Periodontists are gum and bone specialists, which makes them a natural fit for placing dental implants. This guide covers what to expect and realistic local cost ranges.
A dental implant is a small titanium post placed into the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root, topped with a custom crown. Because periodontists specialize in the gum tissue and bone that support implants, many patients in the Sarasota-Bradenton area see them for placement, especially in cases needing bone grafting or sinus augmentation first. Several local practices also offer full-arch options like All-On-4 and 'Teeth-in-a-Day.'
One titanium post plus abutment and crown to replace a single missing tooth.
Two or more implants supporting a fixed bridge across several missing teeth.
A full set of fixed teeth anchored on four or more implants in one arch.
Periodontists are the gum, soft-tissue and dental-implant specialists. After dental school they complete about three years of accredited residency. The defining credential is board certification — Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology — on top of AAP membership.
Procedure facts on this page draw on authoritative medical sources. Confirm specifics in a consultation.
American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) ↗American Dental Association — MouthHealthy ↗Verify a dentist’s credentials and Florida license yourself:
AAP — American Academy of Periodontology ↗ ABP — American Board of Periodontology ↗ Florida Board of Dentistry — License verification ↗