Having recently moved to the area from the Bay Area, I was in need of a dentist and ultimately, a periodontics/implant specialist for a potential major implant procedure. After a thorough examination by my new dentist, he recommended I see Dr. Vasanthan, a highly reputable periodontics specialist in the area that had vast experience in procedures in which I would need. Upon my initial visit, Dr. Vasanthan was upfront, honest and very thorough in assessing my situation and advised necessary procedures for my implant. He informed me my procedure might require an extensive amount of bone grafting due to the large gap left from the extracted tooth and informed me there might be a 50 percent chance an implant would even be possible. I was impressed by Dr. Vasanthan's knowledge and expertise in treating similar cases and it was comforting that he didn't rush me into a decision just to gain another patient. He and his pleasant professional staff carefully explained the necessary procedures, expected timeframe and my insurance coverage. I confidently proceeded with Dr. Vasanthan. After nearly five surgical procedures over a two-year period, I can proudly say with a confident smile how grateful I am for Dr. Vasanthan's brilliance in all the necessary surgical procedures that resulted in my successful implant. I appreciate everything he and his staff did to make my implant experience a positive one. I highly recommend Dr. Vasanthan to anyone considering an implant or related surgical procedure. read more

Another A plus report to me from Dr Vasanthan office on my home care of my teeth and gums! After denying many years of my regular dentist telling me that I've got some serious periodontal issues, I finally in tears, stomach in my throat, saw this periodontist. I learned that I have a hereditary issue with my gums and bones giving me, what they said is a mouth 20+ years older than I am. I don't have plaque build up nor cavities but have serious issues. Since we know that gum disease can lead to worse issues in the body, I took their advice and had bone graphs and, another big word I can't remember, but cutting back my gums and giving my mouth a fresh start. Catch is I have to continue with great home care and see the perio/dentist more regularly than the average person. Seven years later and my reports are exactly what I want to hear, no more bone loss, gums look great! I now find my chair sessions educational where I was able to inform a friend of mine who didn't understand why she need a bad tooth pulled when it wasn't causing her any pain. Once the bad tooth travels to the bone,one creates more issues and introduce unnecessary disease to the bone. Had I taken the advice early, I wouldn't have gone thru the pain and expense of treatment. I am a very grateful person for my beautiful smile! Thank you to Dr. Vasanthan and his staff! read more

Regrettably, our encounter with this dentist was far from satisfactory. From the onset, time management appeared to be a foreign concept to them. My grandmother and I experienced prolonged waits as the dentist frequently left the room, leaving us to wonder if our time held any significance. The lack of respect and impatience displayed were disheartening. It felt like our concerns were brushed aside, and any questions we had were met with indifference. This not only contributed to a sense of frustration but also left us questioning the professionalism of the practice. Moreover, the dentist's constant interruptions disrupted the flow of the appointment. It became evident that our time was not being prioritized during our visit. In terms of assistance, there was a glaring absence of genuine care or effort to address our concerns. Instead, it felt like a transaction rather than a healthcare experience. The lack of empathy and understanding left a lasting negative impression. Overall, this dental visit was marred by a combination of time mismanagement, disrespect, and a palpable lack of patient-centered care. It's disheartening when a healthcare professional fails to recognize the importance of a positive patient experience, and sadly, this dentist missed the mark entirely. Will definitely not be returning read more

Today was my second appointment with Dr. Vasanthan. I was referred to him by my dentist of 12 years for a problem with my gum. After extensive talks and options, we decided to wait and watch. He was very pleased with the condition of one area which was of high concern. Today I had an appointment, 4 years later, for a different problem. Not only was this a consult, he was able to do the work today so I didn't have to come back. Dr. Vasanthan's demeanor is calm, friendly and compassionate. He is extremely knowledgeable about different options and his honest opinion about what will work best. I was very relaxed in the chair and 100% confident that I was in the best hands as the procedure was being done. His Dental Assistant, Bianca worked hand in hand with him in a well choreographed routine. She kept checking on me to make sure I was doing okay. Such a perfect team. The office is Covid safe as they're in compliance with all CDC rules and recommendations. Even the pen I used to sign authorizations for treatment was sterilized after my use. The office staff is wonderful and friendly and I felt extremely relaxed during my visit. I highly recommend Dr. Vasanthan's practice for all periodontal needs. read more

