Periodontics & Implant Dentistry of Tallahassee
Periodontics and Implant Dentistry of Tallahassee is a periodontal and dental implant practice on Kelcey Court in Tallahassee, Florida. The practice explains that gums are the foundation of a healthy smile and that problems with periodontal health can jeopardize both oral and overall well being, so its team specializes in that area of dentistry. Care is led by Dr. Matthew Rasmussen, a board-certified periodontist and Diplomate with the American Board of Periodontology, alongside periodontist Dr. Angelika Dzieza and a team of hygienists, dental assistants and patient coordinators. Treatment covers dental implants, implant dentures, All-On Fours In A Day and salvage work for failing implants, plus soft tissue grafting and gum grafting, osseous surgery, crown lengthening, periodontal plastic surgery and gummy smile treatments. Wellness services include exams, cleanings, dental hygiene, x-rays, scaling and root planing, oral cancer screenings and treatment for gingivitis and periodontal disease, and the practice also handles tooth extractions and emergency dental care. Patients who feel anxious can be offered nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation, chosen to match the severity of the anxiety and the complexity of the procedure. On cost, the office says fees are set against national averages with standardized pricing for the procedures listed in the office, that full-time insurance coordinators work to establish costs before treatment begins, that claims are filed for both in-network and out-of-network plans, and that it works with five third-party financing companies: CareCredit, Alphaeon, Proceed Finance, LendingClub and Momnt. The practice also states that it keeps to its appointment schedule so patients are seen on time.
Services
Dental implants
Implant treatment to close smile gaps and regain a strong bite, including implant dentures and care for failing implants.
All-on fours in a day
Replacement of a full arch of missing teeth with as few as four implants.
Gum grafting
Soft tissue grafting to address gum recession and improve both oral health and appearance.
Scaling and root planing
Deep cleaning below the gum line to treat gum disease and restore healthy gums.
Osseous surgery
Periodontal surgery for advanced gum disease affecting the supporting bone.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
4012 Kelcey Ct Ste 102, Tallahassee, FL 32308, USA
FAQs
What is a periodontist, and why would I need one?
A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in preventing and treating periodontal disease and in placing dental implants. Dr. Rasmussen is a board-certified Diplomate with the American Board of Periodontology, which the practice says means he has completed advanced training in those specialties and can help patients clear infection and replace missing teeth when necessary.
What treatments does the practice offer?
Services include dental implants, implant dentures, All-On Fours In A Day and dental implant failure and salvage, along with gum grafting and other soft tissue grafting, osseous surgery, crown lengthening, periodontal plastic surgery and gummy smile treatments. Wellness care covers exams, cleanings, dental hygiene, x-rays, scaling and root planing and oral cancer screenings, and the practice also handles tooth extraction and emergency dental care.
I have lost all my teeth. Could I still be a candidate for dental implants?
The practice says that no matter how many teeth you are missing you may be a good candidate, with the minimum criteria being a healthy mouth and a strong jaw bone. If you lack either one, Dr. Rasmussen can perform preliminary procedures to help you qualify, and he can replace missing teeth with as few as four implants in a single arch.
My gums are red and swollen. Do I have gum disease?
You could. The practice explains that swollen, red gums are a common sign of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease, which is relatively simple to resolve at that point. Left untreated it can advance to gum recession, jaw bone damage and eventually tooth loss, so the team recommends calling the office to have it looked at.
Dental work makes me nervous. How can you help?
The team offers sedation chosen to match the severity of your stress and the complexity of the procedure. Nitrous oxide is used for more mild cases to get a quick calming effect, and oral conscious sedation is available in the office to help you feel completely comfortable throughout the appointment.
Do you accept my dental insurance?
The practice is in-network with several dental insurance plans and says it can take and work with many more. Its team files claims whether a plan is in network or out of network, and full-time insurance coordinators help you understand what your plan will and will not cover before treatment begins. Contact the office to check your specific plan.
What if insurance does not cover the full cost?
The office says some medically needed procedures are not covered by dental insurance, so it works with five third-party financing companies to spread larger treatments over time: CareCredit, Alphaeon, Proceed Finance, LendingClub and Momnt.
When is the office open?
The practice is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm and on Friday from 7:00 am to 12:00 pm, and it is closed Saturday and Sunday. Call (850) 692-9200 to request an appointment.