One of my teeth had begun to recede, so I did some research and found an amazing periodontist. I was fortunate to get an appointment quickly, and the receptionists and staff were incredibly kind and helpful. During my consultation, Dr. Eric Engret confirmed that I needed gum graft surgery. I take great pride in my smile and was very anxious about the idea of losing a tooth--especially after seeing so many young people struggling with missing teeth. I had my gum graft last week, and everything went exceptionally well. I am so thankful for Dr. Engret's attention to detail, professionalism, and excellent bedside manner. He even called me the next day to check on how I was doing. He is truly the best. If you need a periodontist, do not hesitate--he is top-of-the-line! read more

I was referred to Dr Engert from my dentist. I needed a gum graft and had anxiety regarding the procedure. Dr Engert has the Best bedside manner. He explains in detail what to expect, checks and advises throughout the entire process and aftercare. I was so appreciative of his expertise regarding the entire process..I actually cried at my post op. He and his staff Care and it shows. read more

Dr. Engert did my 5th gum graft. This is my first gum graft with him and I would have to say I highly recommend him out of all the periodontists I have seen. First, he knows his craft. I had the least amount of bleeding this time around and he did two teeth. I was able to return to normal activities within a week. I took 3 days off and then returned to work in the office. Within a week, I was back to running with no bleeding. Second, he does take insurance so all I owed him was a re-consult and a co-pay. My graft was delayed by over a year because I got pregnant and then I was nursing so I did do a re-check to make sure we were on the same page. Third, he reads personalities very well. I didn't want to do it (again); I didn't want to be there so he made it super efficient. He placed my prescriptions to my preferred pharmacy ahead of time. He recommended I bring an audio book to listen to during the operation and broke up the procedure into smaller time increments. For example, he would say "Okay, so now there will be 20 minutes of this.... 15 minutes of this...." Fourth, his front staff is incredibly kind and got me in for an earlier follow-up since my office is downtown. I was able to get seen at my convenience. I highly recommend him as a periodontist. Gum grafts are sometimes necessary but always uncomfortable. Dr. Engert will be by your side to make sure the process is as seamless as possible. read more

Best periodontist ever. Dr. Engert and all his team very dedicated to their jobs and work great together. Always inform very well, communicate well. I am very happy with the quality of care they provide me. I trust everybody in this office eyes closed. All treatments i received were very successful. My bottom teeth are saved from falling due to my gum disease. And the disease is cured. I got 2 implants. All process was smooth. The pricing is not rocket flying. I think pricing is thought very well and worth every single penny. Thank you to all this team for all they did for me. read more

Dr. Engert is an extremely skill surgeon. Admittedly, my gum graft case was severe and complicated on my lower central incisors. I also have pretty intense medical anxiety and have moved many times over the last few years, so it's been a struggle to find a consistent practitioner who I had enough trust to move forward with this procedure even though I was very aware I needed it. First, I'll say this -- if you try searching "gum graft" on the internet, your search will return disparate experiences both in procedure and healing experiences. It makes it nearly impossible to get a good handle on what the experience will be like and how to evaluate a potential surgeon. From my research, Dr. Engert takes the best approach I've seen -- he protected the graft area with periodontal (clay-like) packing, which for me, lasted until my post-op and kept the area safe and secure. The surgery itself was manageable (again -- I suffer from medical anxiety and was appreciative for the mild sedation), and I had very few bleeding experiences (which given the size of my donor site, was honestly impressive). The pain was also very manageable (surgery itself isn't painful; I took strong ibuprofen preventatively for the first few days and then weaned off it around Day 5/6). A week out, and everything is healing really nicely. I couldn't have actually imagined that my gum health would be on its way to being restored to this degree. I'm very appreciative to Dr. Engert and his staff for the care and support and highly recommend him. read more

Dr Engert is a very good periodontist. He did a very good job on maintaining my gum health. I wish he could be my primary care.

