Dr. Horn received his doctorate of dental surgery from University of Southern California with honors, completed a postgraduate residency in hospital dentistry at Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Portland, OR, and completed his postgraduate training in periodontics at the Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Horn held a position at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, where he taught periodontal surgery. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and serves as a board member for the Berkeley Dental Society.
Dr. Hong received his doctorate of dental medicine from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed his postgraduate training in periodontics and received a masters degree in oral and craniofacial sciences at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Hong has lectured on various periodontal topics throughout California and has served as a board member of local dental societies. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Moody received her doctorate of dental surgery from University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. She completed a postgraduate residency program in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at University of California, Los Angeles and then worked as a general dentist. She completed her postgraduate training in periodontics at Louisiana State University (LSU), School of Dentistry. Dr. Moody held a teaching position at LSU while practicing periodontics and dental implants. Dr. Moody is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Maharathi was raised locally and received his A.B. from U.C. Berkeley. He received his doctorate of dental medicine from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and his periodontal training was completed at the Oregon Health and Science University. He is also a certified provider of periodontal endoscopy (definitive, non-surgical gum treatment). Dr. Maharathi previously held a position at the University of the Pacific where he taught periodontal surgery.
Our hygiene team is comprised of experienced and caring professionals who will look after your periodontal maintenance needs. They will make sure that you are comfortable and relaxed during your treatment.
People with chronic bad breath (halitosis) may have gum disease or other oral health problems. Microbial deposits on the tongue and colonies of bacteria and food debris under inflamed gums are some of the most common causes of bad breath. Getting treatment for gum disease and maintaining healthy teeth and gums with a diligent oral care routine can help you maintain fresh breath.
One of our board certified periodontists, Dr. Ryan Horn, Dr. Barron Hong, Dr. Meetu Moody and Dr. Anand Maharathi may recommend laser gum disease treatment with the diode laser. Other gum disease treatments available from our periodontist in Berkeley, CA, include osseous surgery, scaling and root planing therapy, and a gingivectomy.
Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly can control the plaque and bacteria that causes gum disease. We recommend brushing at least twice a day with an ADA approved soft bristle tooth brush and toothpaste. Electric toothbrushes can be especially effective for removing plaque.
Implant dentistry is a viable option for many patients with missing teeth. Our periodontists specialize in dental implants and may recommend dental implants or implant dentures as part of your treatment plan.
You need to have your teeth checked and cleaned at least once every six months. We may recommend more frequent visits if you have periodontal disease. This visit includes diagnostic digital x-rays, gum disease evaluation, plaque removal, teeth polishing and oral hygiene recommendations.
If you have excess gum tissue that is affecting the quality of your smile, you may be a good candidate for a crown lengthening procedure. We perform periodontal plastic surgery and periodontal aesthetic treatments at our practice, including gum contouring and reshaping treatments.
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 175 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestDelaney Henderson
2 years ago
The doctors are good but their billing is tricky and opaque-- I don't trust them. They haven't been honest in what they are charging, what the insurance is paying what Is owed. I would recommend going elsewhere for this reason alone.
Sue McCauley
2 years ago
Dr. Ryan is the absolute best! He calmed my nerves prior to my tooth implant surgery and conducted a seamless procedure. I felt zero pain during the surgery and was astonished on how quick and easy the entire process was from start to finish. Thanks so much, Dr. Horn and Cindy! You went above and beyond to deliver an excellent and seamless procedure!
Zach Riley
3 years ago
Dr. Ryan Horn and staff are incredible. They made a difficult situation more bearable with their expertise, compassion, and good sense of humor. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Sue McCauley
3 years ago
Dr. Ryan is the absolute best! He calmed my nerves prior to my tooth implant surgery and conducted a seamless procedure. I felt zero pain during the surgery and was astonished on how quick and easy the entire process was from start to finish. Thanks so much, Dr. Horn and Cindy! You went above and beyond to deliver an excellent and seamless procedure!
