Pure Perio - Megan A Ratliff, DDS, MS

Pure Perio, located at 1775 Glenview Rd Suite 212, Glenview, IL 60025, is a specialized periodontal clinic spearheaded by Dr. Megan A. Ratliff, a highly accomplished and board-certified periodontist. The practice, established in the 1960s and acquired by Dr. Ratliff in 2013, became Glenview's first female-led periodontology office. Pure Perio is dedicated to providing personalized and comprehensive periodontal care in a warm and welcoming environment. The clinic offers a wide range of services utilizing advanced dental technologies and techniques. Key treatments include: Periodontal Therapy: Addressing various stages of gum disease through non-surgical and surgical methods such as scaling and root planing, osseous surgery, and perio-maintenance. They also offer advanced laser gum therapy, including LANAP and LAPIP protocols. Implant Services: Specializing in dental implants to replace missing teeth, including single-unit implants, implant-supported bridges, and multi-unit implant-supported dentures like All-on-X solutions. They use 3D imaging and surgical guides for precise implant placement. Recession Therapy: Procedures like gum grafting (connective tissue and free gingival grafting) and the Pinhole Surgical Technique to address gum recession, which can lead to sensitivity and affect aesthetics. Other Surgical Services: This encompasses a variety of oral surgeries such as tooth extractions (with minimally invasive techniques), bone grafting (socket preservation, ridge augmentation, sinus augmentation), crown lengthening (esthetic and functional), frenectomy (lingual and labial), and biopsies for oral cancer screening. Preventative Services: Including digital X-rays, CBCT diagnostics, oral cancer screenings, regular dental cleanings, periodontal maintenance, fluoride treatments, night guards, and 3D scanning for impressions. Dr. Megan A. Ratliff completed her undergraduate and dental school education at Marquette University as a dental scholar, followed by specialty training in periodontology and a Master's in Oral Biology at the University of Louisville. She is a Diplomate of The American Board of Periodontology and a winner of the prestigious Billy M. Pennel Research Competition for her clinical research in bone regeneration. Dr. Ratliff is an active member of the dental community, having served as a past president of The Midwest Society of Periodontology and currently holding positions on various committees and societies. Beyond her professional achievements, she is also known for her passions in opera singing, sailing, and playing the violin. Pure Perio emphasizes a patient-centric approach, focusing on comfort, education, and optimal oral health outcomes.