Fiscus L Andrew, DDS

I hesitate to write this review because I think that Dr. Fiscus is a very nice guy. However, my experience needs to be shared. There were a few strikes that led me to find a new dentist. They are as follows:
1. His receptionist Barb is rude and condescending. She is not a nice person. As a self-​employed individual, I do not have dental insurance. She treated me like I was a second class citizen. Why? Being that she is the first and last contact people have with his office, you’d think that it would be a priority for her to be nice… or even decent. I would have shared my thoughts and explained my departure, however, I could never get past Barb to talk to him. This was frustrating.
2. His higenist did a horrible job. She was very rough and when I left, my teeth looked like they had polka dots. She scraped away a little bit of the coffee stains, and left spots where she did not. Not a cool look.
3. I had a cavity that caused a toothache that led to a root canal. I was in pain. I am not a pain pill seeker. I have never asked a doctor or dentist for pain pills before in my life. I called Dr. Fiscus’ office to request that he call something in as I couldn’t get into the endodontist for a few days. He called in two pills. Two. Why bother at that point? It felt like a sarcastic slap in the face.
4. Dr. Fiscus claimed that I had two cavities. I had the first fixed, and he urged me to have the second done as soon as possible. I had the opportunity to have a second opinion from my childhood dentist in my home state while I was home for a visit. This dentist found no such cavity. Nothing. Hmmmmmm. I’m not necessarily suggessting that Dr. Fiscus made up this second cavity. I do realize that different dentists have more modern methods of cavity detection, as was admitted by my childhood dentist. Still, it caused me to re-​think having him bring a drill anywhere near my mouth. I very well may have this cavity… but to have that sliver of doubt was the final nail in the coffin for me.
I see that there are other very positive comments and ratings posted about Dr. Fiscus. I wish him a thriving and successful practice… I just won’t be going back.

I have been going to Dr. Fiscus for years now. it started as a recommendation from several co-​workers when I worked in Boulder — I didn’t have a regular dentist, and wanted to go to someone local to my office while I was at work. Well, I no longer work in Boulder (and have lived in Denver the whole time) but I still make the trek for the dentist! Dr. Fiscus is great, super down-​to-​earth, and all of the office staff are exceptionally friendly as well, from Ellen the hygienist I usually see, to Pamela the perky receptionist.
Let me put it this way, they’re out of my insurance network, and I still go! ;)

I had an extremely bad experience. As a result of Dr. Fiscus over-​drilling on a cavity repair, I needed to see another dentist to get a root canal and crown.

Hands down the best dentist I’ve EVER had! I can’t think of one thing Dr Fiscus could improve. I’ve been going to him for over three years and think he’s the bees knees. And everyone I’ve referred has had the same experience.
I’ll be the first to admit I care a great deal about how my teeth look and think a good smile makes a huge difference. And Dr Fiscus gave some great (free!) tips of how to make my teeth look even better! I’ve also had to run to him for a terrible tooth ache (he fit me in that day and helped me get rid of it), fix my grinding problem (excellent advice, again), and whiten my teeth (he helped me avoid an expensive solution with an even better, cheaper option).
His staff is wonderful. They’re all so helpful and cheery and know what they’re doing. His office is clean and open with big sunny windows near the chairs. And Pamela is fantastic! She’s the most helpful office manager I’ve ever met.
I can’t imagine a better dentist office!

First, I have to say that I have always purely hated going to the dentist. Hate it. After avoiding it for about ten years (I know, I know), a year ago it really was necessary to go: crowns, fillings, a thorough cleaning. The most important thing to say is that going to the dentist no longer fills me with fear or shame. It might be a stretch to say that I look forward to it, but it simply isn’t unpleasant. It’s no longer something I put off or avoid.
The immediate results were terrific. Dr Fiscus was prepared to give a lot of detail, but he respected my preference just to get on with things. His approach impressed me as holistic and the procedures were far, far less uncomfortable than I expected.
The staff, which has been a big minus with some other dental care providers I’ve had in the past, is good. The hygienist completely changed my expectations about what it’s like to have my teeth cleaned. It’s NOT a miserable experience. Ellen doesn’t lecture me about being a far from dedicated flosser, and ironically I’m taking better care than ever of my teeth. Pamela, who handles reception and insurance, has kept things sorted out with our insurance company, which has made things much easier.
I knew that things were at a point that it was imperative to get my teeth fixed. I didn’t expect that the process would be as easy as it was — and I truly did not expect to feel positive about ongoing dental care. It has been a real transformation for me.