World-Class Periodontal and Implant Care — Right Here in Midtown Manhattan
When it comes to your gum health and your smile, you deserve the very best specialist care available. But we also understand that cost is a real concern for many patients — and that worrying about price can sometimes keep people from getting the help they need.
At NYC Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, Dr. Scott O. Kissel is a board-certified periodontist committed to making exceptional, minimally invasive periodontal and dental implant care accessible to patients throughout New York City. From your very first consultation, our team is here to help you understand your options, work with your insurance, and find a treatment path that fits your life.
To schedule your consultation, call our dentist in Manhattan at (212) 702-9088. We welcome patients from across NYC, including Midtown, the Upper East Side, the Upper West Side, Murray Hill, Flatiron, Chelsea, and the surrounding neighborhoods.
What Does Affordable Mean When It Comes to Specialized Periodontal Care?
Finding an affordable periodontist in New York City doesn’t mean settling for less — it means finding a specialist who delivers exceptional results efficiently, uses the most advanced techniques to minimize complications and recovery time, and works with you transparently on cost so there are no surprises.
Periodontists like Dr. Kissel are dental specialists who complete an additional three years of graduate-level training beyond dental school, focusing exclusively on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease — and on the placement of dental implants. That specialized expertise matters enormously for your outcomes.
Dr. Kissel has spent over two decades refining minimally invasive microsurgical techniques that not only produce better clinical outcomes — they also mean fewer follow-up visits, faster healing, and less overall treatment needed over time. In many cases, the precision of his approach prevents more extensive (and more expensive) intervention down the road.
At our practice, affordable periodontal care means:
- Transparent consultations where Dr. Kissel takes the time to explain your diagnosis, your options, and the realistic costs involved — before any treatment begins
- Minimally invasive microsurgical techniques that reduce the need for repeat procedures and extensive recovery, saving you both time and money
- Personalized treatment planning so you are never recommended more than you actually need
- Flexible financial options to help make your care manageable
- Working with your insurance to maximize your benefits and minimize out-of-pocket costs
Who Seeks Periodontal Care at Our NYC Practice?
Dr. Kissel treats a wide range of patients — from those dealing with early-stage gingivitis to individuals who need full-mouth rehabilitation. Many are referred directly by their general dentist because Dr. Kissel’s microsurgical expertise is simply not available elsewhere in New York.
Patients with Gum Disease: About 50% of Americans are affected by periodontal disease, many without knowing it. Left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss, as well as serious systemic health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. Early, precise intervention by a skilled periodontist is far less involved and less costly than treating advanced disease.
Patients with Missing or Failing Teeth: An estimated 120 million Americans are living with missing teeth. Dental implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement, and as a periodontist with microsurgical training, Dr. Kissel’s implant placement is more precise, more comfortable, and associated with faster healing than conventional approaches.
Patients Referred by Their General Dentist: General dentists across New York City refer their most complex periodontal and implant cases to Dr. Kissel because his training and techniques — particularly his mastery of dental microsurgery — are unique among periodontists in the region. If your dentist has referred you to a periodontist, Dr. Kissel’s practice is a destination they trust.
Patients Who’ve Avoided Care Due to Fear or Cost: Dr. Kissel’s compassionate approach and advanced sedation options make periodontal treatment accessible even for the most anxious patients. His team will work with you on financing, and his minimally invasive methods mean the experience is dramatically more comfortable than traditional periodontal surgery.
What Makes Dr. Kissel Different From Other Periodontists
Many periodontists today claim to use microscopes. But true periodontal microsurgery is not simply traditional surgery performed under magnification — it requires years of dedicated, hands-on training that very few periodontists in the country have completed.
Our New York City periodontist, Dr. Kissel, trained directly under Dr. Dennis Shanelec, the pioneer of periodontal microsurgery and founder of the MicroSurgical Training Institute (MTI) in Santa Barbara. He is a longtime member of Dentorati, a small and highly selective study group led by Dr. Shanelec, where he has spent over a decade collaborating, refining techniques, and teaching other periodontists at MTI.
This level of training is extraordinarily rare among periodontists — and it translates directly into better outcomes for patients. Less tissue trauma. Faster healing. More predictable results. And in many cases, periodontal procedures that simply cannot be performed this precisely anywhere else in New York.
