As a general dentist, I have been referring patients to Dr. Iman Madi and Dr. Giuseppe Carvelli for a wide range of periodontal and surgical procedures, including dental implants, gum grafting, sinus lifts, and more. Over the years, I have consistently seen outstanding clinical results. My patients have always returned with positive feedback about both their treatment and their overall experience. Recently, my own mother needed dental implants and a sinus lift, and without hesitation, I entrusted her care to Dr. Madi and his team. Experiencing the practice from a family member's perspective gave me an even greater appreciation for the exceptional level of care they provide. From the moment we walked into the office, the front desk staff greeted us with warm smiles, kindness, and professionalism. My mother immediately felt at ease and said that any anxiety she had disappeared because of how welcoming and compassionate everyone was. The clinical team was equally impressive. They carefully reviewed the procedure with her, answered all of her questions, and made sure she felt comfortable before starting IV sedation. The sedation experience was seamless, and she remembers very little of the procedure itself--which is exactly what you hope for. Her recovery has been smooth, and she had an excellent overall experience. After the procedure, the staff thoroughly reviewed the post-operative instructions with both of us, ensuring we understood what to expect and how to achieve the best possible healing. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine care for their patients were evident every step of the way. As a dentist, I have a strong understanding of what quality dental care should look like. As the son of a patient, I also experienced firsthand what it feels like to trust someone with a loved one's care. SoCal Perio exceeded my expectations in every way. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Madi, Dr. Carvelli, and the entire team to anyone seeking periodontal or implant treatment. They provide truly outstanding care. Dr. Kianpour read more

It can be difficult to find an excellent dentist, and even harder to find one who combines exceptional professional skill with genuine concern for his patients. After multiple visits with Dr. Caplanis, including appointments before and after extractions for both my wife and daughter, we have consistently seen that he possesses both qualities. Dr. Caplanis is highly skilled, thorough, and attentive. Just as importantly, his care for his patients is genuine. He takes the time to communicate, answer questions, and make sure his patients are doing well throughout the entire process, including on the day of the procedure and afterward. We are sincerely grateful for the excellent care he has provided our family and would recommend him without hesitation. read more

I was referred by Panrod Dental because they believed I had periodontal disease in October 2025. However, SoCal Perio Implants isn't very transparent about how they charge new patients, or everyone there was just clueless? During my first visit for consultation, their team told me they'd only charge $99 of CT scan for this visit since I was referred by Panrod. I agreed, and after they checked my CT scan, Dr. Giuseppe Carvelli essentially told me it's better to redo my old implant in order to fix the problem; however, their billing team couldn't give me a quote before I walked out from their office that day. Anyways, I got their email next day. SoCal Perio quoted me $8000+ to redo my implant. I then called them back to ask for detailed explanations simply because the email I received did not seem very organized. They wanted me to revisit the office to discuss further. Meanwhile I decided to check with a different dental office for a second opinion, and WOW, the new dentist told me my old implant was just fine. Turned out there's no gum disease at all and I do not need to replace my old implant. All I needed was a new crown. They quoted me right away. It costs $1000 top. I still visited SoCal Perio the for second time and hoped to discuss with Dr. Giuseppe Carvelli. I did not get to see him, so I talked to his assistant to find out if there's a possibility of a different treatment plan? The assistant immediately asked me if it's about money? He said someone from their billing team can help me - maybe offering me a generous discount or something if I can't afford it. I said I'd still like to discuss with a dentist instead of a billing team member. Unfortunately none of the dentists there was available to talk to me, so I left and went with a different dental office to fix my tooth and it cost $900 to get a new crown. Crisis solved. Fast forward 6 months later, I got an email from Socal Perio Implants saying I owe them $304 - it did not have a breakdown or any details. It said "carry-over balance" instead. For some reasons their emails are always very confusing and unclear. I called them to find out more, and Jenny from their front desk said she'd email me a copy of the detailed receipt right away. Even so, I got a blank email with only her business card attached. I had to call again for the file. And that one visit was $99 for the CT scan + $205 limited oral evaluation. No one from SoCal Perio office ever talked about the $205 evaluation fee. I wish they could be more honest about it beforehand. Anyways, basically they charge $300 for a simple consultation. You get to talk to the dentist for 10 mins and they try real hard to sell treatments that you don't necessarily need. It's really sad to find out this is how they run their business. Think twice before you visit SoCal Perio Implants. read more

While I've had a procedure and seen Dr. Madi before, this was my first experience having a procedure at their San Clemente office. I've been dreading this procedure for about 2 years. I tried all the different types of tooth paste, rinses, and gum to reverse the issue, but as Dr. Madi predicted, my bone loss and gum issues did not improve. Today was finally the day. I first want to shout out Bri at the front desk. She was absolutely lovely from the minute I met her. She was always kind and even the day before assisted with answering (or finding the answer) to a slew of questions I had as my anxiety started to raise. For the procedure, Feda and Mariann were the assistants and they were wonderful. They were both very calming and understood my anxiety. Feda especially made sure I had a blanket and explained everything I asked her about. And, of course, Dr. Madi...he is wonderful. He has great 'bedside manner' but is also fully a professional and very skilled in his work. I've always trusted him and know he is a top tier surgeon and periodontist. He also teaches to students too, which shows that he's always keeping up on the latest and greatest technologies. Happy I found SoCal Perio Implants and especially Dr. Madi. One thing that would have added complete excellence would have been a post surgery call to check in, but otherwise everything was great. read more

I have had the misfortune of having teeth that easily crack. But I found Dr. Caplanis at Socal Perio Implants and feel it is important to share my experience with this business. This review is long overdue as I have been a patient of Dr. Caplanis' for over 10 years. I am a big chicken when it comes to dental procedures but I have to say that Dr. Caplanis and all of his staff have shown me so much kindness and comfort that calm my fears of the most extreme dental procedures. Over the last twelve years, I have had three root canals fail due to their age and a cracked tooth that all had to be extracted. After consulting with Dr. Caplanis about my options, I decided in each case to get an implant. The first one I did under sedation and the rest I did with local anesthesia. For me to not have to use sedation is a big testament to the skill and comfort that Dr. Caplanis and his staff provide. I highly recommend that if you need oral surgery or periodontal services please do yourself a favor and get a consultation from Dr. Caplanis. read more

Socal Perio Implants - Periodontists Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

Definitely loved this office and recommend to all in the area. The doctors are amazing and they take the time to listen to you and really take care of your needs. read more

Not sure how anyone can give this place less than 5 stars. I recently had gum grafting with Dr Madi, was a little nervous but he and his staff made me feel extremely comfortable. The surgery was very comfortable with no pain during, very little discomfort after, I did have swelling but nothing out of the usual. Dr Madi is a wonderful Dr, from his consultation to the surgery day he extremely professional and answered every single question from A-Z. I would recommend him 100000x over again. Thank you Dr Madi for a great experience with my gum grafting!! read more

Integrity counts!!! I came to this office to get a third opinion on a gum grafting procedure. First office said I should graft four teeth, second office said to do 6 teeth. The next time I saw a hygienist who previously worked with a periodontist she said don't do it at all! I was so lost and didn't know who to trust so I went to Dr. Caplanis for a third opinion. I told him that I would not get a procedure done by him as I already had two opinions but was just looking for a third due to what the hygienist said. He explained that he is board certified and couldn't in good conscience recommend that I do ANY grafting. He explained exactly what the hygienist had said - as long as I continue to keep my teeth super clean, my teeth and bone and gums would be fine. This saved me about $2k and two weeks of pain. If I need a periodontist in the future, Dr. Caplanis will have my business! read more

