WRONG TOOTH - ZERO ACCOUNTABILITY Attached shows an obviously massive infection just above tooth #3, the tooth that was SUPPOSED to be treated. I was referred to him by my general dentist specifically for tooth #3 (in writing). Here is an exact quote from an email Dr Sayman sent to my general dentist "Lesion is huge and maxillary sinus is affected. THE PLAN IS TO REMOVE CROWN T#3 and evaluate for cracks. I told her prognosis of T#3 is guarded. She is willing to try." I had a long consultation where we spoke in great detail about the infection and possible risks. He stated that there was a chance the retreatment may fail (= extraction). I was fine with proceeding despite the risk because of the pain. He briefly mentioned #2 may also need a root canal, but emphasized how #3 was causing my chief complaints and how we would proceed with the treatment of #3. Despite all of this - he performed a root canal on the OTHER tooth (#2) The mistake wasn't the most egregious part. It was the fact he didn't care and took ZERO responsibility once he was aware. As soon as I left & noticed I calmly called. Finally his assistant said he was gone for the weekend. He only returned my calls after my husband found out what occurred & called saying we would consult an attorney. Once he did speak to me- instead of owning up to what was IN WRITING TWICE (stating tooth #3 would be treated). He dismissively asked me if I knew his "credentials" and told me he was in surgery and couldn't be bothered... My appt ended before lunch & he left the office for the weekend without calling??? I had no explicit indication or even implied reason that another tooth would take precedence. He gave a brief reason (which other endodontists disagreed with) only AFTER the fact & did not reply to any follow up questions. I'm not saying I wouldn't have eventually addressed any issues w/ the other tooth. However, #3 was the priority and needed treatment urgently. Dental insurance has max benefit amounts it will pay per year. So I was well aware a single root canal + crown would exceed that. There was zero obscurity in the treatment plan. His mistake cost me thousands- as I was not able to delay treatment on the #3, but I could've briefly delayed treatment on #2 into the new year. My experience with this office was equivalent to calling a plumber because your house is flooding and them fixing a leaky faucet instead. I believe practitioners should be compensated for their time, but I also believe any competent practitioner would have offered to do the correct root canal for free or at least at a discount. They didn't even have the empathy to offer me dental financing knowing that after performing work on the wrong tooth I'd be out over 3k (including the crown). I immediately saw another endodontist who was floored that this occurred. Although the subsequent Dr had no fault in this mistake, the new Dr felt so bad that he did discount my treatment for the appropriate tooth, despite me not asking (or fishing) for a discount. I have consulted with several dentists and endodontists since (with imaging)- and not one of them could justify not treating the infected painful tooth first (despite a chance for failure). Whether treatment be through a root canal or extraction, it had to be addressed. This happened several years ago. I wrote this then, but never submitted it for a few reasons: I was considering legal action. It's stressful to relive. I didn't want to cause drama for my referring dentist who has since moved. I have an expertise on insurances related to healthcare. I also received a doctorate by the age of 22. As a healthcare professional myself, I know mistakes happen. This is relevant because so many complaints stem from patients not understanding their treatment plan, the system, their coverage, or costs. This was not my situation. The more I work with outstanding providers- the more glaring how truly negligent Dr Sayman was. His lack of accountability upon becoming aware of his error was shameful. I only wish I would've posted this sooner to warn others. btw the treatment by the other Miami Beach Endodontist was flawless - no failure, no extraction. read more

