I have been a patient of Dr. Gasper since after COVID, when my gum disease became significantly worse during the lockdown period. Over the years, I have undergone several procedures with Dr. Gasper, including tooth extraction, bone grafting, and dental implants. I have great trust in her expertise and professionalism. She always takes the time to explain each procedure carefully--what the goals are, what to expect during recovery, and how to care for yourself afterward. Her clear communication and attention to detail helped me feel informed and confident throughout the entire process. Thank you, Dr. Gasper, for taking such great care of my "problematic" gums and helping me restore my oral health. I would also like to mention the wonderful office staff. Everyone in the office is friendly, professional, and helpful. Visiting a dentist can sometimes be intimidating, especially when facing major procedures, but the warm and supportive environment always makes me feel comfortable and well cared for. Even during the most challenging treatments, I felt that I was in good hands. I am truly grateful to Dr. Gasper and her team for their excellent care and support. read more

If you're looking for a gum graft surgeon and feel anxious about dental procedures--or tend to imagine the worst-case scenario like I do--then Dr. Gasper and her team are the perfect choice. Dr. Gasper went above and beyond to answer all of my questions pre- and post- surgery, and ensured the entire process was as smooth and comfortable as possible. I felt extremely cared for throughout the whole process. Like others have similarly stated, I was worried for nothing and received high quality care. The hardest part was staying patient through the healing process, and the week following surgery where I felt pressure/discomfort from the stent. In my opinion, the pain reminded me of getting my braces tightened at the orthodontist, but much less intense. I'm thrilled with the results of my gum graft, better than expected. I highly recommend Dr. Gasper and her team. read more

Dr Gasper was incredibly professional, kind, and supportive in helping me through the process of multiple gum graft surgeries. The surgeries themselves went well, I wasn't in too much pain (if anything, she made me prepared for far worse than what I experienced). I would highly recommend anyone going through this process work with her. read more

Dr. Gasper is an excellent periodontist. I cannot recommend her enough. She is kind, professional, and supportive through every step, from initial consultation to recovery. I am so happy with the results of my gum graft. It blends seamlessly and really looks beautiful! I usually have panic attacks with dental work, but Dr. Gasper made sure I was comfortable. Her calm demeanor, friendly staff, and peaceful office environment made a huge difference. I have never had such a pleasant experience at the dentist! If you also struggle with anxiety, I recommend to make a consultation appt. You will be in good hands with Dr. Gasper. read more

My dentist said I was having mild gum recession, although it was not bothering me, and he referred me to Dr Gasper. Dr Gasper told me that I should have gum graft surgery and assured me that it was a very minor for a surgery and that the pain would be equivalent to a "pizza burn," and the recovery simple. What proceeded was the most physically traumatic and painful experience of my adult life and a very slow and complicated recovery, which resulted in further procedures, treatments and costs, and a significant emotional toll. I was in a surprising amount of pain from (1) the procedure itself and (2) from being required to wear a poor fitting stent for over 2 weeks. The pain was way beyond the "pizza burn" pain that was described to me during the education and informed consent conversation before the procedure. I told Dr Gasper that I was experiencing extreme pain in the upper right quadrant of my mouth, especially if any food, drink, or even wind made contact with it. She told me it was likely nothing serious and she to continue wearing the painful stent 24/7 although I had serious conerns about keeping it on. I endured almost 24/7 increasing mouth pain as I continued to wear the stent per her recommendation. I later found out the stent had fractured two teeth in the upper right quadrant of my mouth, the place where I had been been telling Dr Gaspar that I was feeling significant pain. One of those fractures was so severe that I was told I might need a root canal; luckily it did not happen. However, my dentist said that if I repaired that filling in the future, it would likely need a root canal because of how close it was to the nerve of the tooth. I was also instructed to restrict talking for two weeks and I had to take two weeks off work because my job involves talking with people. Before the procedure, I was told that I would need to restrict talking for a few days. Beyond the physical pain, I had severe swelling on my face, which lasted for over a month. This delayed and complicated recovery also fell on my birthday, about 3 weeks after the procedure, during which I had pain trying to eat my birthday dinner that my friends and family made for me. All of this was exceptionally stressful, caused much strain on my mental health and well being, and disturbed my sleep both during early recovery and for many months following the procedure. I have delayed this review because Dr Gasper and her team also have excellent response time and availability, and it's clear they have helped a lot of people and provided excellent care a lot of the time. The team is also very organized and appreciated the time that Dr Gasper spent with me. She has very good follow through and follow up with her patients. I do think what happened to me was less common, but I believe that Dr Gasper did not give me adequate information for me to make an informed decision and informed consent about the gum graft surgery. The level of pain and and the level of restriction in my day to day functioning was profound and I feel that describing the surgery as "minor" and the pain like a "pizza burn" was sadly misleading. I also have altered and reduced sensation in the palate of my mouth after the procedure, which I was not informed about. Overall, this review is more about my concern about inadequate information about the risks of gum graft procedure. If you decide the procedure is worth it for you, I do still recommend considering working with Dr Gasper and her team as an option. But I recommend doing your own research to be fully informed on the risks and take the time to weigh the pros and cons of the decision. I wish I had done my own research, rather than trusting the word of one professional alone, because I found many anecdotal gum graft stories similar to mine after I had already done the procedure. read more

