Periodontist Jobs
Periodontist jobs are open across private dental practices, group dental organizations, academic dental centers, and specialty clinics, at every level from new graduate to attending and department director, with specializations in implantology, osseous surgery, and regenerative periodontics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Periodontist
Location: Atlanta, GA Metro
Schedule: Part Time
Compensation: 30% of Collections + Daily Guarantee During Ramp-Up Period
Patient Mix: PPO/FFS
Benefits Eligibility: Employees regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week may be eligible for benefits.
About The Role
United Dental Corporation is seeking a Periodontist to join our growing team in the vibrant Atlanta Metro area. We are looking for a specialist committed to clinical excellence, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and comprehensive periodontal care. This opportunity is ideal for a provider who enjoys working closely with general dentists to improve patient outcomes and expand access to specialty services. Specific practice placement and schedule will be discussed during the interview process based on provider availability, regional needs, and business requirements.
- Diagnose and treat periodontal disease
- Perform surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy
- Place and restore dental implants (where applicable)
- Perform bone grafting and ridge preservation procedures
- Conduct periodontal maintenance evaluations
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans
- Educate patients on treatment options and oral health
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborate with general dentists and specialists to coordinate patient care
- Build long-term patient relationships through trust and clinical excellence
Clinical Opportunities
Providers with experience in the following are encouraged to apply:
- Surgical Periodontal Therapy
- Soft Tissue Grafting
- Connective Tissue Grafting
- Crown Lengthening
- Bone Grafting
- Ridge Augmentation
- Sinus Lift Procedures
- Implant Placement
- Implant Maintenance
- Full Arch Treatment Planning
- Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Care
Requirements
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Certificate in Periodontics from an accredited residency program
- Active Dental License in Georgia
- DEA Registration (or ability to obtain)
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Commitment to quality patient care
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Preferred
- Implant Placement Experience
- Advanced Bone Grafting Experience
- Full Arch Rehabilitation Experience
- Experience working in PPO and Fee-for-Service environments
- Multi-office specialty practice experience
Benefits
Employees regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% Employer Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Malpractice Insurance
- Continuing Education Support
Insurance benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid holidays become available after 90 days of employment. Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply.
Compensation
W-2 Employee Position
- 30% of Collections
- Daily Guarantee During Ramp-Up Period
- No Lab Fee Deductions
- Established Referral Base
- Multi-Office Specialty Opportunities
Professional Development
We support continued clinical development and encourage providers to expand their skills through continuing education, advanced surgical training, implant education, and interdisciplinary treatment planning opportunities.
Why Join United Dental Corporation?
- Established Referral Network
- Clinical Autonomy
- Modern Technology
- Strong Clinical Support Teams
- Multi-Location Specialty Opportunities
- Continuing Education Support
- Long-Term Career Growth
- Multi-State Practice Network
Apply Today
We are actively interviewing qualified Periodontists and look forward to learning more about your experience, clinical interests, and career goals.
Periodontist
Location: Atlanta, GA Metro
Schedule: Part Time
Compensation: 30% of Collections + Daily Guarantee During Ramp-Up Period
Patient Mix: PPO/FFS
Benefits Eligibility: Employees regularly scheduled to work 30+ hours per week may be eligible for benefits.
About The Role
United Dental Corporation is seeking a Periodontist to join our growing team in the vibrant Atlanta Metro area. We are looking for a specialist committed to clinical excellence, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and comprehensive periodontal care. This opportunity is ideal for a provider who enjoys working closely with general dentists to improve patient outcomes and expand access to specialty services. Specific practice placement and schedule will be discussed during the interview process based on provider availability, regional needs, and business requirements.
- Diagnose and treat periodontal disease
- Perform surgical and non-surgical periodontal therapy
- Place and restore dental implants (where applicable)
- Perform bone grafting and ridge preservation procedures
- Conduct periodontal maintenance evaluations
- Develop comprehensive treatment plans
- Educate patients on treatment options and oral health
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborate with general dentists and specialists to coordinate patient care
- Build long-term patient relationships through trust and clinical excellence
Clinical Opportunities
Providers with experience in the following are encouraged to apply:
- Surgical Periodontal Therapy
- Soft Tissue Grafting
- Connective Tissue Grafting
- Crown Lengthening
- Bone Grafting
- Ridge Augmentation
- Sinus Lift Procedures
- Implant Placement
- Implant Maintenance
- Full Arch Treatment Planning
- Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Care
Requirements
- DDS or DMD from an accredited dental school
- Certificate in Periodontics from an accredited residency program
- Active Dental License in Georgia
- DEA Registration (or ability to obtain)
- Strong communication and patient education skills
- Commitment to quality patient care
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Preferred
- Implant Placement Experience
- Advanced Bone Grafting Experience
- Full Arch Rehabilitation Experience
- Experience working in PPO and Fee-for-Service environments
- Multi-office specialty practice experience
Benefits
Employees regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% Employer Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Malpractice Insurance
- Continuing Education Support
Insurance benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Paid holidays become available after 90 days of employment. Benefits eligibility and waiting periods may apply.
