Why Your Dentist is Referring You to a Periodontist
Your general dentist has determined that your gums require special care, and has referred you to a periodontist. Periodontists are dentists who specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gum disease. By referring you to a periodontist, your dentist is showing a strong commitment to optimal dental care.

To help you understand why the treatment might be needed, and how your teeth can be saved, our Patient Education Center will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about periodontal therapy.

 
What Does a Periodontist Do?
Periodontists have had three years of extensive advanced training in the treatment of periodontal disease, in addition to dental school.  As specialists, they devote their time, energy and skill to helping people who need periodontal treatment.   Periodontics is one of the eight specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.

Dr. Polimeni offers a variety of non-surgical and surgical methods of treating periodontal diseases and repairing the destruction of the jawbone caused by it. He also surgically places dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth.