Lois Richter3 weeks ago
★★★★★
The staff at Crystal River Dental is very professional, friendly & efficient. I am so happy that I found them.
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No Oral Surgeon Referral Needed
Nitrous Oxide & Oral Sedation
Most Surgical Benefits Maximized
Most patients never need to leave our practice for surgical care. Everything is handled in-house by the local team you already know and trust.
Your full medical history, 3D digital imaging, and long-term treatment blueprints are already in our hands — no starting over with a new provider.
We offer customized nitrous oxide or oral sedation sedation parameters. You never have to white-knuckle your way through necessary surgical procedures.
Many patients automatically assume that tooth extractions or wisdom teeth removal require a cold, unfamiliar surgical center. As a general practitioner with extensive advanced training, Dr. Lisa Piontek performs a wide spectrum of complex surgeries comfortably right here at 400 School St. From simple therapeutic extractions to preparatory bone grafting and precise implant placement, we handle your workflow smoothly, combine it with tailored sedation protocols, and set realistic, transparent recovery maps.
Removal of highly visible, fully accessible teeth due to heavy breakdown, severe crowding, or unfixable cracks. Fast, routine, and predictable.
Surgical extraction of problematic, misaligned, or completely impacted third molars. One of our most common routine surgical capabilities.
Delicate removal of heavily broken teeth, structurally complex roots, or impacted teeth requiring conservative small tissue incisions.
Specialized socket preservation and precise alveolar ridge augmentation to rebuild jawbone density in preparation for future dental implants.
In-office surgical positioning of biocompatible titanium dental implant fixtures, built safely using accurate 3D CBCT tracking guides.
Gentle laser removal of highly restrictive frenum tissues to permanently solve lip-ties and tongue-ties in infants, children, or adults.
Say goodbye to driving to external surgical networks, managing multiple billing chains, or dealing with stranger clinics. We provide complete care under one familiar roof.
We administer safe nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or personalized oral sedation scripts based entirely on your personal history metrics and anxiety levels.
You leave with detailed, plain-language recovery steps, prescription optimization paths, and direct, immediate access to our clinical staff throughout your healing window.
The staff at Crystal River Dental is very professional, friendly & efficient. I am so happy that I found them.
The appointment was right on time. My cleaning was great without discomfort. Dr. did a check that all was done.
Always on time. Always very friendly.
Crystal River Dental is a top notch practice from top to bottom. Highly competent and professional. I'm very happy to be their patient.
Everyone there is friendly. The office is spotless and the hygenists are very thorough. Office staff is informative and welcoming.
Very sad to see Doctor Lap Nguyen had left sure enjoyed going to have him as a dentist. Have a fill in now till…
Very nice, I was totally comfortable. Thanks.
All employees are very nice and listen to ymy issues and explain what needs to be done Angela cleaned my teeth gently and took…
Met Hygienist Angela today for the first time. She was extremely thoughtful, thorough and educational. The interim Dentist was equally warm and friendly as…
Jan, their dental hygienist did a fabulous job cleaning my teeth. Very knowledgeable and thorough.
Great care, friendly staff. Hard to find a dentist this good and caring but this place is the one to go to.
Hygienist was great,and Dr.'s explanation of teeth matters explained throughly.
Very professional and friendly.
CRD stands behind its work and products Rarely do you see a company that has such integrity.
A perfect place with super-professional people who provide excellent service. I was extremely satisfied with their work.
I had work done in both Waupaca and Wausau locations over the past year. Doctors and staff were excellent. Worked with me financially to…
The cleaning was done in a relatively painless way. The exam was thorough and I was given a reasonable long-term plan for treatment.
First experience went awesome & I look forward to my future visits! I broke my tooth and they got me in asap and will…
Professional and sensitive to patients needs.
I had a wonderful experience. The dental hygienist was very nice and was also encouraging to me and my home care. The dentist was…
Always a pleasant experience Thank you
Even being late everyone was pleasant
I had an exam with Dr Nguyen, that was very thorough. I appreciate his comprehensive oral cancer screening and advice
Very friendly and professional staff.They are honest and do a great job.
