Building back what gum disease takes
Dr. Norachai Phisuthikul, who goes by Eddy, works at the difficult end of periodontics: rebuilding bone and soft tissue that disease or extraction has already destroyed, then placing implants into that rebuilt foundation.
He earned his DDS at New York University College of Dentistry and completed residency training at SUNY Stony Brook and Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He then served as an assistant clinical professor in the Department of Periodontics at Rutgers, teaching the procedures he performs.
He holds board certification in periodontology and implant dentistry. In 2025, Northern Virginia Magazine named him a Top Dentist in periodontics.
Dr. Phisuthikul’s Area of Expertise
- Dental implant placement, from a single tooth to full-arch reconstruction
- Bone grafting and ridge augmentation to rebuild sites for implants
- Sinus lift surgery when upper jaw bone height is insufficient
- Gum grafting for recession and exposed roots
- Laser periodontal therapy for gum disease
- Crown lengthening and gum contouring
- Full mouth rehabilitation in coordination with restorative dentists
Regenerative work is his particular emphasis. Where another approach might extract and move on, his default question is whether the site can be rebuilt well enough to hold an implant for decades.
Credentials and Training
- Board-certified in periodontology and implant dentistry
- DDS, New York University College of Dentistry
- Periodontics residency, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
- Residency training, SUNY Stony Brook
- Former Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Periodontics, Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
- Northern Virginia Magazine Top Dentist, 2025
Professional memberships:
- American Academy of Periodontology
- American Dental Association
- Virginia Dental Association
- Northern Virginia Dental Society
- Spear Education Master Program
- Pikos Institute alumni association
Dr. Phisuthikul leads a study club for area dentists alongside his clinical practice.
Outside the Operatory
Dr. Phisuthikul lives in Virginia with his wife. He trains in Thai boxing and CrossFit, has finished a marathon and a Half-Ironman, and spends his time off scuba diving and rock climbing.
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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