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Dr. Ralph Roden, DMD

Dr. Ralph Roden, DMD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Ralph Roden, DMD is an oral & maxillofacial surgery specialist in Vestavia Hills, AL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2005. She is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Practice

1771 Independence Ct Ste 2 Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Roden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Roden

3.4
29 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
59%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
38%
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Best Oral Surgeon
Dr. Roden and his entire team, from the moment I walked into the office until the moment that I walked out were all kind, helpful, calming and informative. His team explained clearly what they were doing, why, when and what to expect. They were kind, gentle and compassionate. If you or anyone you know who has a need for anything with oral surgery, you should come to this practice for care. You will be amazed beyond belief. I am grateful for all of their care and helping me with my needs.
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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M. Anderson – Jun 27, 2024
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I was referred to Dr. Roden to get All on 4 dental implants. My surgery happened in May of 2022. Within a couple of months all four of implants failed. It took them over a month to get me scheduled to redo the surgery. I had my second surgery done and within 13 months two of those five implants have failed. I had since moved and upon calling the office with news of the implant failures I could not get a return phone call from Dr. Roden for over a month. This is definitely not a great way to treat a patient that has spent a significant amount of money on two failed procedures. I have requested a refund, and of course have been denied. I would not recommend spending your time or money with Dr. Roden. After over 20k of spent money I am right back at square one and he could not care less. I would highly suggest you find a better oral surgeon that will do work that lasts but will also treat you fairly. I have never received worst overall customer service.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Chris – Oct 21, 2023
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Poor Care and Treatment Plan
Dr. Roden was informed of my son's allergy issues at our wisdom teeth consult and also informed that he could not take ibuprofen due to it being a trigger for his hives and facial swelling. After surgery, I had to inform the nurse again that my son could not take ibuprofen. There was no alternative pain management plan put in place even though both the doctor and nurse were aware of these issues. Additionally, my son developed dry socket in both of his lower extractions after surgery. I spoke to Dr. Roden as the on-call doctor on the weekend to see what could be done. He was dismissive and I was rudely informed "to call his office on Monday" and that "he couldn't call in pain medication", which I had not requested. I had to press him for anything that could be done to alleviate the pain and only then was advised on how clean out the sockets myself. I would recommend seeking a different doctor for your oral surgeon needs.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Melissa Akers – Nov 09, 2022
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Dr Rhoden is a sorry excuse for a oral surgeon. Doctor didn’t show any compassion or care at all to take note of my mothers medical history. If he would have done so maybe he would have found compassion in his heart but he didn’t our experience was anything but terrific!! Would not recommend to worst enemy!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Aj – Jul 23, 2022
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?????? I received the best dental experience today receiving a wisdom tooth extraction. Thank you Dr. Ralph Roden and to your entire staff.
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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Beverly Edwards Kimbrough – Oct 26, 2021
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Tooth extraction. Ask for a break on the 500$ fee. Retired, no Dental Ins. military service. Dr. said 500$ fee was a Fair fee. After extraction I researched tooth extraction fees. 500$ fee is well on High side. Not a Fair fee. I feel his practice is run on the premises of NEXT UP!.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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LP – Jun 12, 2020
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Awful. He destroyed my mouth. Going to him was the worst decision I have ever made.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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D. Scott in Birmingham, AL – Apr 29, 2017
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Had wisdom teeth removed and Dr. Roden provided me with all the information to prepare myself for it. He was punctual with our appointment, I was in and out in no time with no complications post surgery. What really made a difference was that later that day I received a call from him to check on how I was doing. Outstanding professional. 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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Birmingham , AL – Sep 02, 2016
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Dr. Roden and staff took terrific care of me through a very difficult surgery! I highly recommend him to anyone! The entire staff was very accommodating and got me right in when I was having pain. Dr. Roden spent a lot of time with me trying to figure out what was going wrong, and got it right! I am happy and healed. Hopefully I don't have any more surgery soon but if I do, I will go back to Dr.Roden for sure.
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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Nicholas Saban in Hoover, AL – Jul 06, 2016
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I had the best experience from start to finish. I had to get my wisdom teeth removed and Dr. Roden and Heather made me feel so comfortable about the experience. They were willing to answer any questions I had (Dr. Roden even called me later on that evening to check up on me). I highly recommend Roden 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
5 others found this helpful
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Alicia – Jun 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

A native of Alabama, Dr. Roden was born and raised in Albertville. He attended Auburn University where he received a B.S. in Pre-health, Zoology. In 2002 Dr. Roden graduated from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He received many honors...read more
  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

  • Dentistry

  • Cosmetic Dentistry

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  • Veter

    Residency Hospital
  • Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2008
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham / School Of Dentistry

    Undergraduate School, 2002
  • Auburn University

    Undergraduate School, 1998

Locations

Practice

Office1771 Independence Ct Ste 2 Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

    2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr
    Birmingham, AL 35209
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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