Extremely professional practice. Excellent surgeon and communication from both the doctor and the front office. Highly recommended.

Dr Gasper was amazing in every phase of my gum graft surgery. The procedure went so smoothly. No pain during. Minor discomfort solved by Tylenol after first day only. Pain free and bleeding free. And recovery and follow up after we're super smooth and easy. read more

Christina & her team are truly amazing. Totally professional, and, also very kind and friendly.

Dr. Gasper and her team are great. Thorough, skilled, and they really take their time to be sure patients are informed and comfortable. Probably not the cheapest option out there, to be honest, but I think you get what you pay for with this sort of thing. read more

I was terrified the whole week leading up to my gum graft. And that was stupid. Dr. Gasper and her team made it all simple and easy. Don't be scared, they have you. While I'm not looking forward to having the other side done, I am confident and I know not to freak out next time. Honestly, it didn't even hurt badly enough to take more than a couple of motrin and a tylenol. If you're going with Gasper, you got this! read more

After a routine cleaning and x-rays, my dentist discovered the tooth remnant under a crown had entirely cracked in half. He explained my options but strongly recommended I go with an implant. He's been my dentist since 1990, and I trust him implicitly, so it was an easy decision. He said he had a great periodontist a few floors up from his office. I immediately felt at ease and comfortable when I met Dr. Gasper and her team. Her office is like a fine-tuned machine. They're very caring, organized, and efficient. She explained the entire process from start to finish, along with the timeline. I decided to go ahead with the procedure under Dr. Gasper's care. Every step of the process was exactly as she described. There was not one surprise. Well, I take that back. I was shocked at how painless both procedures were! Even when she gave me the numbing shots, at one point, she said, "This one is going to hurt a little,"...but it didn't hurt, and I'm a baby regarding dental procedures. There was no pain at all. Dr. Gasper and her team have ALL been exceptional. I would not hesitate to return to her or make a referral if the need arises. Thank you all! read more

I recently had periodental work by Dr Christina Gaspar and fell in love with her and her amazing team. I was extremely nervous for the gum graft surgery ,however, after consulting with two periodontists, I decided Dr Gaspar was the Dr for me. She made me super comfortable with the upcoming procedure, and has the best most calming bed side manner. She makes a procedure that I was extremely nervous about less scary and easy. She's super kind, approachable, friendly and relatable. After the surgery the first person I heard from the next day was a text awaiting my wake up from Dr Gaspar checking on me and asking if I had any q's. She's truly the best and I am doing a second gun graft in a few months with her which I'm super comfortable with and have no nerves or apprehension. Thanks to Dr Gaspar and her super nice, attentive team for taking such great care of me!! read more

