Who is a periodontist?

A periodontist is a dental specialist who has the training and experience required by the American Dental Association to diagnose, treat, and prevent different forms of gum condition and tooth/teeth replacement. They are adapt at using the latest techniques to diagnose and treat periodontal issues and perform cosmetic periodontal procedures including advanced dental implant surgery, sinus lifting, bone regeneration/augmentation enhancing by growth factors extracting from blood all can be done under IV sedation .

After completing three years of dental school, periodontists must complete an extra three years of specialty postgraduate training through a hospital or university-based program accredited by the American Dental Association (ADA).

As research suggests a connection between periodontal disease and other chronic diseases of aging, some periodontal treatments require a deeper understanding and a higher level of expertise from a trained specialist. Patients with moderate to severe periodontal disease, or complex medical cases may benefit from care provided by a periodontist.

At Prestige Dental Specialists in Fairfax County, we proudly offer expert care to patients from Fairfax, Burke, West Springfield, Alexandria, and the surrouding areas.

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