Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, Retired

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I had jaw surgery by Dr Wittenberg with Invisalign and it went super well. I was really happy that they had explained so much to me and my parents before surgery so i wasn't worried about how the recovery was going. Having the top bottom and chin surgeries is a lot but I have a bite that can chew anything now and the chin made me look so good and confident. My girlfriend thinks I look so good too. Not having to have braces was great and my orthodontist said that Dr Wittenberg invented the way to do surgery with Invisalign and he thought the bite was really good. I just wanted to thank them including the great nurses who were always so encouraging. Its a big deal and they all did great work

Submitted Dec. 18, 2018

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Steer clear of this business completely… I booked a consultation with Dr Wittenberg and arrived at the office he was running 45 minutes late when I finally got to go in and see him I was rushing in and out within 15 minutes. I came prepared of course when seeing a surgeon I’m planning to use for working on my face i want to feel safe and confident with them this was not the case.
I was not asked what exactly I was seeking just analysed and told whats best. When asking my questions i wrote down it seemed to be of a joke to him and he didn’t seem overly concerned especially when concerning my health.
I had to literally tear out of him the name of what the surgery would be with him demeaning me and telling me I wouldn’t know what it was and I pushed him to tell me so he messily scribbled it down. I was promised an email of a write up of the consultation this never came from Bray. This is truly not a place you want to come and have any surgery done trust me. You can also check his background of law suits. The ladies in the office are all over the shop and unprofessional. If you check on real self there is another person with an exact review of mine and the experience from Dr Wittenberg for consultation.
I asked for a refund and was of course lied to and wasted my time I will be reporting to the BBB and warning all of you to steer clear and save your time and money!!!

Submitted Dec. 17, 2018

Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, Retired's response
It is always unfortunate when a patient fully distorts a situation especially when they threaten negative reviews 'unless'....The patient has a documented full consult with many charted notes of the discussion which was extensive given what she wanted to accomplish and the complexity of it. The consultation was very complete. Indeed, the office notations include a reference that we had to wait while she ate lunch in the reception area which was quite irregular. We did offer further visits gratis but she was not receptive. The office is well regarded for communication with patients from all over the world, but one must accept that there are many personalities which are less ideal for surgical procedures. We do wish well for all patients however.

Submitted Dec. 17, 2018

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Having facial surgery is a bit scary but not once you meet Dr Wittenberg and his amazing staff. It took me only a few minutes to feel comfortable and safe with Dr Wittenberg and really trust what he was explaining and recommending after I told him what bothered me. I knew I had a double chin and it was getting worse with age but he went over the whole structure with me and I decided to have a necklift along with a chin surgery. On the day of surgery I was nervous but his staff were so friendly and made me relax. Then once I was awake from the surgery with bandages I was groggy for a while but they were surprised how fast I woke up and understood what was going on. The recovery was quite easy with little or no pain and the swelling came down quickly. The new look was amazing and so so nice. i felt great and was so happy I did it. I know how others feel about not being sure about fixing what bothers them, but see Dr Wittenberg and get a truly natural excellent result. He makes it look like it should have been all along and not like I had surgery even. I really recommend him and have done so already to my friends.

Submitted Nov. 14, 2018

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The ability to find a surgeon who you trust and who has a great reputation can be hard so take my work for it and consult with Dr Wittenberg. He did my surgery and I was and continue to be so pleased with the result and how I was treated in his office. He is a magician changing not only my face structure but also my attitude and confidence. The surgery is surgery and it took me about 10 days to get over the anesthesia and tiredness but other than than it was no big deal. I had double jaw surgery with Invisalign and no wiring and a chin surgery to boot. I now bite great look great and feel great. What more can I say.

Submitted Oct. 21, 2018

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The staff was not helpful on the phone. Frustrating.

Submitted Oct. 9, 2018

Dr. Gerald Wittenberg, Retired's response
We always try to provide reasonable information on the phone but we cannot detail specific information and even cost without a consultation and examination which we feel is most reasonable. An in person visit is necessary for a proper discussion and understanding of your status and treatment goals. Thanks very much

Submitted Oct. 9, 2018

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When you have bags under your eyes and everyone keeps asking if you are tired you know it's time to do something. So I looked up about eyelid surgery and read about all the concerns people had and somehow found out about Dr Wittenberg. What impressed me was his idea that the problem comes from the dropping of the chhekpad and that it is not really fat bulges alone that cause the problem. His pictures sure are good and I likes the great look of the after pictures. The consultation was so easy and he is really modest about his work. He showed me on my face what happened and the way to improve it. He really focuses on how he just puts the cheek back to its natural position. The surgery was quite easy under sedation and the bruises weren't bad but they tell you it takes time to see the final result and the look got better over a few months for sure. I cannot express how happy I am with my new look. I have great cheeks and they blend to my eyes too so no one ever mentions how tires I look and some actually ask me why I look so good. They think I got good sleep or have changed my makeup. Dr Wittenberg is really amazing. He makes you feel so comfortable and his ideas and result speak for itself. He's the best!

Submitted April 22, 2018

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I have to credit my orthodontist office with the referral to Dr. Wittenberg!! The consult appointment took place almost 10 months before the surgery, but the office staff kept me informed and stayed in touch throughout this process.

