Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that deals with the study of supporting structures of the teeth and treatment of diseases that affect them. It is one of the nine recognized dental specialties practiced by dentists. A person practicing periodontics is called a periodontist. The tissues covered under periodontics are alveolar bone, cementum, gingiva, and periodontal ligament. Untreated periodontal conditions can lead to teeth loss.

Gingivitis, periodontitis and gingival recession are some of the periodontal conditions treated under periodontics. Periodontics uses both surgical and non-surgical procedures to treat these conditions.

Another periodontal treatment option are dental implants. People who have lost some or all their natural teeth can regain oral functionalities with dental implants.

A periodontist treats periodontal otherwise known as gum diseases. A periodontist is trained to cover all aspects of gum disease. Periodontal procedures for prevention include the following: