Dr. Lonnie S. Rattner is a dentist who specializes in periodontics. His other prime focus, along with treating gum disease, is the placement of dental implants for some or all missing teeth. The primary function of this web site is to inform the general public about periodontal disease, dental implants and Dr. Rattner's practice.

If your dentist has referred you to a periodontist or if you are concerned about remaining in good health, it is important for you to be a well-informed dental consumer. Since gum disease afflicts 80% of the adult population (over 35), it is important for you to be fully informed.

The periodontist can enhance your smile by numerous techniques. Covering exposed root surfaces of teeth, regrowing lost bone, correcting ridge deformities, and correcting gum disharmonies can contribute to a winning smile.

Dental implants might be the answer if you have lost some or all of your teeth. The specialty of periodontics includes dental implant treatment. There are many advantages of dental implant treatment. Our section on dental implants will explain these advantages and what is involved in implant treatment.

Every working day, we attempt to make your visits with us as comfortable and as pleasant as possible. Quality dental care is an important part of our treatment philosophy. Our goal is to treat every patient as if they are our only patients. Our patient letter section will let you read actual letters sent to Dr. Rattner by his patients. These letters are written in our patient's own words about how it feel to be treated by Dr. Rattner.

It is essential that we work closely, as a team, with your referring dentist. However, a referral by a dentist is not required for a visit to our office. We welcome new patients from our existing patients, friends and the community.

We are extremely proud of our staff, which is comprised of dedicated professionals. They are caring and communicate well with the patients and each other. This ensures that the patient's dental and administrative needs are met as efficiently and as smoothly as possible.

Our ultimate goal is to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. We want to make your experience in our office an exceptional one. We are here to answer all of you questions and concerns and to provide solutions that will lead to your better health. Please don't hesitate to call us at 561-738-1777.