Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Periodontist in Northbrook & Glenview, IL
Gentle Care Periodontics and Dental Implants is a specialized practice dedicated to providing advanced periodontal care and dental implant solutions. With over two decades of experience, our team prioritizes patient comfort and clinical excellence, utilizing cutting-edge technologies like LANAP and the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique. Our founder, Dr. Edward Segal, is a board-certified periodontist who combines extensive academic training with a commitment to personalized care. We specialize in treating gum disease, restoring smiles through dental implants, and offering sedation dentistry for anxious patients. Our practice is built on a foundation of continuous education, with Dr. Segal actively lecturing and teaching in the field of periodontics.We serve patients from Northbrook, Glenview, and surrounding areas, focusing on long-term oral health outcomes. Our approach integrates precision diagnostics, minimally invasive procedures, and comprehensive treatment planning tailored to individual needs. We maintain affiliations with leading dental organizations to ensure adherence to the highest professional standards. Patient testimonials consistently highlight our ability to deliver painless procedures, immediate cosmetic improvements, and exceptional post-operative care. Our mission remains centered on restoring oral health while preserving the natural aesthetics and function of every patient's smile.
Services
Dental Implants
LANAP
Chao Pinhole Technique
Sedation Dentistry
Full Mouth Dental Implants
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer LANAP-certified laser gum disease treatment with minimal recovery time
- Our practice specializes in the Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique for gum recession
- Dr. Segal holds teaching appointments and lectures on periodontic advancements
- We provide IV sedation dentistry for anxious patients
- Our team utilizes cone-beam CT scanning for precise implant placement
What people say
Painless procedure
Immediate cosmetic improvements
Compassionate care
Expertise in implants
Comfortable experience
Services
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide permanent tooth replacement solutions using titanium posts fused with jawbone tissue. Our practice offers single, multiple, and full-arch implant options with same-day placement capabilities. Utilizing guided surgery and cone-beam CT technology ensures precise implant positioning for optimal functionality and aesthetics.
LANAP
LANAP protocol treats gum disease using advanced laser technology without scalpels or sutures. This minimally invasive procedure eliminates infection while preserving healthy tissue, offering faster recovery and reduced sensitivity compared to traditional surgery. Patients experience immediate comfort improvements post-treatment.
Chao Pinhole Technique
This innovative technique corrects gum recession through small pinhole incisions rather than traditional grafting. The procedure repositions gum tissue to protect exposed roots, providing immediate cosmetic enhancement and long-lasting results without invasive surgery or extended recovery periods.
Sedation Dentistry
IV sedation options help patients overcome dental anxiety during periodontal procedures. Certified anesthesiologists administer conscious sedation to ensure complete comfort while maintaining patient safety through hospital-grade monitoring equipment and protocols.
Full Mouth Dental Implants
Full mouth implant solutions replace entire tooth arches using strategically placed implants supporting fixed prosthetics. This approach prevents bone loss, restores natural chewing function, and provides permanent alternatives to removable dentures through advanced surgical planning and immediate loading techniques.
People
Dr. Edward Segal
Periodontist
Board-certified periodontist with 30+ years experience, Dr. Segal specializes in dental implants and laser gum therapy. He lectures nationally, maintains teaching appointments, and combines second-generation dental expertise with cutting-edge technology for optimal patient outcomes.
Questions
What periodontal services do you specialize in?
We specialize in dental implants, LANAP laser therapy, Chao Pinhole Technique, and sedation dentistry for comprehensive periodontal care.
Do you offer same-day implant placement?
Yes, we provide same-day dental implant placement with immediate temporary restorations for qualified patients.
Is laser gum treatment painful?
LANAP laser therapy typically causes minimal discomfort with most patients reporting immediate post-operative comfort improvements.
What areas do you serve?
We serve patients from Northbrook, Glenview, and surrounding Illinois communities for periodontal care.
Can sedation help with dental anxiety?
Yes, our IV sedation options effectively alleviate anxiety while maintaining patient safety through advanced monitoring protocols.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact our office directly or use our online scheduling system to arrange your initial consultation with Dr. Segal.
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