Periodontics and implants · Chicagoland
Full-mouth implants, without the fake gums.
Dr. Gromov has rebuilt smiles across Chicagoland for 25 years. A single tooth or a full arch — planned digitally, placed by a specialist, and finished so it reads as teeth rather than dentistry.
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Three things patients come for most.
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
Results you can measure
Actual patients of 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 anaesthetic, 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 and White
Healthy gums and a confident smile go hand in hand.
Two halves of one practice. Which one you need is what the first appointment is for — and it is more often Pink than people expect.
Pink
Save the teeth you already have.
Gentle laser treatment that fights gum disease without a scalpel or stitches. Caught early, periodontal disease is treatable and nothing has to be replaced.
Laser gum treatmentWhite
Replace what cannot be saved.
Full-mouth implants — All-on-4, 6 and X. Where the case allows, FP1 finishes: real-looking teeth with no fake pink gums, fixed in place.
Full arch without fake gums
Not sure which? Call 630-912-2700 — that is what the consultation decides.
Weighing it up
Implants, dentures and bridges
The three ways a missing tooth gets replaced. None of them is right for everyone, and the honest answer 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.
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. The consultation and 3D scan are where we settle that — not a brochure.
Am I too old for dental implants?
Age on its own is almost never the reason someone cannot have implants. What matters is the health of the gums, whether there is enough jawbone to hold the implant, and general health good enough to heal well. 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 rebuilds the foundation first, and there are implant techniques for shallow bone that avoid grafting altogether. People are told implants are impossible far more often than it is actually true — frequently by a practice that does not place them.
Does it hurt?
The placement itself is done under local anaesthetic and you should feel pressure rather than pain. If the dentist is the problem rather than the procedure, IV sedation means you sleep through it entirely. Most people describe the recovery as easier than an extraction.
How long does the whole thing take?
Three to six months from placement to the final restoration, most of which is the bone fusing to the implant. That part cannot be hurried — it is what makes the result permanent. In many cases a temporary tooth is fitted the same day, so you are not without one in the meantime.
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.
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 actually need.
Most people arrive expecting the worst. Often it is less than that — and either way you will be told plainly.
Call 630-912-2700Mon–Fri · 9am – 5pm · Serving Chicago, Schaumburg, Skokie and the surrounding Chicagoland area.