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Meet Doctor Janice Kaeley


I actually wanted to get into medicine originally, but I decided I wanted to have balance in life yet I still wanted to work with patients and help them. So for me dentistry provided that perfect balance. Now specifically periodontics, that was introduced to me while obviously I was in dental school and it was something that I just took to.

The entire oral systemic connection, the entire connection between the mouth and the rest of the body and how everything in your mouth is a gateway to everything, that was just something that pulled me in and that's it. There's no looking back. With every patient we try our hardest to tailor exactly what they need to what they truly need.

I'm very deliberate in my diagnostics. I take it to the point where I don't just choose for example an antibiotic without doing some salivary testing. So everything is very tailored to all of our patients to meet exactly what their needs are.

For those patients that haven't been to the dentist in a long time, I say you know absolutely no judgment. Come in, see what we can do. I'm sure there's definitely a way that we can help.

 I know that there is and just know that there is no judgment. Once you're here you've taken the biggest step that you possibly ever could and we're going to walk with you on this path and get you back into oral health.

Meet Your Periodontist

Janice Kaeley, DDS, MSD

Dr. Janice Kaeley is a periodontist dedicated to providing the highest level of care with genuine compassion for every patient. Serving the communities of Modesto and Turlock, she stays current with the latest periodontal procedures to ensure her patients have access to the most effective treatments available.

From your first appointment, her passion for dentistry and her commitment to your well-being shine through. She takes time to educate patients on their oral health and help them find the right path forward based on their specific clinical needs and goals.

Dr. Kaeley's path to periodontics began at the University of Toronto, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences before setting her sights on dentistry. She went on to complete her Bachelor of Dental Science at the University of Melbourne School of Dentistry in Australia, where her interest in periodontics and dental implants first took root.

Dr. Kaeley then came to the U.S., where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. There she earned membership in two prestigious dental honor societies: Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Phi Kappa Phi. Her time at USC deepened her commitment to periodontics, and she went straight from graduation to Indianapolis to pursue specialty training in periodontics and implantology at Indiana University. She earned a master's degree in dental science along with a minor in oral pathology at IU.

Today, Dr. Kaeley maintains active memberships in the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Contra Costa Dental Society.

Outside of her practice, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three beautiful children.

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Pleasant Professional Consultation

I had a very pleasant, professional and thorough initial consultation. A much better experience compared to another initial exam consultation I had at another Modesto periodontist. I was presented with the LANAP option (the other office never mentioned it, probably because they don't have the...

I had a very pleasant, professional and thorough initial consultation. A much better experience compared to another initial exam consultation I had at another Modesto periodontist. I was presented with the LANAP option (the other office never mentioned it, probably because they don't have the equipment).


William G.

Best in the Bay Area

I am now 3 months after the surgery and amazed by the results!! My gums are not sore/swollen at all & do not bleed anymore! I had consulted and done treatment last year for an entire year with another dentist and they were unable to repair my gums. I have only heartfelt thanks for Dr. Kaeley...

I am now 3 months after the surgery and amazed by the results!! My gums are not sore/swollen at all & do not bleed anymore! I had consulted and done treatment last year for an entire year with another dentist and they were unable to repair my gums. I have only heartfelt thanks for Dr. Kaeley for helping me repair my gums. Dr. Kaeley will check my pockets next year and I could require another round of LANAP depending on how deep the pockets are. Dr, Kaeley is very knowledgeable & experienced. I don't think there is another gum specialist here in the Bay area like her.


Sharmila S.

Exceptional Periodontist

Dr. Kaeley is an exceptional Periodontist. The staff is very polite and they make you feel very comfortable. I would recommend Progressive Periodontics to friends and family members. This is the office to be seen if you want or need a Periodontics procedure or treatment.

Leslie D.

ABSOLUTELY the best

I am beyond happy to have found this place. They're so caring, gentle and all the staffs are so friendly. I used to be so deathly afraid to get a basic cleaning for my teeth because no matter how much I tell them to be gentle at other places (due to sensitive teeth), they don't seem to listen...

I am beyond happy to have found this place. They're so caring, gentle and all the staffs are so friendly. I used to be so deathly afraid to get a basic cleaning for my teeth because no matter how much I tell them to be gentle at other places (due to sensitive teeth), they don't seem to listen but when I started going here for my gum treatments, I always look forward to going now. Please go here if you need periodontics treatment because they are ABSOLUTELY the best.


Maureen C.

Experience and Confidence

Great experience! Dr. Kailey is very experienced and her confidence puts you at ease. I had an implant done and it was a painless experience. I only wish she could be my medical doctor! The staff are very helpful and friendly. I Love this office!

Georget H.

Great Health Suggestions

Tracy was great! Gentle. She also provided great suggestions on how to maintain my oral health. I greatly appreciated her suggestions as I know my oral health impacts my general, overall physical health.

Priscilla R.

Feel Comfortable There

Dr.Kaeley is AMAZING. I am a person who is seriously afraid of the dentist and she made me feel so comfortable being there. I can say she is all about helping the patient feel comfortable and all about their health. I can't believe I'm going to say this, but I'm actually excited and looking...

Dr.Kaeley is AMAZING. I am a person who is seriously afraid of the dentist and she made me feel so comfortable being there. I can say she is all about helping the patient feel comfortable and all about their health. I can't believe I'm going to say this, but I'm actually excited and looking forward to the next visit.


Lisa T.

LANAP Surgery

My wife and I are so happy to have found Dr. Kaeley! I just had her LANAP surgery yesterday and have had no pain. Looking forward to each visit. The level of care is unbeatable, pricing is reasonable, clinic is state-of-the-art...so much to love here.

Juliette M.

Laser Treatment Went Great

Dr. Kaeley is awesome. I just had laser treatment (lanap) today and it went great. It was quick, painless. Dr. Kaeley was very patient with me and even joking during surgery. That made me to calm down little bit :). She explained everything what she was doing and she even called me in evening to...

Dr. Kaeley is awesome. I just had laser treatment (lanap) today and it went great. It was quick, painless. Dr. Kaeley was very patient with me and even joking during surgery. That made me to calm down little bit :). She explained everything what she was doing and she even called me in evening to ask how I am doing and if everything is ok. I recommend Dr. Kaeley to everyone.


Katie T.