Very friendly and great service
Great experience at Crystal River Dental. My Hygienist, Angela did an outstanding job and I really appreciated meeting Dr. Nguyen. Very professional staff and…
Great dentist and coworkers!
I had my bottom teeth removed. I had no bruising, swelling or any pain, just some discomfort at times. I would recommend Crystal River…
Everyone is very polite and helpful. I had to make a last minute appointment because of a broken tooth. They got me in fast…..worked…
Staff is always upbeat and friendly.
She was awesome. She was concerned and listened to me
Dr Nguyen is a very knowledgeable and caring person..he explains options and the why of it all I really like Alicia at the front…
Great customer service and friendly staff! Outstanding dentist!
As a first time patient, I was very happy with the hygienist and the dentist.
Very pleased! As an itinerant substitute dentist she did a fantastic and thorough job.
Crystal River Dental does a fantastic job. Hygienist Angela is very thorough and takes the time to explain everything. Very pleased.
Friendly Staff and the dentist is the best dentist I’ve ever been to 😊
I was very pleased with the staff and Dr. Matte. Thank you.
Doc was great. Got one tooth pulled didn't feel a thing. Doc was very informative about what I needed to do after. Definitely will…
Crystal River Dental is a very professional and caring establishment. The atmosphere is relaxing. I have personally had great, informative and quality service everytime….
Dentist, associates, & all office staff are absolutely awesome. They don’t treat their patients as a number. They all take time to listen &…
I thought she is very kind and gentle! Gave me good advice for future care!
It was a great experience, they were very unstanding and very kind.
Dr. Lap Nguyen was the dentist I saw today, and I was very impressed. I recently moved to Waupaca and needed to find new…
The receptionists, the hygienist, Nicole and Dr. Nguyen were all very communicative, professional, efficient and friendly. A dental plan was put in place for…
I highly recommend Crystal River Dental. Everyone there is professional and kind. I have been treated with care and concern for all my issues….
Dr. Nguyen and staff are great. I'm very happy with the excellent care and the efficiency of Crystal River Dental.
Very good. On time and thorough.
I appreciate their honest work and explanation of what is going on when I get X-rays and progress reports on if anything is changing.
I'm very pleased with the service and the professionalism at Crystal River dental. I felt well informed and very comfortable with the staff and…
Friendly, professional, took the time to answer my questions.
Excellent care in a friendly and professional manner.
Everything they did was pain free. Thank you
Hygienist, Angela, very thorough, does an excellent job explaining teeth and toothbrush issues. Reminding me to change the electric toothbrush head more often, perhaps…
They are very friendly an efficient
Good experience! Dr.Saad, assistant Lisa, and hygienist Angela have all been very professional and helpful. Receptionist and billing make appointments friendly and easy.
I like Dr. Nyugen my dentist here at Dental Crystal River – Waupaca very professional , smiles and explained procedures he performs. He gave…
Very competent and friendly people. Angela did a great job cleaning my teeth.
They have always done a great job with my regular teeth cleaning. got same day service for removal of two infected wisdom teeth. Entire…
I had dental phobia, but everyone here is so kind, patient and understanding. Dentist does top notch work. They've turned me into a loyal…
The assistants and the doctor are very nice and explains things very well.
Amazing from when you first walk in the door until you leave. Everyone treats you special and such great care. Explains everything every step…
I feel very comfortable there
Had a crown done today, always professional and painless work done by the dentist here at Crystal River Dental ! The staff is always…
Very professional and thorough.
Glad to be here: good listeners, good attention to detail, and hospitable. All make you feel comfortable.
Love this place & the Dentist! They are efficient, friendly and realistic! They work with you for the best outcomes! Awesome place!
Dr. Nguyen and all the staff have been friendly, helpful, very skilled, and very good at explaining options and performing procedures w/a minimum of…
I always feel very cared about. 😊 I am cared about as a person compassionately and professionally! 😊
You really care about your clients!!! More than the one I had after40 plus years in Waupaca !!! Thank you for caring Mary Lindenmeyer
The young lady that cleaned my teeth was very thorough and had a very pleasant personality!
