I was referred to Dr. Lewis by my regular dentist for a chronic problem I've been having with a tooth. He is extremely professional and at the top of his game - he is both a medical doctor and a dentist, and he discusses all of the options as well as his recommendations with you. He tried a couple of conservative things (at my request), including redoing an apicoectomy before pulling the tooth (which I probably should have done the first time). He's very skilled and understanding of pain and I can't recommend this guy enough - especially after my other experiences in Ithaca with a different oral surgeon. He even teaches at a university in Rochester. Highly recommended. A real gem in our otherwise isolated area.