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My year-long relationship with Dr. Christina Gasper (Dr. G) and her capable team involved extraction of #11, ridge preservation, additional bone grafts, and a microsurgical dental implant. What I liked about my experience: Game plan - each step described in detail with opportunity for discussion Dr. G's surgical skill set - expert, confident and gentle Dr. G's chairside manner - very personable and engaging Pain - none via conscious sedation Dr. G's office - her team maintains a professional, friendly and positive environment One situation impressed me. My insurance plan disallowed some procedures. A team member offered to resubmit using another procedure code. This claim was approved! If you find yourself in need of a dental implant or are in need of major periodontal care, contact Dr. Christina Gasper! read more

Dr Gasper is simply AWESOME. She was highly recommended by my dentist and after visiting her, I understood why. She took the time to patiently explain every step of the process, answer my questions and concerns and ensure that I am comfortable with the treatment plan. Her kind and comforting demeanor put me at ease about getting bone graft treatment. Her office staff are also equally warm and friendly and they greet and take care of you with such professionalism. Dr Garper's chairside manner was exceptional, consistently checking on my comfort and explaining each step of the process and after the procedure, she genuinely cared and followed up to ensure I'm on the road to recovery with no issues. What sets her apart is her kind demeanor, genuine care and dedication to her patients, her attention to every detail and her commitment to excellence. She is truly a gem! read more

I have seen Dr. Gasper over the past three years for both perio maintenance and perio oral surgery and she and her staff continue to be outstanding professionals on every occasion. Regarding my surgery - Dr. Gasper followed up with me within several days and then stayed in communication for any and all questions that I had. I really appreciated that. I would recommend Dr. Gasper's office to anyone needing an expert periodontist. read more

I was referred to Dr. Christina Gaspar for some dental work on my gums. I was greeted by a supportive staff throughout all my visits. Dr. Gaspar's time and commitment to the best service while in her office is an obvious fact to recognize. I became more relaxed with her calming demeanor, service explanation and care throughout the time during the dental surgery. The background music also was to my liking and had a positive affect on my overall experience. Thank you Dr. Gaspar for your attention to service detail. read more

Dr. Gasper is an amazing surgeon and also a very nice person. I had a great recovery and she was very nice about answering my questions via text or phone when they popped up. I couldn't be happier with the results of my surgery. Everyone who works in the office is friendly and helpful too. I would 100% recommend Dr. Gasper. read more

Over the past couple of years, I've had three gum grafts expertly performed by Dr. Gasper. I highly recommend her if you're looking for a periodontist. She explained all procedures very well, and she is confident, professional, and empathetic during the surgery (she gave me a few warnings about potential pain [like, "this might sting a little" when administering an anaesthetic], but I didn't really experience any discomfort). I greatly appreciated Dr. Gasper's follow-up after the surgery to see how I was doing. Her staff (front desk and surgery assistants) are personable and professional. Dr. Gasper herself is very friendly. Her office itself is quite nice--cool pictures and a view of the Bay! Periodontal surgery is not my idea of fun, but given the circumstances, I had a great experience all around. read more

Dr. Christina Gasper is the consummate periodontal professional. Doctor administers kind, supportive, caring service. I find it a pleasure to visit her office, even when dental surgery awaits me. She recently extracted a large molar, only using Novacaine, that went so smoothly that I did not need the pain meds she prescribed. Doctor personally called me after the procedure to check on my well being. I absolutely had no post operative pain. In fact, I had such little discomfort, I forgot I was supposed to be eating only soft foods for a few weeks. The doctor's same pleasant and gentle manner is demonstrated by her highly professional staff. They absolutely attend to every detail to insure the patient has a positive experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this office to anyone in need of periodontal treatment. read more

I am British so Dr. Gasper had quite a challenge w/ my teeth & gums! She explained all my options and I never felt I was being pushed into any unnecessary, expensive options as I had with other dental practitioners in SF. I was nervous about some of the extensive gum work required, but I need not have worried as the whole procedure was painless and successful. Her follow up was also impressive - very professional and reassuring - calling in to check that I was feeling ok after the surgery. If you're looking for a periodontist, I would highly recommend Dr. Gasper. A consultation is free and she will explain all your options. The front desk staff are also very helpful and friendly. read more

