Originally from Long Island, New York, Dr. Duffy brings a strong educational background and a passion for patient care to our practice. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine from Tufts University in Boston, followed by a Master of Science degree and Certificate for Graduate Training in Periodontology from the University of Connecticut Health Center.
Dr. Duffy is proud to be a member of both the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Dental Association. She is dedicated to staying at the forefront of periodontal care through continued education and professional development.
Outside of the office, Dr. Duffy enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, traveling, exploring the great outdoors, skiing, and catching live music whenever she can. She is excited to officially call herself a Maine-iac!
Gingival recession defects and mucogingival deformities are common periodontal findings in the general population. Successful management of cases may look different based on varying clinical presentations, including: presence of bone loss, keratinized tissue width, extent of existing gingival recession defects, and presence of non-carious cervical lesions. Additionally, the management of soft-tissue deficiencies both prior to and after implant placement often entails a combined restorative and surgical approach in order to achieve ideal esthetic results. This session will provide a practical and comprehensive overview of soft-tissue management strategies at both teeth and implants.
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
Understand the fundamental goals, benefits, and limitations of soft tissue grafting
Identify mucogingival deformities at teeth and implants and determine when surgical intervention is indicated – and when it is not.
Explore interdisciplinary treatment planning and sequencing strategies to optimize esthetic outcomes.