I was referred to Dr. Yi at this office by my dentist for periodontal care. I needed to have a gum graft for 2 teeth where my gums were receding. I put it off for a while as I was anxious about having this procedure. My first office visit with Dr Yi was awesome. She was friendly and professional and thoroughly explained the procedure and answered all my questions. Immediately I felt at ease and knew I was in good hands. The procedure itself and the recovery was way better than I expected and I had very little discomfort after the first few days. After a week I noticed a stitch that was bothering me and when I called the office, a staff member told me to come in that day and Dr Yi could check it out. I was happy to get a quick appointment and Dr. Yi said the gums looked good. She removed the stitch from my palate because it was already healing nicely. My gums healed great and I had very little pain or discomfort during the recovery period. Only the first couple of days after the surgery did I have moderate pain and that was easily handled by the pain meds. After that, over the counter meds as needed took care of it. Thank you Dr. Yi!! read more

I was referred to Dr. Ash as "the best in the area" to assess my options to repair my 10 year old (front tooth) implant, recently damaged from an accident. Upon initial consultation, it became very clear to me that this office and the entire staff were the consummate professionals in welcoming me and clearly explaining all of the potential repair options / costs. Dr. Ash explained the cost and recovery scenarios I faced in detail, recognizing the fact that final decisions would have to be made (by him) once removal of the damaged implant commenced while under anesthesia. I was very confident that Dr. Ash had my best interests at heart, and ultimately my repair procedure was highly successful and better than the worst case scenario. On top of that, Dr. Ash personally called me at home that same evening at 8pm to check on me. I would refer my family and closest friends to Dr. Ash with no hesitation, knowing full well that he and his entire staff are the best in the area. Thank you!! Craig Durgarian read more

I was referred to Dr. Yanni after a very disappointing consult with a different periodontist in my insurance plan. I didn't tell the office it was for a second opinion at first. From the very first phone call to set up the appointment I was impressed with the excellent level of professionalism and genuine friendliness of everyone. The treatment plan outlined for me was very much in line with what my referring dentist expected and I felt very comfortable with the plan and the cost. It was much less aggressive and costly than the other periodontist. The procedure went perfectly and the results outstanding. The treatment before, during and following the procedure was excellent. I would happily return there if periodontal services are ever needed again and happily pay out of pocket. I couldn't give a higher recommendation. read more

My name is Cameron McCreary and I am a patient of Dr. Ash Vasanthan and Dr. Peter Yanni. About four months ago my molar implant broke off in my mouth; the screw at the base broke of the tooth is what broke. I was a CNC machinist before being forcefully retired by being hit by an SUV which broke my original molar crown and part of the tooth and I am acquainted with the various processes for extracting broken screws. These two doctors were of exceptional help yesterday the 16th day of November 2022 when they employed their techniques to remove the broken screw end from out of the implant in my upper jaw. I recommend them in lieu of other Peridontal Doctors because they have alot of experience with implants and the problems that may arise from them. Thank you very much, all of you including the outer office ladies. read more

From the initial consultation to the final exam, this office was top notch. Dr. Vasanthan is extremely knowledgable but also has excellent bedside manner. He is very confident while not being cocky. I have always had anxiety going to the dentist and was quite nervous about needing dental surgery. Dr. Vasanthan took the time to explain necessary treatment and willingly answered my questions. He calmed my fears. The bone graft and implant surgery of my #10 tooth was so much easier than I expected. It really was a breeze compared to what I had imagined in my head. And all done at a reasonable cost. The front office is also super professional and responsive. I am so pleased with my implant and the care I received and would highly recommend Dr. Vasanthan's office for any periodontal treatment. read more

I have had several implants over the years. The procedure is involved and can be a bit overwhelming at times. But I can say with all sincerity that Dr. Vasanthan and Dr. Yanni provided the best experience when they did my last three implants! Their office has the latest equipment which they use expertly along with providing detailed descriptions of what needs to be done and how they will do it. This was especially important to me, as a previous implant was done by someone, who was not forthcoming with what was happening and the experience was very unpleasant. Both doctors are very personable and the office staff are friendly and professional. I would recommend Dr. Vasanthan and Dr. Yanni to anyone who needed to have dental implants! read more

