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A Diplomate is a periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory educational requirements of the specialty and who is certified by the American Board of Periodontology.To be educationally qualified for Board certification requires:
• Certification as a dentist, including basic college education and completion of dental school to earn the D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree and;
• Certification as a periodontist after postdoctoral study in an ADA approved program. This period of study is concentrated on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of periodontal disease.
In addition to the educational requirements, Board certification requires:
• Comprehensive written and oral examinations covering all phases of periodontal disease and its treatment, including dental implants.
• Presentation of detailed reports on a broad range of actual treatment personally provided by the periodontist.
• Recertification every three years.
Dr. Nordland is the Co-Founder of the American Academy of Periodontal Plastic Surgeons.
This is a unique organization comprised of distinguished individuals from virtually every facet of the dental profession. The members are educators who share a common interest in esthetics and excellence in the quality of patient care. Some of them are dedicated to academics full-time, while others are involved in continuing education, research and development. This diverse, multidisciplinary group meets once each year to share ideas and learn from one another. It is a collegial and friendly atmosphere underscored by mutual respect and admiration. This shows the level of respect for this dentist by their peers in all dental disciplines.