Periodontist - Immediate Hire

Periodontist — Full-Time

We provide comprehensive periodontal and dental implant care in a referral-based setting, working closely with general dentists across western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. We are seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Periodontist to join our team. This role suits a clinician who wants a full surgical scope, an established referral base from day one, and meaningful input into how the practice grows.

Diagnose and treat periodontal disease across the full spectrum of severity, including nonsurgical therapy, osseous surgery, and periodontal maintenance protocols

Place and restore dental implants, including single-unit, multi-unit, and full-arch implant rehabilitation

Perform advanced surgical procedures: guided bone regeneration, sinus augmentation, ridge preservation and augmentation, soft tissue and connective tissue grafting, crown lengthening, and frenectomy

Interpret CBCT imaging and plan guided implant surgery

Administer local anesthesia and [IV/oral conscious] sedation in accordance with Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners requirements

Manage surgical complications and provide appropriate postoperative care

Build and maintain referral relationships with area general dentists, including case consultation and follow-up communication

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in treatment planning with restorative colleagues

DDS or DMD from a CODA-accredited dental school

Active Arkansas dental license, or eligibility to obtain one prior to start date

Current DEA registration

Experience with full-arch implant protocols and digital/guided surgical workflows

3 clinical days per week, Tuesday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. - Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Reimbursement for licensure, DEA, and professional dues
• Relocation assistance and/or signing bonus available

Fort Smith is Arkansas's second-largest city and the medical and commercial hub of the River Valley, with a metro population of roughly 250,000. It offers a low cost of living, short commutes, strong public and private schools, and immediate access to the Ozarks and Ouachitas for outdoor recreation, with Northwest Arkansas and Tulsa both within easy driving distance.