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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Periodontal and Dental Implant Specialists in Lansdale
North Penn Periodontal Associates has been dedicated to periodontal and implant care since 1973. Our practice combines advanced clinical expertise with personalized treatment planning to address gum disease, restore missing teeth, and enhance oral health. Led by Dr. Howard Gross, a board-certified periodontist with over 40 years of experience, we utilize cutting-edge technologies like 3D imaging and bone regeneration techniques to deliver lasting solutions.Our three-phase approach focuses on eliminating active disease, repairing damage, and preventing recurrence while prioritizing patient comfort and education. We maintain active affiliations with dental institutions and professional organizations to ensure our practice remains at the forefront of periodontal innovation.
Services
Dental Implants
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Bone Grafting
Crown Lengthening
Ridge Augmentation
Soft Tissue Grafting
Advanced Imaging
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Board-certified periodontist with 40+ years of clinical experience
- Advanced 3D imaging technology for precise diagnosis and treatment planning
- Comprehensive approach addressing disease elimination, repair, and prevention
- Active participation in continuing education and professional dental organizations
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
Associations and certifications
- American Academy of Periodontology
- American Board of Periodontology
What people say
Expert periodontal care
Professional staff
Advanced technology
Thorough explanations
Successful implant outcomes
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions that mimic natural teeth. Using titanium posts anchored in the jawbone, we restore single or multiple missing teeth with crowns, bridges, or dentures. Our precision placement guided by 3D imaging ensures optimal integration and long-term success rates exceeding 94%. Patients regain full chewing function and facial aesthetics while preventing bone loss associated with missing teeth.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
We offer comprehensive management of gum disease from early-stage gingivitis to advanced periodontitis. Treatment includes scaling and root planing, pocket reduction surgery, and regenerative procedures. Our approach focuses on eliminating bacterial infection, repairing damaged tissues, and preventing disease progression. Early intervention helps maintain natural teeth and reduces systemic health risks associated with untreated periodontal infections.
Bone Grafting
Bone augmentation procedures restore jawbone volume for implant placement or facial structure preservation. Using autogenous, allogenic, or synthetic materials, we rebuild deficient bone areas through guided tissue regeneration techniques. This enables successful implant placement in previously compromised sites while maintaining facial contours and preventing further bone resorption.
Crown Lengthening
This procedure exposes more tooth structure for restorative or cosmetic purposes. By reshaping gum and bone tissue, we create adequate space for crowns or improve smile aesthetics. Crown lengthening ensures proper restoration margins while maintaining periodontal health and preventing future gum recession around dental restorations.
Advanced Imaging
Our I-CAT Cone Beam CT system provides high-resolution 3D imaging for precise treatment planning. This technology enables accurate implant placement, detects hidden pathology, and evaluates bone structure with minimal radiation exposure. The open-environment design reduces patient anxiety while delivering detailed anatomical visualization for complex periodontal and implant procedures.
People
Howard Gross
Periodontist
Dr. Howard Gross earned his DDS from Universidad Central of Venezuela and University of Detroit-Mercy. He completed a periodontology residency and MS in Oral Biology at Boston University. A Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, he served as Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and maintains active teaching roles while practicing in Lansdale since 1973.
Questions
What is periodontal disease and why does it matter?
Periodontal disease is a bacterial infection affecting gums and supporting bone structures. Left untreated, it causes tooth loss and connects to systemic conditions like heart disease. Early detection and treatment prevent progression while maintaining oral and overall health.
How do dental implants compare to traditional tooth replacement options?
Dental implants offer permanent, stable tooth replacement that preserves jawbone structure. Unlike bridges or dentures, they don't require altering adjacent teeth and provide natural chewing function without adhesives or removal for cleaning.
What insurance and payment options do you accept?
We accept major dental insurance plans and work with patients to maximize benefits. Payment options include cash, checks, credit cards, and CareCredit financing to make periodontal treatments accessible and affordable.
Are emergency periodontal appointments available?
Yes, we prioritize emergency cases during office hours and provide after-hours access through our answering service for urgent periodontal concerns requiring immediate attention.
What advanced technologies do you use?
Our practice utilizes 3D cone beam CT imaging for precise diagnostics, laser therapy for minimally invasive treatments, and digital radiography to enhance treatment accuracy while minimizing radiation exposure for all periodontal procedures.