Dr. Gasper and her team of staff was incredible. I mean really really incredible. She operated on me not one but two implants at same time. My experience from pre-op to operation to post-op was the best dental surgery experience I have had. And I have had a lot of dental work done over the years due to grinding my teeth. Her calmness, approach and delivery minimized the anxiety you would typically experience during an operation. I highly recommend Dr. Gasper! read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Gasper since 2012, and I trust no one else with my periodontal care. She has now done a gum graft and 6 implants (yes I have bad teeth) but she has made these procedures as painless as possible, explains everything in great detail, and does amazing work. I drive all the way from Santa Clara to see her and would not consider going to anyone else. You don't find many medical professionals like her, she genuinely cares about her patients and it shows. The staff is great too! Most people dread going to see a periodontist and that dread will definitely be lifted when you enter their office. You could not ask for a more friendly and professional group of people. read more

Though unlucky enough to need 2 periodontal surgeries, I was extremely lucky to find this practice! My second surgery was late last year with Dr. Gasper. I continue to visit for follow-ups and bi-annual cleanings and have recommended Dr. Gasper to several friends who are in search of a periodontist. The office staff is wonderful. They are timely, considerate, and awesome communicators. In addition to walking me through various financing options and dealing with insurance, they were great about ensuring that I understood pre- and post-operative care and that all of my questions were addressed. Dr. Gasper had a short window of time to come up to speed on my case going into the second surgery as the practice had just changed hands. She was amazing! She fit me into the schedule so we had the opportunity to meet and get to know each other and we were able to talk through my surgery so I knew exactly what to expect. The surgery itself could not have gone better. She was extremely gentle and her attention to the aesthetics was very much appreciated. She also personally kept in touch with me during the week following the surgery to make sure my recovery was going well. She made a generally unpleasant experience as easy as could be! Four months post-surgery and I couldn't be happier with the results. read more

If you're reading this review, you may be in the same position I was a few weeks ago, having been told your dentist that you need the services of a periodontist and now you're reading reviews trying to decide which one. In my case, I had broken a tooth and my dentist, the incomparable Dr. Sima Salami, let me know that due to the way the tooth had broken, I would first need to have something called crown lengthening done before she could restore it with a crown. Of course, being the major dental phobe that I am, I was hardly thrilled. While I was provided with a referral to Dr. Christina Gasper, like you, I also did a lot of homework before making a final decision. Having now completed the procedure, I can enthusiastically say that I could not be happier with my decision to have Dr. Gasper perform the surgery for me. As others have mentioned, Dr. Gasper and her staff are warm, professional and will set even the most anxious person at ease. During my initial consult, she did a full exam and explained all of her findings to me. She also explained what she would be doing to prepare my tooth for a crown and made sure to address all questions/concerns that I had. The crown lengthening procedure itself went incredibly smoothly. Dr. Gasper is amazingly skilled and has an incredibly light touch. She was extremely gentle throughout the procedure, explained what was happening along the way and before I knew it, she was done. Before I left, I was given detailed instructions on how to care for my mouth post-surgery as well as Dr. Gasper's email and cell phone number in case I had any issues or questions. She even called me a couple days later to check-in and make sure I was doing alright. While I hope to not need her services again, I would happily come back if I do and highly recommend Dr. Gasper to anyone needing a periodontal surgery. The quality of care and level of service you receive from Dr. Gasper and her team are top notch! read more

My path of finding Dr Gasper started by my asking a CEO friend, who is the best evaluator of talent and quality that I know. I needed help with a broken front tooth. Due to its location, the work needed to be perfect both mechanically and aesthetically. I couldn't be happier with both the quality of the final work and my experience as a patient of Dr. Gasper's, every step of the way. Dr. Gasper is that rare breed of doctors that gets 5 stars on every important dimension: top-notch education, extremely skilled in both the mechanics and the aesthetics of surgery, impeccable quality of work due to meticulous attention to the smallest of details, high integrity in advocating for the patient's best interest rather than her own, thoughtful and kind interaction that calms the patients nerves, loving pain management to absolutely minimize any discomfort in the procedure, etc, etc. This kind, thoughtful, and impeccably professional attitude permeates throughout her support staff, so you feel you're in great hands the moment you walk in. If you're looking for the absolute best in her profession in San Francisco, you've found the right person with Dr. Gasper. read more

