GastonPerio Drs. Lanz, Nason & Lopez DDS, MS, PA

GastonPerio, officially known as Drs. Lanz, Nason & Lopez DDS, MS, PA, is a prominent periodontal and implant dentistry clinic located in Gastonia, North Carolina. The practice is led by a team of highly qualified periodontists, including Dr. John Lanz, Dr. Ronald Nason Jr., and Dr. Brenda Lopez. Their mission is to provide the highest level of comprehensive periodontal and implant dentistry services in a friendly, caring, and professional environment. The clinic emphasizes a collaborative, team-based approach, often coordinating with restorative dentists, orthodontists, and other dental specialists to ensure patients receive the most satisfying and predictable outcomes. They prioritize thorough evaluations, collecting necessary diagnostic data, and discussing findings and treatment options comprehensively with patients. GastonPerio offers a wide range of specialized services, including: Periodontal (Gum) Disease Diagnosis and Treatment: This includes scaling and root planing (deep cleanings), laser treatments to target bacteria, procedures to correct and rebuild supporting structures of teeth, maintenance cleanings for long-term stability, and antibiotic therapies. Dental Implants: With extensive experience (over 25 years and 7,500 implants placed), they utilize the latest digital technology for optimal planning and placement, using only premium quality dental implants and components. This service aims to replace one, several, or even an entire arch of missing teeth. Esthetic Periodontal Procedures: These include gingival (gum) grafting to cover exposed roots, correction of "gummy smile" appearance, and exposure of impacted teeth that are slow to erupt, often in coordination with orthodontists and restorative dentists for improved smile aesthetics. Oral Medicine and Pathological Services: They offer diagnosis and treatment for various oral problems, including biopsy services, and coordinate with physicians and oral medicine specialists as needed. Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment Planning: Addressing simple to complex dental needs, bite-related issues, loose or missing teeth concerns, and even temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues. The dentists at GastonPerio are committed to ongoing education, regularly attending continuing education courses and coordinating dental study clubs. Dr. Nason also holds a part-time teaching position at the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry. Dr. Lopez's professional interests include Digital Dentistry with a focus on Guided Implant Surgery, Esthetic Soft Tissue Management, and Guided Bone Regeneration. The clinic is well-regarded by patients for its friendly staff, low wait times, and thorough explanation of conditions.