Shoreline Periodontics

Shoreline Periodontics is a well-established and highly-regarded dental clinic specializing in periodontics and dental implants, with offices in New London, CT, Westerly, RI, and Middletown, CT. The practice is led by a team of highly qualified and experienced periodontists, including Dr. Gregory A. Toback, Dr. Lavanya Rajendran, and Dr. Ellen Pearce. Dr. Toback, a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, founded the practice in 1998 and has authored papers in major periodontal and dental implant journals. He also has a special interest in treating patients with dental anxiety and is one of the few periodontists in eastern Connecticut licensed to provide conscious sedation. Dr. Rajendran is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and is also a clinical faculty member at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Pearce, a top graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, brings a high level of academic excellence and clinical competence to the team. The clinic is known for its commitment to using advanced technology and techniques for minimally invasive and predictable long-term results. They offer a comprehensive range of services, including treatment for gum disease using the FDA-cleared LANAP® laser dentistry protocol, which promotes tissue regeneration and faster healing. They are also experts in dental implant placement, utilizing state-of-the-art technology like cone beam CT imaging and computer-guided Navident technology for precise and successful outcomes. Other specialized procedures offered include the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique for gum recession and Wilkodontics for accelerated orthodontics. The team at Shoreline Periodontics prides itself on delivering compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based care to help patients restore their oral health and confidence.