Periodontist in Victoria, TX
Individualized Care,
Exceptional Results
A Pillar of the Victoria Community Since 2003
Board-Certified Periodontist
Dr. Rick Heard is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, which requires certification as a dentist, certification as a periodontist, and proof of continuing education. This achievement illustrates Dr. Heard's commitment to improving his skills to better serve his patients.
Streamlined Experience
Our team routinely coordinates care with general dentists in the Victoria, TX, area who refer their patients to us for advanced periodontal treatment. Dr. Heard provides expert surgical care to improve periodontal health, while the patient's regular dentist provides routine dental services.
Concierge-Level Care
Designed for ultimate comfort, our waiting room features TVs, beverages, colorful fish tanks, and Wi-Fi for your convenience. We also maintain your comfort during treatment with advanced technology and sedation dentistry in Victoria, TX.
This patient suffered from advanced tooth decay and infection, which required tooth extraction in Victoria, TX. With same-day dental implants, Dr. Heard restored the health, function, and appearance of his smile. Explore more patient cases in our gallery.
Let Us Save Your Smile
- We work with Drs. Derrick Garrett and Steve Janececk, both board-certified anesthesiologists. They are part of the South Texas Anesthesia Group and have safely delivered anesthesia to our patients for years.
- We use the latest technology in the field to diagnose periodontal disease, treat the condition, and develop personalized plans to manage its effects on the teeth, gums, and bone.
- From restorative treatments like LANAP® laser therapy and dental implants to cosmetic services like gum contouring in Victoria, TX, Dr. Heard’s extensive training allows patients to achieve a variety of goals.
- Dr. Heard thoroughly educates patients before they move forward with their care, so they can feel confident in their decision. It all starts with a consultation. Book yours today!
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Meet Dr. Rick Heard
Born and raised here in Victoria, TX, Rick Heard, DDS, is a board-certified periodontist who has been providing the highest level of care to patients since 2000.
Meet Dr. Mary Younan-Raouf
Dr. Mary Younan-Raouf is a Houston native and a board-eligible periodontist who is excited to be building relationships within the local dental community. She was born and raised in Sugar Land and completed her undergraduate studies at The University of Texas at Austin before returning home to pursue her professional training.
Dr. Younan-Raouf earned her Master of Public Health and Doctor of Dental Surgery at UTHealth, where she participated in the Honors Periodontics Program and developed a strong interest in surgical care. She continued her training at the UT School of Dentistry to complete a three-year residency in Periodontics along with a Master of Science degree. During this time, she received multiple scholarships and research awards, including the H.G. Tebo Endowed Scholarship and the regional Prichard Award.
Her clinical interests include periodontal disease management, implant therapy, soft tissue grafting, ridge and sinus augmentation, regenerative procedures, and sedation services. She values thoughtful, evidence-based treatment and believes that strong communication with referring doctors is key to achieving the best outcomes for patients.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Younan-Raouf, along with her husband Peter, is a proud parent to two young boys, George and Gabriel, who keep life full and busy with soccer practices, swimming lessons, and family time. Being both a clinician and a mother has deepened her appreciation for compassionate, patient-centered care and the importance of trust between providers.
Dr. Younan-Raouf is genuinely excited to collaborate with local general dentists and hygienists to support the care of shared patients. Her goal is to be a dependable partner and resource, helping make the referral process seamless while working together to provide thoughtful, high-quality periodontal and implant care for the community. She looks forward to getting to know you and your team.
Featured Dental Care Procedures
Dental Implants
Implants act as artificial tooth roots and support crowns, bridges, and dentures to restore any degree of tooth loss. Dr. Heard is a superior provider of dental implants in Victoria, TX, and can coordinate treatment with your dentist.
Tooth Extraction
A dentist will always try to save a damaged or decayed tooth, but if the tooth is beyond repair, your dentist may refer you to Dr. Heard for an extraction. Dr. Heard may be able to place an implant immediately after your tooth extraction.
Scaling and Root Planing
Periodontal disease can result in tooth loss if left untreated. Scaling and root planing in Victoria, TX, is a nonsurgical treatment for gum disease that removes plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline to encourage the gums to reattach to the teeth.
Sedation Dentistry
Many patients feel nervous about dental procedures, but we offer IV sedation administered by board-certified anesthesiologists so you can get the care you need in comfort. Your anesthesiologist will monitor you throughout your procedure.
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Advanced Technology for Amazing Results
Cone-Beam Scanner
Modern imaging tools such as our cone-beam computed tomography (CT) scanner enable us to accurately evaluate your oral health, diagnose your condition, and plan your customized treatment more efficiently and effectively.
Laser Dentistry
Thanks to dental lasers, we can offer innovative solutions and less invasive dental procedures for patients in need of periodontal care. The unparalleled benefits of this technology include improved surgical precision and recovery times.
CEREC System
The CEREC® system allows dentists and periodontists to take precise digital impressions of a patient's bite and then design and fabricate restorations on-site. Our CEREC machine enables us to create surgical guides to provide same-day dental implants.
