A periodontist is a dental specialist who has limited his practice to treating gum and bone diseases. Our job is to help our patients keep their teeth with the management and treatment of the soft tissue and bone surrounding the teeth.

If teeth cannot be saved, then we provide dental implants, a "man-made tooth replacement," that allow the patient to eat, smile and enjoy life naturally.

Periodontists can also dramatically improve the beauty of a smile through cosmetic gum treatments.

"Being a St. Petersburg native and a second generation dentist, gives me a unique advantage in working with my patients to achieve their dental objectives."

"I graduated from the University of South Florida in 1984 and earned my Doctor of Dental Medicine in 1988 from Washington University in St. Louis. After graduating with honors, I completed my residency at Boston University in periodontics. I have been practicing in St. Petersburg since 1990."