Top 10 Periodontist in Sacramento California

Compare Sacramento-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 2, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rankNearby

Quick Answer

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We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Dentistry of East Sacramento is the strongest overall starting point in Sacramento if you want a dependable option for pediatric dentistry.
  • Natomas Crossing Dental Care has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • Greenhaven Pediatric Dentistry - Brenda Ho, DDS is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Quick Summary

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Periodontist Costs in Sacramento, California (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Periodontal consultation$100 – $300
Scaling & root planing (per quadrant)$200 – $400
Periodontal maintenance cleaning$150 – $300
Gum graft surgery$600 – $3,000
Pocket reduction surgery$500 – $3,000
Crown lengthening$800 – $3,000
Bone graft$500 – $3,000
Dental implant placement$1,500 – $3,500

Price ranges reflect typical Sacramento, California pricing as of 2026. Actual costs vary by provider, complexity, and insurance coverage. Contact clinics directly for personalized quotes.

Prices verified Aug 2, 2026

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Top Clinics in Sacramento Proper

Only clinics physically located in Sacramento appear in this primary ranking.

1

Dentistry of East Sacramento

5.0(324)·3.7 km from Sacramento Downtown
92Smyleee

1005, 39th Street, East Sacramento, Sacramento, California

Open until 4 PM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Sacramento; periodontics is implied by specialty rather than listed directly, with 21 services on file.

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Dentistry of East Sacramento is at 1005 39th Street in the East Sacramento neighbourhood — one of Sacramento's most established residential districts, characterised by tree-lined streets, craftsman bungalows, and proximity to McKinley Park, Curtis Park, and the American River Parkway. The East Sacramento community has a long-term residential character unusual in a city of Sacramento's scale, with multi-generational families, local business owners, and established households that value neighbourhood institutions with roots in the community.

Dental sealants for children are explicitly listed — the preventive fissure sealant application to first and second permanent molars that is one of the most evidence-supported caries prevention interventions in dentistry. Applied at ages six and twelve when the first and second permanent molars erupt, sealants significantly reduce decay risk in the deep pits and fissures of newly erupted molars. In a family practice serving East Sacramento's multi-generational households, sealant application at the time of molar eruption establishes the preventive pattern that reduces those teeth's restorative needs over a lifetime.

TMJ/TMD treatment is on the service list alongside sedation dentistry and oral cancer screening — clinical services that reflect a practice attentive to functional and systemic dental health beyond routine restorative care. TMJ assessment in a family general practice context covers the most common presentations: myofascial pain, bruxism-related wear patterns, and occlusal dysfunction contributing to headaches or jaw clicking. Sedation dentistry addresses the anxiety barrier that prevents a proportion of East Sacramento residents from maintaining regular preventive care.

Invisalign for adult orthodontic correction addresses the alignment demand in East Sacramento's professional and long-term residential demographic. Mouth guards for bruxism prevention or sports protection complete the preventive scope alongside sealants. Emergency dentistry handles acute presentations. Oral cancer screening provides annual surveillance through visual and tactile mucosal examination during recall appointments.

For East Sacramento patients on the 39th Street corridor who want a family dental practice with paediatric preventive care, TMJ assessment, oral cancer surveillance, and Invisalign capability in the established residential neighbourhood setting of East Sacramento, the 1005 39th Street address provides that combination.

Services:Periodontal CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic DentistryCrowns & Bridges+17 more
Smyleee 92/1005.0★ · 324 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 5.0★ Google rating across 324 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outSmyleee 92/100 · 5.0★ · 324 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published21 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 9, 2026
2

Midtown Dental

4.9(273)·2.4 km from Sacramento Downtown
94Smyleee

Suite 100, 2831, G Street, Marshall School, Sacramento, California

Open until 5 PM

Periodontics isn't listed directly on profile, but this Sacramento clinic is documented for pediatric dentistry across 25 services.

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Midtown Dental is at suite 100, 2831 G Street in Sacramento's Midtown neighbourhood — a location in the walkable urban grid of Midtown Sacramento where G Street runs through the restaurant, arts, and residential district between the downtown core and East Sacramento. Midtown Sacramento attracts a mix of younger professionals, creatives, state government employees from the nearby Capitol complex, and long-term Sacramento residents who value the neighbourhood's urban character.

Dental anaesthesia is listed as a specific service — a clinical capability beyond standard local anaesthetic and nitrous oxide. IV sedation at a Midtown Sacramento general practice allows complex procedures or patients with significant anxiety to be managed under deeper pharmacological management. For the Midtown professional demographic whose schedules make multi-appointment treatment courses difficult to complete, the ability to consolidate complex restorative work into one deeply sedated session can make treatment completion significantly more practical within the compressed workweek.