I was referred to Dr. Sayman by my present Dentist, I had a root canal and crown done by a different dentist a year prior and she botched it up and only cleaned 2 of the 3 roots. I have been having discomfort for over a year and when I went to get my teeth cleaned and a checkup my Dentist informed me that there is help for me and referred me to Dr. Sayman. I called Dr. Sayman's office and received an appointment for the following day. When I nervously arrived at Dr. Sayman's office I was greeted by an extremely friendly woman and a very clean waiting room. Within a few short minutes I was shown to a dental chair in a meticulously clean room and offered a remote to the TV so I could choose what I wanted to watch. Shortly after a dental assistant came in and took x-rays etc. Dr. Sayman then came in and explained my options. To make a long story short Dr. Sayman saved my tooth, arrested the infection and was able to clean the uncleaned infected root, without having to remove my crown. He did this by drilling a very small hole in the top of the crown and working on the tooth while looking through a microscope. The things I noticed the most about my visit were these. I was the only person in the office while the doctor was attending to me; therefore he was not in a hurry to cycle in the next patient that meant my problem was getting all of his time and attention. Dr. Sayman was not only very knowledgeable but he is super friendly and personable, it's also very obvious he enjoys doing what he does and helping people. The Doctors assistant and the woman at the front desk were also very friendly and accommodating. I have never been to a cleaner office. Lastly there were no hidden fees or costs, I was quoted an amount and that was all I paid. Dr. Sayman decided to do my procedure in two visits instead of one because he wanted to be absolutely sure the infection was eradicated and my cost did not change because of this extra visit. Oh I almost forgot, one of the most important things, I did not feel an iota of pain at either of the visits. Dr. Sayman was a magician at administering the Novocain or whatever he used to alleviate the pain. I highly recommend this specialist, you will not be disappointed. Hopefully, knock on wood, I will never need his services again, but if I do ever need another root canal or other dental surgery, Dr. Sayman is the first person I will call. read more

I am reviewing their ability to handle very tough cases. Many doctors would have let me linger in pain, but Dr. Sayman and his team were the most responsive dental professionals ever. -------- My dentist sent me to Dr. Sayman's office because I had a complicated case at tooth #2 (whatever that means) She said he was the best and I would be in great hands. Mind you, I've never had a root canal before, so I came into the office extremely apprehensive. First: The staff is professional. This can be a rarity in Miami. They called to follow up on my schedule, and confirmed the procedure requested by my general dentist. The office is very nice, extremely clean, and has a great view of the beach. The actual procedure was painless. Again my case was extremely difficult. I also hate the feeling of not being able to breathe. They were accommodating in letting me avoid the bite block and let me sit up every few minutes. Hours later the pain kicked in. Because my tooth was so damaged before the canal the pain was unbearable. I called the doctor, half expecting them to just brush me off. Instead they called in pain medication and asked me to call again in the morning. The pain was worse, but before I could call I was called in the morning by the office to see how I was doing. They then sent me to the pharmacy and get antibiotics. I started feeling better immediately. The office called me twice a day for the next few days and even had me come in for a 360 image just to confirm I was A ok. I feel great now. I knew I messed up by not taking care of the problem sooner. The service was 5 stars, but I think how they handled me post procedure was the real testament to their service. I don't ever want another root canal, but I'm happy I went to see Dr. Sayman this LAST time :) read more

Four years ago I was walked into Dr. Sayman's office in excruciating pain and in urgent need of a root canal. I had no insurance and barely a penny to my name. He didn't think twice about figuring out a way to help me. He immediately recognized that I was terrified and hurting and went out of his way to make sure I was comfortable and calm. Without batting an eye, he gave me a powerful anesthesia and sedatives and began working on my infected tooth. It was so bad, I needed two sessions to correct the problem. Still knowing I had no idea how I was going to pay him, he did the work, scheduled the second visit and even called me at home that evening to make sure I was ok. When it was over and I was feeling better, he worked with me on a payment plan. Since then, I've gotten a great job with dental insurance and have made the mistake of visiting other specialists just because they were closer to my office. They couldn't have cared less that I was in pain and acted more like a used car salesmen trying to get me to finance their services. Every time that happened, I thought back to my experience with Dr. Sayman and what a compassionate, caring healthcare professional he was and have been with him ever since. The kicker? I'm have incredibly sensitive teeth and have even been kicked out of dentist's chairs because I flinch too much, but with Dr, Sayman, I never felt a thing. I can't recommend anyone as highly as I do this man's work. He is simply the best is the business. read more

