I have never liked going to a Periodontist, for I have had poor experiences, one who made me feel like my teeth were about to fall out just to makea buck! Dr. Howieson and his staff are top notch! He is such a great guy, painfully honest, but doesn't scare you half to death. His chair side manner and professionalism is suberb. Now I FINALLY like going to a Periodontist! His staff is as equally wonderful! I have dental insurance so I cannot faily comment on the expense, but I can say this, one gets what they pay for, and he is fabulous!