CAD/CAM dental restorations allow same-session crown fabrication from a digital scan. In a Midtown neighbourhood where appointment efficiency is valued, eliminating the temporary crown period and return visit changes the restorative experience. TMJ/TMD treatment and mouth guards are on the service list — in a Midtown practice serving a high-stress professional population, nocturnal bruxism and jaw dysfunction presentations are clinically common and align with the anaesthesia and sedation capabilities that make extended and complex appointments manageable.

Full mouth rehabilitation handles complex multi-unit treatment planning. Orthodontics including braces and Invisalign cover alignment correction — in the Midtown demographic, Invisalign demand for adult correction without visible braces is particularly consistent. Paediatric dentistry alongside adult services makes this a household dental option for Midtown families.

For Midtown Sacramento patients on the G Street corridor who want a general practice with dental anaesthesia capability, CAD/CAM same-session restorations, TMJ assessment, and full mouth rehabilitation in the walkable Midtown neighbourhood, the suite 100 address at 2831 G Street covers that clinical combination.

Services:Periodontal CareBracesCAD/CAM Dental RestorationsChildren / Pediatric Dentistry+21 more
Smyleee 94/1004.9★ · 273 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.9★ Google rating across 273 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 94/100.
Stands outSmyleee 94/100 · 4.9★ · 273 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published25 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
3

Greenhaven Pediatric Dentistry - Brenda Ho, DDS

4.9(607)·10.0 km from Sacramento Downtown
93Smyleee

Suite e, 905, Secret River Drive, Southwestern Sacramento, Sacramento, California

Open until 5 PM

Sacramento clinic with a pediatric dentistry specialty that covers periodontics by implication, across 10 documented services.

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Greenhaven Pediatric Dentistry is at suite E, 905 Secret River Drive in Sacramento's Greenhaven neighbourhood — an established residential community in southwestern Sacramento along the Sacramento River. Dr. Brenda Ho, DDS leads this dedicated paediatric dental practice, providing children's dental care for the Greenhaven and southwestern Sacramento communities.

A dedicated paediatric dental practice differs from a general practice offering children's dentistry in several specific ways. Paediatric dentists complete a two-year hospital-based residency after the DDS degree, training specifically in child developmental psychology, behaviour management, pulpotomies on primary teeth, space maintainers, and the management of children with medical complexity or special needs. The physical clinical environment at a paediatric practice — equipment scaled for small patients, appointment scheduling adjusted for paediatric attention spans, and support staff trained specifically in paediatric behaviour management — creates a different experience from adult-oriented general practice settings.

Dental sealants are listed as a core service — the preventive fissure sealant application to occlusal surfaces of first and second permanent molars that is among the most evidence-supported preventive interventions in paediatric dentistry. Applied at ages six and twelve when first and second molars erupt, sealants significantly reduce decay risk in the deep pits and fissures of newly erupted molars. A dedicated paediatric practice tracks sealant application as part of the systematic preventive care schedule for every eligible patient.

Sedation dentistry is available for children who cannot cooperate with conventional dental treatment due to young age, high anxiety, or medical factors. Tooth decay treatment, dental crowns for primary and permanent teeth, and root canal treatment cover the restorative range relevant to the paediatric population. Emergency dentistry handles acute presentations — dental trauma is more common in active children than in adult populations.

For Greenhaven, southwestern Sacramento, and Elk Grove-adjacent families whose children need a dedicated paediatric dental specialist, Dr. Brenda Ho's Secret River Drive address provides paediatric dental training, a child-specific clinical environment, and preventive care scheduling in the southwestern Sacramento community.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDental CleaningDental CrownsDental Sealants+6 more
Smyleee 93/1004.9★ · 607 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.9★ Google rating across 607 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outSmyleee 93/100 · 4.9★ · 607 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published10 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 12, 2026
4

Natomas Crossing Dental Care

4.8(2.4k)·7.4 km from Sacramento Downtown
92Smyleee

4190, Truxel Road, North Sacramento, Sacramento, California

Open until 5 PM

Pediatric Dentistry focus in Sacramento; periodontics is implied by specialty rather than listed directly, with 24 services on file.

More about periodontics at this clinic

Endodontics in-house alongside periodontal care, gum disease treatment, and sedation dentistry provides the treatment range that a comprehensive family practice needs.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentPeriodontal CareChildren / Pediatric DentistryCosmetic Dentistry+20 more
Smyleee 92/1004.8★ · 2.4k reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.8★ Google rating across 2,395 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 92/100.
Stands outSmyleee 92/100 · 4.8★ · 2.4k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published24 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 7, 2026
5

Dynamic Dental

4.9(281)·14 km from Sacramento Downtown
94Smyleee

220, 3336, Bradshaw Road, Sacramento, California

Open until 5 PM

Periodontics isn't listed directly on profile, but this Sacramento clinic is documented for orthodontics across 23 services.

