Elevated Wellness
Unmatched Expertise
Beauty Reimagined
Rejuvenate Your Smile, Transform Your Life
STEP 1
Arrange Your Visit
Schedule an appointment with us online or at (310) 325-9969. We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your dental goals.
STEP 2
Visit Our Office
Visit our office in Torrance, CA, to experience unmatched comfort and precision service.
STEP 3
Fall in love
Fall in love with your beautiful, pain-free smile while experiencing health and wellness.
Rejuvenate Your Smile, Transform Your Life
Rejuvenate Your Smile,
Transform Your Life
STEP 1
Arrange Your Visit
Schedule an appointment with us online or at (310) 325-9969. We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your dental goals.
STEP 2
Visit Our Office
Visit our office in Torrance, CA, to experience unmatched comfort and precision service.
STEP 3
Fall in love
Fall in love with your beautiful, pain-free smile while experiencing health and wellness.
Prosthodontist & Dental Surgeon
MariaElena Rodriguez, DDS
Dr. MariaElena Rodriguez, D.D.S., is a Prosthodontist and Dental Implant Surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience in advanced dental implant care. A graduate of the UCLA School of Dentistry, she specializes in replacing missing teeth with durable, natural-looking dental implants tailored to each patient’s needs. Through advanced training, precision treatment planning, and a patient-centered approach, Dr. Rodriguez helps patients achieve lasting function, comfort, and confident smiles.
Periodontist & Dental Surgeon
Perry R. Klokkevold, DDS, MS, FACD
Dr. Perry R. Klokkevold, D.D.S., M.S., F.A.C.D., is a Board-Certified Periodontist and Dental Implant Surgeon with more than 25 years of experience placing dental implants. A Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology, Fellow of the American College of Dentists, and former Director of the UCLA Periodontics Residency Program, he is internationally recognized for advancing the field of dental implant dentistry through clinical care, research, and education. At PermaDent, he uses that expertise to help patients restore missing teeth with stable, natural-looking dental implants.
Periodontist & Dental Surgeon
Linda Yang, DDS
Dr. Linda Yang is a Periodontist with decades of experience providing advanced dental implant treatment. She specializes in restoring missing teeth with precise, long-lasting dental implant solutions while helping patients regain function, comfort, and confidence. Her advanced training in periodontics and commitment to personalized care ensure every patient receives treatment tailored to their unique needs.

PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
At PermaDent, your smile transformation is our success story. Our patients’ voices speak volumes about our commitment to excellence, precision, compassionate care, and dental surgery. Explore the testimonials to hear firsthand how we’ve made a lasting impact on oral health and confidence. Your path to a radiant smile begins here.
My visit with Dr Yang was excellent, she is very thorough, professional and knowledgeable. It was a positive experience and I feel that my overall dental health is good and she explained the condition of my gums and general oral health. It was comforting to know that my dental health is in great shape.
- JOHN K.
Professional yet kind, patient, caring, crystal clear in their explanations. A front desk that is welcoming. A model practice. I wish all medical practices were like this one. Dr. Rodriguez is 10 stars, and sets the tone for the best staff I have dealt with. Thanks Gigi, Joanna and all at Permadent.
- CLAUDIO L.
Came in to see Dr. Rodriguez and was mesmerized by the office and the atmosphere. The staff was welcoming and friendly. Dr. Rodriguez was very professional and made me feel comfortable! I highly recommend this office!
- NORMA R.
My visit with Dr Yang was excellent, she is very thorough, professional and knowledgeable. It was a positive experience and I feel that my overall dental health is good and she explained the condition of my gums and general oral health. It was comforting to know that my dental health is in great shape.
- JOHN KAPER
Professional yet kind, patient, caring, crystal clear in their explanations. A front desk that is welcoming. A model practice. I wish all medical practices were like this one. Dr. Rodriguez is 10 stars, and sets the tone for the best staff I have dealt with. Thanks Gigi, Joanna and all at Permadent.
- CLAUDIO LUCHINA
Came in to see Dr. Rodriguez and was mesmerized by the office and the atmosphere. The staff was welcoming and friendly. Dr. Rodriguez was very professional and made me feel comfortable! I highly recommend this office!
- NORMA VERDIN DE RUELAS
Torrance, CA’s Leading Dental Implant Surgeons
Restore Your Smile with Expert Dental Implant Care
At PermaDent, we specialize in replacing missing teeth with advanced dental implant solutions that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Our experienced team provides comprehensive implant care, from personalized treatment planning and precise implant placement to custom restorations designed for long-lasting results.
Using advanced technology and proven techniques, we create treatment plans tailored to your unique needs while prioritizing your comfort every step of the way. Whether you’re replacing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or a full arch, we’re committed to restoring your smile, improving your oral health, and helping you regain confidence with durable, natural-looking dental implants.
We look forward to helping you achieve a healthy, complete smile with expert dental implant care.

Renew Your Smile
with Dental Implants
Dental implants are the best way to transform your smile. They’ll replace the look, feel, and function of natural teeth with a titanium post acting as the tooth root and a restoration serving as the crown. Dental implants are the most popular tooth replacement in our Torrance, CA, community due to their versatility and likeness to natural teeth. Our dental implant specialists are here to help you achieve the smile you’ve always dreamed of with dental implants.
Restore Your Facial Shape with Bone Regeneration
Bone regeneration is an advanced procedure that rebuilds lost jawbone to create the strong, stable foundation needed for successful dental implants. Bone loss can occur due to missing teeth, periodontal disease, injury, or tooth extraction, making it difficult to support dental implants without first restoring the underlying bone. Using advanced bone grafting techniques and regenerative materials, our team stimulates your body’s natural ability to rebuild bone and strengthen your jaw. Once adequate bone has been restored, patients are often able to move forward with dental implant treatment to replace missing teeth with long-lasting, natural-looking results. At PermaDent, bone regeneration is an essential part of comprehensive dental implant care, helping more patients become candidates for dental implants while restoring both oral health and facial structure.