I was referred to Dr Gasper by my Dentist to get evaluated for receding gums. Dr Gasper performed a complete and through oral exam for what I consider a reasonable charge. Her examination reveled a few places that needed treatment. She was not an aggressive salesperson, she explained the process and gave timelines for worsening conditions if I choose to wait too long. I felt very well informed of the consequences of not getting treatment. And I did not feel like I was rushed at all. I think I was more of the "right now" person in getting treatment. Dr Gasper performed the procedure with little to no discomfort. Dr Gasper as many have mentioned is an amazing surgeon, caring, friendly and very knowledgeable of dental care. I am extremely happy with the results of my procedure. I would recommend Dr Gasper to anyone. read more

Dr. Christina Gasper is an outstanding medical professional. She's someone you can completely trust. Recently, my dentist referred me to a local periodontist in Southern California because I was experiencing pain in one of my back molars. The periodontist reviewed the x-rays and informed me there was bone deterioration below the gum that would require a graft and there was a strong possibility I would lose the tooth if I didn't act quickly. I didn't know this person and I felt the diagnosis sounded extreme so I decided to get a second opinion. The last thing I wanted was to endure was an expensive and painful surgery, especially if it was unnecessary! I had plans to travel to SF for business the following week so I contacted Dr. Gasper and shared my concern. She was already completely booked, but she still went out of her way to accommodate my schedule and find an opening for me. Lucky for me! I met with Dr. Gasper and she determined surgery was unnecessary. It turns out the bone loss was minimal and all I needed was a deep cleaning so the affected area could heal on its own. I'm so thankful for Dr. Gasper. It's reassuring to find a doctor who takes a conservative and thoughtful approach by putting her patients' interests first. I couldn't recommend Dr. Christina Gasper more strongly. read more

I just finished up having my tooth extracted by Dr. Gasper. It was a baby tooth that had never fallen out because there was no adult tooth underneath it. After 40+ years, it needed to come out and I was refer to Dr. Gasper. It was one of the best experiences I've had with dental care. Her staff was super professional and had me prepared ahead of time. Prescriptions were sent to my pharmacy with clear instructions ahead of my procedure. The office itself is beautiful and very calming. Most importantly, the procedure was very smooth and painless. Even the numbing caused no discomfort. Dr. Gasper clearly knows what she is doing and has extraordinary skills. She also guided me every step, telling me what was happening and what I was supposed to feel as well as what I shouldn't be feeling. I was able to relax in the whole thing was over in no time. She gave me very clear instructions going home as well as the ability to communicate with her during the postoperative follow up. I highly recommend this practice to anyone needing periodontal care. read more

I fully agree with other writers. Dr. Gasper is wonderful. She takes all the time needed. The only pain is to your pocket book. However, let us remember that you ate the wrong foods, and forgot to clean your teeth properly. But Dr. Gasper will teach you! At this point, please remember that bad food habits transfers to bad gums, and causes your teeth to get sick. Your regular doctor finds that so many people have bad food habits that they don't bother to explain that inflammation and acid problems in your stomach transfers into sickness around your gums and rotting teeth. Maud read more

I'm man enough to say that I'm terrified of Dentists. Yep, absolutely horrified by those archaic tools, probes and that needle. OMG! I've had some pretty painful dental procedures including oral surgery to place a bracket for my braces under my gums and yank a tooth into place over the course of 2 1/2 years. Yeah that sucked a lot. A couple months ago I had my first root canal, and here's the best part, it was a healthy tooth, it was the last molar on my bottom row. The tooth was healthy damn it. Yet it had cracked and I had this horrid metallic taste in my mouth because of a filling that split too. The only way to save it was to root canal it and fill it in. ugh. The root canal left the tooth short, very short, too short for a crown. I went to see Dr. Gasper for a crown lengthening procedure. For those of you that may be wondering, this is where they remove part of your gum line and in some cases, a little bit of jaw bone, smooth it out, to expose more tooth so there's more structure for the crown to sit on. The plate of tools for this procedure looks as if it was borrowed from a Spanish inquisition torture chamber. I won't kid you, it was far from a pleasant procedure. There's scalpels, you're awake and lots of shots of Novocain. However, I don't think I'd want to have it done with anyone else other than Dr. Gasper if I ever have to go through it again. Dr. Gasper is a highly trained Periodontist that specializes in these kinds of procedures and implants. The whole experience from intake to her explaining what to expect, and the actual work, went faster and smoother than I originally anticipated. I healed faster than expected, the discomfort didn't last quite as long as predicted and I now have an awesome gold molar. No I'm not planning on getting a grill, it just happens to be the best material for your mouth and is closest to your natural enamel. read more