More about periodontics at this clinic

Orthodontics including braces and Invisalign, oral surgery, periodontal care, and gum disease treatment round out the clinical scope.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentPeriodontal CareAffordable Dental CareBone Grafting+19 more
Smyleee 94/1004.9★ · 281 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.9★ Google rating across 281 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 94/100.
Stands outSmyleee 94/100 · 4.9★ · 281 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published23 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 9, 2026
6

Dentist Sacramento - Gateway Oaks Dental

4.7(157)·4.1 km from Sacramento Downtown
83Smyleee

9, 2550, West El Camino Avenue, North Sacramento, Sacramento, California

Open until 5:30 PM

Sacramento clinic with a dental implants specialty that covers periodontics by implication, across 19 documented services.

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Dentist Sacramento - Gateway Oaks Dental operates on West El Camino Avenue in the North Sacramento area of Sacramento, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

A crown covers an entire damaged tooth — used when too much structure is missing for a filling to hold reliably, whether from a large fracture, extensive decay, or after root canal treatment. It restores both the shape and the biting strength of the tooth underneath. Contact details for Dentist Sacramento - Gateway Oaks Dental are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentCosmetic DentistryDental BondingDental Bridges+15 more
4.7★ · 157 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.7★ Google rating across 157 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 83/100.
Stands out4.7★ · 157 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published19 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 8, 2026
8

Dr Garrett Pediatric Dentistry

4.8(144)·15 km from Sacramento Downtown
89Smyleee

180, 8241, Bruceville Road, Valley Hi / North Laguna, Sacramento, California

Open until 5 PM

Periodontics isn't listed directly on profile, but this Sacramento clinic is documented for pediatric dentistry across 4 services.

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Dr. Garrett Pediatric Dentistry is at suite 180, 8241 Bruceville Road in Sacramento's Valley Hi and North Laguna neighbourhood — a residential area in south Sacramento accessible from the Bruceville Road corridor connecting Valley Hi to the Elk Grove and South Sacramento communities. Dr. Garrett Lee, DDS operates as the solo paediatric dental practitioner at this address.

Dr. Garrett Lee completed two years of additional post-doctoral training in a hospital-based paediatric dental residency — the standard pathway to paediatric dentistry board certification. Hospital-based paediatric residencies train dentists in the full scope of paediatric dental care including care for medically compromised children, patients with physical or cognitive disabilities, and children who require general anaesthesia for dental procedures. The hospital setting provides clinical exposure to medically complex cases that office-based paediatric practice encounters less often, and the residency-trained perspective is evident in the practice's stated expertise in medically compromised and special needs paediatric patients.

Special needs dental care in a paediatric setting requires specific adaptations: behaviour management modifications for patients with autism spectrum disorders, communication adjustments for patients with language delays or hearing impairment, physical positioning accommodations for patients with mobility limitations, and pharmacological management for patients who cannot cooperate with standard chairside dental care. A paediatric dentist with hospital residency training in special needs care is significantly better prepared for these clinical presentations than a general dentist offering children's dentistry as part of a broader general practice.

As a solo practitioner, Dr. Garrett Lee provides care at a personal level that differs structurally from corporate paediatric group practices with multiple rotating providers. The child-specific clinical environment, appointment pacing, and the practitioner's direct knowledge of each patient's history and behaviour patterns across years of care reflect the clinical continuity that solo practice provides.

For Valley Hi, South Sacramento, and Elk Grove families whose children need a paediatric dental specialist — particularly those with medically compromised conditions, special needs, or children who have had difficulty with standard general practice dental care — Dr. Garrett's Bruceville Road address provides residency-trained paediatric care in the south Sacramento community.

Services:Children / Pediatric DentistryDental CrownsDental FillingsGeneral Dentistry
Smyleee 89/1004.8★ · 144 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPediatric Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.8★ Google rating across 144 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outSmyleee 89/100 · 4.8★ · 144 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026
10

Complete Comfort Dental Care

4.6(160)·12 km from Sacramento Downtown
80Smyleee

3, 2835, Eastern Avenue, Sacramento, California

Open until 4 PM

Orthodontics focus in Sacramento; periodontics is implied by specialty rather than listed directly, with 19 services on file.

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Complete Comfort Dental Care operates on Eastern Avenue in Sacramento, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

Traditional braces use brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into alignment, handling complex bite corrections and significant crowding more predictably than removable alternatives. Treatment commonly runs one to three years, with a retainer worn afterward to hold the result.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it. Contact details for Complete Comfort Dental Care are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentPeriodontal CareBracesCosmetic Dentistry+15 more
4.6★ · 160 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forOrthodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.6★ Google rating across 160 verified reviews.
Stands out4.6★ · 160 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published19 services listed
TradeoffPeriodontics is implied by specialty but not listed as a direct service
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

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7

Laguna West Dental Care

4.8(444)·17 km from Sacramento Downtown
85Smyleee

STE 8, 9098, Laguna Main Street, Laguna West-Lakeside, Elk Grove, California(nearby)

Open until 4 PM

Dental Implants focus in Elk Grove; periodontics is implied by specialty rather than listed directly, with 27 services on file — just outside Sacramento proper.

