At the 47VH clinic, we treat diseases of the gums and supporting tissues of the teeth. The clinic is exclusively dedicated to periodontology, implant dentistry, and advanced oral surgery. Care is tailored to both simple cases and complex clinical situations.
Schedule an initial consultation →A periodontist is a dental surgeon specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal diseases. They manage gingivitis, periodontitis, and tooth loosening. They also perform surgical procedures on the soft and hard tissues surrounding teeth and dental implants.
At the 47VH clinic in Nice, periodontology is practiced exclusively by Drs. Sylvain Leymarie and Sylvain Mouraret. Both hold a postgraduate degree in periodontology and implant dentistry from the University of Paris VII.
The treatments cover the full spectrum of periodontal care. They include non-surgical therapies, periodontal surgery, gum grafts, bone regeneration, and long-term maintenance.
Their field of expertise covers the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal diseases — gingivitis, periodontitis, gum recession — as well as surgery of the soft and bony tissues around teeth and implants. They also intervene in preventing recurrences through structured maintenance follow-up.
In France, periodontology is not an officially recognized dental specialty by the National Order of Dentists. However, some practitioners choose to limit their practice exclusively to this field after completing advanced university training, such as a Clinical Periodontology University Diploma or an Advanced Diploma in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry. This is the case for both practitioners at the 47VH clinic, whose practice is exclusively dedicated to periodontology, implant dentistry, and oral surgery.
Are you looking for a periodontist in Nice within a clinic entirely dedicated to this specialty? The 47VH clinic in Nice is a limited-practice facility focused on the treatment of periodontal and implant-related conditions. It does not provide general dentistry services.
Ce choix d’exercice ciblé garantit une maîtrise technique approfondie des actes parodontaux et chirurgicaux. Il permet également de consacrer une attention particulière à la stabilité biologique à long terme des dents et des implants.
Located on Boulevard Victor Hugo in the heart of Nice, the clinic welcomes patients from central Nice, the Carré d’Or, Musiciens, Gambetta, and Libération districts. It also receives patients referred by fellow practitioners for specialized periodontal care. Due to this focused activity, some patients travel from other regions of France or from abroad.
Our activity covers four main areas:
Treatment of periodontal diseases — Periodontitis is a bacterial infection that progressively destroys the supporting tissues of the teeth, including the gums, alveolar bone, and periodontal ligament. We perform non-surgical periodontal therapy (deep scaling and root planing) as a first-line treatment, followed if necessary by periodontal surgery for decontamination or regenerative purposes.
Muco-gingival surgery — We treat gingival recession and deficiencies in keratinized tissue using gum grafting procedures and periodontal plastic surgery techniques. These interventions allow root coverage, improve smile aesthetics, and strengthen the soft tissues around teeth and dental implants.
Treatment of peri-implantitis — Peri-implantitis is an infection of the tissues surrounding a dental implant. We perform diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, and, if necessary, implant decontamination surgery in order to preserve the implant and the surrounding bone.
Periodontal maintenance — After active treatment, we establish a structured and personalized periodontal maintenance program. Regular follow-up is essential to prevent recurrence and to ensure the long-term stability of treatment outcomes.
Some clinical situations go beyond the scope of standard periodontal treatment. For this reason, we manage all complex cases, including severe generalized periodontitis, deep bone defects, extensive multiple gingival recessions, and advanced peri-implantitis.
Periodontal regeneration — When bone destruction is significant, we perform guided tissue regeneration techniques to rebuild lost bone support. These procedures combine biomaterials and resorbable membranes to promote the regeneration of a healthy and functional periodontium.
Management of post-implant cases — Patients with implants presenting peri-implantitis or implant failure receive specific management. Depending on the situation, we perform surgical decontamination, bone reconstruction, or implant removal followed by re-planning of the treatment.
Multidisciplinary cases — We regularly collaborate with orthodontists, prosthodontists, and maxillofacial surgeons for cases requiring a coordinated approach. This organization ensures coherence of the overall treatment plan and long-term stability of outcomes.
Post-operative effects vary depending on the type of procedure performed. For non-surgical treatment (subgingival scaling and root planing), they are usually minimal: mild tooth sensitivity may occur in the days following treatment and gradually resolves.
For surgical procedures — gum grafting, bone regeneration, or decontamination surgery — post-operative effects are slightly more pronounced. Moderate swelling and local discomfort may be experienced for 5 to 7 days. These effects are generally well controlled with appropriate medication prescriptions systematically provided after each procedure.
