Periodontics-Dental Implants-Athens
375 Hawthorne Lane
Athens, GA 30606
706-543-0026
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Meet Our Staff
Our Doctor
Dr. Neal Pylant is originally from
Marietta, Georgia, where he graduated valedictorian from Marietta High School in 1973. He received his undergraduate degree from The University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. Upon completion of his undergraduate degree, he attended dental school at The Medical College of Georgia and graduated in 1981. He then returned to The Medical College of Georgia for a postdoctoral degree in periodontics. After completing his postdoctoral education in periodontics in 1983, he moved to Athens and began a private periodontal practice.
Dr. Pylant is happily married. He lives in Athens and has four children.
Education
The University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee (Graduated in 1977)
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
- Cum Laude Graduate
- Member of Blue Key Honor Society
- Student Trustee
- Order of the Gownsmen
Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry (Graduated in 1981)
- Honor Graduate
- Mosby Scholarship Award
- International College of Dentists Award of Excellence
- Deans List
Certificate of Periodontics from the Medical College of Georgia in 1983
- Research in Furcation Involvement
Professional Affiliations
Member of Georgia Society of Periodontists
Member of American Dental Association
- Eastern District Dental Association President in 1990
Member of Clarke County Dental Society
- President of Clarke County Dental Society in 1985
Memberships/Civic Duties
Member of various church organizations
Leadership Athens graduate
- Chairman of Leadership Athens in 1990
Past Rotarian
Coached children's junior soccer
Special Interests
Dental Implants
1986: Nobel Biocare Certification Course
1990 & 1992: Augusta Institute Dental Implant Certification
1996: Pankey Institute Specialist Course
2004: MAP Institute of Dental Implants
2005 to present: Various continuing education courses in the fields of periodontics and dental implants to keep current with trends and procedures.
Our Staff
Our periodontal hygienists, surgical assistants and office coordinators are trained professionals who provide the finest individualized care. They regularly attend continuing education and other courses to remain current with the latest advances in periodontal and office-related technologies. Our staff strives to treat each patient in a precise, caring manner.