As a German tourist I got severe pangs in a tooth. In the internet I found the adress of Dr.Sayman. I was impressed with his very good reviews. In a short sentence: he saved my vacation! My review: high competence and know-how, a very specialist in his field of expertise and very polite and emphatic. He helped me with a medication and I got very detailed and important information for the following treatment in Germany. He also helped me with support by email to find another endodentist in Germany. And I won't forget his very nice and helpful staff members. This doctor's office is an absolute TOP-adress! Ich war als Tourist in Miami und bekam sehr starke Zahnschmerzen. Im Internet stieß ich auf die Adresse von Dr.Sayman und war beeindruckt von den guten Beurteilungen. Auf den Punkt gebracht: Er hat meinen Urlaub gerettet! Mein Urteil: sehr kompetent, ein absoluter Spezialist auf seinem Fachgebiet, und vor allem sehr, sehr nett und empathisch. Er konnte mir kurzfristig helfen und hat mir unglaublich aufschlussreiche und detaillierte Informationen für die spätere Weiterbehandlung in Deutschland mitgegeben. Auch in der 'Nachsorge' per Email hat er mir mit Adressen von spezialisierten Endodentologen in Deutschland sehr geholfen. Nicht zu vergessen: sein sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Absolute Top-Adresse! read more

I visited Dr Danni this week to get advise on my tooth pain. I had already seen a general dentist who said I needed an implant but eventually said perhaps a root canal. I went to the endodontist recommended because he had a more sophisticated machine that could get a 360 degree view. He could not find the crack but said he could do a root canal anyway. This did not make sense to me. Then I found Dr Sayman and quickly set up an appointment. He said the most sophisticated imaging machine in MB and could see minute cracks, etc. The office is quite comfortable and the secretary quite pleasant. Dr. took the time to understand my situation. He put me through the scanner and let me watch him interpret the results. After maybe 10 minutes he found the cracked tooth. That was good. The bad news was the crack was too big for a root canal and the tooth had to be extracted. This saved me from the cost of a root canal from prior endo which would've only lasted a few weeks/months. So he recommended a general dentist for the extraction. Then in 6 mo I'll need an implant. This experience shows the value of his sophisticated scanner, his diagnostic skills, and ethical value to do what is right even if he does not make money. Also, he has more degrees and certifications than most if not all endo's in MB. read more

I'm a New York resident and while my 13 year old son was on vacation with family in Miami, he started experiencing excruciating pain from a front tooth. As it turned out, the cause was likely from a mouth trauma sustained years prior. Needless to say, the entire vacation was about to be jeopardized. A relative in the area referred us to her DDS, who then referred us to Dr. Sayman. He took my son in the same day on an emergency basis. He examined my son and got on the phone with me to explain in detail what needed to be done to alleviate the infection that has set in as well as the procedure that was needed. After talking with Dr. S, I had complete confidence in this professional that my son was in great hands. Naturally my other concern is that my son has never undergone any extensive dental work and hasn't even ever had a shot of novocaine. Well an hour after the procedure, I spoke to my son fully expecting to have him relay a traumatizing event. His exact quote was, "it was no big deal at all, when can I eat". Dr. Sayman emailed me my sons xray records as well as a detailed explanation of the procedure he completed. The vacation continued and our family is extremely grateful we found Dr. Sayman. My only regret is not having him on Long Island. Miami, you're lucky to have him! read more

I cannot say enough positive about Dr. Sayman and his staff. I had a complicated diagnosis over a several month period and a difficult root canal procedure. Dr. Sayman handled this all with a combination of incredible expertise, diligence, patience, and kindness. After spending a great deal of time using sophisticated diagnostic techniques and his best judgment, Dr. Sayman told me honestly that he simply could not be 100% certain of the diagnosis and why. He fully explained this, ensured that I understood, recommended a course of action, and did everything possible to make me comfortable with my decision on how to proceed. He took all the time necessary at every stage. He referred me to an equally outstanding oral surgeon, who did exactly what Dr. Sayman recommended. And after all this, Dr. Sayman's diagnosis proved correct. His staff is equally professional and helpful. Dr. Sayman is a rare combination of brilliant scientist, highly-skilled doctor, and a delightful human being. I never doubted that I was in the best possible hands. read more

