Gum Disease
Nevins Dental Center – 3 Center Plaza, Suite 310 Boston, MA 02108
Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential, but when dental plaque builds up unchecked, it can lead to more serious conditions like periodontal disease, also known as gum disease.
Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential, but when dental plaque builds up unchecked, it can lead to more serious conditions like periodontal disease, also known as gum disease.
Meet Your Board-Certified Periodontists
Meet Your
Board-Certified Periodontists

MARC L. NEVINS, DMD, M.M.SC.
Dr. Marc L. Nevins is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, known for his expertise and leadership in both periodontics and implant dentistry.
With degrees from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and Tufts University Dr. Nevins has dedicated his career to advancing the science behind periodontal and implant treatments. He has received numerous accolades, including the 2023 American Academy of Periodontology Master Clinician Award, in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to the field.
At Nevins Dental Center, Dr. Nevins and his team are at the forefront of minimally invasive techniques, guided implant placement, and laser-assisted therapies that not only elevate treatment standards but also enhance patient comfort and results.
“Today, with innovations such as minimally invasive techniques, guided implant placement, and LASER assisted treatment, we are able to quickly complete procedures and make our patients more comfortable than ever before. This is a huge leap forward in dental implant treatment.”

Dr. Marc L. Nevins
Dr. Marc L. Nevins is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, known for his expertise and leadership in both periodontics and implant dentistry.
With degrees from Tufts University and Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Nevins has dedicated his career to advancing the science behind periodontal and implant treatments. He has received numerous accolades, including the 2023 American Academy of Periodontology Master Clinician Award, in recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to
the field.
At Nevins Dental Center, Dr. Nevins and his team are at the forefront of minimally invasive techniques, guided implant placement, and laser-assisted therapies that not only elevate treatment standards but also enhance patient comfort
and results.
“Today, with innovations such as minimally invasive techniques, guided implant placement, and LASER assisted treatment, we are able to quickly complete procedures and make our patients more comfortable than ever before. This is a huge leap forward in dental
implant treatment.”

JESSICA LATIMER, DDS, DMSc
Dr. Jessica Latimer is a practicing periodontist in the Greater Boston Area and part-time faculty member in the Department of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Latimer earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, graduating in the top of her class as a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. She subsequently completed her specialty training in Periodontology and Dental Implantology at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine , where she also obtained her Doctor of Medical Sciences (DMSc) in Oral Biology with Honors.
Dr. Latimer is a recipient of the Harvard Division of Periodontology Fellowship, American Academy of Periodontology Clinical Impact and Clinical Science awards and Harvard Presidential Scholarship. She is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, as well as an active member in several other professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration. American Association for Dental Research, International Association for Dental Research and American Dental Education Association. She is a founding leadership team member of the Osteology Foundation’s National Osteology Group USA division.

