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Gum Care & Periodontics

Gum and Implant Specialist Care on Wilshire Blvd

Periodontist Dr. Bijan Afar, DDS, MS — 30+ years on Wilshire Blvd placing dental implants, treating gum disease, and rebuilding smiles in Los Angeles.

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A Periodontist Serving Los Angeles for 30+ Years

Medically reviewed by Dr. Bijan Afar, DDS, MS — Periodontist & Oral Implantologist

A periodontist is a dentist with an extra three years of specialty training after dental school, focused entirely on the gums, jawbone, and everything that anchors your teeth in place. When gums bleed, teeth loosen, or you need an implant placed to last decades, this is the specialist you want in the chair.

Dr. Bijan Afar has been that specialist on Wilshire Blvd for more than thirty years. He earned his DDS and his Master of Science in Oral Biology at UCLA School of Dentistry, was in the top five percent of dental students to receive the National Institute of Health Fellowship, and completed his specialty training in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at the University of Washington. He's an active member of the American Dental Association and California Dental Association.

Periodontal work is unforgiving — a millimetre of bone in the wrong place can cost you an implant a decade later. Patients travel from across Los Angeles to Mid-Wilshire because that experience shows up in the placement precision, the tissue-preservation technique, and the way complications are avoided instead of managed.

If you've been told you need a periodontist — or if a general dentist keeps deferring on your gums — schedule a consult. We'll do a full periodontal exam, take 3D imaging when needed, and walk you through options in plain language. No pressure, no upsell, just an honest read on where your gums stand today.

What's Included

  • 30+ years of specialty periodontics on Wilshire Blvd
  • DDS + MS from UCLA · Periodontics specialty from University of Washington
  • Dental implants: single-tooth, multi-tooth, full-arch (All-on-4)
  • Gum disease treatment from gingivitis through advanced periodontitis
  • Soft-tissue grafting for gum recession
  • Bone grafting and sinus lifts for implant candidates
  • Sedation available for anxious patients
  • PPO plans accepted; third-party financing available (CareCredit, Patient Preferred, Sunbit)

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Dr. Afar's expertise as a periodontal dentist is truly remarkable. He takes the time to explain every procedure with clarity and patience, ensuring you're comfortable and well-informed.
Vanessa M.via Yelp★★★★★

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a periodontist and a general dentist?
A general dentist has four years of dental school. A periodontist has that plus three additional years of specialty training focused on the gums, jawbone, and implants. For routine cleanings and fillings a general dentist is fine; for gum disease, gum grafting, implant placement, or full-arch reconstruction you want a periodontist. Dr. Afar is both, so at Mid-Wilshire you get specialty care and everyday dentistry in the same office.
Do I need a referral to see a periodontist?
No. You can book directly with our office. Most patients come in one of three ways: their general dentist referred them because of bleeding gums or bone loss, they need a dental implant, or a loose tooth or receding gum line finally pushed them to look up a specialist. In every case a consult is welcome — call (310) 731-6119.
Will my insurance cover periodontal treatment?
Most PPO dental plans cover the majority of periodontal treatment when it's medically necessary — scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance, and gum grafting are commonly covered. Implants are covered less consistently. We verify your benefits before treatment and give you a written estimate. For anything not covered we offer third-party financing through CareCredit, Patient Preferred, and Sunbit.
How many patients has Dr. Afar treated?
Over three decades in the same neighborhood, thousands. Many of our patients are second-generation — parents who came to Dr. Afar in the 1990s and now bring their adult children. That continuity is a big part of what makes the practice different from higher-turnover corporate offices.
What should I bring to a periodontal consult?
Your insurance card, a list of medications you're taking, and any recent X-rays or CBCT scans if you've had them elsewhere. If you were referred, ask the referring dentist to send us their notes. First visits typically last 45–60 minutes so we can do a proper exam and answer questions without rushing.

Ready to Get Started?

Schedule a consultation for periodontist and we will walk you through the options, the timing, and the next step for your case.

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