Top 10 Periodontist in Waukesha Wisconsin

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

Reviewed August 2, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 20261 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank

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  • Sunset Dental Care is the strongest overall starting point in Waukesha if you want a dependable option for dental implants.

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Periodontist Costs in Waukesha, Wisconsin (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 Waukesha, Wisconsin 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 Waukesha Proper

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81Smyleee

W247 S3114, South Prairie Avenue, Waukesha, Wisconsin

Closed · Opens today at 8 AM

Periodontics sits alongside Gum Disease Treatment and Periodontal Surgery on this Waukesha clinic's documented service list.

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Sunset Dental Care operates on South Prairie Avenue in Waukesha, Wisconsin. 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 Sunset Dental Care are on this page, along with the full list of services offered — reach out to ask about scheduling.

Services:PeriodonticsGum Disease TreatmentPeriodontal CarePeriodontal Surgery+21 more
Offers Periodontics4.9★ · 385 reviews
Why this ranks
Best forPeriodontics
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Periodontics, 4.9★ Google rating across 385 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 81/100.
Stands outOffers Periodontics · 4.9★ · 385 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic websitePrice range published25 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Aug 7, 2026

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Periodontics
1Sunset Dental Care814.9(385)

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

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EditorialUpdated August 2, 2026Independently reviewed

Waukesha 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 Waukesha metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in Waukesha, Wisconsin 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 Waukesha, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud MallickBDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In Waukesha, 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 Waukesha typically ranges $1,500 – $3,500 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
A crown lengthening in Waukesha 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 Waukesha typically ranges $200 – $400 (August 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks Waukesha 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 Waukesha 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 Wisconsin 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 Waukesha 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.

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  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 2, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • 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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