Absolutely. Many patients come to Dr. Gilani after being told their teeth are “hopeless.” As a periodontist dedicated to saving natural teeth whenever possible, Dr. Gilani uses microsurgical techniques to treat advanced periodontal disease. If a tooth truly cannot be saved, he can provide immediate implant solutions. We encourage you to schedule a consultation for an expert second opinion.

: While a general dentist handles overall oral hygiene, a Periodontist is a specialist who has completed 3 additional years of rigorous post-dental school training specifically in gum disease, oral inflammation, and dental implant surgery. Dr. Gilani is not only a specialist; he has spent over 30 years teaching these advanced techniques to other dentists at UCLA, ensuring you receive the highest level of expert care available

 Being an active faculty member at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center requires Dr. Gilani to stay at the absolute cutting edge of dental science. He doesn’t just read about new technologies—he teaches them. This means you benefit from the latest, research-backed treatments and surgical protocols long before they become standard in other offices

Yes. As a Diplomate of the American College of Implantology, Dr. Gilani specializes in complex cases that other dentists may turn away. He utilizes advanced Bone Grafting and Guided Tissue Regeneration techniques to rebuild lost bone structure, often making implants possible even for patients with severe bone loss

 Dr. Gilani’s Master’s in Oral Biology gives him a deep understanding of the biological causes of gum disease and tooth loss, not just the mechanical symptoms. This allows him to treat the underlying inflammation and bacteria aggressively but safely, leading to better long-term healing and more predictable outcomes for your implants and gum surgeries.