At Western Mass Periodontics, we're proud to offer a variety of solutions to help our patients reclaim their smile and oral health. Below you will find various testimonials from past and present patients. Once you review these testimonials and get to know us a little better, give our Pittsfield or Great Barrington, MA office a call to schedule a consultation.
"I was in yesterday to see Dr. Schmidt and his team. I had to have a tooth extracted that was accidently broke below the gum line. I was nervous as I have never even had a cavity. Dr. Schmidt and his assistant Liz were outstanding. Everything was explained clearly before it was done, very minimal discomfort during and after the procedure. I was able to have the implant post installed that day and went back to work. Later that evening after the numbing medications had worn off I was very pleased at the fact that I had almost no pain. Dr. Schmidt even called personally around 7pm that night to make sure everything was going well. While I hope that I don't have to deal with something like this again I can say for sure that if I do I would absolutely reach out to Dr. Schmidt and his team to get it taken care of. Thanks for everything-Chris G."
"I admit I was a bit nervous about having 2 extractions and implants. However, I had a wonderful pre-surgical interview with Dr. Schmidt and his assistant. They certainly eased my mind both with their explanations and professionalism. I'm now prepared for the best and a positive outcome! Thank you, Western Mass Periodontics Joe Furgal"
"Who likes the dentist, let alone being told that you need to have a sinus augmentation , which sounds scary but when you read about it, in less words what I read and interpreted as “ lifting your sinus” And doing a bone graft because there’s not enough bone for your implant! Now that may not be all correct but that’s what my take was! The day came, I went to my periodontist with anxiety through the roof! To my surprise I was in and out of the chair in a half hour and aside from tapping and what sounded like a buffer , a bit of pressure , I felt nothing! I did listen to some great and funny back and forth between my periodontist and his assistant My only complaint was that I couldn’t chime in as they were too busy doing my sinus augmentation! All kidding aside I recommend if you ever need some scary sounding periodontic work done Dr Erich Schmidt at western periodontists is highly recommended by me! One more thing, the call in evenning from the Dr himself to see how I was doing was a welcome surprise, not something you hear of these days but so appreciated!"
"Everyone is really nice in the office. Heather is great! Very professional and personable. It's always a great experience when I go in for my appointments."
"Dr. Schmidt and the entire staff is fabulous. Not only are they amazing at what they do, they’re a fun and funny bunch! Highly recommend this group. I was a nervous patient on day one, but within minutes was put at ease."
"The staff and Dr Rodriguez were knowledgeable, professional and friendly! I appreciated their support and highly recommend their services. Their clinic is beautiful and calming. Thank you!"
"Yet another excellent visit at the dentist . From the comfortable high tech environment to a superb cheerful and professional attitude by all members of the staff this is an uncommon pleasant experience for a visit to the dentist…:). I highly recommend ."
"My dentist referred me because I needed a crown lengthening procedure. I was a bit nervous at first, but everyone was very kind and professional and the procedure went smoothly, I experienced no pain and healed well. I absolutely recommend this office!"
"I had a great experience getting an implant with Dr. Salzmann. Both the doctor and every hygienist were excellent. The office is very professional and it is easy to schedule every appointment. They explained every part of the process in detail and answered all my questions. They are also very upfront about prices and worked with my insurance."
"I appreciated being seen on time. A very friendly and professional atmosphere was displayed by everyone I encountered. I left with a clear understanding of my condition, my treatment, as well as the financial aspects of what is required for my treatment plan. I am confident that I have selected the best possible provider for my requirements."
"I want to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Sebastien Salzmann for his excellent care and professionalism. From the first moment he identified I needed a tooth out and an implant, he knew it was not easy for me to loose another tooth and that it was going to be my first dental implant, but he provided me with careful and detailed care, making sure that every step of the treatment was clear and comfortable. He not only demonstrates deep knowledge as an specialist but also exceptional empathy and dedication towards his patients. He is without a doubt one of the best doctors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting! If you are looking for a highly trained professional who is committed to the well-being of his patients, I recommend Dr. Salzmann without reservation. Thank you doctor for your dedication and for making my implant experience so positive."
"Personable and professional staff. Dr Schmidt was clear in his explanations and the numbing shots were not painful. I received the right amount of solution so that my face was not affected and I didn’t drool all over myself. Afterwards he personally called me to check on my progress. Thank you!"
"Attractive office setting, courteous and professional staff, honors appointment times. Dr. Schmidt is good at explaining treatment options and also attentive to possible patient discomfort during treatment."
"This practice is the best! They go way beyond to ensure you are comfortable and seen. Probably the best run practice in Berkshire County- including medical and dental."
"Very professional . - The way the staff there handled my treatment gave me confidence that I was getting the best care . My hygienist Emily was very good in her manner and knowledge of the deep cleaning procedure . I would highly recommend this Periodontic office for teeth care ."
"They fit me into their schedule quickly on an emergency basis, and was weary because I had never gone here before. Immediately, all of my concerns were at ease the moment I stepped through the front door. Staff was not only courteous, but welcoming. Each team member showed the highest level of professionalism and provided the highest standard of care I've ever encountered at a dental practice. Dr. Schmidt himself answered any questions I had and provided an excellent service, going over any and all options I had for my procedure. I will definitely go back for future needs and highly recommend them for any Periodontic procedures."