I have had two gum grafts done with Dr. Engert and was really impressed with the level of care he took with the surgeries. Dr. Engert took the time to explain to me all details involved with the surgery and answered all of my questions. I was very nervous about the procedure and the level of pain that might be involved. His staff (office) where so on top of everything. They called me prior to the surgery to make sure that we ordered all prescribed medications including something to help me with anxiousness morning of surgery. During the surgery I was able to relax (as much as possible) and I think one of his assistants even held my hand during the 1st surgery. The follow up appointments where a breeze. If you are need of a periodontist I highly recommend Dr. Engert. A big thank you to Dr. Engert & your team! Anastasia read more

Dr. Engert is amazing. First time, I needed an implant, and he was thorough, professional and kind. The work was done quickly, and I suffered NO bruising nor swelling. The second time around, he didn't want to do the work due to possible problems, and he suggested I go to an oral surgeon. Rather than "make money", he cares. Thank you, Dr. Engert. read more

Dr Engert and his team have helped me navigate some challenging gum issues. I am incredibly happy with their thoughtful approach to treatment. read more

Such an efficient office, I was happy with Dr. Engert and his colleagues' communication and excellent time management.

Dr. Engert is a life saver!!! I had gum graft surgery done by another periodontist and about a week later ran into a bloody complication (pun intended). However, my perio was ooo at the time and his team referred me to Dr. Engert. As soon as I got into his office, he and his team took me in without questions asked. He assured me that everything will be okay and he delivered. His calm and professional demeanor helped put me at ease. If you are in need of a periodontist, go see Dr. Engert! He's the best! read more

I haven't been in to have my teeth and gums checked for a year and a half so my mouth was a mess, but this terrific practice treats you like family even if you have committed a dental misdemeanor. The staff is like family, very forgiving, professional, all work together seamlessly. They take every health precaution needed so that the office feels safe and clean. The Dr. and the staff are extremely skilled...they really know what they're doing. I wouldn't trust anyone else with my teeth. I continue to highly recommend this caring, skillful dental practice. read more

Great service by Dr. Engert. I had my gum graft Aug 2021. I watched some videos and that just made more scared of the process. The day of, Dr. Engert was very reassuring and the whole process was a breeze. We did a couple of post op follow ups and went well. Thanks a lot Dr. Engert! read more

I've done gum graft surgery with Dr. Engert twice and it was a great experience! He is very personable and made me feel super comfortable and informed about the whole process. His staff is also really friendly. I was really pleased with how it turned out and had minimal pain/downtime. I highly recommend going to him!! read more

I was fortunate to consult Dr Engert earlier this year to resolve a gum infection. I have been amazed at the skill Dr Engert possesses and his philosophy to improve one's overall wellness. I feel truly privileged to have found someone with such skill and caring. After the procedure I was expecting a night of interrupted sleep and pain. My head touched the pillow at 10:00 p.m. and awoke at 08:00 a.m. not requiring any pain medications. The support staff are wonderful; they ensure any prescriptions are prepared in advance. More importantly the team is very supportive. Thank you Dr Engert and team. This surgery has changed my life for the better George Martland read more

I had incredible dental pain and a friend recommended this man highly. I give any business a one star if they neglect returning my phone calls after I have left five messages for them to call me back and still after four days, NO REPLY or RETURN PHONE CALL. He obviously does not need to make any money because he does NOT want any business. Do NOT bother to WASTE your time or probably HIS. Instead, call as many recommended Dentists as you can and as soon as you can!! Leave a message and whoever that can get you in first without any DENTAL LAWSUITs are the people you want to have treat your condition. Most REPUTABLE medical/dental practitioners will get back to you as soon as they can if they are interested in your well being. The ones that don't are making more money that they can stash into their jacuzzi and could care less about you unless you are "CONNECTED". Yes, he does list his emergency contact number, but he does not answer it and it goes into his voice mail, which he does not bother to take the time to call you back on. We are talking about your health, well being and common courtesy...which, by the way is lacking in this man's practice...Yes...he is still PRACTICING.... You have been warned. Learn from this experience. EN-(g)-ert is iNERT. Repeat. Do NOT WASTE your time and continue in excrutiating pain as you wait for this En(G)ert's non-existent return phone call. It will NOT happen. He is A sADISTIC, CRUEL, Dental voice message receiver. He wants to hear people leave messages on his voice mail about how much pain they are in. read more