This fall 2021, finally had gum graft surgery on 3 teeth. The surgery went well. Gums are healed and visibly healthy 10 weeks later. Dr Gasper is a talented and compassionate surgeon. Highly recommend. read more

I wish I could come to Doctor Gasper exclusively for all dental matters as she is the best dental professional that I've ever seen (and I've gone through many). Not only has she provided impeccable and professional periodontal treatments, she also made my fear of dentist visits go away. Having had really bad experiences with many dentists back in Germany (painful bleedy procedures with lots of post-op pain), I was terrified when I first came into Doctor Gasper's office. However, from the first moment, her and her friendly staff has made me feel comfortable and did so well taking away my anxiety. Throughout a treatment period of close to a year, including a dental extraction, bone augmentations, placement of two dental implants, and all the follow-up visits, I have experienced first-hand the diligence and quality with which Doctor Gasper operates. In addition, being her kind and approachable self, she has made me feel comfortable even during the scariest procedures. I cannot thank her enough for getting me through the procedures without any major hiccups, and I strongly believe it to be due to her deep expertise and knowledge built throughout her long tenure. Also, for post-procedure, she would provide her personal cell-number and personally call in the next day to check-in. When I texted her about post-op pain on a Saturday, she responded promptly. She even responded to an urgent appointment request I sent her office over the weekend and personally shifted schedules to accommodate my earliest availability. I cannot recommend Doctor Gasper and her office enough. I have already referred colleagues to her office, all of which shared equally excellent experiences. As my treatments are coming to an end, I will definitely come back to Doctor Gasper in the future when in need. read more

Skip this practice if you're looking for a fair dentist who has your best interest and well-being at heart. Regardless of her opinion on my condition, her communication was poor, lacked empathy and induced fear. She contradicted my two previous dentists' diagnostics and treatments whom I have seen for the last 16 years without even be bothered to talk to them or look at my files, which I offered to send her. read more

Dr. Gasper is an excellent periodontist who helped me treat and prevent some worsening issues with my gums but I specifically want to call out the above and beyond service provided by the office manager, Alma. When my insurance refused to reimburse me for the medically required treatment I received from Dr. Gasper, Alma went out of her way to follow up with them several times to ensure they took the claim seriously and prompted them to compensate me -- without me even asking! I'm impressed and grateful for the level of care I have received from all the people at this office and highly recommend! read more

I consulted Dr. Panaite about my gum recession at the recommendation of my dentist and am so glad I did. Dr. Panaite is THE best. I wish she specialized in every type of dentistry. Hell, I wish she was a doctor and could always take care of me. I'd be the healthiest person around. As suspected, Dr. Panaite confirmed that several of my gums had unusually large amounts of recession, and that I needed gum replacement to prevent additional bone loss. It was an expensive procedure ($1600 per gum), but Dr. Panaite was worth the price. Not only is she one of the genuinely nicest people I have ever met, you can tell she really cares about her work, cares about her patients, and is extremely talented. That attitude extends to her staff as well - every person there was attentive, helpful, and incredibly welcoming. I always felt like I was meeting family every time I walked through the doors of the office. When you're undergoing invasive mouth surgery, it's an invaluable feeling to have. As for the actual surgery, everything went as smoothly as one could hope. Panaite and her staff prepped me sufficiently, gave me plenty of drugs, made sure I was comfortable during the procedure, and scheduled quite a few follow-up appointments to make sure everything healed as it should. It's now been three months since my procedure and my gums are looking almost completely healed! I know I'll have to have more gum surgeries in my near future, and as much as I'm not looking forward the natural discomfort of the healing process, I feel 159% better knowing that my mouth will be in Dr. Panaite's hands. read more

