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Dr. Alan Rissolo, DMD

Dr. Alan Rissolo, DMD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Rissolo, DMD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in Norwalk, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Connecticut / School of Dental Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Norwalk Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

10 Mott Ave Norwalk, CT 06850

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Dr. Rissolo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rissolo

4.6
40 ratings, 23 with a written review
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Dishonest!
Performed unnecessary extractions. Incorrectly recommended five implants and further unnecessary extractions. This was confirmed as being incorrect by two other offices. No follow up care, no recommendations for caring for the extraction site. Dishonest and abrupt staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 14, 2024
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Wonderful Oral Surgeon
I was quite concerned about have a tooth implant & experiencing the pain which my husband had endured with a different oral surgeon. Dr. Rissolo put me completely at ease. He & his staff were compassionate, caring, professional, thorough & friendly. They reassured me every step of the way, & I did not experience any discomfort during or after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Rissolo & his exceptional team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Barbara – Feb 17, 2024
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INCREDIBLE
I cannot ever fully express my appreciation and gratitude time and time again for Dr. Rissolo and his unbelievable team. If you’re in pain, if you’re scared of a procedure, if you’ve had a traumatic experience with your teeth, please please do yourself a favor and go see this wonderful man. Three times now they have been able to get me in with no notice for an emergency extraction, all three times for a “hot tooth”. Dr. Rissolo, Trish, Yvonne, and Caroline were BEYOND in their care, communication, genuine concern, and dedication to making sure I was informed, pain free, and felt safe every step of the way. If like me you’re in need of a procedure requiring true mastery in this particular field as well as impeccable bed side manner I strongly recommend you call this incredible practice. I cannot stress enough how vital Dr. Rissolo and his team have become in my life. I know if anything happens he will be there with kindness and patience, he will help me, and his amazing team will be rig
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nicole Jones – Apr 30, 2022
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Dr. Rissolo performed surgery on my daughter that most other doctors would not have been capable of doing. He successfully performed the complicated surgery and I can not say enough wonderful things about him
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Susan – Apr 22, 2021
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Professional staff, great knowledge of practice & VERY caring DR & STAFF highly recommend!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2020
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Dr Rissolo and his team completed a dental implant for me after a very unpleasant procedure with another doctor. I waited a whole year, and even considered not completing the implant, but I thought it would not hurt to talk to Dr. Rissolo. Dr. Rissolo was thorough, very professional, explained everything to me, and answered all of my questions. His team was sensitive to my needs. It was an A+ experience!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Diane in Norwalk, CT – Aug 29, 2019
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Dr. Rissolo was kind and easy going. Him and his team were the best . They are patient and explain the entire procedure thoroughly. I have never had a doctor treat me with such kindness. Will definitely go back for any other oral surgery needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kim in Norwalk, CT – Jan 25, 2019
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I am a transplant patient and needed a trustworthy oral surgeon to remove a broken molar. The molar was very broken and it needed to be done by a surgeon. Thankfully I was recommended to Dr. Rissolo. He and all of his staff are very professional. I previously had to removed another molar and it was done by a dentist with not a lot of experience, it was a bad experience and I learned that when it comes to your teeth it is very to make a investment and go to an experience oral surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Siu Forlano in Norwalk, CT – Nov 21, 2018
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This whole office is unlike you’ve ever been treated/felt! They’re so caring, helpful, concerned. Dr. R is TOP-NOTCH! 2 years ago he removed my fearful teen’s wisdom teeth flawlessly & totally calming her. No pain, no complications, she did not even need painkillers after. Healed beautifully. This week he kindly fit me in after a mouth cancer scare so I would not be worried for days. Explained it all calmly & so i could understand and feel safe. AMAZING EXPERIENCES! 10 stars!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lily in Norwalk, CT – Nov 17, 2018
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Simply the best experience. And this is coming from a certified chicken when it comes to dental work. Dr. Rissola and his staff do everything to make your dental work painless and as comfortable as possible. Work performed was top notch. I won’t go anywhere else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Robert Altman in Katonah, NY – Sep 19, 2018
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Very professional and explained the procedure well. Staff was very solicitous throughout
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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S Barrowcliff in Darien, CT – Sep 13, 2018
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Dr. Rissolo is one of the best at what he does. Other reviews were pretty accurate when they said that he genuinely is amazing at what he does. My wisdom teeth removal was uneventful, without any pain and minor swelling. He was very courteous, professional, and made me very comfortable and happy when he called me the evening of my procedure to make sure I was okay. I was even eating food that same evening. I recommend Dr. Rissolo to anyone removing their wisdom teeth.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Peter S in Norwalk, CT – Jul 21, 2018
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My 20 year old son had his wisdom teeth removed by Dr Rissolo over Christmas break. His teeth were impacted and sideways, a more complicated extraction. His surgery went as planned and had little to no swelling and minor discomfort after. The office staff is phenomenal as well, professional, kind and caring and great humor too! Overall a great experience and we will be back in the next year for my daughter.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kim Dexter in Wilton CT – Jan 13, 2018
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Dr. Rissolo and his staff were amazing, informative and caring. He left no question unanswered and went through every possible scenario. Thanks for a great experience, as far as oral surgery. We will always recommend this office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Vicki Crumpton in Weston, CT – Jul 07, 2017
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Awesome surgeon- my daughter had 6 impacted wisdom teeth and he skillfully removed them. His bedside manner was excellent. He calmed both the patient and the mother. He called the afternoon after the surgery to check on her condition. I would highly recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Molly Michaels in Easton, CT – May 14, 2017
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Professional, thorough and very knowledgeable. I recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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wilton – May 02, 2017
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The best! Excellent! Great team! Appreciate for the excellent care!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Yenting in Westport, CT – Mar 30, 2017
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Dr. Rissolo and his entire staff are so amazing!! Completely competent, and very compassionate. I just had 4 wisdom teeth removed and I was really dreading it. I am 44 years old and was told for years by prior dentists that I would not need to have them removed. My current dentist who is wonderful, told me that unfortunately they would have to come out. He referred me to Dr. Rissolo. It was a completely painless procedure! I am recovering so well and not in any pain. Dr. Rissolo is the best!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sheila Higgins in Rowayton, CT – Mar 02, 2017
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The unexpected loss of a front tooth left me self-conscious and distressed. My dentist referred me to Dr. Rissolo for an implant. My first consultation was informative, assuring and calming. His expertise gave me confidence that I was in good hands. The entire office is an environment of compassion and gentle supportive care. Definitely would recommend Dr Rissolo to anyone in need of oral surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cathy G in Katonah, NY – Nov 13, 2016
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I was accepted in last minute for an emergency visit. Aside from being immediately likeable, Dr Risollo was totally present, a good listener and a very skilled practitioner. I felt that I was in very capable hands. His staff was also comforting and compassionate. I highly recommend Dr Rissolo.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ruthie in Rowayton, CT – Sep 22, 2016
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Expert Care with a Gentle Hometown Style

We focus on patient comfort and quality results.
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Uconn Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Ucla Maxillofacial Implant Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
  • Ucla School Of Dental Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • University Of Connecticut / School Of Dental Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
  • Fairfield College Prparatory School / Boston College

    Undergraduate School, 1983
  • English

  • Spanish

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Practice

TLC Pediatrics LLC10 Mott Ave Norwalk, CT 06850
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Norwalk Hospital

    34 Maple St
    Norwalk, CT 06850
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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