

 NICOLE PODRAT, D.M.D 3392 Saxonburg Boulevard Building B, Suite 440 Glenshaw, PA 15116 412.767.4403 Fax: 412.767.4464
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2001 was one of the most difficult years of my
life. I was diagnosed with Stage III breast cancer, the mother of 3 children,
the youngest of whom was 7 years old. My treatment from start to finish took
almost a year and a half. I had surgery, months of chemo, radiation and
reconstruction. During the months of chemo, I began to have lots of problems
with my teeth. I had pain, but the x rays did not show evidence of decay.
With blood counts so low it was important to make sure I did not get any
infections so I had to have a number of teeth removed. I had caps on my front
teeth that were years old and those teeth began to loosen and move forward in my
mouth. Looking at myself in the mirror and seeing a chemo-induced bald woman ,
and now with missing teeth and ill formed front teeth was so devastating and
overwhelming, it would be hard to describe.
Dr. Nikki Podrat was my ray of sunshine in this
dark time. She spent hours working on my teeth, not just bringing her amazing
skill to my case, but bringing compassion and dedication to me as a person. It
is easy to become a 'case' in the medical world, especially in the world of
cancer, but Dr. Podrat treated me with such kindness, and respect; she helped
give me hope again. The day my teeth were done (and it took over a year), we
both cried. I looked in the mirror in her dental chair and was just overjoyed to
see my beautiful smile. She made a difference in my life that touches my heart
every time I think about it. It has been almost 8 years since I have been seeing
her, and I would drive anywhere that she is to be treated by her. If anyone
would have ever told me that I would look forward to going to a dentist I would
have laughed out loud; but I did then and I do now.
Mary M. Johnston Director, Quality
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Nikki,
As you know...I was experiencing a very real "image" problem regarding my
smile. Here I was, a busy businessman, meeting and dealing with important people
on a daily basis. Every time it was time to extend the hand to do the handshake
and greet, I always had to remember not to do a full smile because of the
embarrassment I felt about my teeth and my smile, or lack of one ! I confided in
you that I was TERRIFIED of the dentist. YOU, with your warm personality and
your excellence at your profession, changed my fears, my "paranoia" and my
SMILE, FOREVER ! And, it was all done in one day. PLEASE feel free to use me as
a reference at ANY TIME. You were, and ARE FANTASTIC !
R. M.
Pittsburgh
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When I first arrived at your office, I truly had some fears, but when I
entered the office, it was such a warm and inviting atmosphere, that my fears
quickly disappeared.The receptionists were SO nice and they made me feel at
home.So between the warm atmosphere, and the kind receptionists, I was ready to
see the dentist !
When I met Dr.Podrat, she was ALSO kind, and told me everything she would be
doing and answered my questions.I can't bear any pain in my mouth, and Dr.
Podrat was very gentle,making my dental experience PAIN FREE. She is not one
of those old fashioned dentists.She uses modern technology.Her assistant was
great as well.She fit right in with the kindness. You can't go wrong with
Dr.Podrat and her staff.You WON'T have any regrets !
L.M.
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I like to go to Dr.Podrat's because my teeth can stay healthy as always.If
you don't go your teeth can cause pain and damage. I like Dr.Podrat because she
is nice and she is funny and once you are done, you get a cool prize.That why I
am not scared.
A.M. Child patient
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Dear Dr. Podrat,
Simply put, I do not have enough thanks or kind words to say about you,your
staff,your professionalism, but mostly about your incredible talent as a
dentist.
When I came to you initially- after a number of referrals, and having seen
your website, I was at my wits end regarding the state of my teeth.I did not
know where to turn.
Years of abuse combined with bad advice and bad dental care in the past had
led to my situation-and overall appearance- that I was not proud of.I was
ashamed to let your associates-or even you-look at my teeth,let alone recommend
a course of treatment.
I sit here today, a CHANGED person ! A BIG statement but I mean it sincerely.
You have made me not only proud of my teeth, but wanting to smile for the
first time in more than 20 years !
And it is not only the exceptional structural,preventive and cosmetic work
you have done on my teeth, but the way that you and your CARING STAFF did it.
Each one of you takes your work seriously and you want to be proud of what of
what you do, and it shows ! This is SO rare anymore, that it REALLY means
something !
When I got home tonight after the work you did on my teeth,the first thing my
fiance' said was, " I should write her a letter because you have had such
negative dental experiences since I met you, and your teeth look absolutely
wonderful now- and I need to start going to your dentist ! "
You took your time with me,the EXTENSIVE work that you did was next to
painless,and I left your office feeling like I could not have made a better
choice in dentists !
It goes without saying that you can use this letter as any type of
testimonial that you wish,but perhaps more important is the fact that you made a
REAL difference for me and my family in the way that I look, act and perceive
myself.
I will ALWAYS be grateful, and please extend my gratitude to your staff as
well ! Thank you VERY sincerely !!
J.G.
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There are MANY MORE testimonials...just like these
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YOU can be ONE OF THEM !
Just call and make an appointment !
It's THAT EASY !
Looking forward to seeing you soon !
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