I chatted with hygienist and dentist. Both were nice and knowledgeable. I had a filling done. Went good.
Love the dentist! They are very caring and efficient.
Very happy with the crown Color was perfect and so was the fit.Thank you!
Outstanding care. Professional and compassionate.
Very thorough exam and nice people!
They were very nice and took care of me right from the start
This dentist made me feel BEYOND comfortable! I have never had a dentist so forward, open, and understanding. I left feeling so happy and…
A very good dentist and very nice and friendly
After starting in 2022, at CRD, I was happy the practice finally settled down with you Dr Jon as the permanent dentist! WELCOME I…
Routine 6 mo cleaning and exam today. Punctuality is appreciated. Comfortable, painless procedures done in time alloted with next appointment already scheduled. A real…
Service was on time and very friendly.
For the first time in my life I am not afraid to go to the dentist. Awesome doc and staff. So thorough and gentle….
Tina was excellent in what she was doing with my teeth. Was able to get me in a little earlier the schedule. Never a…
Great experience! Very thorough, friendly & gentle. They provide detailed explanations of procedures and upfront pricing, which I appreciate. I'm confident that I made…
Thank you for getting me in today you made my day.
Great experience! Made me feel very comfortable and wanted to make sure I was okay with all decisions!
My Hygienist, Angela, was very friendly and thorough. She has nice conversation and lets me answer. You know how hard it is to answer…
I've been really impressed with the service and the quality of work. This visit provides the extra effort I've done has been beneficial.
I couldn’t be happier with Crystal River Dental. Everyone from the front desk to the dentist and dental staff are warm, friendly, profession and…
All of the staff are so very friendly. They always get to me on time. They make going to the dentist a nice experience….
I found a diamond of a dentist office in Waupaca, WI . From the reception desk to the dental assistant and more it was…
Very friendly and efficient, best dentist I've ever had. Due to exposed roots teeth are very sensitive, but they are so careful.
I've been with crystal river for about a year now and they have been nothing but great! I'd recommend them to anyone in the…
Dr. B was thorough and I am glad that my son had his chipped tooth filled by him.
Every time I’m here the entire staff is friendly, helpful, kind and on top of any and all issues. I’ve had Invisalign here 1…
Very through and honest dentist. Sugested but did not try 2 push expensive improvements.
Today, I had a cleaning of my teeth at Crystal Dental. The service I received was excellent. The new dentist was thorough completely, as…
Amazing Dental Care. From the Receptionist, throughout the whole process, Everyone makes you feel special. Explains everything and great listeners. Thanks for all you…
Great and helpful always listens to my concerns
The new dentist was very friendly and good and the hygienist was great.
Very kind and efficient. Friendly staff.
Every was nice and helpful.
Great attention to detail.
The dentist is very cordial and respectful. I appreciate the care she gives.
First visit to Crystal River Dental. The staff was very accommodating and helpful.
I had my first visit. I had to miss my first appointment….The staff was very accommodating in rescheduling and meeting my schedule!
Every surgical procedure is performed under deep, localized local anesthesia. You will experience a minor, dull pressure sensation as we work, but zero sharp pain. Expect minor, manageable soreness for 2–3 days post-visit.
Except for wisdom teeth or orthdontic alignment extractions, yes. Gaps cause adjacent teeth to shift, accelerate local bone loss, and compromise your bite metrics. We will discuss non-invasive implant or bridge options prior to surgery.
Simple routine extractions resolve within 1–3 days. Surgical or heavily impacted wisdom teeth extractions typically require a 3–7 day healing window before normal chew patterns can fully resume. Detailed aftercare items are provided.
Yes. We offer safe nitrous oxide inhalation or custom oral sedation scripts. We match your sedation method carefully to your general health history profiles and personal levels of dental anxiety.
Yes, the vast majority of PPO insurance frameworks categorize extractions and surgical procedures under basic or major necessity tiers, covering between 50% and 100% of simple extractions, and 50% to 80% of complex surgical cases.