GDC Specialist No. 243906

Specialist Periodontal Care in Reading

An expert in periodontal care, providing compassionate treatment for advanced gum disease, gum recession, and implant care by Dr Josephine Bayliss-Chapman, a Specialist Periodontist.

Dr Josephine Bayliss-Chapman, Specialist Periodontist in Reading, Berkshire

Professional Memberships

British Society of Periodontology British Society of Periodontology
European Federation of Periodontology European Federation of Periodontology
Royal College of Surgeons of England Royal College of Surgeons of England
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Why See a Specialist Periodontist?

Your general dentist treats everyday dental health. A Specialist Periodontist has completed years of additional postgraduate surgical training focused exclusively on the gums, bone, and tissues supporting your teeth.

Doctorate-Level Training

DClinDent from Queen Mary University of London — the UK's gold standard in clinical periodontology.

Award-Winning Research

Winner of the British Society of Periodontology Poster Prize 2018. Published in the Journal of Dental Research.

Royal College Member

Periodontal member of both the Royal College of Edinburgh and the Royal College of England.

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Specialist Treatments

Accepting referrals for complex and severe periodontal cases across Berkshire.

Severe Periodontitis

Advanced non-surgical and surgical treatment to prevent progressive bone loss and save your natural teeth. Bone regeneration procedures are also possible to replenish lost bone.

Gum Recession Surgery

Mucogingival microsurgery to rebuild lost gum tissue, reduce sensitivity, and restore your smile line.

Implant Care

Treating cosmetic issues around implants or treatment of peri-implant disease.

Crown Lengthening

Aesthetic correction for a “gummy smile” or functional exposure of tooth structure for restorative work.

What Patients Say

Feedback from patients treated by Dr JBC.

I was terrified of losing my teeth. Dr Bayliss-Chapman explained everything clearly, and after treatment I can’t believe the difference. My gums are healthy for the first time in years.

Patient, Reading

The recession on my front teeth was making me so self-conscious. The gum grafting procedure was far less painful than I expected, and the results are amazing.

Patient, Caversham

Professional, kind, and clearly an expert in her field. My dentist referred me and I’m so glad they did. The whole team made me feel at ease throughout.

Patient, Berkshire

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