Periodontist – Farmington, CT

Do you accept dental insurance?

Yes. Our periodontal specialty dental office is in-network with Delta Dental and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and we’re happy to work with plans from several other providers as well. Just give us a call ahead of your appointment, and we’ll perform a complimentary benefits check, so you can have a good estimate of how much you’ll be expected to pay out of pocket for your treatment.

Is periodontal care covered by dental insurance?

The answer to this question will be different for each periodontal patient depending on the specific terms of their dental insurance plan, but typically, services like exams, cleanings, X-rays, sedation, and others associated with periodontal treatment can be covered by dental insurance. While dental implant surgery is often not covered, most dental insurance plans will help pay for the restoration that goes on top of the post.

What if I don’t have dental insurance?

Payment plans are offered to periodontal patients without dental insurance. Inquire about the details at your consultation.

What if I hold off on getting work done?

Unfortunately, problems like gum disease and tooth loss only tend to get worse over time without treatment. Any infections can continue to spread and even move beyond the mouth, and research shows that once a tooth goes missing, those around it are much more likely to fall out within a few years. Thankfully, this can be avoided, and any existing damage can be fully repaired by our fantastic periodontal team.

What is the Best Way to Find an Expert Who Does Dental Implants?

When you’re rebuilding your smile with dental implants in Farmington, you will want to make sure that every step of the process is being handled by a knowledgeable, trustworthy expert. It’s worth noting that there are three types of dental professionals who specialize in dental implant procedures: periodontists, oral surgeons, and prosthodontists. If you want the best results, you should turn to one of these specialists.

Our team includes two knowledgeable periodontists who are experts in precisely placing dental implants. Dr. Yusuf A. Sheikh is a member of the Academy of Osseointegration, an organization that focuses on advanced clinical techniques in implant dentistry. Meanwhile, Dr. Jesse Sorrentino has developed surgical techniques and presented research involving dental implants and other topics. Additionally, our dentist, Dr. Ryan Johnson, has completed specialty training in implant dentistry.

How Do I Find the Best Place to Get Periodontal Work Done?

Before choosing a periodontist for dental implant placement, gum disease treatment, or other advanced procedures, you should make a list of the traits that matter the most to you. For example, you likely want a practice that will take your dental insurance or is relatively close to where you live. Once you’ve found a periodontist who can meet your needs, you can check to see if they’ve gotten any reviews on Google, Facebook, or Yelp that give you a clearer picture of the kind of experience you can expect at their practice.

How Much Does Gum Disease Treatment Cost?

The answer to this question can vary significantly based on a number of factors, such as the severity of your gum disease and the exact type of treatment required. Once our team has examined your mouth and learned more about your unique needs, we can give you a personalized estimate of how much you can expect gum disease treatment to cost in your case. If you have dental insurance, we’ll file your claims for you and do everything we can to help you maximize your benefits.

What Do You Do If You Can’t Afford a Periodontist?

We care about making sure that our services are as affordable as possible for our patients. To that end, we accept all dental insurance plans, and we are in-network with Delta Dental and Anthem. If you don’t have dental insurance at all, we can instead help you apply for third-party financing. With this option, you can pay for your care in a series of budget-friendly installments spread out over a matter of months.