If you are at all squeamish, or have a fear for the dentist .... you may not like to read this. I am going to describe a subepithelial connective tissue graft. I was given a prescription of Lorazepam to take an hour before my procedure. That was to help with anxiety, but I am not sure if it helped. I don't have much fear of the dentist, but I figured something to take the edge off might help. They make an impression to make a plastic cover to cover the roof of my mouth. I get numb with a few shots on my lower gum and one on the roof of my mouth. It wasn't as bad as I thought. I plug in my iPod as the Novocaine starts to work. Here is where it gets dicey. To take the gum from the roof of my mouth, they make an incision and fold it over to make a flap. Then they cut out the sample they need, fold the flap closed and suture it shut. The graft site if prepped and the sample from the roof is stitched into place and held with packing that looks like bubble gum. Done in about 45 minutes. The worst thing about the whole process was the lack of teeth brushing. I wasn't supposed to brush, especially the surgery area for a few days after. I had NO pain at all, and just minor bleeding. I was able to take off the plastic cover after about 6 days, and the packing came off just after that. Completely healed, even the donor site in about two weeks. As for the doctor, Dr. Engert is all business and doesn't mess around. Not much of a bedside manner but I couldn't hear much anyway with my ear buds in. He has odd hours and is not in the office every day. I will have to go see the doctor once a year for deep cleanings due to bad genetics. I gotta have some flaws. Get over it and see the doc if you need a gum graft, aka soft tissue transplant. read more

I could have sworn I already wrote a review for Dr. Engert after my surgery because I was so happy with him but apparently time got away from me. My general dentist referred me to him for gum grafts/surgery. Happy 30th birthday to me. Well, Dr. Engert was very patient and explained everything clearly. I also was petrified of having the skin graft to cover the gums so Dr. Engert went through all the pros and cons of using my own skin versus someone else's (I forget what polite medical term they use for using someone else's tissue, but they used to use pig tissue- he assured me mine was human tissue. Rest assured my brothers got lots of pig mouth jokes in prior to the clear up). Dr. Engert's office submitted everything to insurance early so that we knew exactly what insurance would cover of the cost prior to the surgery. The surgery lasted a while- I think longer than planned and I was the last appointment of the day, which to me means Dr. Engert really took his time to get everything right when he could have tried to rush through it and call it a day. I honestly didn't look into any other periodontists before this surgery because that really just sounds like a nightmare that will only induce anxiety and I trust my dentist's professional opinion. I did look Dr. Engert up on Yelp though along with his website and decided the high reviews were good enough for me. When I met him I felt comfortable moving forward with him as my surgeon. We had a few followup appointments after the surgery to check healing progress and everything went great. I'll be back when the other side of my mouth is ready for some fresh protective flesh too. read more

I just had my second graft surgery and I can just say the best - not only about Dr. Engert but about the entire team there. The staff is super helpful and friendly- from scheduling appointments, follow ups, check in, assistance during the appointment, insurance questions etc. In my initial meeting with Dr. Engert to talk about the procedures he took his time to examine, explain and lay out a treatment plan for and with me. I felt very comfortable and he is very professional. Also, the costing and insurance procedure was explained nicely and transparent - no surprises. On both actual treatment days, he did a great job fixing my issues and the outcome is great! I can only recommend Dr. Engert for any special dental treatments! read more

Dr. Engert is always super-proffesional, super-nice, and has a great staff. I had to have some tricky gum surgery, and it was not too scary, because i have utmost trust in Dr. Engert's skills and experience. I have been going to Dr. Engert for years, for regular cleanings and exams, and I highly recommend him. Great complimentary toothbrushes, too! read more

Dr. Engert was awesome! Very patient and clear when explaining the whole process I was about to go through. The staff are considerate and kind. I recommend this place to those needing this type of dental service. read more

I have been going to Dr. Engert for several years and have had a number of gum surgeries. All have been successful and Dr.E has always followed up with a call to be sure I was doing well after each procedure. He is extremely professional, ethical and skilled. Going to any type of dentist has always caused me extreme anxiety, with Dr. E I have always felt completely at ease and confident in his skills. He is a kind and caring person as well. I always enjoy going into his office, the friendly supportive staff & pleasant atmosphere help make the visit an overall positive experience. BIG GOLD STAR FOR DR. ENGERT!!! read more

