Fellowship Training in Both Function and Esthetics
Dr. Bandar Almaghrabi is a board-certified periodontist with over ten years of experience in advanced gum therapy and implant surgery.
He earned his Master of Science degree and his Periodontics Certificate at the University at Buffalo and then completed fellowship training in implant dentistry and in periodontal esthetics. Those two fellowships pull in different directions, one toward the surgical foundation and one toward how the finished gumline looks, and cases in the smile zone need both.
Dr. Almaghrabi’s Area of Expertise
- Dental implant placement and restoration planning
- Bone grafting to rebuild ridge height and width
- Sinus lift procedures for upper arch implants
- Laser periodontal therapy for gum disease
- Gum grafting and esthetic soft tissue procedures
- Crown lengthening and gum contouring
Credentials and Training
- Board-certified periodontist
- Master of Science, University at Buffalo
- Certificate in Periodontics, University at Buffalo
- Fellowship trained in implant dentistry
- Fellowship trained in periodontal esthetic surgery
- Over ten years in clinical practice
Professional memberships:
- American Academy of Periodontology
Outside the Operatory
Dr. Almaghrabi reads, travels, and spends his free time with family, often finding somewhere new around the DMV.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a periodontal esthetics fellowship?
It is additional training focused on how gum tissue looks after surgery, covering procedures such as gum grafting, crown lengthening, and soft tissue contouring around implants in the visible part of the smile.
Does laser therapy replace traditional gum surgery?
Not in every case. Laser periodontal therapy can treat gum disease with less tissue removal and shorter recovery for many patients, but advanced bone loss can still call for conventional surgery. Dr. Almaghrabi will tell you which applies after evaluating your pocket depths and imaging.
How long do dental implants last?
With healthy gums and consistent home care, implants are designed to function long-term. The variable that most often shortens their life is untreated gum disease around the implant, which is why periodontal maintenance continues after placement.
Where does Dr. Almaghrabi see patients?
At the Prestige Dental Specialists office at 7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 910, in Annandale, VA 22003.
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Bring your questions about implants, gum recession or gum disease treatment to a consultation with Dr. Almaghrabi.
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Our Office
7617 Little River Turnpike, Suite 910
Annandale, VA 22003
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Our Hours:
Monday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Friday: 8:00am to 3:00pm