Dr. Larner is a Board Certified Periodontist with advanced training in Periodontics and Implants. Dr. Larner has practiced in Snellville for over 20 years. He received his undergraduate degree from Emory University and Masters of Science from Northwestern University. Dr. Larner obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery and completed his surgical residency program in Periodontics at Northwestern University Dental School in 1988. Dr. Larner is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontics, American Board of Periodontics, Georgia Society of Periodontics, Georgia Dental Association, Gwinnett Dental Society and Northern District Dental Association.. Important factors affecting the health of your gums include: Smoking/Tobacco use Diabetes Stress Clenching and grinding teeth Medications Poor Nutrition Genetic Susceptibility (Heredity Problems) Puberty,Menopause,Pregnancy in women Warning signs of gum disease: Bleeding gums during tooth brushing and flossing Red,swollen or tender gums Gums that have pulled away from the teeth Persistent bad breath Pus between the teeth and gums Loose,drifting or separated teeth A change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite A change in the fit of partial dentures