Dr. Jessica Latimer
Dr. Jessica Latimer is a practicing periodontist in the Greater Boston Area and part-time faculty member in the Department of Oral Medicine, Infection and Immunity at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Latimer earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Washington School of Dentistry, graduating in the top of her class as a member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. She subsequently completed her specialty training in Periodontology and Dental Implantology at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine , where she also obtained her Doctor of Medical Sciences (DMSc) in Oral Biology with Honors.
Dr. Latimer is a recipient of the Harvard Division of Periodontology Fellowship, American Academy of Periodontology Clinical Impact and Clinical Science awards and Harvard Presidential Scholarship. She is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, as well as an active member in several other professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration. American Association for Dental Research, International Association for Dental Research and American Dental Education Association. She is a founding leadership team member of the Osteology Foundation’s National Osteology Group USA division.
Patty Talks About Periodontal Disease
Patty Talks About Periodontal Disease
Our team will provide you with the comprehensive treatment you need in our modern multi-specialty office. These are the periodontal treatments available to you at Nevins Dental Center:
Our team will provide you with the comprehensive treatment you need in our modern multi-specialty office. These are the periodontal treatments available to you at Nevins Dental Center:
About Gum Disease
About Gum Disease
About Gum Disease
About Gum Disease
Periodontal Disease, commonly known as gum disease, is medically referred to as Periodontitis. It is an inflammatory condition caused by your body’s response to long-term (chronic) exposure to dental bacteria (dental plaque). If you leave plaque on your teeth for longer than two or three days, you will develop an acute condition called gingivitis (inflammation of the gums).
You can treat this condition by cleaning your teeth thoroughly and seeing a dentist or hygienist for tooth cleaning. If you don’t keep gingivitis controlled, you begin to develop periodontal disease. Periodontal disease occurs when your system has been trying to fight off the plaque bacteria for so long that your immune response begins to damage your gum tissue and the bone that supports your teeth. If you have certain health problems such as diabetes or if you smoke, you are more likely to develop periodontal disease. Once you have periodontal disease, your doctor will need to use more advanced techniques to control it and allow you to regain the health of your mouth.
Periodontal Disease, commonly known as gum disease, is medically referred to as Periodontitis. It is an inflammatory condition caused by your body’s response to long-term (chronic) exposure to dental bacteria (dental plaque). If you leave plaque on your teeth for longer than two or three days, you will develop an acute condition called gingivitis (inflammation of the gums).
You can treat this condition by cleaning your teeth thoroughly and seeing a dentist or hygienist for tooth cleaning. If you don’t keep gingivitis controlled, you begin to develop periodontal disease. Periodontal disease occurs when your system has been trying to fight off the plaque bacteria for so long that your immune response begins to damage your gum tissue and the bone that supports your teeth. If you have certain health problems such as diabetes or if you smoke, you are more likely to develop periodontal disease. Once you have periodontal disease, your doctor will need to use more advanced techniques to control it and allow you to regain the health of your mouth.

I had a severe periodontal disease and as a result needed several surgeries: extraction of 10 teeth, bone graft, gum graft, tissue regeneration, sinus lift, placing 5 implants – everything went excellent, painless. Dr. Nevins is the best, very professional. Dr. Mitchell did an excellent job with my 5 temporary crowns, looks amazing. I’m happy with the result. I highly recommend The Nevins Dental Center to anyone with any kind of oral troubles.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Gum Disease
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Gum Disease
WHAT HAPPENS IF PERIODONTAL DISEASE IS LEFT UNTREATED?
Periodontal disease may destroy the attachment fibers and supporting bone that hold your teeth in your mouth. Left untreated it can lead to tooth loss and expose you to systemic disease. Recently, certain types of periodontal disease have been linked to chronic inflammatory conditions such as Type I diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Periodontal disease management and oral health are crucial to maintaining your overall health and wellness.
HOW DO YOU TREAT PERIODONTAL DISEASE?
Depending on how severe your periodontal disease is and how much damage has occurred to the gum tissue and bone that supports your teeth, there are a wide variety of approaches such as pocket depth reduction, that can be used. Dr. Nevins will discuss this with you during your consultation and will suggest the best approaches to your problem. However, most periodontal disease can be treated today with minimally invasive laser gum surgery: LANAP
WHAT HAPPENS IF PERIODONTAL DISEASE IS
LEFT UNTREATED?
Periodontal disease may destroy the attachment fibers and supporting bone that hold your teeth in your mouth. Left untreated it can lead to tooth loss and expose you to systemic disease. Recently, certain types of periodontal disease have been linked to chronic inflammatory conditions such as Type I diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Periodontal disease management and oral health are crucial to maintaining your overall health and wellness.
HOW DO YOU TREAT PERIODONTAL DISEASE?
Depending on how severe your periodontal disease is and how much damage has occurred to the gum tissue and bone that supports your teeth, there are a wide variety of approaches such as pocket depth reduction, that can be used. Dr. Nevins will discuss this with you during your consultation and will suggest the best approaches to your problem. However, most periodontal disease can be treated today with minimally invasive laser gum surgery: LANAP.





