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Your Trusted Periodontist for Dental Implants and Gum Care
Monterey Coast Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is a dental practice dedicated to restoring and enhancing smiles through advanced periodontal care and implant dentistry. Our team prioritizes personalized treatment plans, combining cutting-edge technology with a commitment to patient comfort. We emphasize preventive care and education to maintain optimal oral health, supported by rigorous infection control protocols.Our clinicians continually update their skills through professional development, ensuring high-quality services. We foster trust by treating patients as individuals, aiming to create relaxing experiences even for those with dental anxiety. With offices in Salinas and Carmel, we provide accessible, comprehensive care tailored to each patient's needs.
Services
Periodontics
Dental Implants
Sinus Lifts
Bone Grafts
Gum Grafts
All-on-4
CBCT Scan
LANAP Laser Dentistry
Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation
Dental Extractions
Highlights and features
- We offer expertise in periodontal disease treatment and dental implant placement.
- Our practice utilizes advanced technology like CBCT scans and LANAP laser dentistry.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to individual oral health needs.
- Our team includes board-certified periodontists with extensive surgical experience.
- We collaborate directly with general dentists for comprehensive treatment coordination.
What people say
Skilled professionals
Personalized care
Advanced technology
Comfortable experience
Prompt emergency response
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants replace missing teeth with titanium posts that fuse to the jawbone, providing stable support for crowns, bridges, or dentures. This solution restores chewing function and speech clarity while preventing bone loss. Our practice offers computer-guided implant placement and sedation options for patient comfort.
Periodontics
Periodontics focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating gum disease through procedures like scaling, root planing, and surgical interventions. We address gum recession and bone loss to maintain oral health. Treatment plans aim to halt disease progression and preserve natural teeth structure.
Bone Grafting
Bone grafting strengthens deficient jawbones to support dental implants. Using autogenous, allograft, or synthetic materials, we rebuild bone volume through regenerative procedures. This creates a stable foundation for implant placement while preventing further bone deterioration.
Gum Grafting
Gum grafting covers exposed tooth roots caused by recession using connective tissue or free gingival grafts. This procedure reduces sensitivity, prevents further recession, and improves aesthetic appearance. We tailor techniques to each patient's specific tissue needs.
LANAP Laser Dentistry
LANAP laser technology treats gum disease with minimal invasiveness, targeting infected tissue while preserving healthy structures. This FDA-approved method promotes regeneration of bone and connective tissue. Patients experience faster healing and less discomfort compared to traditional surgery.
People
Matthew Wetzel
Periodontist
Dr. Wetzel specializes in periodontics and implant dentistry, combining expertise with compassionate care. He stays current through professional associations and advanced training. Patients praise his skill in complex procedures and post-operative follow-up.
Abbas Doctor
Periodontist
Dr. Doctor brings specialized periodontal expertise after completing advanced education at the University of Texas. He focuses on regenerative procedures and implant placement, integrating academic knowledge with practical experience in comprehensive dental care.
Maggie Guzman
Dental Hygienist
With 25 years of experience, Maggie provides periodontal maintenance and preventive care. She holds a BS in health science and emphasizes patient education. Outside dentistry, she enjoys fitness training and motorcycle rides with her husband.
Yesenia Gutierrez
Dental Assistant
Yesenia supports patient care and office operations with bilingual capabilities. She assists during procedures and handles insurance coordination. Born in Salinas, she connects with local patients while enjoying family time and outdoor activities.
Lorena Gonzalez
Dental Hygienist
Lorena provides specialized hygiene services with advanced training in alternative practice settings. She focuses on personalized care plans and patient relationships. She enjoys traveling and outdoor activities with her English Bulldog, Enzo.
Questions
What dental services do you specialize in?
We specialize in periodontics, dental implants, bone grafting, gum grafting, and LANAP laser dentistry for comprehensive oral health solutions.
Do you handle dental emergencies?
Yes, we prioritize emergency cases and make every effort to provide timely care for urgent dental situations.
What technology do you use?
We utilize CBCT scans for precise imaging and LANAP laser technology for minimally invasive gum disease treatment.
Are sedation options available?
Yes, we offer nitrous oxide, oral, and IV sedation to ensure comfortable experiences for anxious patients.
How do you coordinate with general dentists?
We collaborate directly with referring dentists to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex dental needs.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with Delta Dental and other providers, offering detailed explanations of coverage and out-of-pocket costs.