I had another pleasant visit with Dr. Iman Madi. Dr. Madi and his staff are kind, knowledgable, and very Proficient team. The office is super clean, with zero wait time. They are great at following up by sending a personal reminder and going out of their way if I need to make any changes to my appointment. It's great to have Dr. Madi in our community to help us with our periodontics needs. Happy holidays to you all. read more

Dr. Caplanis and his entire team are comforting, knowledgeable, and incredible at their work. Unfortunately, my general dentist missed following up on a tooth that had internal resorption. The tooth needed to be extracted and my choices were to have a hole in my smile or an implant. After many interviews with different periodontists, I found Dr. Caplanis. He listened to my story, explained how he could help and gave multiple suggestions of different techniques that could be done. He answered all of my questions in detail. He was never rushed and took time with me to make sure I understood what was going to happen. In the end, I have a beautiful smile again with an implant. I am incredibly thankful for Dr. Caplanis and his expertise. read more

Socal Perio Implants - Periodontists Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

The very best care the very best employees Debbie Leah Ashley Mary Anne adella Eric the preppy n handsome and if my angel DR CAPLANIS ... looove this office clean! They got me in immediately handled everything no wait time and I was even going to be late and they said just come on in here girl if you're looking for the perfect periodontist go nowhere else! read more

I had the luck to be referred to Dr Caplanis when I was loosing a tooth and required an implant. This was 2018. Ive had to see him over the years and after every appointment Iam so grateful to have been referred there. The entire office is amazing,friendly and accommodating. I have had other Dentist tell me if they ever need an Implant Dr Caplanis would be their first choice. I couldn't be more grateful and honored to be treated by such an expert,warm and welcoming Dentist. read more

I visited this office and was so pleased with the warm welcome from the front desk staff ! Dr. Madi & his assistant were very personable and had exceptional bedside manners ! I am excited to receive care in the near future, from a professional staff! read more

Dr Madi and his staff provided me with great service and a perfect gum surgery. I was referred by my Dentist to Dr Madi. From the very first appointment, he was friendly and made me feel very at ease. 4 appointments later, I am a happy customer and highly recommend Dr Madi and SoCal Perio Implants. read more

3 stars due to high costs of this office and how little breakdown I was given on what charges were and why it was so high. I went in for a consolation for my receding gums, and initially knew I needed about 2-3 surgeries. However during my visit I was told I needed bone grafting surgery as well on top of gum grafting. So total now I was looking at 4-5 surgeries, and I was told it would take me a year with recovery and surgery to get everything done. I don't know if it's because I went in alone without my parents, but I am a college student and $20,00 for gum and bone grafting seemed way beyond unrealistic for me- I don't pay that much for my schooling! Again I don't know if this offices prices are higher than usual, but I went somewhere else and got a consultation and was told bone grafting long term wouldn't be good for my case.. and the prices were remarkably lower for my gum grafting at only $5,500 quote. Don't get me wrong the doctors were super nice and attentive, but some more details into why I was quoted $20,000 would have been helpful. read more

Amazing group and Dr Caplanis is knowledgeable and great at explaining everything. Very wonderful office all the way around. The periodontist office you want to go to! read more

Avoid this business. Dr Madi is unfit to be a periodontist. I was referred to him for a problem with an implant. He told me I didn't know how to floss. I saw him twice over a period of 2 months. He did nothing...Stating he was conservative and didn't believe in antibiotics. When I would call his office telling them I was In extreme pain I would never hear back. Now he is lying about offering me a treatment plan that I turned down. That never happened. How could he proffer a treatment plan when he never even took an X-ray! Avoid this so called periodontist. Save yourself from unnecessary suffering. His neglect cost me to lose the implant along with 2 teeth adjacent to the implant. The infection spread into my sinus cavity requiring surgery. I've since had a sinus lift and bone graft by a reputable oral surgeon. Dr Madi caused me a great deal of pain and suffering not to mention thousands and thousands of dollars all due to dr Madi's neglect and lack of proper care. read more

