Peter Nordland, DMD

Today I am three weeks out from the gum grafting surgery that Dr. Nordland performed on one of my front teeth due to recession. I am completely blown away at the result already, and am totally baffled as to how I never had pain during or after the surgery (and I didn’t take any pain meds except Motrin to reduce swelling). In fact, the day after surgery, I had to look at the roof of my mouth in the mirror to prove to myself that he actually did harvest the grafting skin from there. My experience with this surgery is totally opposite from what others have told me their experiences were like at other offices. The appearance of my gums now, after the surgery is perfect; what a relief – I couldn’t be happier. I am so thankful to Dr. Nordland and his amazing office crew for making something I was initially nervous about a total success. Thanks goes out to my dentist too for referring him. I am so happy.

My results are great — even better than I expected. Every aspect of my experience with Dr. Nordland and his staff over the last year or so has been excellent.
My dentist had recommended consulting with two periodontists, which I did. Dr. Nordland’s treatment plan was more technologically progressive and promised a better result for me. It all turned out as I had hoped. Noteworthy details: He harvested bone with an advanced instrument from my own tori for the needed bone graft. That process was totally painless, both during and after the operation. He then was able to place four implants together in my front lower jaw. It’s all done now, and totally functional. I cannot recommend Dr. Nordland more highly. To top it off he is extremely personable, as is his staff. They take pride in their work, with good reason.

I recently got a gum graft surgery with Dr. Nordland and I could not be happier with the results! He and his personable staff walked me through every step of the process and accommodated all of my needs without missing a beat. I get regular teeth cleanings with him as well, and would recommend him to all.

I have been a patient of Dr. Nordland for over 5 years and am so very happy, after decades of dental problems and learning about incompetent practitioners the hard, painful and costly way, to be in the hands of true professional excellence. As a veteran of several big surgeries under his hand, as well as a regular guest of their perio-​hygiene work, I appreciate the detailed prep and care that he and his warm but very skilled staff offer from beginning to end. Under his care I have been to several
specialists for consultation so that he can be absolutely certain, been a (very successful!) test case for a new procedure (because I trust him that much in spite of decades of dental horror), and am so glad that I found him. Being in the care of someone who really cares about excellence and success rather than just «next!» is such a relief and peace of mind. He is a master and yet very kind. I will be grateful forever to the man who referred me. «Home» at last!

I am the engineering type that approaches everything skeptically and I am a huge proponent of referrals. Dr. Nordland works closely with our non-​affiliated highly skilled dentist/​cosmetic dentist that recommended Dr. Nordland to my wife about 8 – 10 years ago. My wife had hugely successful gum grafting by Dr. Nordland which is the best referral I could get. I am going in for my second of three-​phase gum grafting procedures this week. I spread the treatments out to maximize flex/​insurance coverage and Dr. Nordland was very accommodating with this approach. The first procedure was very successful with no pain and great results.

Just read the review written by JD and her/​his experience was very similar to mine. The only difference is I agreed to let Dr. Norland do everything recommended by my dentist :(. He harvested the bone from my palate. Then implanted the bone. Then, placed the implant. This all took almost a year and countless office visits. At the same time I had a temporary covering the teeth my dentist was crowning. We had to wait for Dr. Norland to finish his «palate, surgery, waiting, implant procedure» in order to place the crowns. The temporary would fall out all randomly when I was a dinner guest or at my own house. Very embarrassing.
Well, the best part is the final product. It hurts. I’ve had several x-​rays and 2 dental scans. The implant is impeding the tooth next to it. Touching the root. The next tooth just happens to be crowned, so there’s another problem. As Dr. Norland explained to me… he placed the implant surgically and bone grafted around it. He asked me if I knew what it would be like to remove the implant? Nice scare tactic. The experience was horrendous. I have many many issues with my mouth and Dr. Norland confirmed my fears of correcting his mistake. It would be a nightmare!
This has already cost me lots of $$,$$$.$$ and time and pain. Actually the tooth hurts right now! My dentist couldn’t get the crown on the implant. He said the crown wasn’t secure. Another thing, I went to my dentist and of course he pointed the finger at Norland… but my dentist referred me to Norland? These guys are incredible.
It is all about pushing the most complicated procedure to get more $$. I went to a qualified Oral Surgeon who recommended using material to form a bone graft and placing the implant, which could be done at the same time.
As far as his office, it’s located in a great part of La Jolla, which explains some of the ambience in the office… having to be nice to wealthy, expectant customers. The girls in the front part of the office take a while to warm up to you. The girls in the back office are friendly, particularly the one from So. America and the dental hygienist. They do put the little monitor on your finger, which is overkill. I would not use him again and warn everyone. Just go with your gut feeling.
This is my opinion from experience.
I’m sure there are people who want to hammer everyone, but really the truth is necessary in order to keep these guys honest.

