Dentist Fayetteville Giving You Something to Smile About

  • 25,000+ Implants Placed
  • Placing 8–10 Implants a Day
  • Only Board-Certified Periodontist Within 100 Miles

Protect Your Smile 
With Dr. Vlassis

  • Since 1994, Dr. Vlassis has helped dental patients in Syracuse, Fayetteville, and throughout New York state build a healthy foundation for their smiles.
  • Dr. Vlassis can handle your case, no matter how simple or complex, without having to refer you elsewhere for care. He regularly receives referrals from all types of dentists.
  • Our patients are 16-100 years old. We help patients facing age-related tooth loss, congenitally missing teeth, dental trauma, gum disease, receding gums, bone loss, and more.
  • We have a 5-star rating on Google and 800+ 5-star reviews from satisfied patients.
  • Our Fayetteville dental office aims to create comfortable experiences for all patients, even if you've experienced significant dental trauma.

If you're ready to learn how Dr. Vlassis can help rebuild your smile, we invite you to reach out to us. You can send us a message, but the best way to reach us is by calling us directly.

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We Have 800+ 5-Star Google Reviews “Dr. Vlassis is an exceptional periodontist.”

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charles callura

2025

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Dr Vlassis is an exceptional periodontist and a very compassionate and kind person as well . He thoroughly explains his treatment before and during the surgery. Dr Vlassis understands that many patients suffer from anxiety and he and his entire staff from the front desk to the treatment room staff go the extra mile to keep their patients as calm and comfortable as possible.

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Pat Greenberg

2025

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Once again, Dr. James Vlassis and his staff have gone to extraordinary lengths to care for me in a professional and caring manner. I called at 9 on Monday morning with a tooth that fell out while I was home sick and became painful over the weekend. They got me in at 10 am, told me the remaining part of the tooth was badly infected, gave me options and performed the implant procedure I needed right away. I went home before noon and I was so relieved! By the next day I was feeling quite comfortable again. Dr. Vlassis is the best periodontist!

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Our Mission

"We are committed to offering a comfortable, serene, and welcoming environment where our patients that suffer from periodontal disease and complex oral health issues can achieve a restored, healthier, and more beautiful smile."

Dr. Vlassis

Rebuilding Smiles in Comfort

Our Featured Dental Treatments

Dental Implants

If you have missing teeth, we recommend dental implants because they're the only solution that can prevent the jawbone atrophy that comes with tooth loss, and they can be paired with a restoration to replace teeth from root to crown. With proper care, your implants can also last the rest of your life.

Dr. Vlassis can place dental implants and improve your candidacy for implants if you don't currently qualify for them. He can perform preparatory treatments like extractions, sinus augmentation, and gum and bone grafting to create a healthy foundation for your implants.

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Periodontal Care

As gum disease progresses, it can spread throughout your mouth and even affect your jawbone. The result is loose teeth and tooth loss. Gum disease also has overall health risks, like an increased risk of heart disease, respiratory disease, and cancer.

Gum disease can be reversed in its earliest stages, but it eventually requires periodontist intervention. Dr. Vlassis offers scaling and root planing, gum grafting, and pocket reduction surgery to preserve the teeth of his Fayetteville and Syracuse patients.

Sedation Dentistry

If you're feeling anxious about an upcoming procedure, you could benefit from sedation dentistry. Dr. Vlassis is trained to safely administer both oral conscious sedation and nitrous oxide. Oral conscious sedation is a pill you take before your procedure to keep you feeling calm, drowsy, and relaxed. Nitrous oxide is a gas administered through a nose mask that induces an elated feeling until the mask is removed and the gas wears off.

If you prefer general anesthesia, it is available at an off-site facility to ensure your health and safety.

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A Periodontist Handling Complex Cases

If you've been told by another dentist that you don't qualify for dental implants or your case is too complex, we invite you to call our Fayetteville team. Because we have a focus on periodontics, we're well-equipped to handle even the most severe cases.

  • About 80% of our patients are dental implant cases, and a large number of them were referred to us by their dentists.
  • Dr. Vlassis can handle every step of your treatment plan, from preparatory procedures through the placement of your implants.
  • Our practice features the latest technology in the field so procedures are comfortable and precise, and we deliver the results you desire the first time.

“A very good first experience.”

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Mellisa Lagoy

2025

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Dr Valassi and his staff were amazing. Almost all of my anxiety due to my upcoming procedure was relieved. Questions answered and most before I even asked. Welcoming smiles worn by everyone.

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Paul Sitzer

2025

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I had a very good first experience. He has a wonderful staff that are very attentive. He explained actually what he would be doing with my procedure. My follow up is very quick. His staff explained my costs and different ways to pay. I feel very confident with him.

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FAQ for Our Dentist in Fayetteville, NY

I'm having a dental emergency. Can you help?

Call us, and we'll try to fit you in for an appointment as soon as possible. We handle emergency cases like tooth pain, abscesses, dental damage from a car or skiing accident, and more. We'll do everything we can to offer you a swift and lasting solution.

Why should I choose a periodontist over a general dentist?

While your general dentist is a great choice for routine cleanings, exams, and fillings, they may not have the training and experience needed to perform oral surgery like implant placement and periodontal treatment. If you're a complex case or your general dentist doesn't perform periodontics, you can rely on the specialized training of Dr. Vlassis, our board-certified periodontist.

How do I know if I'm a candidate for implants?

Meet with Dr. Vlassis for a consultation. Our team will take scans of your teeth and jawbone to determine if you qualify for treatment or what it would take to get you to qualify. We can develop a customized treatment plan to rebuild the foundation of your mouth and create a beautiful and functional smile.

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James M. Vlassis DDS, MS, PC Periodontal Care & Dental Implants

Dr. James Vlassis is a board-certified periodontist who offers treatment of the very highest caliber. Patients choose him because of several distinctions. 

  • Is the only diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology in the area
  • Holds a United States Patent on dental implants
  • Has performed more than 25,000 implant procedures
  • Has published more than 40 articles in his field

Schedule a consultation at our office today by calling (315) 637-0777.

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