I want to acknowledge Dr Ash , Maryann and the staff for their care in keeping my implants in shape, I have four implants and had perio work for the sinus area prior to installation, for unforseen reasons my bone impact started receeding on my upper back tooth after some years, so i chose to move forward with a second bone impact in that area, at the same time adding additional to another implant in same area, the back tooth did not take the other did well, sometimes there is not a guarantee for these procedures at no fault of theirs, but there is a guarantee for the continued aftercare I receive to keep my implants in the best condition we can, so I thank you and have complete confidence in their prof professionalism read more

My dental appointment on 12/19/22 the Perio Specalist practice was a very positive one. After learning I had bone loss in one tooth, I was referred to Perio Specialist by my primary dentist. Liz, a dental assistant, greeted my husband and I in the waiting room and led us back to our private room and got us comfortable. Liz was very personable and warm in speaking with us and very efficient in getting all the information in the computer and taking pictures. Dr. Yi who will perform my procedure, explained in detail the oral surgery that needed to be done using a computer video to illuminate the procedure for us. She answered all our questions in a very understandable way. read more

Dr. Visanthan was the periodontist that I had chosen to perform extensive oral surgery which included Extraction ,Bone graft, and Ridge augmentation followed by dental implant surgery. It was absolutely the best choice choosing Dr. Visanthan. He was kind, caring and so polite and respectful which carried over to his staff. There was never a time that I wasn't greeted by friendly staff. Dr Visanthan's experience and knowledge along with his impeccable technique during surgery and the attention to detail put my mind at ease because of the trust that was established. His work is top notch and I would recommend him to anyone in a heart beat!! read more

My dentist recommended me to Dr. Vasanthan. I was apprehensive about getting an implant, but after finally going through with setting up the appointment I am so glad I did. He and his staff are so very professional I felt at ease while at my initial appointment. The process was very smooth and didn't have any issues after the implant was set. The evening of of my implant procedure, I received a personal call from Dr. Vasanthan asking how I was doing. He gave me some advise on what and what not to do when eating. I would highly recommend Dr. Vasanthan and his team at Perio Specialists. Awesome group! read more

This is my first dental surgery, I was recommended to Dr Vasanthan by my dentist, my dentist said that my infection ate away my bone structure and needed one of the best to be able to have an implant. I have a fear of doctors and the staff and DR. Vasanthan worked with me and my fears. I am very pleased with the work he did. I am going to have more work done in the Future. Unfortunately my dental plan did not cover much so it is expensive but I'm a firm believer that you get what you pay for. I want to thank everyone in the office for their patience with me and a high 5 for the great work. Steve read more

I have been using Dr Vasanthan and his hygienist, Tina, for about 5 years now. I am extremely happy with their periodontal care. I have been treated for periodontitis for about 25 years and moved about 6 years ago. Tina does an amazing job of maintaining my teeth and gums and has done such a terrific job that I have not needed any surgical intervention from Dr V. For that I am very grateful! I travel from North Lake Tahoe to see Tina and Dr V. It is well worth the trip. I enjoy and appreciate having a great smile, and am thankful for the care I receive here that maintains my own teeth. read more

Dr. Vasanthan made a scary procedure a breeze. The office is beautiful, the staff is professional, and Dr. Vasanthan has an extremely comforting demeanor. He recommended I be sedated for my crown lengthening procedure, and everything went very smoothly and healed perfectly. That is also how I discovered that my anxiety responds well to medication, and am now much better at managing my anxiety than I was a month ago. Overall, having oral surgery at Dr. Vasanthan's office was not an ordeal, but merely a mild inconvenience (as dental work tends to be). read more

I have been a patient at the office of Dr. Vasantham for a period of about 10 years now. This office is an extremely professional and competent group of people who care greatly about the quality of care that they give to their patients. I have received a variety of services from them, from regular cleaning to dental implants, all of which I would rate as excellent. In addition, the staff is very personable and make that dreaded trip to the dentist office as enjoyable as it can possibly be. I highly recommend Dr Vansantham and his team. read more

Dr. Ash and his entire staff provided the best dental experience I've ever had in my 71+ years. Appointments were timely and wait time mimimal. I needed two surgical implant posts and was a little nervous but the preliminary planning and pre-surgery education boosted my confidence. Then, the actual surgical process took less time that I expected and the results were outstanding. Minimal post-op pain and discomfort and i was feeling great the evening of the surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Ash and his staff, they are the best!!! read more