Debra Moore
3 years ago
I was referred to Dr. Horn in November 2019 for an emergency implant matter and after speaking with the front desk for an appointment in November, I was told that they only had the beginning of February (so I thought) and that the paperwork with the appointment date would be mailed to me. After several months, the matter progressively got worse causing me to reach back out to Dr. Horns office to be told that I didn't have an appointment in their system. I was also told that work was being done in the office implying my oral matter was not urgent. I was then referred to see another doctor in the office today of which I was not interested in doing so. I mentioned to the receptionist that this was unusual because I thought that I was given a date of Feb 5th and because I was not stationary when I phoned to make the appointment, I was told the paperwork with the date and new patient information would be mailed to me. Well it's now past Feb 5th and I have yet to receive anything in the mail and now I am told that an appointment was never scheduled. Naturally, this was upsetting to me, that this office had no immediate concern for my oral health issues or the referral from my dentist. When I said all of this, the receptionist now noticed that I DID have an appointment and it was for Feb 25, 2020. Okay, after being told I had no appointment and then being offered to see another doctor in the office was all due to the receptionist misspelling my name that caused this oversight that was only noticed now. I then asked why hadn't the paperwork with the appointment date been mailed as it was going on three months. I was told that she would be putting it in the mail today which for me was unacceptable as I would have needed to know this earlier and now have scheduled several meetings at work on this appointment date. I understand this group has exceptional reviews; but as a new patient, this is highly indicative of such reviews and quite frankly not someplace I wish to be seen if this is how new patients are treated. Never have I received such poor service from any medical office or professional in particular to an URGENT oral matter and bubble sized gums would rate as urgent!
Jim Lawrence
3 years ago
This is perhaps the best dental practice I've ever been to. Dr. Meetu Moody is an excellent surgeon, with a lovely chair side manner. I felt comfortable and assured in what would be happening, and the actual procedure was - dare I say - easy and comfortable. The staff is friendly and efficient, and their processes regarding appointments and insurance are buttoned up. It's all very patient centric - all you have to do is concentrate on your health and getting better. I have a fair amount of dentist anxiety and this entire process could not have been easier or more pleasant. Really.
Zach Riley
3 years ago
Dr. Ryan Horn and staff are incredible. They made a difficult situation more bearable with their expertise, compassion, and good sense of humor. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Malgorzata Pack
3 years ago
This doctor is a magician. So knowledgeable and great with patient. Having major work done now as I'm feeling comfortable with my doctor.
Gosia Kacprzak
4 years ago
This doctor is a magician. So knowledgeable and great with patient. Having major work done now as I'm feeling comfortable with my doctor.
Debra Moore
4 years ago
I was referred to Dr. Horn in November 2019 for an emergency implant matter and after speaking with the front desk for an appointment in November, I was told that they only had the beginning of February (so I thought) and that the paperwork with the appointment date would be mailed to me. After several months, the matter progressively got worse causing me to reach back out to Dr. Horns office to be told that I didn't have an appointment in their system. I was also told that work was being done in the office implying my oral matter was not urgent. I was then referred to see another doctor in the office today of which I was not interested in doing so. I mentioned to the receptionist that this was unusual because I thought that I was given a date of Feb 5th and because I was not stationary when I phoned to make the appointment, I was told the paperwork with the date and new patient information would be mailed to me. Well it's now past Feb 5th and I have yet to receive anything in the mail and now I am told that an appointment was never scheduled. Naturally, this was upsetting to me, that this office had no immediate concern for my oral health issues or the referral from my dentist. When I said all of this, the receptionist now noticed that I DID have an appointment and it was for Feb 25, 2020. Okay, after being told I had no appointment and then being offered to see another doctor in the office was all due to the receptionist misspelling my name that caused this oversight that was only noticed now. I then asked why hadn't the paperwork with the appointment date been mailed as it was going on three months. I was told that she would be putting it in the mail today which for me was unacceptable as I would have needed to know this earlier and now have scheduled several meetings at work on this appointment date. I understand this group has exceptional reviews; but as a new patient, this is highly indicative of such reviews and quite frankly not someplace I wish to be seen if this is how new patients are treated. Never have I received such poor service from any medical office or professional in particular to an URGENT oral matter and bubble sized gums would rate as urgent!
Jim Lawrence
4 years ago
This is perhaps the best dental practice I've ever been to. Dr. Meetu Moody is an excellent surgeon, with a lovely chair side manner. I felt comfortable and assured in what would be happening, and the actual procedure was - dare I say - easy and comfortable. The staff is friendly and efficient, and their processes regarding appointments and insurance are buttoned up. It's all very patient centric - all you have to do is concentrate on your health and getting better. I have a fair amount of dentist anxiety and this entire process could not have been easier or more pleasant. Really.
