At Joseph R. Nemeth, D.D.S. & Associates, our practice has always been on the leading edge of patient care. We incorporate the newest technologies and techniques to bring state-of-the-art care to our patients. We believe that patient comfort is an essential part of quality dental care. Our entire staff is dedicated to assuring our patients' comfort and relaxation in a friendly and pleasant environment. What is Periodontics? Periodontics is a specialty within the field of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal (gum) diseases. It is a specialty that meets a widespread need. Periodontal disease strikes three out of four people and causes roughly 70 percent of all adult tooth loss. Frequently painless, it is a disease that can often be detected only by a dentist or dental hygienist. Dental Implants When tooth loss occurs, dental implants can be used to stabilize and support replacement teeth. Dental implants replace a tooth's roots and provide an anchor for the replacement teeth. Dentures and bridges that are anchored by dental implants can be as permanent and sturdy as natural teeth and in some cases, even more so. As a result, dental implants return a sense of self-confidence and well-being to patients' lives by providing stability similar to natural teeth.