Dr. Rick Heard, DDS, MS
Dr. Rick Heard, DDS, MS

Periodontist in Victoria, TX

Individualized Care, 
Exceptional Results

  • The American Board of Periodontology | Knowledge Skill Experience
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • TDA Texas Dental Association
  • ADA American Dental Association
  • The American Academy of Periodontology AAP Cooperate Advance
  • SWSP Southwest Society of Periodontists.
  • Texas Society of Periodontists
  • The McGuire Institute iMc
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  • Board-Certified 
    Periodontist
  • Coordinating Care 
    With Your Dentist
  • Same-Day Dental 
    Implants Available
  • IV Sedation With Certified
     Anesthesiologists

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.

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Before Dental Implants
Real patient photo after dental implant treatment
After Dental Implants

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

Dr. Rick Heard and Team
Dr. Rick Heard and Team
  • 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.

Advanced Technology for Amazing Results

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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.

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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.

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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.

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“The staff at GCP are outstanding. I had a really rough experience at another office and was extremely nervous. Their care and professionalism really put me at ease. Dr. Heard is very personable and skilled. I had much less pain post-operatively than I expected. He even personally checked in with me after surgery, which really meant a lot to me. I highly recommend this practice and am very pleased with my experience. — Haley, 5-Star Review

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