Thank you Dr Sayman. After 2 months of jarring sensitivity to cold, I can finally drink without wincing! I went for a consultation and found what was causing the problem. It was not "post-dental trauma" as I was told by the dentist who had done the filling. After seeing my "scan" (not x-rays), Dr Sayman was also able to locate a problem that was not causing me problems now but would in the future. I want able to get an appointment and I am halfway through the work that needs to be done. This is actually my second visit to Dr Sayman, as he repaired an infection in my upper gums. I have had a lot of experience with various dentists over the years. I have been traumatized by doctors who performed root canals that were not needed, and this has caused me a great deal of anxiety. This guy is the real deal. Straight up diagnosis and very good care. Everyone in his office is very nice, and other than the procedures themselves, I was treated very well. Also a great view from the treatment rooms! read more

I needed a consultation for a possible root canal. My dentist referred me to Dr. Sayman by saying he was excellent. In the past I never needed a root canal evaluation. Dr. Sayman went beyond my expectations as a endodonist or as a doctor. He explained in detail the process how he would evaluate my dental needs. Not only did he explain he took the time to show me all the screening tests my dentist had sent to him, and we discussed my options while looking at the results. I made the decision to procede with the root canal. The actual experience was a very good one. He is such a supportive professional. His genuine concern for the patient is what I would say is beyond expectations. His staff was accessible for various phone calls, consultations, and support. During the procedure his technician worked with him like a dance in progress. In summary my experience was such a good one. I have shared in confidence with my with family and friends and encouraged his competency and care. read more

Dr. Sayman & his team are WONDERFUL!! I recently had a dental emergency and needed a root canal done immediately on a rather difficult tooth. Due to bacterial infection, my cheek/jaw/gums were extremely swollen and I was in serious pain. Luckily for me, my general dentist recommended Dr. Sayman to me, and he turned a potentially dreadful ordeal into a really pleasant and comfortable experience. Dr. Sayman was caring, confident, gentle, patient and explained the procedures clearly. As others mentioned, he really took his time to work on my tooth & didn't rush anything. He was very much an expert and I was at ease & felt well cared for. Most importantly, I had two procedures and they were both painless(!!) even though my tooth was in terrible shape & I had some serious swelling! His entire team was also really kind and easy to work with. I'm recovering well from the procedures (yay!) thanks to the work of the excellent dr!!! Highly recommend him & his office!!!! read more

I was referred to Dr. Sayman by my amazing dentist for a root canal procedure. It was a very tricky procedure as the nerve was right on the root and thus needed a specialist. As someone with an "expensive mouth" ranging from braces and numerous dental procedures, I knew I was in great hands from the moment I called to make the appointment. Dr. Sayman's office staff was amazing and caring when I made the consultation appointment on MY BIRTHDAY as I live in South Carolina and return home to Miami for my appointments. I returned for the procedure weeks later and if I dare say, it was the most PLEASANT ROOT CANAL ever!! Sounds weird, but Dr. Sayman was magic!!! Not an ounce of pain, keep me informed the entire time down to how long we had left. I took 1 Tylenol and went Go-cart racing later. Dr. Sayman is an absolute professional and has gifted hands! Don't hesitate if you ever need any type of endodontic work. He is that AMAZING!! Thanks again Dr. Sayman!!!! read more

As an extensively travelled individual who lived on three continents I consider myself to be able to judge and define realistic differences of medical treatment first hand. Dr.Sayman is an extraordinary doctor with professionalism combined with a very pleasant character who has compassion and sincere empathy. During my treatment I felt at such ease that I almost fell asleep. Dr.Sayman was fully concentrated while I felt comfort and a sweet calmness during a complicated operation. I am not fond of procedures but I cannot wait to have another root canal done by Dr. Sayman. My overall experience deserves more stars than there are available on this page. I'd refer my exclusive clientele including all my friends and family to Dr.Sayman. Go ahead and enjoy an experience beyond your best expectation. read more

