Appointments:
Our office staff will make every effort to suit your schedule when making appointments. Surgery appointments are generally one to three hours in length, and are usually scheduled in the morning or early afternoon.

Please give 48-hour notice when changing appointments. This will enable us to schedule another patient in need of our services.

Hospital Surgery:
We have staff privileges at both Edward Hospital and Loyola Medical Center. We can arrange to perform periodontal surgery under general anesthesia or I-V sedation.

What is a Periodontist?
A Periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention and treatment of periodontal (gum) diseases. Dental implants are also placed by Periodontist.

To become a Periodontist, one must spend a minimum of two years of advanced training in addition to four years of dental school.

What are the signs of Periodontal Disease?  Click to view diagram
· Red, swollen tender gums which bleed during tooth brushing or flossing
· Bad breath, or a bad taste in one’s mouth
· Teeth shifting, or spaces between the teeth becoming wider
· Loosening of teeth
· Receding gums
· A change in one’s bite

Please note: It is possible to have gum disease and not have one of these symptoms listed above. Since gum disease is usually painless, it is advisable to have regular checkups which include a thorough periodontal examination. These checkups should be scheduled every 3 to 6 months, depending upon the individual condition.