Mary Grace Rizzo-Fryzel, DMD
Dentist | Endodontics
1830 N Main Ave Scranton Pennsylvania, 18508About
Dr. Mary Grace Rizzo-Fryzel is a general dentist practicing in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Education and Training
DMD at Temple University - Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry
Board Certification
American Board of General Dentistry
Provider Details
Mary Grace Rizzo-Fryzel, DMD's Expert Contributions
Can I talk after dental implant surgery?
Yes, you can! READ MORE
Does lemon kill bacteria in the mouth?
No, lemon is acidic and can lower the pH in the mouth, causing enamel erosion. READ MORE
Will I need anesthesia during root canal?
You will be totally numb and not feel a thing! We use local anesthesia and test it first to make sure you don’t have pain! Sincerely, Mary Grace Rizzo-Fryzel, DMD READ MORE
What is the right age for kids to brush their teeth on their own?
Kids tend to rush through their brushing routine and do not brush for the full 2 minutes, or they miss spots. Parents can let kids brush their own teeth but they should go over them until the child is at least 8-10 years old. READ MORE
For small kids how frequent should dentist visits be?
Even small children should be checked by a dentist every 6 months. READ MORE
Skin is shedding on the inside of my mouth (my cheeks). Is this normal?
Hello and thank you for your question! Skin shedding is called tissue sloughing and it could occur when there is an allergy to certain foods, medications or oral care products. Dead skin cells are shed normally in the mouth however, certain toothpastes can accelerate this process. Also note that each person is different and there may be other causes for what you are seeing happening in your mouth. Please don’t hesitate to call our office for an evaluation! 570-343-4472. Thank you! READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Stomatognathic Honor Society, Temple University
Professional Society Memberships
- American Dental Association, New Dentist Committee Chair Person of the Pennsylvania Dental Association, Secretary of the Scranton District Dental Society, Member of the Academy of General Dentistry
What do you attribute your success to?
Patient-centered care. A strong drive and work ethic. A lot of pre-clinical experience.
Hobbies / Sports
- Running, Skiing, Dining, Movies, Weight Lifting
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Mary Grace Rizzo-Fryzel, DMD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Rizzo-Fryzel
- Mary
I had a 4:40pm appointment with Dr. Rizzo's dental hygienist for a cleaning and then with the dentist for a check-up. I made this appointment weeks ago and rearranged my work schedule to accommodate it. I arrived at 4:30pm and registered with the receptionist. At 5:10pm I was still sitting in the waiting room so I approached the receptionist. Although she tried to be helpful she said "we are very busy on Mondays, TRIPLE BOOKED, trying to figure things out with scheduling, maybe you should reschedule for another day". This also happened with my appointment for a cleaning/check-up 6 months ago. I told her that I should not have to reschedule, that I had made an appointment for this time for a reason. She said all dental chairs were in use and that it would be at least 10 more minutes before I would be called back. I waited until 5:25pm and then requested to at least see the dentist as I could not spend any more time waiting for the hygienist. The receptionist informed me that I could not see the dentist without first seeing the hygienist. At this point I left feeling very frustrated and annoyed. This was such a waste of my time! It is so inconsiderate to triple book appointments and keep customers waiting over an hour as a result of poor schedules. For anyone who values their time, avoid this place because they will not.
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