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Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/18/2009
Expertise

Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".

Experience in the area

Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.

Organizations

American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society

Education/Credentials

I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.

Average Ratings

  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Timeliness 9.89
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Number of Questions (in Past 24 Hours) 0
  • Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour Period) 1
  • Total Questions (since joining AllExperts) 729
  • Volunteer Since 2006-06-11
  • Prestige Points 2440

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Recent Answers from Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com

2008-08-19 bone loss:

Hi Lynn, Studies have shown that people who have lost teeth due to periodontal disease, can have implants and they can do very well with them. I would suggest that you go see an implant specialist, such

2008-07-17 Implant:

HI In my opinion, you should get this taken care of now, before pregnancy. A cracked tooth can lead to an infection, which would require emergency treatment and medication. Once the cracked tooth is removed

2008-06-12 gum grafts:

Hi Stephanie, Recession isn't always a bad thing. When a person has a history of periodontal disease and bone loss, recession is a way to reduce the pockets and prevent or minimze bacterial colonization

2008-05-23 Adding Bone around Implants:

Hi Vicki, Thank you for your question, it is a great question! Bone grafting as well as gum grafts can be done around old implants. However, the results are sometimes unpredictable. The reason for the

2008-05-14 Perio scale - Periodontal Disease:

Hi Cathie, There is a different billing code for quadrants with 1-3 teeth. Insurance fees are usually lower than quadrants with 4 or more teeth. However, if your dentist is not in network with your

 

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