Periodontics & Oral Surgery of Manhattan Beach
Dr. Caden Lim, DMD, MPH

Periodontics - What is It?

Periodontics is one of the eight dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association.  It is an entire branch of dentistry dedicated to studying the soft tissues and bone supporting the teeth, focusing on the esthetic appearance of the gum and bone that make up the backdrop of the smile, researching new techniques for treating periodontal disease and, replacing lost teeth with dental implants.