Prior to joining us at Dental Implants and Periodontology of Massapequa, Dr. Gewant ran his own successful periodontal practice where he performed all phases of periodontics and dental implantology for over 27 years.
Dr. Gewant has practiced as a specialist in periodontology and dental implantology for over 37 years. Dr. Gewant has extensive experience in treating gingival recession using Alloderm© grafting material. This can lead to dramatic improvements in cosmetic outcomes, as well as in long-term periodontal health.
Dr. Gewant earned his Bachelor’s degree from Stony Brook University in 1977 and went on to complete his D.M.D. degree at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 1981. Dr. Gewant then earned his Postgraduate Certificate in Periodontics, also from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, in 1984. He is a member of the New York State Dental Association, and past member of the American Academy of Periodontology and the Northeastern Society of Periodontists. Dr. Gewant has been happily married for over 31 years and has one daughter. He is an avid woodworker and fitness buff.