Dr. Reid Arthur Nelson, DMD

Periodontics

NPI: 1790878650

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About This Provider

Dr. Reid Nelson is a board-certified periodontist with 20 years of experience treating gum disease and placing dental implants in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned his DMD from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry and completed advanced training in periodontology at the Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Nelson uses advanced laser technology, including the LANAP® protocol and Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique™, to provide gentle and effective gum treatments. He is also active in teaching the next generation of dental professionals at the University of Louisville and volunteers with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Nelson is accepting new patients and is board-certified by the American Board of Periodontology.

Specialties

  • 1
    PeriodonticsPrimary

    Treatment of gum disease and dental implants

Education & Training

  • DMD, University of Louisville School of Dentistry
  • Periodontology studies, Medical College of Virginia

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 10/02/2006

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Areas of Focus

Periodontal diseaseGum disease treatmentDental implants (osseointegration)

Technology & Equipment

  • LANAP® protocol (laser treatment)
  • Chao Pinhole Surgical Technique™
  • Periodontal probe for pocket depth measurement
  • Specialized laser for targeted gum tissue removal

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Periodontology
  • Academy of Osseointegration

Beyond the Office

Involved with Department of Veterans Affairs

Lecturer at University of Louisville School of Dentistry (graduate and undergraduate levels)

Teaching position in periodontics

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