, the number is not in service.
I've called Dr Brun's office several times to ask follow-up care questions and his staff do not return my calls; I went to the office in person to ask my questions only to find no one there in his dept. and one of the other receptionists who assisted me when I went in person that time provided me with a "direct" number for his office which when I dialed it, the number is not in service.
July 7, 2014
very good
very good
July 3, 2014
The doctor ID NOT wait long enough for the anesthesia to work and I was in EXCRUCIATING PAIN.
The doctor ID NOT wait long enough for the anesthesia to work and I was in EXCRUCIATING PAIN.
June 26, 2014
They were all good.
They were all good.
June 17, 2014
No problems occurred during this visit.
No problems occurred during this visit.
June 16, 2014
if I have to have work done, Dr. Bruns is the best! good, friendly and an all around nice man.
if I have to have work done, Dr. Bruns is the best! good, friendly and an all around nice man.
June 16, 2014
I was very impressed with this facility.
I was very impressed with this facility.
June 10, 2014
Very good! As I expected.
Very good! As I expected.
May 30, 2014
Pleasant.
Pleasant.
May 10, 2014
I received Excellent treatment.
I received Excellent treatment.
May 10, 2014
Dr. Bruns was highly concerned about my after care and he made sure I was comfortable. Superb!
Dr. Bruns was highly concerned about my after care and he made sure I was comfortable. Superb!
March 12, 2014
Great staff!
Great staff!
March 8, 2014
I cracked my tooth and had to wait 6 days to get it out
I cracked my tooth and had to wait 6 days to get it out
March 4, 2014
Dr. Bruns was very concerned about my procedure. He explained it thoroughly. He was patient and kind.
Dr. Bruns was very concerned about my procedure. He explained it thoroughly. He was patient and kind.
March 4, 2014
*Dr. Bruns was very concerned about my procedure. He explained it thoroughly. He was patient and kind.
*Dr. Bruns was very concerned about my procedure. He explained it thoroughly. He was patient and kind.
March 4, 2014
Sometimes the persons taking payment are not very friendly. Dont remember. Used this clinic for many years.
Sometimes the persons taking payment are not very friendly. Dont remember. Used this clinic for many years.
March 4, 2014
They mailed the info which I found very confusing. Because I did not have my checkbook w/me they wanted more money to pay w/credit. I insisted on seeing a manager. She would not change the process. Finally *Dr. Bruns said it was OK to mail a check.
They mailed the info which I found very confusing. Because I did not have my checkbook w/me they wanted more money to pay w/credit. I insisted on seeing a manager. She would not change the process. Finally *Dr. Bruns said it was OK to mail a check.
January 14, 2014
I was satisfied overall.
I was satisfied overall.
October 21, 2013
On my first visit for a cleaning the dentist informed me I would need to see the gum specialist because he had some concerns the gum specialist took one look at my gums said "keep up the good work" and sent me on my way.. a waste a lunch hour
On my first visit for a cleaning the dentist informed me I would need to see the gum specialist because he had some concerns the gum specialist took one look at my gums said "keep up the good work" and sent me on my way.. a waste a lunch hour
September 23, 2013
All the dentists and hygenists I have encountered have been great.
All the dentists and hygenists I have encountered have been great.
August 2, 2013
Dr. Bruns is a great physician/dentist.
Dr. Bruns is a great physician/dentist.
July 30, 2013
dr Braun and rachael are great
dr Braun and rachael are great
July 22, 2013
The dentist was very rough, during the treatment when i was in pain and raised my hand to ask that he stop he kept going which showed me he had no regard for my comfort during the procedure.
The dentist was very rough, during the treatment when i was in pain and raised my hand to ask that he stop he kept going which showed me he had no regard for my comfort during the procedure.
June 21, 2013
I feel like a number, cattle to slaughter!
I feel like a number, cattle to slaughter!
June 17, 2013
Dr. B was very good at explaining my options concerning my teeth.
Dr. B was very good at explaining my options concerning my teeth.
May 9, 2013
I believe implant has exposed post. Need 2nd opinion. Not finished with treatment.
I believe implant has exposed post. Need 2nd opinion. Not finished with treatment.
May 3, 2013
This is the first visit I had with Dental Associates, and was very pleased with my visit. Dr. Bruns was very thorough on what they are going to do, and made me feel comfortable. I'd rather travel a little farther to find a good dentist (or doctor)
This is the first visit I had with Dental Associates, and was very pleased with my visit. Dr. Bruns was very thorough on what they are going to do, and made me feel comfortable. I'd rather travel a little farther to find a good dentist (or doctor)
February 25, 2013
No complaints.
No complaints.
February 11, 2013
I've found dentists at Dental Associates to be professionally courteous until you start questioning their treatment plan for you. During my very first visit, the dentists didn't want to engage in any discussion about how I felt about it
I've found dentists at Dental Associates to be professionally courteous until you start questioning their treatment plan for you. During my very first visit, the dentists didn't want to engage in any discussion about how I felt about it
February 11, 2013
wasn't really given available options or even explained the next steps for treatment. perhaps that will come in a subsequent visit.
wasn't really given available options or even explained the next steps for treatment. perhaps that will come in a subsequent visit.
February 4, 2013
Great experience meeting with Thomas Bruns, DDS.
Great experience meeting with Thomas Bruns, DDS.
January 21, 2013
Dr. Bruns is very caring, personable and spends as much time as needed for as busy as he is.
Dr. Bruns is very caring, personable and spends as much time as needed for as busy as he is.
January 14, 2013
I do not blame Dr. Bruns for this as it was not his fault. I blame the dentist who told me a bridge would be no problem, without verifying that with someone who actually did bridge work. It was a waste of my time and Dr. Bruns wasted a scheduling spot
I do not blame Dr. Bruns for this as it was not his fault. I blame the dentist who told me a bridge would be no problem, without verifying that with someone who actually did bridge work. It was a waste of my time and Dr. Bruns wasted a scheduling spot
December 21, 2012
Fair but could use more simpler terms when talking to patients.
Fair but could use more simpler terms when talking to patients.
December 10, 2012
Very thorough with his explanations.
Very thorough with his explanations.
October 26, 2012
LOVE Dr. Bruns!
LOVE Dr. Bruns!
October 11, 2012
I would of preferred more of a selection to choose another orthodontist & dentist for my implant. I asked for gas to relieve the discomfort from the needles & he refused to allow a gas mask.
I would of preferred more of a selection to choose another orthodontist & dentist for my implant. I asked for gas to relieve the discomfort from the needles & he refused to allow a gas mask.
October 3, 2012
Dr. Bruns seemed very confident & competent.
Dr. Bruns seemed very confident & competent.