Pink & White · Periodontics and implants · Chicagoland
Full-Arch FP1, without the fake gums.
Laser gum treatment and zirconia implants alongside it. Dr. Gromov has rebuilt smiles across Chicagoland for 25 years.
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Problems we solve
Start with what is actually bothering you.
You do not need to know the name of the procedure. Find the sentence that sounds like your situation.
I have missing teeth
There is more than one answer, and which one applies depends on how many teeth are gone and what the bone underneath is doing.
What we do about itMy gums bleed, or they are red, receding or swollen
Bleeding, redness, swelling, recession and persistent bad breath are the signs of periodontal disease.
What we do about itToo much gum shows when I smile
A "gummy smile" is usually a matter of proportion rather than disease — the teeth are the right size but too much gum tissue covers them, so they look short.
What we do about itI have difficulty chewing
Difficulty chewing usually means one of three things: teeth are missing and the bite has no support, teeth are loose because the bone holding them has been lost to periodontal disease, or a denture moves when it should not.
What we do about itI want a full arch that looks like real teeth — not fake pink gums
That is FP1 territory: a full-arch restoration finished so gum and tooth look natural, without the artificial pink acrylic many full-arch bridges use.
What we do about itI have an infected or failing implant
Peri-implantitis is inflammation around an existing implant, with bone loss underneath it.
What we do about it
Before and after
Real patients from this practice.
AfterFull-mouth zirconia bridges
Very loose and failing teeth throughout the mouth, replaced with implant-supported zirconia bridges.Before: Before treatment: severely loose and failing teeth across the upper and lower arches. After: After treatment: implant-supported zirconia bridges replacing the failing teeth.
AfterGum grafting
Receded gum tissue rebuilt to cover exposed tooth roots.Before: Before treatment: receded gums exposing the roots of the teeth. After: After treatment: restored gum tissue covering the previously exposed roots.
Photographs are of actual ImplantWIDE patients and are published with their consent. Individual results vary; the outcome shown is not a guarantee of the result any other patient will achieve. Treatment suitability is determined by clinical examination.
What patients say
Treated here? Tell us how it went — it helps the next person decide.
What actually happens
From the first appointment to the finished tooth.
01
Consultation
An examination and a periodontal evaluation. You describe the problem in your own words.
02
3D scan
A CBCT scan of the whole jaw, so the plan is built on your anatomy rather than an average.
03
The plan
You see the proposed result before anything begins, with the cost in writing.
04
Placement
Guided surgery under local anesthetic, or IV sedation if you would rather sleep through it.
05
The restoration
The crown, bridge or full arch is fitted to the healed implant. Then maintenance, for years.
Why a specialist
Gum disease and implants are all we do.
A general practice refers this work out. Here it is the whole practice — diagnosis, surgery and the years of maintenance afterwards, under one roof in Schaumburg and Skokie.
25 years of clinical experience
Dr. Konstantin Weingarten (Gromov) has practised implant and periodontal dentistry since 1999 and now serves patients across Chicagoland.
Two Chicagoland locations
Schaumburg and Skokie, so treatment and follow-up do not mean crossing the city.
Specialist, not general practice
Periodontics and implants are the whole of what we do, rather than one service among many.
Questions? Call 630-912-2700
3,000
Patients treated
across both locations
450
Combined 5-star reviews
Google and Facebook
25
Years of clinical experience
Dr. Gromov, since 1999
In network with most major plans
Implant and periodontal treatment is more affordable than most people expect. We will check your benefits before you commit to anything — and tell you plainly what is and is not covered.
Plan participation varies by location and by policy. Coverage is confirmed before treatment begins.
Pink & White
Healthy gums and a confident smile go hand in hand.
Pink is the gum. White is the tooth. That is ImplantWIDE’s approach — and what we teach on our FP1 courses. Which you need is what the first visit is for.
Pink
Save the teeth you still have.
Laser gum treatment for periodontal disease — no scalpel, no stitches. Caught early, nothing has to be replaced.
Laser gum treatmentWhite
Replace what cannot be saved.
Full-Arch FP1, zirconia, and titanium implants. When the case allows, FP1 means real-looking teeth with no fake pink gums.
Full-Arch FP1 / no fake gums
Not sure which you need? Call 630-912-2700.
Compared
Implants, dentures, and bridges
Three ways to replace a missing tooth. Which one fits depends on the bone underneath.
| Comparison | Dental implants | Dentures | Bridges |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it attaches | Into the jawbone, replacing the root | Rests on the gum | Anchored to the teeth either side |
| Effect on the jawbone | Stimulates it, so bone loss slows | None — bone continues to recede | None under the gap |
| Neighbouring teeth | Untouched | Untouched | Must be cut down to take the bridge |
| Chewing | Like a natural tooth | Reduced; can slip | Close to natural |
| Comes out at night | No | Yes | No |
| Typical lifespan | Decades, often permanent | 5–8 years before relining | 10–15 years |
| Up-front costImplants cost most at the start and least over twenty years. Both are true. | Highest | Lowest | Middle |
| Time to finishOsseointegration cannot be hurried. This is the real trade-off. | 3–6 months, including healing | Weeks | Weeks |
Common questions
The things people ask before booking.
How much does this cost?
We do not publish a price list — every case is different. You leave the consultation with a written plan and a written total before anything is booked. Insurance and 0% APR financing are worked through against that same plan. Details on the How can I afford this page.
Do you take my insurance?
We accept most major dental insurance plans and file claims on your behalf. We cannot accept Medicare or Medicaid. Bring your card to the first appointment and we will check the coverage before treatment is planned.
What are the steps from first visit to finished teeth?
Consultation and exam, a 3D scan of your jaw, a written plan with the cost, guided placement (local anesthetic or IV sedation), then the final crown, bridge or full arch once the implant has healed. Most people finish in three to six months; many leave with a temporary tooth the same day as placement.
Can you make a full arch look natural — without fake pink gums?
Yes, when the case allows. That finish is called FP1: teeth and gum that look natural, without the artificial pink acrylic common on many full-arch bridges. Bone volume, lip line, and gum health decide whether it is possible — settled at the consultation and 3D scan.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age alone almost never rules you out. What matters is gum health, enough jawbone to hold the implant, and general health good enough to heal. Plenty of our full-arch patients are in their seventies and eighties.
I was told I do not have enough bone. Is that the end of it?
Usually not. Bone grafting can rebuild the foundation first, and there are implant techniques for shallow bone that skip grafting. People hear “impossible” far more often than it is true — often from a practice that does not place implants.
Does it hurt?
Placement is under local anesthetic — you should feel pressure, not pain. Prefer to sleep through it? IV sedation is available. Most people find recovery easier than an extraction.
Do I need a referral from my dentist?
No. Referrals from general dentists are welcome and common, but you can book directly. If you were referred, bring the referring doctor’s name so we can request your records.
What if an implant placed somewhere else has failed?
We repair and restore implants placed by other practices, including cases of peri-implantitis where there is infection and bone loss around the implant. The sooner it is looked at the more of it can be saved.
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Where to find us
Two Chicagoland practices.
Schaumburg
1041 Woodfield Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173Skokie
5550 W Touhy Ave # 304
Skokie, IL 60077
Find out what you need.
Most people expect the worst. Often it is less than that — and either way, we will tell you straight.
Call 630-912-2700Mon–Fri · 9am – 5pm · Serving Chicago, Schaumburg, Skokie and the surrounding Chicagoland area.