Parisa Lotfi
5 years ago
So if you are also concern about the quality/process of the implant and spending lots of time getting recommendations or reading yelp/google reviews you should read my review. I just finished my implant work with Dr. Horn for my FRONT TOOTH yesterday and I can't be happier and I am about to tell you every details and why I am happy! when I was 8 years old, i got into a car accident and had a lot of issues with my two front teeth. The fell and dentists put it back since it was my permanent tooth. 20 years later, on January I saw one of them got infected and three dentists told me that you can't save the tooth and you have to get an implant. My tooth was loose and I was in pain and had to start the procedure ASAP! At the time I was student and didn't really have the money specially since insurance does NOT cover implant. (dental insurance in US sucks even the best ones). I was looking for great dentist mainly because it was my front tooth and I was willing to pay anything for it. I spent more 10 hours on internet searching and reading about prices, reviews, and procedure. and I came across Berkeley Perio and Dental Implants. they had so many good reviews. I even messed a few people who wrote reviews and asked questions about their experience. Dr. Horn name came up the most on the reviews so I chose him. And when I called the office, I was told that Dr. Horn's next available time is in three months. I panicked told the receptionist about my situation and the fact that it was my front tooth and it was infected and loose so I can't wait for 3 months. She was a supper nice person (I wish i could remember her name but I think she had Hispanic accent) and so she said let me see what I can do and she called me back the next day. And she was able to schedule me for next week. So I went to my dentist, got a state plate (the temporary tooth since it was my front tooth) ready in three days. and in that one week, I was reading and watching a lot of videos to learn about the process because I didn't know anything about it. Once I met Dr. Horn, he walked me through the end to end procedure and warned me that this will take about 8 months. First of all, I was with my boy friend, and even though the room was so tiny, he found a place for him to sit and made him feel comfortable. and as he was working on my tooth, he was showing and explaining to my boy friend what he was doing. So on the first day, he pulled my tooth and did bone graph. He said I don't know if your tooth needs bone graph until I open and see and I needed it because bacteria ate all the bone inside and there was almost no bone left to secure the implant. so he did bone graph and they usually wait for about 4 month until the bone is formed and then they do the actual implant and put the screw. So there were two main visits for me 1) extraction and bone graph ~ 1 hour 2) implant ~ 1 hour and after each one I had to see Dr. Horn about 3 time (15min) for him to check the progress and make sure it's healing. So over all I would say it was about 8 visits. But I only had to pay for the two main visits. I would say the painful one is the bone graph and I was in pain for about a week mainly because the tissue are sensitive after that much work being done on them. But after implant I had almost no pain. the cost is : State Plate= $500, Extraction plus Bone graph = ~$2,800 and implant = $2,400 and I have to go back to my dentist to do the crown and I am assuming that will be another $1,200. As you know it's very expensive but I am happy with the work Dr. Horn did and he is just such an amazing human being and I always enjoyed seeing him and chatting with him. Hope you found my review helpful and feel free to message me if you have any questions.
Ehsan Ettehadieh
5 years ago
Honest professional place, glad chose this place.
Jose Tamayo
5 years ago
Great customer service!! Definitely recommend
Eric Haar
5 years ago
As usual, Dr. Maharathi made a surgical experience a breeze. The staff here are friendly and competent. Highly recommended.
Lisa Barcellos
5 years ago
Best possible care!
Michael Taylor
5 years ago
Dr. Horn and his staff were awesome! Implant procedure went smoothly and without a hitch. Feeling no appreciable pain. They are big on clearly explaining the procedure.
Stephen Lawton
5 years ago
Quite pleasant and professional
James Mullan
5 years ago
My previous dentist told me that I needed a "Sinus Lift" which he said he couldn't do and I would have to go elsewhere. At that time, I had never heard the term "Sinus Lift" and hadn't a clue what it meant! After 10 weeks of internet research and many unsatisfactory visits to several dental offices, I finally found Dr Horn. Through my research, I had gained some knowledge and understanding of the surgical procedure; the various methods that could be employed; how it would be staged etc. On my first visit, after examination, Dr Horn proposed how he would approach the Sinus Lift and how he would insert the implant at the same time. He saw that I had some comprehension and interest in what was involved and patiently answered all my questions On the day of my surgery, as I lay in the dental couch, more than a little nervous, he kept me in picture with step by step narration of how it was progressing. I had minimal discomfort during the surgery and upon completion, a bite wing x ray was taken and displayed on the monitor. The implant looked perfectly positioned with a dome of graphed bone around it! I was very happy. It is now 48 hours since surgery and I have had very little pain and no visible swelling. Dr Horn is an extremely skilled dentist, a good humored man and very kind. I'm glad I eventually found him. The support and front office staff are also very friendly and diligent. James M.
Jo-Ellen Spencer
5 years ago
Great Dental Hygienist! Positive Reinforcement
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