Comprehensive periodontal exam
Full pocket charting, 3D scan and a written treatment plan with photos of what we see.
Bleeding gums, loose teeth and failed dental work are what we handle all day. We will tell you straight whether a tooth can be saved before we talk about replacing it.
Fees below are typical and confirmed in writing after your exam and 3D scan.
Full pocket charting, 3D scan and a written treatment plan with photos of what we see.
Deep cleaning below the gumline with local anesthetic, usually two visits.
Minimally invasive alternative to flap surgery for moderate pocketing, less downtime.
Implant and abutment, placed with a 3D printed surgical guide. Crown billed by your dentist.
Rebuilding the site so an implant has something solid to anchor into.
Covering exposed roots to stop sensitivity and further recession, donor tissue or your own.
Dr. Nadine Escobar completed a three year residency in periodontics after dental school and has practiced in Sarasota since 2008. We limit our work to gum health and implants, which is why we invest in guided surgery, laser therapy and a cone beam scanner rather than spreading across general dentistry.
“I was told by two dentists that I would lose four teeth. Dr. Escobar saved three of them with laser therapy and deep cleaning.”
Warren J., gum disease treatment
“The implant went in on a Tuesday and I was back at work Wednesday with ibuprofen. I had braced for much worse.”
Lucille A., single implant, Bradenton
“They gave me a printed cost breakdown and the final bill matched it to the dollar.”
Steve R., bone graft and implant
Bleeding when you brush or floss is the earliest common sign, along with persistent bad breath, gums that have pulled back from the teeth, and teeth that feel loose or have shifted. Many people have no pain at all until it is advanced, which is why a pocket charting exam matters more than how your mouth feels.
Placement is a single appointment of about an hour. The implant then integrates with the bone for three to four months before your general dentist makes the crown. If a graft is needed first, add three to six months. We map the timeline for your specific case at the consultation.
Most dental plans cover scaling and root planing and some cover gum surgery, usually at 50 to 80 percent after your deductible. Implant coverage varies widely and many plans exclude it. We submit a pre treatment estimate to your insurer so you know your share before you commit.
The procedure is done under local anesthetic and you should feel pressure but not pain. IV sedation is available if you are anxious. Most patients manage afterward with ibuprofen for two or three days, and we call you the evening after surgery to check.
Implant consultations are free and include a 3D scan. Call the office or send the form and we will find you a time this week.