At Sierra Nevada Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, your smile is in the hands of specialists. Our experienced team in Reno, NV, is dedicated to diagnosing and treating gum disease, restoring lost tissue, and replacing missing teeth with state-of-the-art implant solutions, all under one roof.
We blend cutting-edge technology with proven techniques and a personalized approach, because we believe lasting oral health starts with care that’s tailored to you. Whether you’re seeking preventive periodontal therapy or a complex implant procedure, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Our team offers a full range of periodontal and implant services so you can receive specialized care in one convenient location.
We take time to listen, educate, and create personalized treatment plans that support each patient's goals and comfort.
Our practice brings advanced training and expertise in periodontics and implant dentistry to every procedure we perform.
We prioritize your comfort with modern technology, compassionate care, and sedation options when needed.
A periodontist specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions that affect the gums, bone, and supporting structures of the teeth. Patients often visit a periodontal specialist for advanced care, such as gum disease treatment, soft-tissue grafting, and dental implant placement. Our practice proudly includes the first board-certified periodontist in Reno, NV, bringing a long-standing commitment to expertise and specialized care for our community.
Dr. Amy French earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. Immediately following dental school, Dr. French completed a general practice residency at Denver Health Hospital in Denver, Colorado.
She then completed her specialty training in periodontics at the University of Colorado, Denver, from 2011 to 2014. Dr. French is Northern Nevada’s first female, board-certified periodontist. In 2024, Dr. French founded the Nevada Premier Dental Forum, which is affiliated with the prestigious Seattle Study Club and provides continuing education to other dentists in the community.
Dr. Sima brings over 15 years of experience as a periodontist and implant surgeon to Sierra Nevada Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Following his periodontics residency at the University of Toronto, he spent seven years at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine and the Forsyth Institute, providing periodontal and oral surgical care, conducting cutting-edge research, and teaching.
He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, has published over 30 research publications, and holds multiple awards for excellence in clinical, research, and teaching activities.
Dr. James K. Burnham earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee in 1999, followed by advanced specialty training in Periodontics through The George Washington University and the Naval Postgraduate Dental School in 2007. The State of Nevada also licenses Dr. Burnham to provide intravenous moderate sedation.
He is a Board-Certified Periodontist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, the highest distinction in his specialty. He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Dental Association, the Nevada Dental Association, and the Northern Nevada Dental Society.
I Wanted To Do Whatever It Took To Keep My Natural Teeth
I Wanted To Do Whatever It Took To Keep My Natural Teeth