Truly world-​class. Yes, the building is probably older than any patient, but there are only so many spaces oceanside in LaJolla CA and the atmosphere is relaxing rather than clinical. Charges are more than in Tijuana Mexico or even Birmingham Alabama, but you get what you pay for and in my case a bargain. Lots of procedures and cleanings effectively delivered; another additional dental doctor works all operations besides principal; staff make even one not wealthy like myself feel at home. People fly in to get his work done; I drive almost 2 hours each way which tells you most of what you need to know about having saved teeth from denturing. Validates parking which really helps in area of high-​priced everything.

All through high school I had an extremely ‘gummy’ smile. Dr. Nordland showed me how he could raise the gum line and expose the enamel that had been hidden underneath. I was anxious and excited to have such a big surgery when I was only 17 but, after talking to previous patients and hearing of his reputations as one of the best periodontists in the country I felt assured that I was in good hands.
He did not let me down… The surgery was painless and recovery was quick and easy. I took only Motrin for a day or two following the surgery and was outdoors on a camping trip the following weekend!
Dr. Nordland genuinely cares for his patients. He took his time explaining the procedure and never seemed rushed during our appointments. Dr. Nordland went above and beyond when listening to my concerns and reassuring me. Following my surgery Dr. Nordland would call to ask how I was doing and told me how I could reach him if I should have any questions or concerns with the healing process.
When I look back at old pictures from high school it makes me cringe. I am VERY happy with how my smile looks today thanks to the procedure performed by Dr. Nordland and I would recommend him to a friend or family member in a heartbeat!

Dr. Nordland is by far the very best oral plastic surgeon on the planet! HE LISTENED TO MY CONCERNS AND RESPONDED IN A COMPASSIONATE MANNER. Dr. Nordland and his staff educated me on how to take better care of my gums and prevent the problems that got me there in the first place. Dr. Nordland knows his stuff. He is passionate about this niche in his profession. My gums were in trouble and I had two other specialist’s tell me my receded gums could not be corrected. Dr. Nordland preformed painless surgery on me and you would never know I once had a problem. Do your research… you will be so glad you saw Dr. Nordland

Dr Nordland is the finest periodontist in the world. He does not only teach all over the world about his cutting edge microsurgical techniques and instruments but also has a great personality and compassion as a human being. I was a patient myself and can only say that the care was the best in the planet. He provides surgery with absolutely no pain. I had a gum graft, bone graft and implant placed in the front of my mouth. I was really concerned about the cosmetics and it looks absolutely perfect and natural. I have compliments about my smile all the time. He used my own bone for bone graft the healed nicely and was harvested from my mandible with no pain. Because of that now a have a strong and great looking implant in the front of my mouth. I recommend him for all people to everybody especially in challenge and tough cases where the cosmetic is a concern. He can be a little more pricey than average like the other review, said but it is totally worth it. His care is surely way above average!

Peter Nordland is arguably the finest and most highly respected Periodontist in California. His reputation is actually worldwide. Dr. Nordland has been invited all over the world to train other Periodontists and has even authored a number of books on the subject.
As a child, I was a tooth brushing fool… and managed to brush down the gum line of my front lower teeth with my overzealous technique. Another periodontist in San Diego had scheduled me to repair the area… offering to «stretch the gum tissue over». It just didn’t sound right.
So…I asked around. When I ask around. I mean business… I only ask around from the cream of the physician and dental crop. Peter Nordland was mentioned (repeatedly) with awe… by his peers. I kid you not… with reverence and awe.
So…I scheduled with him. Nordland is not only a pre-​eminent expert in his field… the man is warm, down-​to-​earth and surprisingly accessible.
He explained the folly of the other Periodontist’s plans to correct my gum line. I then hired him to perform a gum graft. He did so… and my teeth are better than ever. Good thing too… because I have plans to live into my hundreds… and to keep these same choppers for as long as I possibly can!