If you're looking for the best root canal specialist, look no further than Dr. Sayman. I was referred by my NYC dentist, who called him a "master" of difficult cases--and he wasn't exaggerating. Dr. Sayman combines top-tier skill with kindness and clear communication, which is a rare and wonderful mix. He took the time to explain everything in detail, made sure I was comfortable at every step, and somehow made the whole procedure completely painless. Yes, really! His team is outstanding--friendly, organized, and incredibly thoughtful from check-in to post-op follow-up. You can tell this office runs on genuine care and clinical excellence. I honestly can't say enough good things about the experience. Dr. Sayman saved my tooth, and I left feeling deeply grateful. Highly, highly recommend. read more

Nervousness. Mind-numbing pain. As I found myself in a medical establishment during a pandemic, I had all the feelings. But then--as if by magic--I was calm and confident that I was in the right place. Did I take a quick hit of laughing gas? Nah. It was purely being in the presence of a kind, medical professional who ensures his patients feel comfortable and safe during a time of discomfort and unease. Not only is Dr. Sayman clearly dedicated to his work, but I was also impressed by all the steps he is taking in light of the current COVID-19 crisis. I feel very lucky that I was referred to this doctor...even though it was for a dreaded root canal. If I must experience this rite of (dental) passage, Dr. Sayman has earned my trust. read more

I hate going to the dentist, not fond of needles. I wanted to get back to Chicago to a dentist I trusted but my root canal wouldn't cooperate. After reading numerous reviews of South Beach dentists, the one I chose referred me to Dr. Dani Sayman. I had been hesitating, hoping it would go away. So by the time I was in Elite Endodontics I was a quivering mess and rolled up in the fetal position. He took me in immediately, even though I was an hour early for my appointment. He did a great job of easing the pain while I waited my turn. He and his assistant stayed late to complete the first stage of the root canal. Follow up visits were as great as the first. THANK YOU, Dr. Sayman and the staff of Elite Endodontics. read more

Dr. Danni Sayman is an excellent endodontist!! I was referred to him by Dr. Adam Carson and I was pleasantly surprised... Dr. Sayman is a true professional and a very experienced endodontist... Dr. Sayman performed a series of small tests and was very thorough. He then explained what procedure I needed on my tooth and fixed the issue right then. I had no pain and no issues after the procedure! He also scheduled free follow up visits just to make sure that his work was 100% in months to come... I highly recommend anyone who needs an endodontist give Dr. Sayman's office a call you will NOT be disappointed! You can really tell that he takes his job seriously and cares about his patients!! read more

On vacation in Miami, a trusted and well-recommended dentist sent me to Dr. Sayman for a likely root canal for excruciating tooth pain. Fearing an unknown endodontist, he told me that Dr. Sayman is careful, reliable and could be trusted not to do an unnecessary procedure. All of that was understated, for Dr. Sayman's care, attention, knowledge and careful diagnosis and treatment resulted in my not needing root canal and resolved my problem--for minimal fees!!! A professional myself, I don't remember meeting such a caring, knowledgeable and caring professional, whose level of personal integrity is without compare. I highly recommend him. Steve Spring Valley, NY read more

Dr. Sayman is one of the best professionals I have ever dealt with, and that's saying a lot because I have been fortunate enough to be surrounded by excellent people over much of my work life. He is eager to share the thinking behind what he is doing and is appropriately conservative about his treatment. He has either "repaired" the inadequate treatment of others in the Miami area who are not so good or has provided me with terrific original care for several procedures. You cannot do better than Dr. Sayman for an endodontist in the Miami area, period. He's also a very nice guy and will make you as comfortable as possible during what can be a trying experience. read more