Dr. Kissel’s credentials at a glance:
- Board Certified Specialist in Periodontics
- One of only a handful of periodontists in the country trained in microsurgical techniques for Periodontics and Advanced Dental Implants
- The only periodontist in New York providing the SMILE Technique for implants and the Microscopic Pinhole Technique
- Expert in complex aesthetics, smile enhancement, and full-mouth rehabilitation
- Advanced training in oral sedation for patient comfort
- Member of a unique global microsurgical study club, where he continuously advances his skills
Advanced Technology That Serves You
Dr. Kissel’s commitment to minimally invasive periodontal care is backed by an exceptional suite of technology — each tool chosen to improve precision, reduce discomfort, and deliver better results:
- Surgical microscopes — for unparalleled precision in every periodontal procedure
- 3D cone beam imaging — for detailed diagnosis and computer-guided implant placement
- LANAP® laser surgery — for non-surgical periodontal treatment
- Piezo surgery instead of a conventional drill — for gentler bone work
- Perioscope — to view beneath the gums without surgery
- The Wand® — for virtually painless anesthetic injections
What to Expect at Your Periodontal Consultation
Your first visit to our Midtown Manhattan office is a conversation, not a commitment. Dr. Kissel will thoroughly evaluate your periodontal and oral health, listen carefully to your concerns and goals, and walk you through his findings in plain language — the way a specialist should.
He will then present you with a personalized periodontal treatment plan that is honest about what you need, what you don’t, and what it will cost. His compassionate nature and patient-first philosophy mean you will never feel pressured. He and his team are here only to help, heal, and educate.
If finances are a concern, speak with our team. We will do everything we can to help you find a workable path to the periodontal care you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find an affordable periodontist near me in New York City?
NYC Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is located at 501 Madison Ave, Suite 2101, in Midtown Manhattan — centrally accessible from virtually every neighborhood in the city. Dr. Kissel offers transparent pricing, works with most major insurance plans, and provides flexible financing options. Call (212) 702-9088 to schedule your consultation.
What is a periodontist, and how are they different from a general dentist?
A periodontist is a dental specialist who has completed three additional years of graduate training after dental school, focusing exclusively on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease and the placement of dental implants. Periodontists are the appropriate specialists to see for gum disease, gum recession, bone loss, complex implant placement, and other conditions affecting the structures that support your teeth.
Does Dr. Kissel take insurance?
Yes. Our team works with most major insurance providers to help maximize your benefits and reduce out-of-pocket expenses. We encourage you to contact our office, and our team will help verify your coverage before your appointment.
Is seeing a periodontist more expensive than seeing a general dentist?
Periodontal care does require a specialist-level investment — but Dr. Kissel’s minimally invasive microsurgical approach, faster healing times, and highly precise outcomes mean that patients often require fewer procedures and less follow-up care than they would with conventional treatment. Treating gum disease early and precisely is significantly less expensive than managing the consequences of advanced periodontal disease, tooth loss, and bone deterioration.
Why do general dentists refer patients to Dr. Kissel specifically?
His training and techniques are genuinely rare among periodontists. Dr. Kissel is one of only a handful of periodontists in the entire country trained in true periodontal microsurgery, and the only periodontist in New York City offering both the SMILE Technique for implants and the Microscopic Pinhole Technique for gum recession. General dentists refer their most complex cases to Dr. Kissel because they know their patients will receive periodontal care that simply isn’t available elsewhere.
What conditions does a periodontist treat?
Periodontists specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of gum disease — including gingivitis, periodontitis, and advanced periodontal disease — as well as the placement of dental implants and the management of conditions affecting the bone and tissue that support your teeth. Dr. Kissel also specializes in gum grafting, bone grafting, crown lengthening, and full-mouth rehabilitation.
What are your office hours?
Our Midtown Manhattan periodontal office is open Monday through Thursday, 9am to 5pm. Call (212) 702-9088 or book online to schedule your consultation.
Schedule Your Consultation with a Top NYC Periodontist
Whether you’ve been referred by your dentist, are concerned about bleeding or receding gums, or want to explore dental implant options with a specialist, Dr. Kissel and his team are ready to help. You don’t have to navigate complex periodontal issues alone — and you don’t have to travel far to access some of the most advanced periodontal care available anywhere in the world.
Call our New York City periodontist at (212) 702-9088 or book online to schedule your consultation. We look forward to welcoming you to our Midtown Manhattan practice.
