Periodontist

Periodontist – Full-Time (Wednesday–Friday)

Premier Periodontics | Lexington, Kentucky

Premier Periodontics is looking for a skilled, patient-focused Periodontist to join our team. This full-time position runs Wednesday through Friday, so you can do rewarding specialty work and still have a four-day weekend.

About Us

Premier Periodontics provides comprehensive periodontal and implant care to patients in Lexington and throughout Central Kentucky. We combine modern technology with compassionate, personalized treatment, and we’ve built strong relationships with referring general dentists throughout the community. 

Lexington offers a great quality of life, with a vibrant downtown, a strong university community, renowned horse country, and a cost of living below many major metro areas.

The Role

You’ll diagnose and treat periodontal disease, place dental implants, and perform a full range of surgical and non-surgical periodontal procedures. You’ll work alongside an experienced, supportive clinical and administrative team that lets you focus on patient care.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and develop treatment plans for periodontal disease and related conditions
• Perform surgical procedures, including dental implant placement, bone and soft tissue grafting, sinus lifts, crown lengthening, and gingival grafting
• Provide non-surgical therapy, such as scaling and root planing and periodontal maintenance oversight
• Administer local anesthesia
• Communicate and coordinate care with referring dentists and specialists
• Educate patients on treatment options, home care, and long-term oral health
• Maintain accurate clinical records and follow all OSHA, HIPAA, and state regulations

Qualifications

• DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
• Certificate in Periodontics from a CODA-accredited residency program
• Active Kentucky dental license, or eligibility to obtain one
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Periodontology (preferred)
• Current DEA registration and CPR/BLS certification
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to excellent patient care
• New graduates and experienced periodontists are welcome to apply

Schedule

• Full-time: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation: Based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• CE allowance
• Established referral base and steady patient flow
• Modern facility with CBCT, digital imaging, intraoral scanners, etc.
• A friendly, experienced support team

Premier Periodontics is an equal opportunity employer.