Dr. Aristidis Pontikas, DMD MS
PeriodonticsNPI: 1760500169
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Dr. Aristidis Pontikas is a board-certified periodontal specialist with 19 years of experience treating gum disease and placing dental implants in Phoenix. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh and completed specialized training in periodontal surgery and oral biology at Baylor College of Dentistry. Dr. Pontikas believes every patient's situation is unique, so he takes time to understand your specific needs and goals before recommending the most effective treatment for you. He uses advanced technology like dental implants and laser therapy to provide both surgical and non-surgical solutions for periodontal health. Dr. Pontikas is fluent in English and Greek, actively leads the Arizona section of the Southwest Society of Periodontics, and serves patients with special craniofacial needs through his work with Barrow's team.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Doctor of Dental Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
- Certificate in Periodontal Surgery, Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX
- Master's Degree in Oral Biology, Baylor College of Dentistry, Dallas, TX
Credential: DMD MS
NPI registered: 03/26/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Straumann® Systems for dental implants
- Periodontal laser therapy
Professional Memberships
- Southwest Society of Periodontics (Director, Arizona section)
- Barrow's Craniofacial team
- Canadian-American Periodontal research group
Beyond the Office
Director of Arizona section of Southwest Society of Periodontics
Member of Barrow's Craniofacial team serving patients with craniofacial disorders
Active in Canadian-American Periodontal research group
Born and raised in Texas City, Texas
Parents are first-generation Greek immigrants who settled in 1970
Fluent in Greek and maintains cultural roots
First dentist and periodontist in his family
Married to wife Debbie
Father of twin boys, George and Alex
Native Texan who relocated to Arizona (Valley of the Sun)
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