"I have not been to this location actually, but have had dental work done from Dr. Schmidt. I cannot say enough positive things about him. Was very gentle, made you feel quite relaxed, knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Highly recommend him if you need his type of dental work performed."
"I had to take a moment to think of why I told each staff member when I left the office that I thought they and their office staff were incredible. I meant it. Who walks out of a periodontal office, never mind dentist office, with a smile on their face? I thought, "that was easy!" First, making an appointment was easy and met my scheduling needs. At my initial appointment, I was seen within 1 minute of arrival and treated with kindness and respect. Not that I expected anything else, but this seemed different actually increasing my confidence in what I was about to experience. I felt a connection to the staff: our conversation was professional yet with interestes shared and light humor. Dr. Schmidt and his team were organized and efficient. I was informed with what procedure was being done prior to it happening. Before I knew it, the procedure was completed. I left with both thorough verbal and written instructions and a follow-up appointment. On follow-up, for suture removal, I had ZERO complications. I am relieved! LCM Richmond, MA."
"Excellent cleaning appointment and visit w Doc. Wonderful staff, super clean facility. Future appointments are about eight weeks away. Highly recommend"
"As always I received a thorough cleaning. Service was prompt and efficient. Hygienist was bright and a fun conversationist. She is also an excellent hygienist. Ditto to what I wrote awhile ago"
"I hadn’t been to the office in much too long and called with an emergency. Dr. Salzman was able to take me the next morning for surgery. Each and every staff member was kind and courteous and supportive during my time in the chair. Dr. Salzman was caring, kind and gentle. I will continue using this office for years to come!"
"I appreciated being seen promptly and on time. A very professional atmosphere was displayed by everyone I encountered. I left with a clear understanding of my condition, my treatment, as well as the financial aspects of what is required for my treatment plan. I am confident that I have selected the best possible provider for my requirements."
"Western MA Periodontic’s office is the most professionally run dental practice I have ever seen. From Margaret Mary’s comprehensive care plan to Dr. Schmidt’s exceptional expertise, I could not have been in better hands. My procedure to pull a tooth, do a bone graft and put the implant in was pain free and quick, even with the abundance of bad jokes. 🤣 Thank you so much for making me feel at ease. I wish I could get all my dental work performed there!"
"Dr Schmidt is very personable. Staff is very friendly and professional. Every question was answered. No question was to trivial for them. Clear instructions were explained verbally and typed copy provided. The day of the surgery, the doctor and his assistant made sure throughout the process that I was comfortable. Dr. Schmidt did his best to keep me relaxed as did his assistant. The night of the surgery, Dr. Schmidt called me at home to see how I was doing and answer any questions I may have. He provided contact information so that I could reach him anytime on the weekend if something arise. (My surgery was on a Friday afte noon.) I highly recommend Dr. Schmidt and his staff."
"From the panicked phone cal to the office that I had a cracked tooth, they could see me in an hour! The entire staff were warm, helpful, professional and Dr Schmidt was calming and caring. His follow up call later in the day was welcomed and appreciated."
"Dr. Ben Saltzmann had the difficult job of telling me I was losing a third tooth! His delicacy & professionalism made it easy, both the removal & recovery."
"Dr Schmidt did an implant for me a few years ago. Yesterday I was having pain from a different implant he didn’t do. Called the office and they squeezed me in next day. Dr Schmidt saw the issue and allayed my concerns. He’s an excellent practitioner with a great chair-side manner. Gave me a simple fix and I was out of there in minutes. Nurse/hygienist - I think her name was Jesse was extremely, competent, knowledgeable and reassuring. Front desk was likewise great and the facility is immaculate. Room I was in even had a lovey view. If you gotta go to an implant specialist or periodontist this practice can’t be beat!"
"Just finished my first complete implant procedure with Dr. Schmidt. All done. Perfect!!! Ready for the new tooth. This whole experience with Dr. Schmidt was excellent!! Better than I could possibly hope for. My previous five implants with different doctors were a mixed bag. Painful, unsuccessful and expensive. Not with Dr. Schmidt!! Fast, painless and 100% successful. Ellis Dental Clinic in Schenectady, NY quoted a price of $8,000 for this front tooth implant. Dr. Schmidt charged $2,600. A bargain and such a professional procedure. I have two more implants needed and I will be contacting Dr. Schmidt for them."
"Calming and welcoming environment. Office and clinical staff were all both professional and personable. I felt myself in excellent hands with Dr. Salzmann and the assisting clinicians."
"The staff is amazing! You never feel rushed. The staff and doctor seem to very comfortable around each other a nd the levity in the office makes for a very comfortable atmosphere. I had full dental implants and was thrilled with the results. I also know personally two friend s that had the same experience with this practice. I would highly recommend them"
"I was admittedly terrified going into my appointment with Dr. Schmidt; my primary dentist was not overly gentle and I don’t fault them because periodontal work is not their specialty. Dr Schmidt was in and out; “before” pictures taken, all teeth measured (anterior and posterior), and a 1 year treatment plan laid out in 13 minutes with no pain or discomfort."
