Elite periodontal practice in Rochester, MN specializing in comprehensive periodontal disease treatment, dental implants, and esthetic periodontal enhancements. Committed to helping patients maintain optimal oral health, function, and esthetics throughout their lifetime.
Details
Phone: (507) 208-9124
Website: http://www.rochesterperiodontics.com/
Languages: English
Services
Cosmetic
- Esthetic Crown Lengthening — Procedure to address gummy smile, uneven gum margins, short teeth, or dark root surfaces
Implants
- CT Guided Implant Placement — Advanced implant placement using CT imaging guidance
- Dental Implants — Titanium artificial roots placed to replace missing teeth or secure removable dentures
- Implant-Supported Dentures — Dental implants placed to support and secure removable partial or complete dentures
- Multiple Tooth Implant Replacement — Implants to replace multiple missing teeth and avoid need for removable partial or complete dentures
- Ridge Augmentation — Bone grafting procedure to add bone material to deficient areas for adequate implant placement
- Single Tooth Implant Replacement — Implant placement to replace individual missing teeth without affecting neighboring teeth
- Sinus Augmentation — Sinus lift procedure to regenerate bone in upper back teeth areas for implant placement
- Socket Preservation — Bone graft procedure performed at time of tooth removal to prevent bone loss and maintain structure for future implant placement
Oral Surgery
- Biopsy Services — Tissue biopsy services available
- Frenectomy — Procedure to release frenum tension on the gum line to prevent gum loss
- Pocket Reduction Surgery — Surgical procedure to gain access to bacteria and infection below the gum line and smooth uneven bone contours
Periodontics
- Crown Lengthening — Procedure to move or remove gum tissue to allow access for proper restorative care on fractured or decayed teeth
- Periodontal Disease Therapy — Comprehensive treatment for periodontal disease including non-surgical and surgical approaches
- Periodontal Regeneration — Bone graft procedures to regenerate lost bone and gum tissue attachment
- Scaling and Root Planing — Non-surgical deep cleaning using ultrasonic instruments and hand instruments to remove bacteria and tartar from areas deep below the gum line
- Soft Tissue Grafting — Gum grafting procedures including connective tissue grafting and free gingival grafting to cover exposed root surfaces and create thicker gum tissue
Preventive
- Periodontal Maintenance — Regular three-month periodontal cleanings to maintain periodontal disease stability
Team
Dr. Bryan Recker (DDS, Periodontist Specialist), Periodontist
Founding provider at Advanced Periodontics & Implants with expertise in comprehensive periodontal and implant services
Dr. Shurduk, Periodontist
Periodontist specializing in periodontal and implant services
Caitlin (LDA, CDA), Dental Assistant
Treatment Coordinator & Dental Assistant with specialized knowledge in Periodontics
Barbara, Patient Care Coordinator
Former nursing assistant with 10 years healthcare experience, joined dental field in 2017
Kris (CDA (Certified Dental Assistant)), Patient Care Coordinator
15 years chairside assisting experience in Iowa, transitioned to office administration role in Rochester
Jessica, Patient Care Coordinator
Joined API team in 2025 with extensive healthcare background focused on patient care and compassion
Katie (RDH, LDA), Dental Hygienist
Specializes in periodontics with 15+ years experience as dental assistant and dental hygienist
Molly (LDA, CDA), Dental Assistant
Worked in general dentistry in Wisconsin before joining API in 2014, developed passion for periodontics
Sarah (LDA, CDA), Dental Assistant
Experience in pediatric dentistry, periodontics, and prosthodontics; specializes in periodontics
Hannah (RDH), Dental Hygienist
Focuses on establishing patient relationships and tracking progress in oral and overall health
Amy (BSN, RN), Registered Nurse
Background in hospital orthopedics and labor/delivery; holds dental radiology certification
Tara (RDH), Dental Hygienist
Over 25 years general dentistry experience; focuses on patient relationships and compassionate care
Abigail (LDA, CDA), Dental Assistant
4+ years pre-education dental experience with oral surgeon; completed internship with API team
What patients say
Vibe: professional
Overwhelmingly positive (16/19 five-star reviews). Patients consistently praise Dr. Recker and Dr. Shurduk's expertise, compassion, and attentiveness, particularly for anxiety-prone patients and complex procedures like implants. However, significant concerns emerge around appointment availability for urgent cases (5-week wait for infection), pricing transparency and cost competitiveness, and occasional staff dismissiveness. The practice excels in clinical outcomes and emotional support but has gaps in accessibility and billing fairness.
compassionateprofessionalanxiety-friendlypatient-centricdetail-oriented carewarm and welcoming
- Dental implant journey from extraction through placement with exceptional support
- Post-operative follow-up calls from Dr. Recker the day after procedure
- Root scaling and planing with severe anxiety management for long-time dental avoiders
- Tooth extraction and bone graft consultation process
- Same-day consult and treatment coordination