The actual day of surgery did arrive (despite me thinking otherwise!!) and the entire sequence of pre and post surgery was like a well oiled machine! The Delta Hospital and staff were fantastic and the actually surgery was around 45 mins. It is evident how much experience this team brings to the oral surgical world, and I am grateful for how efficient and smoothly it went.

Submitted April 13, 2018

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Gotta say that I never expected to write a review but here I am because Dr Wittenberg did such a great job. I went to him for my yucky neck and jowls and had wanted to do something for years. I finally got the courage and I am so glad I did. Dr Wittenberg was so calm and such a nice man. He actually explained how my baggy neck happened and gave me suggestions and never once pushed me at all. He just educated me and I liked it that way. I did have the surgery and wow what a difference. I never expected to look this good and actually told him so. But the result is amazing and I feel wonderful. I think I always felt tired before now that I think about it but not anymore. Dr Wittenberg was great after the surgery too and I feel like I joined his office family since his staff is also wonderful.

Submitted March 2, 2018

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I have wanted to fix my small jaw and chin since I was a kid. My parents did not want to have jaw surgery when I had braces and my teeth are fine but I still had a small chin and I tried stuff to stick out my chin when I would take pictures but I hated the pictures. I spent lots of time researching and found Dr Wittenberg in Vancouver. His pictures looked real and natural to me and many types of chins too. I talked to his office on the phone and found out he saw people from out of town and the lady on the phone was really helpful. After a few conversations I sent my pictures like they asked and I went to Dr Wittenberg for the visit and surgery together. When I met him i knew it was good decision. He was friendly and told me all about my jaw and said he had seem many of this happen when jaw surgery was not done. He said that building out the jaw from the front chin to the back of the jaw would make it look like the jaw was more like I wanted. I had already decided. The nurses explained what I needed to do after surgery even though they told me before. I stayed there for a few days. The surgery was no pain and some tight jaw but after a few days I felt ok. I really brushed and did what they said and I could tell right away how good it looked. I was really impressed. I did not expect to look that good but he did great work. It was a while to see the look get even better and now I feel good in pictures and even want pictures of me. I look so good. Even my parents are now happy and say that I did the right thing. Dr Wittenberg is an artist and a great surgeon.

Submitted Feb. 4, 2018

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Dr. Wittenberg is an absolutely BRILLIANT surgeon. My face was bothering me with excessive chin and neck fat and doggy, drooping jowls which didn’t go away with diet and exercise. I am SO glad I went to see Dr. W about it, instead of just feeling sad and self-conscious, and wasting money on all sorts of gimmicky products and spa procedures that don’t work. With a quick and painless operation, he basically made me look like my ‘old self’ again, I mean, ten years younger! I wholeheartedly recommend a visit with him if there is something about your face/jaw/chin/teeth/neck that’s bothering you. It’s one of the best decisions I ever made. I chose him because I saw his ‘before and after’ photos on the internet and I can tell you those pictures do not lie: I look (and feel!) so much better after! In addition, he has a team of assistants who are kind, nonjudgmental, patient with questions, and knowledgeable. And Dr. W is very nice too! The whole experience was actually pleasant, and the results outstanding.

Submitted Dec. 7, 2017

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Dr. Gerald Wittenberg is a Certified Specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. As an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Wittenberg manages a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth and facial regions. He has a background in both dentistry and advanced facial surgery. The combination of his education and experience over many years in all aspects of Facial Surgery makes Dr. Wittenberg an ideal choice for facial bone and soft tissue surgical procedures. His diagnostic skills are superior and is a key to having the proper assessment and management of your concern. Dr. Wittenberg practices a full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with long term experience and expertise ranging from reconstructive/corrective jaw surgery and wisdom tooth removal to cosmetic facial surgery.He is one a few persons who have the education, knowledge and training to manage both the hard and soft tissues of the face. This extensive background and experience combined with a natural artistry, benefits all of his patients. Dr. Wittenberg has introduced many innovative and advanced procedures to the practice of Facial Surgery. He has advanced the area of TMJ diagnosis and surgery; ‘no jaw wiring’ technique for Orthodontic surgery; surgery for Invisalign orthodontics (previously never done); and facial cosmetic surgery. He is well regarded as an expert in his field. His academic background includes the award of the prestigious Gold Medal for outstanding achievement (DMD) and a Master’s Degree (MSc.) combining the study of craniofacial surgery with anatomy and physiology. Dr. Wittenberg has achieved advanced study in reconstructive surgery and cosmetic facial surgery and continues to elevate his education. He has lectured nationally and internationally, and published in renowned journal and textbook formats. He presently teaches at the University of British Columbia. He is a Fellow of the BC College, member of the Royal College, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. He has contributed to the surgical profession as Chairman, President, Consultant and Examiner of various professional surgical organizations. He is the Director of the Facial and Laser Surgery Centre established for the provision of quality private care to his patients. He has introduced many advanced techniques for his patients in various areas of his specialty and enjoys all surgical procedures within his daily practice with a unique ability to focus on the simple to complex procedures with precision and skill. Dr. Wittenberg has received many complements on his gentle, approachable manner with accolades for his expertise in all areas of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Overall, Dr. Gerald Wittenberg is committed to quality, compassionate care, superior patient satisfaction, and excellence in oral, facial and cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.