Southern Roots Periodontics

Southern Roots Periodontics is a dedicated dental clinic located at 201 Martha Layne Collins Blvd Suite B, Highland Heights, KY 41076. The practice focuses on periodontics and dental implantology, providing specialized care for patients with gum disease and those in need of tooth replacement. The clinic is led by Dr. Ryan P. Estes, DMD, MS. Dr. Estes completed his undergraduate education at Transylvania University and earned his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He further specialized in Periodontics and Dental Implantology through a three-year residency program at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, where he also obtained a Masters of Dental Science. His research focused on the effects of smoking on dental implant success. Dr. Estes is actively involved in the dental community, holding executive committee positions in the Southern Academy of Periodontology and Kentucky Dental Association, and is a past president of the Northern Kentucky Dental Society. Southern Roots Periodontics offers a wide range of services designed to treat and prevent periodontal disease, restore oral function, and enhance esthetics. These services include non-surgical treatments like scaling and root planing and periodontal maintenance, as well as various surgical procedures. Surgical offerings encompass dental implants for tooth replacement, bone grafting and regeneration for jawbone health, gum grafting for receding gums, ridge preservation, and various laser periodontal surgeries such as LANAP® (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure). The clinic also performs esthetic crown lengthening for "gummy" smiles, surgical tooth extractions, and addresses conditions like peri-implantitis. They also offer sedation options for patient comfort and accept most major dental insurance plans, with various financing options available. Patients consistently commend Southern Roots Periodontics for its compassionate patient care, advanced technology, and skilled team. Testimonials highlight the friendly and attentive staff, the comfortable environment, and the thorough explanations provided by Dr. Estes regarding treatment plans. The practice is committed to providing a welcoming atmosphere and ensuring patients feel safe and at ease throughout their visits.