I have been coming to Dr. Caplanis for over five years. I first came here for gum disease that he repaired surgically. Since then, I come here twice a year for periodontal cleaning. Maria is awesome. Dr. C is awesome too. I highly recommend this office. Couldn't be more pleased with everyone that works here and the service. read more

Great experience! My appointment was on time, the Dr was super informative and the staff was super nice and friendly. If you need to see a periodontist, this is the place to go! read more

I did root canal surgery He did not know how to do anesthesia but he inject his middle more than 10 times you believe or not I was very anxious The cost of treasury was a over $5000 But my both teeth was infected after 2 month He might know already the surgery may not need my They said he is the professor of dental college I feels he have no real experience Please do not go him for treatment read more

Dr. Caplanis and Staff are Amazing! I was referred to his office by my General Dentist and even though he came highly recommended, I still did my research and checked his qualifications . His website is very thorough and after reading his impressive educational background with numerous achievements in Publications, Presentations and being highly active in the Dental Society as well as currently being President Elect of The California Society of Periodontics... all this just to name a few.... I can see why my dentist recommended him! Dr Caplanis is simply The Best of The Best! (And that's an understatement). Dr. Caplanis is very genuine and takes his time with his patients to provide the highest level of care. His committed staff is very professional, knowledgeable and caring! I would definitely recommend Dr. Caplanis as I trust him with my whole family and friends! read more

Definitely giving this business five stars. The staff is so attentive and everyone is so nice yet professional. Dr. Caplanis explained everything and asked if I had any questions. I walked in feeling nervous but felt very comfortable in the end. That's so important. read more

The staff is always so friendly and professional. Dr. Caplanis is not a good doctor, but a GREAT doctor. He is a straight shooter tells you exactly what needs to be told. I have had dental work done by him twice and very impressed not to mention his referral did great work on me. I now have more confidence in myself! Thank you . See you for my follow ups. read more

I called to make an appointment, but they were too busy to answer the phone, so I left a message as I was instructed to do. It's been a week and they never called me back. I was tempted to give them one star, but I chose two because they may be good dentists, you'll just never find out. read more

I love this office! Everyone is friendly and professional. Dr Caplanis has been taking care of my teeth for 20 years. After the initial implants Maria and Dr C have taken great care of my teeth and gums so no more implants! Office staff is so friendly and professional. No review would be complete without a shout out to Debbie! Thanks for all you do. read more

Outstanding work, great personnel, and dr. Madi was excellent. overall very pleased with my visit. Highly recommend.

Dr Caplanis is the best. My implant took 20 minutes or less, no pain, didnt even need ibuprofen the next day. Honestly was less trouble then a cleaning. read more

In the last few months, I have had two appointments with Dr. Kian Kar to discuss options for treating my gum recession. I have always had a very positive experience with Dr. Kar. He is thorough in his examinations and is very nice in explaining the options he recommends. I was referred to Dr. Kar by my dentist and I am very grateful for the referral. The office staff has always been professional and pleasant. Judy Field read more

I have been going to South County Periodontics for almost a year. The staff is very friendly and thorough. Dr. Caplanis explains the procedure in detail so you understand. The hygienist, I don't remember her name, is very nice and has a light touch when cleaning your teeth so it doesn't hurt as much. Very happy with their professionalism and service. read more

I have been a patient of Dr Caplanis for 13+ years. I can unequivocally that during each and every visit I am greeted by a welcoming staff, made to feel comfortable and I have received expert care and advice from Dr Caplanis. Chris Herald read more

This is a fantastic office from top to bottom . Dr Caplanis and his entire staff provides the best you can ask for ,! When you enter the office you feel completely welcomed and always get your appointment on time . The staff makes you feel like a friend and Dr Caplanis is the best implant Doctor you could ask for ! I have had three implants and was completely satisfied with little to no pain and that's important to any patient! Take it from me a retired Air Force Lt Colonel who has been around the world to numerous dental offices , this one is way and above any I have visited! You can trust this outstanding office to deliver the best possible customer service available .. Go ,and you won't be disappointed ! Gary Bain Lt Col USAF ret. read more

