Business Details
Expert Periodontal & Dental Implant Care in Greenwich
Periodontal Associates has dedicated his career to advancing periodontal care and dental implantology since earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Northwestern University in 1992. After completing specialized training in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at Columbia University, where he also earned a Master's degree and certification in Periodontics, he has focused on addressing the systemic impacts of gum disease through cutting-edge research and clinical practice. With over two decades of experience, including five years as a faculty member at Columbia University, Dr. Chung prioritizes personalized treatment plans that integrate proven technologies to enhance both oral and overall health. His practice emphasizes patient education, minimally invasive procedures like LANAP, and regenerative therapies tailored to individual needs.Professional affiliations with organizations such as the American Dental Association and the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry underscore his commitment to excellence. Recognized as a top dentist in Connecticut since 2013, Dr. Chung combines academic rigor with compassionate care to address complex periodontal challenges. His approach balances scientific innovation with a deep understanding of each patient's unique health profile, ensuring solutions that are both effective and sustainable. By staying at the forefront of periodontal research and technology, the practice continues to refine its ability to deliver optimal outcomes for patients facing gum disease and related conditions.
Services
LANAP Laser Treatment
Bone Regeneration
Gum Recession Treatment
Ridge Preservation
Dental Implants
Periodontal Maintenance
Guided Tissue Regeneration
Sinus Elevation
Connective Tissue Grafting
Emdogain Application
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized expertise in periodontics and implant dentistry.
- We utilize FDA-approved LANAP technology for minimally invasive gum disease treatment.
- Our personalized treatment plans address both oral and systemic health impacts of periodontal disease.
- We combine academic research with clinical innovation to deliver proven regenerative therapies.
- Our practice has been recognized as a top dental provider in Connecticut since 2013.
What people say
Best professional in my area
Kind and compassionate
Generous with his time
Listens carefully
Advanced solutions
Services
LANAP Laser Treatment
LANAP is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive procedure using periodontal lasers to eliminate bacteria and regenerate tissue. This approach reduces pain and recovery time while stimulating natural healing of gums and supporting bone structures through targeted energy application.
Bone Regeneration
This service restores lost jawbone density through grafting materials and growth factors. Using techniques like guided tissue regeneration, it creates stable foundations for dental implants by rebuilding bone structure damaged by disease or trauma with biocompatible materials.
Gum Recession Treatment
Connective tissue grafts and allografts repair exposed tooth roots caused by recession. The procedure strengthens thin gum tissue, prevents further bone loss, and improves aesthetics while protecting tooth integrity through both autogenous and donor tissue options.
Ridge Preservation
Performed after extractions, this service maintains jawbone volume using bone grafts and barrier membranes. It prevents structural collapse, ensuring sufficient bone height and width for future implant placement while maintaining facial aesthetics and bite stability.
Sinus Elevation
This procedure adds bone material beneath maxillary sinuses to support upper jaw implants. By lifting the sinus membrane and placing graft material, it creates adequate space for implant integration where natural bone resorption has occurred in posterior regions.
People
Periodontal Associates
Periodontist
Dr. Chung earned his DDS from Northwestern University and completed periodontics training at Columbia University, where he taught for five years. With over 25 years of clinical experience, he focuses on regenerative therapies and systemic connections to periodontal health while maintaining active professional affiliations.
Questions
What periodontal treatments does Dr. Chung specialize in?
Dr. Chung specializes in LANAP laser therapy, bone regeneration, gum recession treatment, ridge preservation, and dental implants using minimally invasive techniques.
How does LANAP treatment benefit patients?
LANAP offers less pain, faster recovery, and bone regeneration without traditional surgery by targeting diseased tissue with precision.
Who qualifies for bone regeneration procedures?
Candidates are evaluated through comprehensive exams and 3D imaging to determine suitability for regenerative treatments addressing periodontal bone loss.
What causes gum recession?
Common causes include periodontal disease, aggressive brushing, tobacco use, bruxism, and genetic factors like thin gum biotype.
Are ridge preservation procedures necessary?
These procedures prevent bone resorption after extractions, maintaining jaw structure for future dental implants when needed.