Compensation
W-2 Employee Position
- 30% of Collections
- Daily Guarantee During Ramp-Up Period
- No Lab Fee Deductions
- Established Referral Base
- Multi-Office Specialty Opportunities
Professional Development
We support continued clinical development and encourage providers to expand their skills through continuing education, advanced surgical training, implant education, and interdisciplinary treatment planning opportunities.
Why Join United Dental Corporation?
- Established Referral Network
- Clinical Autonomy
- Modern Technology
- Strong Clinical Support Teams
- Multi-Location Specialty Opportunities
- Continuing Education Support
- Long-Term Career Growth
- Multi-State Practice Network
Apply Today
We are actively interviewing qualified Periodontists and look forward to learning more about your experience, clinical interests, and career goals.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers7
- University of the Pacific3
- 42 North Dental2
- Elite Dental Partners2
- GAP Solutions2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services12
- Education8
- Medical Devices7
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Human Resources1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in periodontist jobs.
- DDS or DMD degree plus a completed periodontics specialty residency program
- Active state dental license in the state of employment
- Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Periodontology
- Hands-on surgical implant placement and restoration experience
- Proficiency with periodontal electronic health record systems such as Dentrix or Eaglesoft
- Current BLS or CPR certification from an approved provider
Tips for Your Periodontist Job Search
Tailor your CV to each practice type
Private solo practices want clinical efficiency and patient volume experience, while academic centers weight research output and teaching. Reframe your experience to match the setting, not just the specialty. A one-size CV loses ground to candidates who mirror the employer's priorities.
Highlight implant case volume specifically
Many listings now filter for implant experience before a phone screen. Quantify your surgical case log by procedure type where your program allows. Reviewers who scan dozens of CVs stop on concrete volume, not on phrases like 'extensive implant experience.'
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists periodontist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research the payer mix before your interview
Practices differ sharply on fee-for-service versus insurance-heavy patient bases, and interviewers notice when you ask informed questions about it. Knowing a group's payer mix signals clinical business awareness and separates you from candidates focused only on surgical technique.
Prepare a structured case presentation for interviews
Many periodontal group practices and DSOs include a case presentation round. Choose two or three cases that show your treatment planning reasoning across complexity levels. Walk interviewers through your diagnosis, surgical rationale, and long-term maintenance plan.
Negotiate your buy-in timeline during the offer stage
Partnership and equity tracks are often negotiable at offer, not after you start. Ask directly about the buy-in structure, evaluation period, and what production benchmarks trigger the transition. Leaving this conversation to your first review can cost you leverage.
Periodontist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most periodontists?
The companies hiring the most periodontists right now include ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, University of the Pacific, and 42 North Dental, with the largest share of openings in New York, New Jersey, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is strongest at multi-specialty group practices and dental service organizations that maintain dedicated periodontics departments.
How many periodontist jobs are remote?
About 0% of periodontist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on surgical nature of the specialty. The roles with any remote component tend to be in tele-consultation, second-opinion review, or clinical education and training rather than direct patient care.
How do you become a periodontist?
You complete a four-year dental school program to earn a DDS or DMD, then apply to a Commission on Dental Accreditation-accredited periodontics residency, which runs for three years of advanced clinical and surgical training. After residency, you obtain a state dental license, and most practicing periodontists pursue board certification through the American Board of Periodontology to strengthen their candidacy with employers.
Can you get hired as a periodontist with limited experience?
New residency graduates are regularly hired into associate periodontist roles, particularly at group practices and dental service organizations that structure mentorship into the position. Employers hiring new graduates focus on your surgical case log from residency, your board eligibility status, and your comfort with the procedures the practice emphasizes, such as implant placement or osseous surgery, rather than years in independent practice.
What does the periodontist interview process look like?
Most practices begin with a phone or video call to confirm credentials and discuss practice fit, followed by an in-person day that includes a facility tour, meetings with clinical staff, and a conversation with the lead dentist or managing partner. Many group practices and DSOs add a case presentation round where you walk through two or three surgical cases. The final stage typically involves an offer discussion that covers clinical expectations and compensation structure.
Where can I find and apply to periodontist jobs?
You can find and apply to periodontist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that match your specialty focus and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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