This is my 3rd and final review of Eric Engert. I want to say after all my pain from the previous appointment, He did hear me out and was very gentle and no pain this time for my gum cleaning. He used a different method than the shots and I actually did not think it would work, but it work fantastically. I had no pain and I love that i get to listen to music as he is doing his work. it calms me down..He will listen and than change his methods if you communicate. Thank You Dr Engert for listening and I got to have a pain free appointment- and now there is trust for my next appointment. I have such a hard time with dentists so now you and Dr Ornstein are my top dental doctors. Thank You again read more

Dr. Engert did an excellent job with my gum graft. He explained clearly what was going to happen, and his kind demeanor and endearingly dry sense of humor put me at ease. Everything went according to plan. The procedure itself was skillfully executed, I had almost no pain after the surgery, and the healing process went exactly as I was told it would. It's clear that he enjoys his work and genuinely cares for his patients. His staff is professional, friendly, and easy to communicate with. I will definitely return to Dr. Engert if I need additional periodontal work in the future and have already recommended him to a colleague of mine. read more

I just have to share how lucky I feel to have DMD MSD Eric Engert as my primary periodontist. A very welcoming office with a really wonderful staff. They really make you feel very comfortable. read more

Dr. Engert is the consumate professional. He was a good fit for my personality and needs. He is courteous, attentive, informative and above all, direct as well as honest. He gave his honest opinion and did not paint any false pictures. I decided to have him perform the crown lengthening surgery needed to correct a very poor crown preparation in San Jose by a dentist with very poor skills. I had been suffering for over 5 years, as I was afraid the correction may be worse then the problem. After it was completed, it turned out much better then I expected. I don't really care about pain if something is done correctly and a relatively pain free experience was the added benefit. After a month of tissue recovery, a very nice crown was placed by the dentist sending me to Dr. Engert. Today I am very pleased with the result of Dr. Engert and Dr. Chad Lyew DDS. I must note that reading the couple of negative comments, good providers are busy providers. Bad ones are always available, as they should be. Dr. Engert is busy for a reason. Perhaps it takes a while to get in. Perhaps your message may be lost. I am not seeing a healthcare provider to feel like I am the most important person in the world. That is what friends and family are for. I want to be treated honestly, professionally, appropriately, and above all with skill. This is indeed THAT place. read more

I did not know Dr Engart, but he took my insurence and I read the Yelp reviews. I had gotten some implants done in Mexico and I needed him to check them out. He spend the time to understand my concerns, looked at the x-rays I had and worked with me to provide me great care. His work was top notch and so was his chair side manner. I will be going back read more

Dr. Engert is awesome! I had to get a gum graft (due to night-time teeth grinding) and the surgery was painless and healed quickly. He fixed me up with a mouth guard, and unlike Gentle Dental, he took the time to shave down the molded plastic to fit my mouth. He's very professional, thorough and was good about answering all of my gazillion questions. I've had terrible luck with dentists in SF until now. Also he accepts Delta Dental so the visits don't break the bank. read more

Dr. Engert doesn't work 5 days a week, Monday thru Friday, but they should call you back. Ask your dentist if he can call him and set up some kind of consultation. Dr. Engert is very good. I have gone to him for gum problems. He is very knowledgeable, and a good communicator to his patients. read more

My experience having gum surgery under Dr. Eric Engert was so much easier than I ever expected. I hardly remember being in the chair before the procedure was complete and I was waking back up ready to go home. I had minimal gum discomfort and they healed quite nicely. When my schedule allows, I'll be going back for additional work on other receding gum areas, with no anxiety. I enjoy Dr. Eric's gentle demeanor and sense of humor and highly recommend him and his staff. read more

Extremely friendly and knowledgeable! Gives you all of your options and tells you exactly what it will cost. Does not push services, just makes recommendations. read more

Dr. Engert is skilled and professional. He was very straight forward about the risks and benefits of the procedure he recommended for me. I would recommend Dr. Engert to anyone in need of periodontal work. read more