I started working with Dr. Caplanis and his team in 2006, when I had to have all of my teeth extracted, and a whole mouth implant process was started. The entire restoration took 2 years start to finish, and here we are 13 years later, and everything is in perfect shape. I visit the office 4 times a year for special cleanings, and I truly think that this was the best investment I have ever made. I have a beautiful smile, the teeth are in perfect shape, and as a sidelight, I also quit smoking. So pleased with the wonderful care, and followup throughout the years, and truly a pleasure to work with Dr. C and the whole team. Love these people.... read more

What to say other than my experience here was first class. From the front office to the highly skilled doctors and the back office team you will not be disappointed. I had an implant performed on a front tooth and never experienced even the slightest pain, and I was awake during the procedure. If I ever need this type of dental care again my first and only call will be to this office. And I live in Long Beach! read more

Dr. Caplanis is an outstanding periodontist. He is very friendly and personable. His knowledge and care are incredible. I had my tori removed already NG with a gum graft, and I experienced no pain which was great. His staff is kind and friendly and very accommodating. Best in his field! read more

I had a consult with a periodontist by the name of Caplanis today. He's the top guy in the dental office or so I have been told. Regardless, notice how I purposely did not address this person by "Dr. Caplanis" because he's not worthy of such a title by any stretch of the imagination. I think the experience I had in his office has left a sour taste in my mouth. I think I bruised his overly-inflated ego because I had the audacity and was brave enough to question some of the things he said about my teeth. There is no need for me to go into the details of the verbal exchange I had with this person. I certainly wouldn't want to bore any of you folks reading my review. What is most significant, however, from this encounter is that when I wanted clarification and requested for elaboration, as is reasonably expected from any prospective patient at a consultation for the very first time, he stated that I was being "argumentative". I in turn responded by telling him I was not impressed. Then, he abruptly walked away in the middle of the consult in the exam room like a petulant 5 year old child who became unhappy because her parents refused to give to her a lollipop right before dinner. Quite embarrassing and exceedingly childish and completely and utterly unacceptable and unprofessional. His staff was equally rude and ill-equipped in dealing with prospective patients in a courteous manner. I believe the name was Leah. Leah erroneously demanded that I signed certain paperwork (Hippa forms and insurance) before the consult could proceed. Of course I stood my ground and did not oblige to this totally improper demand. It was then that she rudely asked me to wait outside, apparently because I was not wearing a face covering, even though I indicated that I had already been vaccinated. I can understand for the cause of "safety" that precautions need to be taken to combat the coronavirus and to further combat the emergence of the delta variant as told and informed to the public by the influential and powerful, albeit false, liberal mainstream media, but there really comes a point in time for the sake of all Californians that this paranoia about Covid-19 ceases, shoudn't it? After all, how is this periodontist supposed to examine my teeth? With a face covering on? What is the point of my wearing a face covering and then subsequently opening my mouth for examination? By then, wouldn't I logically be exposing my germs to everyone in the office at the point of putting people working in the office at risk of contracting Covid? We must surely prevent all unnecessary risks, right? A little sarcasm here in the event this person does not have the mental capacity to understand my words. Needless to say, as much as I do not wish to evaluate any business in a negative manner, I have unfortunately been put in the position of having to do so regarding this business to alert others of my absolute awful and unpleasant experience. I am unable to give anything other than negative, negative stars if I were to be completely honest in my objective assessment of this dental office. Sometimes the truth really hurts but it must nevertheless be told. There was a review posted in 2016 by a lady named Debbie. Her description of this person's, periodontist, personality and temperament was spot on. I wholeheartedly agree with her assessment. He lacks maturity and sadly he thinks he knows so much, but definitely there are still so many things he can learn. He needs to tone down his overbearing, condescending attitude because it's not appreciated. To say that he seriously needs to work on his bedside manners is an understatement. My impression is that he does not like it when people question his perceived innate and incredible knowledge of dentistry. He has a problem if anyone challenges his mind or his intellect. It's like he doesn't want to take time to listen because heaven forbid, anything else anyone says is just plain wrong and beneath him, so there is no need for him to exert any effort to politely muster a reasonable and mature response. To be honest, I usually do not post reviews. In fact, 99% of the time I do not do so, period. But in this particular case, this person really had it coming. There is absolutely no way I would pay even a dime of my money to get any dental procedure done at this office. I am repulsed by this person and for very good reason. For all future and prospective patients, you have been warned in advance. For a consult, you do not have to sign anything. Do not allow them to force you to sign anything. Definitely, you can take your business elsewhere to teach this person a long, hard life lesson. Perhaps only then will he look at himself in the mirror and truly reflect on his own shortcomings. read more

