Dr. Barron Hong was a godsend when I needed 2 implants done. I was already consulting with another periodontist in SF and was not happy with his bedside manners. I happen to run into a friend who just had an implant done and raved about her periodontist. She said it was so painless that she fell asleep during the procedure. So I immediately switched periodontist to Dr. Hong. Even though I never fell asleep during the procedure, Dr. Hong was gentle, courteous and explained the procedure well. He allayed any fears that I had. If the need ever arise in the future, I will not hesitate to go back to Dr. Hong. I have also since referred several of my friends to him. read more

Among statements that most of us dread to hear "I'm going to refer you for gum surgery" ranks right up there with death & divorce for some of us. Since I'd survived 62 years with receding gums, was my dentist just being overly concerned? In fact, she was not, and the proof was right there in plain sight; you're evidently not supposed to see the roots of your teeth well below the gum line. I waited in dread to see Dr. Horn, nothing personal, it's just that a friend some years ago had had a miserable experience with gum surgery, and that person had been a doctor. I held out little hope for the procedure. I can now attest to the fact, from the other side of the experience, that it was in fact, EASY! Dr. Horn is terrific; he took a conservative approach to the amount of work that was necessary, explained how the ligament structure in my mouth had contributed to the problem (in other words, I'm not completely hopeless at dental hygeine), and clearly described what needed to happen. And since I am needle adverse and have had all my dental work for 30+ years done without injections, he prescribed meds that would help me to care less about the necessary needle, and they worked! Recovery was much easier than expected; very little pain and a soft diet for a week or so. I now have pink healthy gum where there was none thanks to Dr. Horn. It's great to know a guy in the biz that you can refer folks to who is both very professional AND very kind. It took several months to get an appointment, I don't think it's a secret that he must have a dedicated and loyal following. If you need this kind of work, he's the guy you want to see; well worth the wait. Thank you, Dr. Horn & your office folks. Deborah Witalis read more

I did a lot of research looking for a periodontist that is not only known for quality work but that would work with me in a sympathetic way, as I have a total fear of the dentist chair, and let's face it... if you're going to the periodontist, it's usually not a trivial visit. I was particularly happy that after choosing Berkeley Perio and DI, I also found perhaps the best dentist in the area (Dr Kami is awesome!), and it was his recommendation that I go here as well. I am very happy I did! The staff is friendly and accommodating to those with trepidation such as I have. They've done great work, and worked with me in a very personal way that alleviates my fear as much as possible. Highly recommended. Only down side is that parking in the vicinity is very limited, and the parking garage charges a pretty high fee, even when you get validated. Still, the extra $10 to park doesn't really matter to me when you have a team of people you believe in getting you through difficult health issues. I concur with the rest of the reviews, this is where you want to go if you have periodontic issues. read more

Had my second cleaning with Ed today and I have a special medical problem and he was just great. Totally painless and we had good conversation during the procedure. The front desk person was extremely friendly and helpful. Office is well maintained and very professional. read more

The doctor is quite competent but the billing department is a nightmare. After botching the insurance claim they refused to send requested documentation to the insurance provider. A dozen phone calls later there are still no x-rays received and they are unable to provide dates the x-rays were sent. Despite my having paid 80% of the procedure up front, they decided to send me to collections for a measly couple hundred bucks. read more

Dr. Barron Hong is great and a complete pro! I saw him for a gum graft and his work is excellent. He is kind and attentive. He answered every single question, and allayed my anxiety, so much so that I'm (almost) looking forward to my next graft in a few months. read more

Get a second opinion before agreeing to the expensive "deep cleaning." Or before agreeing to any treatment, for that matter.

Dr. Maharathi is simply great. The best thing about him is that I feel like he actually cares about doing a really really good job for me. He's done a gum graft and implant and both were beautifully done. He's not a salesman type, and, in fact, I lost a back tooth and he surprised me by not recommending an implant and he actually told me to spend my money elsewhere. Years have passed and he was right. Prices on the high side, but highly skilled and honest. read more

I went in with a "toothache" and feared the worst: an abscess. After xray, Dr. Horn explained I had a gum infection and proceeded to treat it with flawless expertise. He also answered all my questions about prevention. The rest of the staff is friendly and professional. You can't get better periodontal care than this. read more

Dr Horn is great, does quality work and is very kind. The hygienists are also thoughtful and helpful, as is the front desk staff.

