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About Mississippi Periodontics & Implants

Conveniently located in the Old Town district of Ridgeland, Mississippi Periodontics and Implants specializes in offering the highest quality and innovative periodontal treatments to patients of all ages. Curtis Caskey, DMD, at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants embraces the highest health care values and he is committed to providing the best possible experience for all his patients.

With expert knowledge of the fields of periodontics and dental implants, Dr. Caskey is devoted to offering patients access the best care available. He believes in treating each patient as an individual and he strives to provide comprehensive treatment solutions uniquely tailored to each patient’s needs in a compassionate manner.

Curtis Caskey, DMD, at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants offers a wide range of periodontal services – including dental implants, gum grafting treatments, esthetic crown lengthening, and All-On-Four one day dental implant treatment. Dr. Caskey can also perform sinus lifts, pinhole gum rejuvenation, and tooth extractions.

Comfort is at the forefront of the practice’s philosophy. The team at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants offers various levels of sedation to ensure that all of their patients feel comfortable during any given procedure. Mississippi Periodontics and Implants is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and trustworthy environment for all patients and we are here to answer all your questions as clearly and informatively as possible.

With over 40 years experience in oral surgery and periodontics, Dr. Victor Terranova has placed thousands of implants. Here he discusses stem cell therapy using PRP for dental implants, multiple dental implants and full mouth reconstruction and the dangers of periodontal disease.

With over 40 years experience in oral surgery and periodontics, Dr. Victor Terranova has placed thousands of implants. Here he discusses stem cell therapy using PRP for dental implants, multiple dental implants and full mouth reconstruction and the dangers of periodontal disease.

Dr. Debra Westervelt is originally from Hemet, a small town in Southern California. In her early years of college, she found a passion in healthcare where she felt she could best impact her community and graduated with a degree in biology from La Sierra University at the top of her class. She then earned a doctorate degree at the acclaimed University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Westervelt loves every aspect of dentistry and worked as a general dentist in the Napa area for several years. She enjoyed working closely with many specialists and collaborating in changing people’s lives. She was heavily involved in study clubs and advanced continuing education and became inspired by the specialists she had the opportunity to work with.

Fascinated with the connection between oral and systemic health and determined to further her education, Dr. Westervelt obtained her specialty certificate in periodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dr. Westervelt is passionate about helping her community by improving each patient’s overall health through ideal periodontal health. She understands the importance of comprehensive dental care and working closely with other experts in both dentistry and medicine. Her unique point of view as both a general dentist and a periodontist allows a broad understanding of her patient’s wants and needs. Patient care is Dr. Westervelt’s top priority, and this sentiment is felt by each patient she treats.

In her free time, Dr. Westervelt enjoys hiking, camping, and bike rides with her dog Jake. She enjoys gardening and cooking with her husband, Reed.  She loves the Bay Area and enjoys exploring the surrounding ocean, mountains, and towns whenever she has the opportunity.

Lynna Bui, DDS, MPH, of Ueno Center Dental Specialists in Campbell, California, is a Bay Area native. Her interest in medicine started early, graduating with a degree in biology from the University of California, Irvine, before earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery at Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago, Illinois.

Dentistry came first, but it wasn’t long before Dr. Bui focused on a future in periodontology. She went back to school to obtain her specialty certificate in periodontics from the University of Pittsburgh. Then, intending to give back to her community, she earned her Master's in Public Health from the Graduate School of Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh.

For over a decade, Dr. Bui owned a practice in Palo Alto, California, while also serving as an associate clinical professor in the periodontics department at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California. She co-authored articles featured in the prestigious Implant Dentistry journal and has lectured regionally and nationally on periodontology and implantology.

Dr. Bui is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology, the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association. She is also a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, in addition to being a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. 

For Dr. Bui, everything is always about her patients. She believes in collaborating with restorative dentists and other specialists to give you a concerted and systematic team approach that ensures comprehensive care and the best patient experience possible. 

Board-certified periodontist, Dr. Jeremy Ueno, is a Bay Area native and founder and owner of Ueno Center Dental Specialists in Campbell, California. From an early age, Dr. Ueno demonstrated a passion for medicine and technology. After graduating as a biology major from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), that for technology passion was apparent as he completed his internship and, later, served as an employee in the IT department at Genentech in South San Francisco. This helped form the basis of his appreciation for the intersection of technology and medicine that continues today. 

Ultimately, Dr. Ueno decided to pursue a career in dentistry, enrolling in Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. After Tufts, Dr. Ueno completed his surgical residency in periodontics at Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine in New York City, where he trained under some of the top clinicians and researchers in the world.

After his residency at Columbia, Dr. Ueno returned to the Bay Area, where he started Ueno Periodontics in Campbell. As the practice grew, Dr. Ueno decided to open the Ueno Center, where he committed to offering a wider range of dental services along with advanced technology for the ultimate patient experience.

Today, Ueno Center Dental Specialists is a busy, thriving practice with multiple surgical specialists and a phenomenal team. Nonetheless, Dr. Ueno continues to learn and grow as a clinician, taking between 200-300 hours of continuing education every year. He leads multiple study clubs and meets with dentists and specialists monthly to review cases and teach advanced continuing education. Dr. Ueno runs Spear Study Clubs, a Full Arch Study Club dedicated to teaching “Teeth-in-a-Day,” mini-residency programs, and a hygiene study club.  As a recognized leader in his field, he regularly lectures, nationally and internationally, on trending topics related to periodontology and implantology.

Dr. Ueno is currently a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontists, Academy of Osseointegration, Santa Clara County Dental Society, American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association.

Born and raised in San Jose, CA, Dr. Beniel Tamraz DDS, MS is a dedicated and caring periodontist. 

He earned his Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology, Physiology, & Behavioral Sciences at UC Davis and later graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, Class of 2020, where he held multiple leadership roles, engaged in community service, and received the American Academy of Periodontology dental student award. 

Dr. Tamraz furthered his specialization in periodontics at UCSF, earning a Master of Science while conducting research on platelet-rich fibrin in systemically compromised patients. He also contributed to research published in Clinical Advances in Periodontics, focusing on soft tissue techniques.

A proud member of the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Dental Association, Dr. Tamraz's expertise in periodontics encompasses managing periodontal disease, soft tissue gum rejuvenation, implantology, and bone regeneration. His dedication extends to providing dentistry to underserved communities through community service.

Outside of dentistry, he's a music composer and enjoys a range of outdoor activities, including climbing, backpacking, mountain biking, and snowboarding.

Dr. Tamraz is excited to bring his expertise in periodontics to the Albany community, ensuring top-notch care and service for his patients.

Dr. Fani is our gum specialist. She completed her undergraduate studies at UC Irvine and UCLA, followed by her dental degree from USC, where she graduated with honors. Dr. Fani continued her studies at USC to complete her postgraduate certificate in Periodontics in 1993. She continues to educate herself today in order to provide the highest level of treatment and patient satisfaction possible. Dr. Fani is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, the American Academy of Periodontology, and the San Fernando Valley Dental Association.