Dr. Cho is a God send! I've entrusted him with four implants over the years and most recently a gum grafting of my upper teeth requiring two incisions in my pallet. Needless to say, I was nervous. He walked me through the procedure and helped me prepare. I must say that I wish I had done it sooner. I am still healing, but I am impressed with how fast the results are taking place. I had minimal discomfort and felt nothing during the actual surgery. This periodontist is the top of his game and I would recommend him to anyone needing oral surgery. Thank you to Dr. Cho and his staff from the bottom of my heart.
Michelle · 5 out of 5 stars · 3 months ago
I was referred to Dr. Cho and he was genuine and nice in both personality and technique. Thank you front desk staff for helping me set an appointment much quicker to an urgent need and being courteous in the entire process! Highly recommend !
Paul Struble · 5 out of 5 stars · 8 months ago
Dr. Cho, is very professional. He lays everything out what’s going to happen and he really cares about his patience. I’m very fortunate to have him in this stage of my life as far as what’s going on with my dental procedures. He’s a great doctor can’t say enough great things.
Dana Billing · 5 out of 5 stars · 7 months ago
Dr. Cho and his staff are wonderful. I was a VERY nervous patient. Dr. Cho is so calm and gentle. I now look forward to going to see him. Couldn't recommend enough.
David Clifton · 5 out of 5 stars · 6 months ago
Dr Cho and his entire staff could not have been better. Total professionalism, did great work and everyone on the team could not have been nicer.
I highly recommend them
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About William J. Cho, DDS, Ms - Periodontist
William J. Cho, DDS, MS, PC is a periodontal practice in Carlsbad, CA, focused on treating gum disease and placing dental implants. The practice serves patients from Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Vista, and San Marcos, offering options ranging from single tooth replacement to full mouth rehabilitation, including All on X dental implants and same day teeth placed with 3D printing.
Patients considering dental implants can expect a personalized evaluation to determine candidacy, along with periodontal services such as bone grafting and bone regeneration to support implant treatment when needed. The practice also treats dental implant complications for patients who need follow up care after implant placement elsewhere. Oral sedation is available for patients who feel anxious about dental procedures, and the office reserves time for emergency appointments for issues like severe tooth pain or a cracked tooth.
Meet the Doctors
The practice's clinical team includes Dr. William J. Cho, DDS, MS, a board-certified periodontist who has placed over 5000 dental implants ranging from single tooth to full mouth rehabilitation, and who also treats gum disease, gum recession, and dental implant complications. The team also includes Dr. Kent Akin, DDS, a periodontal specialist whose practice focuses on periodontal disease, hard and soft tissue augmentation, and dental implantology.
Licenses and credentials
Dr. Kent Akin (General dentist, licensed since 2020): CA dental license active, not on the federal exclusion list, permit for oral sedation. License CA #105759, NPI 1508578477.