I have been privileged and extremely fortunate to have Dr. Ryan Horn treat me in two complicated dental/periodontal procedures, during the past two years. In one such procedure my tooth developed a large hole near the gum line. This was the result of an injury to the tooth suffered when I was a child. Normally such a diseased tooth is removed, and a dental implant installed in its place. Such is the standard procedure. Dr. Horn, however, is not your ordinary, standard dentist/periodontist. Dr. Horn performed what would be considered a heroic and extraordinary dental procedure that saved my original tooth! He had a root canal performed and then he literally rebuilt my tooth in order to eliminate the hole that had developed in it. By saving my tooth Dr. Horn denied himself the far higher fee to be earned by performing a dental implant. No one would have questioned a decision by him to remove my diseased tooth and replace it with a dental implant. By saving my tooth through extraordinary technical and aesthetic dental and periodontal skill, Dr. Horn denied himself the substantially higher fee he otherwise could have earned. I find that absolutely extraordinary. Clearly Dr. Horn not only has cutting edge dental and periodontal skills, but he also possesses phenomenal medical and dental ethics and integrity. And this is a stunning combination, and makes Dr. Horn a stunning professional! In a second procedure, Dr. Horn treated me for a fractured tooth, which developed from a screw implanted in 1963 during a root canal procedure, performed by the student health services clinic where I was a college student (i.e., at the University of Minnesota, in Minneapolis). [Such a screw is not used today in root canals because it was later discovered they cause teeth to fracture.] Dr. Horn, with great skill and patience, caused the broken tooth to implode in sections, thereby all but eliminating damage to the surrounding gum and supporting bone structure. In doing this Dr. Horn enabled himself to be able to graft other bone to the site, thereby creating the needed foundation to support a later healthy tooth implant. I count myself extremely fortunate to be Dr. Horn's patient. Not surprisingly I learned that Dr. Horn has served as an Adjunct Professor of Dentistry at one of the top dental schools in the nation -- namely the University of the Pacific Dental School, in San Francisco. I have also received approximately seven teeth cleanings, by dental hygienists at Dr. Horn's Dental Office. I absolutely have never received such thorough and comfortable teeth cleanings any where, any time, in all my 69 years. And I have received teeth cleanings by dental hygienists over my lifetime, in New York, Minnesota, and California. Additionally I can state that based on my experiences and observations, the office staff at Dr. Horn's practice is very courteous, efficient, pleasant, and over all a pleasure to interact with. I would also add that Dr. Horn is a total pleasure to interact with. He has an easy manner about himself, which I find also sets me at ease. He thoroughly explains the procedures in advance, and thereby enables me to give a truly informed consent. He also has a wonderful sense of humor, which helps brighten the experience. Thank you, Dr. Horn, for your tremendously appreciated and most outstanding service. read more

I've had several gum grafts over several years and haven't always had good care or results. But Dr. Horn is exceptional. He communicates clearly, the procedure is quick and relatively painless, the graft heals quickly and it stays and does what it's supposed to do for years, unlike other periodontist's grafts which have disappeared in my mouth in a matter of months. Dr. Horn and his office staff are totally professional. I've now had 3 or 4 grafts from Dr. Horn, starting 4 or 5 years ago, and can honestly say I look forward to returning for the next one -- he's that good. read more

I've known Dr.Horn for over 3 years now. What got me to be his patient, was his bed side manners , great work and professionalism . Highly recommend Dr.Horn and his wonderful team. read more

Dr. Horn & crew are pleasurable to deal with.

Dr. Grimm is wonderful, efficient, brisk, patient and kind. She is no-nonsense and at the same time, was able to put me at my ease, and that is not easy as I have horrible dental phobia of all kinds, since early childhood, and dentists throughout my life have lost patience with what seems my hysteria, but not Dr. Grimm. Recently had oral surgery and gum scraping...she and her assistant and the entire office staff are top notch and personal. If you must succumb to these horrible procedures, I highly recommend Dr. Grimm. read more

I had significant gum surgery that took nearly two hours about one year ago and the whole thing was, believe it or not, a terrific experience. Dr. Horn is smart, funny, skilled, and calm. I felt completely confident in him. Further, he referred me to Dr. Meeta Doshi when my former dentist retired, who is right across the hall and is also great. He is in Dr. Lodberg's office, who is also very good. This is where you want to go for periodontics. read more

I recently had periodontal work done by Dr. Barron Hong. The experience was outstanding. Even that first prick of the needle for numbing the area was painless. The entire process was efficient and professional. Dr. Hong and his technical assistant Katie did a seamless job. I highly recommend this team! Also, the front office was excellent and friendly. read more

I saw Dr. Grimm after my dentist recommended her for a gum graft. I was really pleased with my experience with Dr. Grimm and found her to be a top-notch doctor. After my first gum graft didn't take from another doctor, she repeated the procedure. Now, a two years later I have to get another graft in another area, and I have an appointment in October with her. I am actually looking forward to my next surgery with her! I felt no pain at all, and I an excuse to rest for two days and have my husband cook! After the surgery, they require that you have a pick-up ride and for a day you just want to sleep. She gives you a prescription for antibiodics for infection and Vicodine for pain. When the novacaine wore off I felt a slightly dull pain, but the Vicodine took the edge off. I was back on my feet after one to two days. After about a week the rubber band-aide feel off and I had two beautiful new raised gum lines over my front two, bottom teeth! read more