A Practice Built on Expertise, Integrity, and Genuinely Personal Care

Trusted Periodontal and Implant Care in South Orange County

At Wright Perio & Implants, we believe that exceptional periodontal and implant care should never feel rushed, impersonal, or overwhelming. Our practice was built on a simple but powerful philosophy: treat every patient as an individual, take the time to truly understand their goals, and deliver the highest standard of specialized care in an environment where they feel genuinely comfortable and heard.

Led by Dr. Raymond Wright Jr., our periodontist with over 40 years of experience in dentistry, we proudly serve patients throughout San Clemente, CA, and the greater South Orange County area with a full range of periodontal and implant services, all guided by a commitment to minimally invasive techniques and long-term oral health. We are not a large, high-volume practice, and that is entirely intentional. We are a small, intimate office where every patient receives Dr. Wright’s direct, focused attention from the very first visit through every stage of their care.

Our Philosophy of Care

Minimally Invasive by Design

We prioritize techniques that preserve healthy tissue, reduce discomfort, and support faster, smoother healing.

A Truly Patient-First Approach

Every decision we make is centered on your comfort, understanding, and long-term health.

Honest, Transparent Care

You’ll always receive clear explanations of your diagnosis, treatment options, and costs—without pressure or surprises.

Personalized Attention, Not Volume Care

By keeping our practice intentionally small, we ensure every patient receives focused, individualized care from Dr. Wright.

Experience Specialist Care for Every Stage of Your Oral
Health Journey

We are a specialty periodontal and implant practice, which means every service we offer falls within Dr. Wright’s area of deepest expertise.

From the earliest stages of gum disease to full-arch implant restoration, our scope of care is comprehensive, coordinated, and always delivered by the same trusted provider from start to finish.

How the Mouth-Body Connection Shapes the Way We Care for You & Your Family

We believe the mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body, and Dr. Wright has spent his career treating patients with that connection firmly in mind.

Harmful bacteria from infected gum tissue can enter the bloodstream and travel throughout the body, where research has shown it can contribute to cardiovascular disease, poorly controlled diabetes, respiratory infections, and complications during pregnancy. At Wright Perio & Implants, we do not just treat gum disease to save your teeth. We treat it because your long-term overall health depends on it.

Advanced Tools for More Precise, More Comfortable Care

At Wright Perio & Implants, we believe that investing in the right technology is an investment in better patient outcomes. Dr. Wright stays at the forefront of modern dentistry by incorporating the most advanced diagnostic and treatment tools available, all in service of the minimally invasive, precise care that defines our practice. At our office, you’ll benefit from:

Our Facility

A Family-Friendly Practice
That Feels Like Home

We are proudly family-friendly. We welcome patients of all ages and backgrounds, and we work hard to make every member of your family feel comfortable, respected, and at ease from the moment they walk through our door. Our San Clemente, CA, office is warm, welcoming, and designed to feel nothing like the clinical, intimidating dental environments that so many patients have come to dread.

We take the time to explain everything in plain language, answer every question thoroughly, and ensure that you never feel rushed or pressured at any point during your visit. For patients with dental anxiety, we offer a range of sedation options to make your experience as comfortable as possible. And because we are a small practice, you will always be greeted by familiar faces who know your name and your history.

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We Proudly Serve San Clemente, CA, and South Orange County

We are conveniently located in San Clemente and proudly serve patients from throughout South Orange County, including Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and beyond.

We accept most PPO insurance plans and offer financing options to help make your care as accessible as possible, because we believe that the quality of your dental care should never be determined by your financial situation. If you are looking for a periodontist in the San Clemente, CA, or South Orange County area who will treat you with the expertise, honesty, and personal attention you deserve, we would love to welcome you to our practice!

Real Patients. Real Results. Real Lives Changed.

You Deserve Exceptional, Clinically-Skilled Care.

Schedule your appointment with our team today!