I cannot not fully describe the excellent care that I found at Dr. Panaite's office. She is respectful, performs excellent work while carefully explaining what she is doing to the patient, and makes you feel comfortable while in her office and during post-op care. Her office staff was friendly, and worked with me to schedule appointments at convenient times. Dr. Panaite was recommended highly by my dentist after a traumatic bike accident resulting in severe injuries to the front teeth and outer jaw bone. I needed emergency work to treat infection and repair the shattered teeth. I had never had any serious dental work done before and this was my first experience with a traumatic injury. Dr. Panaite is the ideal periodontist. She carefully explained all my options multiple times to myself and my mother who accompanied me. I never felt rushed or pressured. She answered my questions clearly. After experiencing trauma, nothing is more comforting than knowing that you have a doctor that will go out of her way to make you feel confident and comfortable in the care you receive. Procedures of this nature can be overwhelming and confusing, and having a doctor like Dr. Panaite to guide one through it and make sure the patient is well-informed is critical. Her and her assistant Holly were efficient, and the procedure was done quickly and smoothly. They provide everything in their office to make you feel comfortable during a procedure - right down to a blanket in case you are feeling cold. Dr. Panaite called to follow-up with me personally several times. She provided clear instructions for post-op care and made herself available if I had any questions about further treatment. Her extraordinary efforts to help a patient to recover go well beyond the normal call of duty. I sincerely hope that anyone in need of an oral surgeon may find his or her way to her. read more

Great service. Great result! I am very happy about the result of my deep cleaning. I was able to reduce my pocket depth significantly. Would highly recommend. read more

If I could give Dr. P twenty million stars, I would. She has literally saved my mess of a mouth. After visiting 3 other oral surgeons, I walked into Dr. P's office not knowing what to expect and after speaking with her for 10 minutes, I knew she was the winner. Not only was she extremely comforting and sweet, but she was also the most knowledgable doctor I spoke to. She truly invested in me as a patient, which is why I believed that she was a doctor worth investing in. She just placed an implant for me last month and everything went perfectly. People usually take 1 week+ to heal, and I was back in the office the following day with such little pain I couldn't even believe that I got surgery the day before. She explained every detail of the procedure in advance to make sure that I understood what EXACTLY was going to be done. From the technology that she uses to the medical results she expects, everything is articulated to ensure no surprises whatsoever. She gives you ALL options so that you can make a decision best for you. Not only am I dealing with an implant on one side of my mouth, but also a Maryland bridge on the other side of my mouth (I wasn't able to get an implant there because I didn't have enough space between my roots). She set me up with an orthodontist that can fix it with Invisalign so I don't have to get braces (as a mid twenty year old). She will eventually place a permanent implant there too. She is the only oral surgeon/ periodontist I would ever trust moving forward! Thank you a million times, Dr. P! read more

If only I had searched periodontists on yelp years ago when I was first told that I needed gum surgery. Dr. Panaite is the the professional I was hoping for, and it looks like everyone here has had similarly amazing experiences with her. My initial appointment stretched into 3 hours - she was thorough in the assessment, examination and communication of what's happening, what there is to find out in joint treatment with a TMJ dentist, and what I can do to improve my gum and jaw health. I have a surgery on Nov 18th and I find myself excited for it instead of dreading it as I had done for years. I feel very connected to and supported by Dr. Panaite and the staff- they welcome all my questions and resolve them quickly. read more

Dr. Gasper is a wonderful periodontist. I will not go anywhere else. A couple weeks ago I had major work done (i.e., tooth extraction and bone graft) in prep for dental implant surgery. I was extremely nervous going into the procedure but as soon as I sat in the chair, Dr. Gasper and team made me feel comfortable and the surgery was painless. Afterwards, I only needed Advil and everything healed nicely. In a few months, I will go back to start my implant procedure and I am totally at ease. Dr. Gasper is very gentle & caring and always does a follow up call the day after the procedure. I highly recommend you coming here for gum treatment, dental impacts and any other periodontist needs. She's the BEST! read more