I was referred to Dr. Engert by my dentist for a problem around an implant. Dr. Engert was about to close his office for the day, but waited for me to come in. He assessed the problem and gave me a couple of treatment options and didn't try to push me into anything. I went back a few days later for root planing around the area, which he did very gently and effectively. I had an issue with another tooth and Dr. Engert took the time to make phone calls for a referral - late on a Friday afternoon, until he found someone who could see me. Dr. Engert and his staff were a pleasure to deal with and I highly recommend his practice. I will definitely go back for cleanings. read more

I've been a patient and Dr Engert for 10+ years and my gums have never been better. Dr Engert and his team do high quality work and am appreciative of the care they've provided over the years. read more

Dr. Engert treated me for receding gums. I was very satisfied with my experience. The surgery was very successful and Dr. Engert and his staff were are all very professional and caring. read more

A few years ago I became discouraged and disappointed with my prior periodontist. My general dentist referred me to Dr. Engert for treatment. My experience with Dr. Engert has been excellent. He communicates well and explains options when possible. Dr. Engert is a knowledgeable and skillful dental surgeon. And most important he keeps current on the science of gum disease. He is supported by able dental hygienists and responsible office staff. read more

While I found Dr. Engert to be quite personable and fair, his receptionist was rude and didn't appear to be very competent. I had my initial consultation in November and my surgery was scheduled for January 13. Without getting into all the details, during those two months, she never bothered to reach out to me nor my dentist when she found the insurance information she had was incorrect. So the day of my surgery, the paperwork / coverage was not available. Dr. Engert did offer to go ahead with the surgery and sort out the insurance later, even offering to do it for free should there be issues with the insurance (which I believe he knew there wouldn't be). While discussing this, a woman came in, 10 mins after my scheduled appointment, and was immediately escortedinto a room. On her way, I heard her ask if they had her nitrous and she was told "it's in the room waiting for you". She was there only for a "cleaning". After Dr. Engert and I discussed the insurance matter and I agreed to go ahead with the surgery, he said "well we have another problem. The woman getting the cleaning has the nitrous you were supposed to get". When I asked how this could happen, especially since I was there for surgery and she was there for a cleaning, he said "I guess we dropped the ball on that too". I left and personally do not feel comfortable having surgery there. read more

We all know no one likes going to the dentist especially if you have aren't one of the lucky ones who never has any dental challenges. I met Dr. Eric Engert on a referral from my primary dentist to help me get my gums healthy again. When you have genetical dental problems no matter how great you take care of your teeth it can seem very hopeless. I really started to worry all the time and very close to almost giving up on seeking new treatment. I have had past dentist that were awful and did more damage than good in the end. Needless to say, I was very skeptical about finding a new dentist all over again. Dr. Engert calmly talked with me, heard my fears, consulted with my primary dentist, took the time to review the best possible option for me and explained his game plan. Dr. Engert has been my dentist for 10 years and started together on my routine of 4 times a year visits. Dr. Engert is the dentist who will explain what is best for you and only you. He is passionate about his patients and never wants them be in pain on his watch. Dr. Engert and his amazing team are excellent in making you feel as comfortable no matter what. Dr. Engert has been the best dentist I have had with all my dental obstacles and he worked along side me to get my dental treatment on track. He is the champion of your best possible health and giving back your smile. If you are searching for an honest, caring, professional and the most passionate dentist in the bay area Dr. Engert is your next appointment. You will never regret keeping that dentist appointment again. read more

What a great Doctor!! I have been going to him for close on 15+ years. He save my gums and my teeth and couldn't be more pleasant. His staff is equally wonderful-cheerful, accommodating and efficient. Thank you Dr. Engert!! read more

Dr. Engert has been my periodontist for about 15 years and has always been absolutely wonderful! He always takes whatever time is needed to talk to me about my concerns, answers all my questions and is very kind and considerate. He also has a very calming effect on me. A few weeks ago I had a bone graft surgery that I was really worried about, but in his gentle and capable hands it was no big deal. in fact, it was far easier than I imagined it would be, and it went very smoothly. He is the best dentist I have ever had, and I give him my very highest recommendation. read more