Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants

Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants is a dedicated specialty dental practice located in Bay City, Michigan, headed by Dr. John Picard, DMD, MS. The clinic focuses on providing advanced periodontal care and dental implant solutions to patients in the Mid-Michigan region. Dr. John Picard is a highly skilled periodontist who underwent three additional years of specialized training beyond dental school to focus on gum disease treatment and dental implant placement. His expertise encompasses a wide range of procedures designed to address various oral health issues, from the early stages of gum disease to complex tooth loss. The services offered at Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants include: Gum Disease Treatment: They provide comprehensive care for periodontal disease, starting with non-surgical treatments like scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) to remove plaque and tartar below the gum line. For more advanced cases, they offer periodontal surgery to remove bacteria and, if needed, bone grafting to address bone loss. Soft Tissue Laser Surgery: Utilizing sophisticated digital technology, they offer soft tissue laser surgery as a less invasive alternative for treating periodontal disease and other soft tissue procedures. This method helps minimize bleeding, eliminates the need for stitches, and promotes faster healing. Dental Implants: Mid-Michigan Periodontics & Dental Implants specializes in various dental implant options to restore missing teeth. This includes traditional dental implants that replace individual teeth, as well as All-on-4® dental implants, a solution for replacing an entire arch of teeth with just four implants, often providing a more affordable and quicker recovery option than multiple individual implants. Gum Grafts (Gingival Grafts): For patients experiencing receding gums due to periodontal disease or other factors, Dr. Picard performs gingival grafting to restore gum tissue, protect exposed tooth roots from sensitivity and decay, and prevent further recession and bone loss. Arestin® Treatment: As part of their gum disease management, they may utilize Arestin®, a local antibiotic powder applied directly to the "perio-pocket" after deep cleaning to combat infection. The clinic prides itself on providing compassionate, state-of-the-art dental care in a comfortable environment. They utilize advanced bone graft and growth factor materials to ensure effective and efficient treatment outcomes. Dr. Picard and his team, which includes experienced dental hygienists and office staff, are committed to patient education, ensuring patients are well-informed about their oral health conditions and treatment options. Patients have consistently praised Dr. Picard and his staff for their professionalism, caring approach, and ability to make potentially anxious procedures like dental implant placement more comfortable.