Craig H. Rubinoff, DDS,MS, APC

They are usually able to get you the time that you need and can easily communicate with you.

This was my first time having Gingival Graft Surgery or knowing anything about it. I am so happy that Dr. Rubinoff and his entire staff had the patience with all my questions, and I had many questions. They had all the pre-​op instructions and post-​op instructions all in writing and easy to follow. Both times I called the office before the surgery, besides helping me understand what I needed to do, they assured me everything would be fine. Dr. Rubinoff was very thorough with my post-​op visits and letting me know how I was doing and what to continue to do for a successful result. After seeing how well this surgery went, my son is considering having this same procedure done next year. I would recommend Dr. Rubinoff to anyone needing a periodontist.

I was referred to Dr Rubinoff by my general dentist. I was aware I needed some work done a few years earlier by my previous dentist, who had explained the seriousness of my receding gum line. Needless to say, I was anxious about having the procedure done. This year, I went for a consultation and was planning on having the surgery done, however, due to family emergency was not able to for several months. The office staff kept in touch with me and would check in like once a month, which I greatly appreciated. Once things were pretty much back to normal… my nerves kicked back in. My husband who had more questions and concerns scheduled an appointment to have his questions and concerns answered. All went well and we were both satisfied. I have to say, I was so worked up for nothing! The procedure went well and I did not have any pain. Just a little, minor itsy bitsy discomfort from having work done in my mouth… BUT NOTHING LIKE I WAS ANTICIPATING!!! Honestly, after experiencing this procedure, I feel comfortable to recommend to anyone! Especially by Dr Rubinoff and his staff! I’ve had two other friends who had this procedure done by other offices but I know my experience was the best!!! Any questions or concerns you have, just ask… they are so accommodating and will answer your questions. PIECE OF CAKE!!!

After being a patient of Dr. Rubinoff’s for over 18 years, I am very disappointed with how rudely I was treated by the receptionist (name starts with «K»). Dr. Rubinoff is professional and knows his business, but unfortunately the constant upselling became very annoying and ultimately his lack of customer service in the end made me realize that I need to look elsewhere where my business is more valued/​appreciated. Very shortsighted approach to customer service.

I recently had a surgical procedure done to correct a receding gumline condition below my front teeth. Two of my three sisters had similar surgery done years ago. One told me the experience was so horrible that she’d rather die than go through it again… yes, she was exaggerating a bit, but she said the procedure was truly horrible and painful. So I put off the surgery for a few years, until I got a referral from a friend for Dr. Craig Rubinoff.
I scheduled an appointment to have an examination. Upon arrival at his Poway office, near the corner of Poway Road and Pomerado Road (he recently moved his practice from Rancho Bernardo to Poway), I was greeted by a very friendly office staff. Dr. Rubinoff and his assistant, Antonella, spent at least 45 minutes conducting a very thorough exam of what should be done to fix my receding gumline condition. Dr. Rubinoff explained what the procedure would entail, and that he uses a laser instead of a scalpel for parts of the procedure, which reduces post-​op pain and speeds the healing process. Dr. Rubinoff and Antonella made me feel very comfortable that things would go well, so we scheduled the surgery for a date and time that was convenient for me.
The procedure went off without a hitch. The first couple days post-​op, some pain and discomfort was present, but by the third day the pain had virtually gone away. There was, of course, some numbness and discomfort. My diet for the first week consisted of juices, protein shakes, and soft foods. By the second week, I was back to a fairly normal diet, but still avoided hard, crunchy foods. The the third week, I was eating anything I wanted. I’ve been to two post-​op checkups, and Dr. Rubinoff assures me that the healing process is going as it should be.
It’s been six weeks since the surgery, and everything feels completely normal, almost as if the procedure hadn’t taken place. Kudos to Dr. Rubinoff and his staff! I highly recommend his services to anyone who needs dental or periodontal work. Check out his website,
(he’s a Navy guy, get it?) for more info on his services.

A very kind, professional and skilled surgeon.

Dr. Rbinoff is a real Mentch. His new office is beautiful. Staff are friendly and warm. Great experience going there. It was all well explained as we went along. I learned a lot, and I’m glad i found his place. Very short wait time in the waiting room. I’m going back in 6 months.

Never again. I can show you the missing front teeth, thanks to him. Fortunately I found a laser perio guy outside of RB that did good work.