Lee & Melazzo PC: Melazzo L Frank DDS 4516 County Road 17, Birmingham, AL 35242

"Well, it was fun to come in to the dentist office and sign in and find out that I was not scheduled for today, but for one week from today. However, I pulled out my appointment card, printed six months ago, and sure enough it said my appointment was for today at 7:00 a.m. The fun part was to watch the staff handle this without skipping a beat. Truthfully it would have been fine with me to come back next week. Also, the receptionist obviously had nothing to do with whatever happened within the bowels of the scheduling system, but she was determined to make this all work out. Sure enough, I hardly had time to read a page from my ebook on my kindle when the door to the inner sanctum opened and a hygienist was calling my name. We kidded a little bit about the situation. She was more than able to spar with me about it, and it set the tone for a good visit. My regular six month appointment at the dentist office is typically a great experience. I sometimes wonder what training the hygienist goes thru to be able to handle patients like me. There is usually a little bit of the need to "scold" in a very nice way, since we patients are probably universally "bad" in that, try as we might, we are going to have to give the "dog ate my homework" excuse regarding our diligence with brushing and flossing since our last checkup. So I feel like that little boy when I come in. Today was no different. The older I get the more pleasant they are with this need for discipline. She was very nice. The entire experience was the same great one I always have. We talked quietly during the process - sometimes about our own lives and then just at the right time she would explain something related to my dental health or gently remind me about the need to "do good" regarding my teeth. The actual procedure was the actual procedure and was fine. I got my teeth cleaned, polished and feeling as new as 67 year old teeth can. Dr Lee came in to poke and prod right on cue (I passed all the tests). I have been coming here for a couple of decades I guess, and have been very satisfied. I almost look forward to it - as much as you can look forward to a dentist appointment anyway. I have never had a bad experience, and today was no exception. If you have to do the less pleasant things in life it helps to do it with people who obviously know their business and make the time as good as it can be. These folks do that."

"I have used Drs. Lee and Melazzo for years and have always been completely satisfied with my experiences. Although I sit here with a sore jaw this afternoon, I know that it would have been far worse had I not been fortunate enough to have gotten in today for the start of a crown on my back molar. I obviously cracked the tooth recently, causing it to become extremely sensitive to heat and pressure. They got me in almost immediately, diagnosed the problem and laid out my options. While it wasn't how I wanted to spend my morning, I know that Dr. Lee gave me an honest assessment and did a great job with the procedure. I thoroughly recommend this practice and can't say enough good things about the entire staff. Thumbs up. A++++"

"I went to the dentist today and had a teeth cleaning. I also had x-rays and a screening for mouth cancer. All was well and the hygienist was wonderful and did a great job cleaning my teeth without inflicting pain and she was so pleasant and friendly. Dr. Melazzo is always upbeat and seems like part of our family after so many years of being our dentist. He's top notch!"

"The entire staff is professional, thorough and enjoyable. I've been a patient since 1987 (coming up on 30 years) and I've always had a great experience. I wish every appointment and every doctor's office visit was like this. It's refreshing to be around people that actual enjoy their job. Our family of 4 all see Dr. Melazzo or Dr. Lee, with our two daughters coming in from out of town to get their cleaning and all dental work done."

"I have been seeing Dr. Lee for over 20 years and I can not say enough wonderful things about him! He is so patient and gentle and nurturing; so kind and truly cares about his patients well being. If you have to get a cavity filled he goes slow with the numbing shot so it doesn't hurt as bad and he always makes sure your numbed up really well before he starts. He does everything in his power to make sure you are comfortable. His staff is also amazing as well. His assistant is just as caring as he is and has worked by his side for well over the 20 years that I have been seeing him. The best dental hygienist there is Netu! I have super sensitive teeth and she works with me on that and does her very best to not hurt me. If you're looking for a dentist, look no further...Choose Caldwell Crossings!"