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Based on Laguna Main Street in the Laguna West-Lakeside area of Elk Grove, California, Laguna West Dental Care is a dental practice serving the area. A dental implant replaces a missing tooth at the root, not just the crown — a small titanium post is placed in the jaw bone and, once it has integrated over a period of months, a replacement tooth is attached to it. It is generally the most durable option for a single missing tooth or several.

Clear aligners straighten teeth through a series of custom, removable trays, each worn for one to two weeks before moving to the next in the sequence. They suit mild to moderate crowding and spacing well, and are worn roughly twenty to twenty-two hours a day for treatment to stay on schedule.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentBruxismCosmetic DentistryDental Bonding+23 more
Smyleee 85/1004.8★ · 444 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.8★ Google rating across 444 verified reviews and Smyleee Rating 85/100.
Stands outSmyleee 85/100 · 4.8★ · 444 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published27 services listed
TradeoffOutside Sacramento proper
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 1, 2026
9

Villa Vista Dental

4.6(304)·20 km from Sacramento Downtown
79Smyleee

Ste 101, 9640, Bruceville Road, Elk Grove, California(nearby)

Open until 5 PM

Elk Grove clinic with a dental implants specialty that covers periodontics by implication, across 26 documented services — just outside Sacramento proper.

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Villa Vista Dental provides dental care on Bruceville Road in Elk Grove, California. Implants are considered by many dentists the most durable way to replace a missing tooth, since the titanium post fuses with the jaw bone over several months and then supports a crown that functions much like a natural tooth. Enough healthy bone is the main prerequisite, and a graft can build that up first if needed.

A veneer is a thin custom shell bonded to the front of a tooth to change its shape, length, or colour, most often used to address chips, gaps, or discoloration that whitening alone cannot fix. Traditional veneers require a small amount of enamel to be removed, which makes the change permanent.

Cosmetic treatment is generally the least invasive branch of dentistry, built around changing how teeth look rather than fixing something broken. Whitening and bonding sit at the lighter end; veneers and reshaping involve more planning. Most cosmetic dental insurance excludes this kind of work, since it is elective rather than medically necessary.

Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, and allows the natural tooth to be kept rather than extracted. Its reputation for being painful is largely outdated — carried out under local anaesthetic, it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.

Emergency dental care covers sudden problems that will not wait for a routine appointment — severe pain, a knocked-out or fractured tooth, swelling, or a lost filling that leaves a tooth exposed. Same-day or urgent appointments are the point of an emergency service, rather than the standard multi-week booking window.

Wisdom teeth are removed when they are impacted, repeatedly infected, decayed, or damaging the tooth in front, since they arrive last and often into a jaw with no room left. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out — one that erupts cleanly and can be kept clean is often left alone. This page has the practice's contact details and full service list. Get in touch through it to ask questions or book a visit.

Services:Gum Disease TreatmentPeriodontal CareBone GraftingBruxism+22 more
4.6★ · 304 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forDental Implants
Why includedIncluded because this clinic 4.6★ Google rating across 304 verified reviews.
Stands out4.6★ · 304 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websiteInsurance acceptance documentedPrice range published26 services listed
TradeoffOutside Sacramento proper
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jul 1, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every periodontics provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Periodontics
1Dentistry of East Sacramento925.0(324)
2Midtown Dental944.9(273)
3Greenhaven Pediatric Dentistry - Brenda Ho, DDS934.9(607)
4Natomas Crossing Dental Care924.8(2,395)
5Dynamic Dental944.9(281)
6Dentist Sacramento - Gateway Oaks Dental834.7(157)
8Dr Garrett Pediatric Dentistry894.8(144)
10Complete Comfort Dental Care804.6(160)
7Laguna West Dental Care· Elk Grove854.8(444)
9Villa Vista Dental· Elk Grove794.6(304)

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

How to Choose a Dentist in Sacramento - California

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Sacramento has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had periodontist work done across the Sacramento metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Sacramento, California that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for periodontist in Sacramento, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Sacramento, a periodontal maintenance cleaning typically costs $150 – $300, based on Smyleee's August 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A dental implant placement in Sacramento typically ranges $1,500 – $3,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A crown lengthening in Sacramento typically ranges $800 – $3,000 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A scaling & root planing (per quadrant) in Sacramento typically ranges $200 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Sacramento periodontics clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in August 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers periodontics before booking.
Many clinics in Sacramento accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active California dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the Sacramento metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Periodontist expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: Not shown
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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