Had my first perio cleaning at this office today with Maria and was very pleased with all aspects of my visit from beginning to end! Friendly staff in a nice office and my cleaning was both thorough and pain free. Will be back for maintenance and additional treatment. read more

I was referred to Dr. Madi by my dentist for a complicated implant under my sinus. Dr. Madi is truly a great Periodontist/implant surgeon. My procedure was performed without any complications and no side effects or infections. I highly recommend Dr. Madi and his professional staff at South County Periodontics. read more

This office encourages patients to post on YELP. I have been in this area now for two years and was referred to a great dentist by a neighbor, and the dentist then referred me to a periodontist in Mission Viejo for gum recession. (He did not take my plan, Delta Dental, but has he came recommended from my dentist, I though that would be a good place to start. I went to him (the periodontist, Dr. Caplanis) specifically for that (gum recession) and to stabilize my teeth. He told me that he would be able to do both successfully (lower front teeth). He did a graft from my palate. This is extremely painful surgery. When I returned to his office to have stitches removed (after two weeks) I could only see the assistant (even though he was speaking to someone in the next room. (He later told me that he doesn't see patients then.) After that, his office made an appointment for me to see my dentist, which I did. When the hygienist began to clean my teeth, she asked if surgery had been performed by Dr. Caplanis - that there was a clear recession in the same place as before. I then saw my dentist who couldn't tell immediately that anything had even been done, and said that this was not what was recommended. He also said he would call Dr. Caplanis to discuss this. I made an appointment for that afternoon and spoke to Dr. Caplanis that day. The 'interview'/'consultation' that followed resulted in the following: He said that I had misunderstood (and that if he were a 'betting man' he would bet that I had gotten it wrong') about the results and called what I wanted as aesthetics (he had said prior to the surgery that he was only going to work on my two lower front teeth so that the gum recession would be corrected - a fact that he denied in the office afterwards). He also spoke at length about his own research and about how he was an adjunct at multiple universities as well as published in many journals. All he could speak of was my 'misinterpretation'. I am still in pain and it's been over a month. He did not do what he promised, and now after more than a month, and he states that he never said he would correct my gum recession in the first place. I would not recommend him to anyone. I see, from the site, that there are others who have had a wonderful experience. I am pleased that they have - however, that was not my experience - and I still have the recession. He did offer to do other surgery (free of charge) to try to correct the recession - which was the goal for THIS surgery. Needless to say, I will not be doing that. Before him, I had a periodontist for over 20 years. I was hoping for greatness. My experience was instead, miserable. read more

This office is unbelievable! I took a friend for a consultation with Dr Madi and he was thorough, caring and professional. He took his time to assess the situation and explain the recommended treatment plan in detail. Everyone in the office was friendly and helpful but we especially appreciated Eric and Leyah. They are awesome! I hope I never need to see a periodontist but if I do, I know where I will go! read more

Everything was perfect! The dental hygienist was the best I've ever had and Dr. Madi is brilliant and personable!