Dr. Richard A. Rasmussen Jr.

 
 

PROFILE

Dr. Richard Rasmussen Jr. is one of the most experienced periodontal surgeons in the world having placed tens of thousands of implants since 1982 along with advanced soft and hard tissue reconstruction procedures. Patients turn to Dr. Rasmussen for state-of-the-art treatment in a warm, caring environment, and appreciate his thoroughness in explaining the range of options available to achieve the best possible results. Dr. Rasmussen is certified to provide Intravenous Conscious Sedation and has been consistently voted Tampa’s #1 Periodontal Practice by colleagues.

 
 

EDUCATION

He pursued his undergraduate and graduate studies at the University of Buffalo, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry followed by his Doctor of Dental Surgery with Honors.  He completed post-graduate training at the University of Alabama’s Post Graduate Periodontal Residency program, a hospital based program focused on interdisciplinary care and served as Chief Resident in his senior year.

Dr. Rasmussen is one of the few practicing clinicians who trained directly under Professor Per Ingvar Brånemark, the “Father of Dental Implantology” and is the only periodontist to have trained in craniofacial surgery with Professor Anders Tjellstrom. He was an early adopter in computer guided surgery as well as advanced bone reconstruction, incorporating autogenous bone blocks as well as titanium mesh.  Soft tissue procedures include autogenous as well as autologous grafts and the Pinhole Surgical Technique.

 
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CONTINUING EDUCATION

In addition to patient care, Dr. Rasmussen spends many hours teaching and is the director of the Seattle Study Club - Tampa and the Dental Business Study Club. Our focus is on restoratively driven comprehensive care but we always welcome patients with specific needs.

 
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PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS

One of Dr. Rasmussen's primary professional interests is dental implants. He has authored articles on the research and developments in this area for The Journal of Dental Research, The Journal of the Florida Dental Association, Implantology Update, and The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. Additionally, he authored a textbook entitled “The Brånemark System of Oral Reconstruction: A Clinical Atlas”. Dr. Rasmussen is a frequent lecturer and has been interviewed on radio and television discussing the subjects of periodontics and implantology.


EDUCATIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Dr. Rasmussen is also actively involved in clinical research. In addition to his appointment at the University of South Florida School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology, he has also worked on clinical trials with the Food and Drug Administration. Most recently, he was part of a multi-center study that resulted in the release of a new therapy for controlled release of antibiotics at the local site of infection. Currently, he is working on the development of new and more effective methods of bone grafting, in conjunction with dental implants.

HOSPITAL AFFLIATIONS

 
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What is a Periodontist?

Periodontists are specialists who are uniquely trained in providing the proper foundation for your smile, whether it involves saving natural teeth and replacing missing teeth. Their scope of expertise includes:

  • Treatment of gum disease (gingivitis, moderate or advanced)

  • Correction of recession (long tooth syndrome)

  • Placement of dental implants

  • Reconstruction of lost bone around natural teeth or areas for future implant placement

  • Smile makeovers: gummy smile, botox, lip repositioning, esthetic crown lengthening

  • Treatment of Peri-implantitis to protect your current implants

In addition to the four years of dental school, we spend an additional three years in an intensive residency program involving sedation training with anesthesiologists, development of a high degree of surgical skill, as well as working interactively with general dentists and other specialists and medical professionals. In essence, periodontists spend a minimum of 11 years in training!

Why Choose a Periodontist?

The additional training beyond dental school involves treating many patients with the "best of the best" as teachers and professors. By working with a periodontist, you are ensured the most effective treatment for your condition, as we spend an extensive amount of time practicing "evidence-based" treatment for our patients. There are certainly a number of treatment modalities available, from deep cleanings, surgery, laser therapy, etc. You should rely on the experience of somebody that has all tools available to them and can make the best solution to fit you - not a one-size-fits-all approach. You are unique and an individual - your treatment should be individual, as well.

Why Choose Us?

At Implant & Periodontal Therapy, we have over 40 years of experience creating beautiful smiles that are healthy and stable for our patients. We are leaders in the dental community, and have all the latest treatments and technology to make the patient experience as comfortable as possible. We take the time to go through all the options for treatment, and help our patients choose the one that is right for them. 

Although general dentists often treat the more mild forms of periodontal disease (commonly known as gingivitis) we specialize in the treatment of all forms of periodontal disease, which includes the more advanced forms of the disease. Unfortunately, many patients don't realize they even have periodontal disease unless they are told by another dental professional, as many patients do not feel any symptoms at all.

We specialize in all periodontal conditions, which includes treatment of both gum recession and smile makeovers. We will analyze the entire smile and overall condition of the gum tissue, and discuss all options with you. If there is an issue around your natural teeth, we have the experience and treatment options available to help. 

In addition to treatment of natural teeth, we are specialists in dental implants as well. In fact, Dr. Rasmussen authored a textbook on dental implants, and has placed over 22,000 of them. He is one of the most experienced clinicians in the world in the realm of dental implants, and as such he has lectured both nationally as well as internationally on the topic.