I don't have much to compare him too, as I've had little periodontal treatment before and find it all much too expensive, but he has a very friendly, sensitive manner, appears to be completely upfront, and seems to be quite competent, and doesn't cause any pain. He is doing periodontal work for me which is not lasting as long as I wished (I seem to need it every few years) but I think it may be because my gums are in such poor shape rather than any lack in his skills. I do not easily find dentists I like (I dread them all!) but he's one of the best I've encountered.