Latham Periodontics, PLLC / Gum and Implant

Latham Periodontics, PLLC, operating under the website and common name "Gum and Implant," is a specialized dental practice located at 815 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110. The practice is led by Dr. Jang Choi, DMD, a highly qualified and American Academy of Periodontology board-certified periodontist. Dr. Choi's expertise lies in periodontics, which focuses on the health of the gums and the supporting structures of the teeth. His primary services include surgical dental implant placement, a procedure that replaces missing teeth with artificial roots and crowns that look and function like natural teeth. He also specializes in the comprehensive treatment of various forms of gum disease (periodontitis), which are caused by bacterial infections in dental plaque. Beyond these core services, Latham Periodontics, PLLC offers a range of advanced periodontal procedures. These include gum grafting, a surgical technique to address gum recession and expose tooth roots, and crown elongation, which exposes more tooth structure for prosthetic restorations. The practice also provides regenerative procedures designed to restore lost bone and tissue supporting the teeth, aiming to reverse damage caused by periodontal disease. Dr. Choi received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Temple University School of Dentistry and completed his specialty training at Eastman Dental Center. He has also served as a clinical instructor for the Lutheran Medical School AEGD program, demonstrating his commitment to dental education. His professional affiliations include the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Periodontology, the Upstate NY Periodontal Society, and the Third District Dental Society. The practice is dedicated to helping patients achieve optimal oral health and confident smiles through compassionate care and proven techniques in periodontics and dental implantology.