"Erich Schmidt is a person who loves his work. He is always smiling .. and willing to take time to explain and make me feel comfortable. He has never hurt me or made me feel uneasy.. if anything, he puts my mind at ease before starting any procedure.. I am guessing he is great leader as well, because his staff are all happy too. .. Every person has a great disposition and the office seems to run like a well oiled machine. I only wish every dentist office was as easy and peaceful as this one. I would recommend them for anybody who is eligible to be seen there."
"Very smooth operation - professional staff. I was told I needed a root canal but Dr. Schmidt explained how I had another option. I'm glad I was referred here by my regular dentist."
"Even though I showed up for my appointment to the wrong office today, the staff found an opening immediately! Jessie is especially comforting, knowledgeable , assured me that everything was going to be ok! Answered all questions plus providing information to help my healing. Thank you all…"
"Professional, courteous and respectful team, explains everything clearly, worked with insurance about estimate coast of care. Cares about the clients. I was very nervous about the process and procedures. They were kind and eleviated my anxiety. In the evening I received a call from Dr. Schmidt if I was okay. Was so unexpected and very pleasant surprise. I recommend this office to anyone who wants to get a professional service."
"I have a very difficult dental history, but Dr. Schmidt is always clear about treatment plans, very understanding and reassuring. I would recommend him to anyone who can afford treatment."
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"Excellent experience today with the new Dr in the group, Dr Salzmann"
"The whole staff -- medical, nursing and administrative -- is incredibly kind and helpful. I received ideal care over the four necessary months. Like many people I have high anxiety around dental care due to childhood dental trauma -- no one minimized my concerns and everyone checked in to be sure I was doing okay. Thanks to Team Schmidt!"
"Dr. Schmidt is very professional, patient and willing to be honest when others may not. I had work done by another dentist that I knew was substandard and needed to be removed. Many doctors or dentists would hedge in those type situations. Dr. Schmidt didn’t pull any punches. He saved me from even more problems by discovering an infection and a piece of metal left in my jaw by the previous dentist. He was willing to take the time to explain the entire process and answer my many questions. The entire office is well staffed and organized."
"As always I received a thorough cleaning. Service was prompt and efficient. Hygienist was bright and a fun conversationist. She is also an excellent hygienist."
"I was dreading the crown lengthening. Dr. Salzmann made the procedure comfortable and I was quite at ease. I am very happy with the successful outcome. I highly recommend Dr. Salzmann for any periodontal care."
"Dr. Schmidt’s expertise and care during my recent implant procedure were truly exceptional. The professionalism and skillful workmanship were evident in the seamless implant placement, restoring my smile with precision and care. The welcoming atmosphere and supportive staff further made the entire experience top-notch. I highly recommend Dr.Schmidt for anyone seeking excellent dental care!"
"After enduring a year-long struggle with gum infections and consulting multiple dentists, I finally found relief with Dr. Salzmann. His exceptional kindness and understanding significantly enhanced my comfort throughout the treatment. Unlike other periodontists I visited, Dr. Salzmann stood out for his ethical approach. Dr. Salzmann not only correctly diagnosed my issue but also provided effective and appropriate medical treatment."
"I had a difficult situation with a set of prosthetics that I had done on the west coast. They had come loose since I moved East and I had been having a difficult time finding a dentist that could deal with this particular implant. On my first visit, they discovered that they didn't have the proper parts so even though they worked on me and took pictures, they did not charge me for that visit. By my second visit, the proper parts had been acquired and the procedure went off without a hitch. I'm so grateful for Dr. Schmidt and his crew for their patient and professional handling of a rather unique situation. I highly recommend this office especially if you are dealing with prosthetics and dental implants."
"It's always nice to see Mary.. she is above and beyond, very kind and passionate. I am being seen in Dr. Schmidt's office almost 6-7 years now. All the staff is very kind and polite. Dr. Schmidt is exceptionally talented and amazing. Always 5 star treatment."
"Three extractions, as preparation for implants. Zero pain or discomfort. Zero pain or discomfort for the following days. Super hi-tech office. Super experience."
"Had a very pleasant experience at the office. The staff is friendly. The office is clean and equipment new and updated. I’m very satisfied with the service that I received and will be returning and DEFINITELY recommend this dental office"
"I had the pleasure of my first tooth extraction there, and, well, that wasn’t awesome, but through no fault of theirs. Dr.Saltzmann and the entire staff are very friendly and professional, they walked me through everything, made scheduling and follow up easy, and answered every question I had. I’m very happy with the entire experience, even the procedure itself was painless and easy. Plus, I get to look like a hockey player until the implant, bonus!"
"I'm retired on a small pension. I was pleased that they came up with a treatment plant, including implants, that I can manage. The dentist and his staff were very nice."
"I have been a patient for years at this office. I am so grateful for the professional ,kind, good-hearted staff who work along side Dr. Schmidt. I wouldn't go anywhere else except wherever Dr. Schmidt is!"