In most cases, patients are able to resume their usual activities the following day. We also provide each patient with detailed written post-operative instructions, including hygiene recommendations, temporary dietary advice, and follow-up guidance to optimize healing.
Coverage by social security — Since April 2021, non-surgical treatment of periodontitis — subgingival scaling and root planing — has been partially covered by social security for patients with moderate to severe periodontitis (grades B and C). This coverage represents a significant advancement for patients with confirmed periodontal disease.
In contrast, surgical procedures — periodontal surgery, gum grafting, and bone regeneration — are generally not covered and remain the patient’s responsibility, although your private insurance may provide partial reimbursement depending on the terms of your policy.
Personalized treatment plan — The overall cost depends on the number of affected teeth, the severity of the periodontal condition, and any surgical procedures that may be required. For this reason, we systematically provide a detailed and personalized estimate after the consultation, following a complete clinical and radiological assessment.
Payment options — To facilitate access to treatment, we offer interest-free installment payment plans.
The periodontal consultation at the 47VH clinic systematically includes:
At the end of the consultation, we provide a detailed estimate and a report intended for your referring dentist, ensuring continuity of your overall dental care.
You may contact us directly, without prescription or referral letter. We respond to all requests within 48 hours.
Address : 47 boulevard Victor Hugo, 06000 Nice.
The clinic is accessible by tram (Jean Médecin stop), on foot from the Musiciens, Gambetta, Libération, Carré d’Or districts and the city center, as well as by car with parking available in the immediate vicinity.
We welcome periodontal patients from Nice and the Alpes-Maritimes area—including Antibes, Cannes, Monaco, Menton, and Grasse—as well as patients referred by their treating dentists from other regions of France and from abroad.
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Dr Sylvain Mouraret’s opinion
In my practice, patients often consult late because periodontal disease progresses for a long time without pain. However, persistent gum bleeding, bad breath, tooth migration, or mobility should all be warning signs. Diagnosis cannot rely on radiographs alone: it requires a full periodontal probing to detect periodontal pockets and assess attachment loss. The earlier the referral, the simpler the treatment and the better the long-term prognosis for the teeth.
A periodontist is a dental surgeon who focuses his or her practice on diseases of the gums and the supporting tissues of the teeth.
A general dentist provides comprehensive dental care: caries treatment, prosthetics, prevention, and routine procedures. In contrast, a periodontist focuses more specifically on periodontology, periodontal surgery, and implant dentistry.
This specialized practice allows the treatment of more complex situations: gum grafts, bone regeneration, advanced tooth loosening, or peri-implantitis.
Certain signs should prompt a consultation with a periodontist. The most common include bleeding during brushing, persistent bad breath, gum recession, or mobile teeth.
Pain during chewing or a sensation of gum detachment may also indicate periodontal disease. In addition, your dentist may refer you to the clinic if they detect periodontal pockets or bone loss.
The earlier the diagnosis, the simpler, more conservative, and more predictable the treatment.
Bacteria involved in periodontitis can be transmitted through saliva. This may occur during kissing, sharing utensils, or using the same toothbrush.
However, bacterial transmission alone is not sufficient to trigger the disease. Periodontitis also depends on individual susceptibility, immune response, smoking, diabetes, and oral hygiene.
In cases of severe periodontitis within a household, a preventive check-up for close contacts may be recommended.
Periodontitis is a chronic disease. It cannot be cured in the strict sense, but it can be stably controlled over the long term.
Periodontal treatment allows control of the infection, reduction of inflammation, and stopping of bone loss. However, the bone that has already been lost does not regenerate spontaneously.
In selected cases, regenerative surgery can reconstruct part of the bone support. Periodontal maintenance is then essential to prevent recurrence.
Yes. Smoking is one of the main risk factors for periodontitis. It reduces local immune defenses, slows down healing, and decreases the predictability of treatment outcomes.
Smoking can also mask gum bleeding. As a result, the disease may appear less active while it continues to progress.
Smoking cessation or reduction improves the outcomes of periodontal treatment. This is particularly important before a gum graft or regenerative surgery.
Periodontal treatments are performed under local anesthesia when necessary. Therefore, you do not feel any pain during the procedure.
After non-surgical treatment, tooth sensitivity may persist for a few days. It usually decreases gradually over time.
After periodontal surgery, moderate swelling or local discomfort may occur for a few days. An appropriate prescription and post-operative instructions are provided after the procedure.
Periodontitis is a chronic infection associated with persistent inflammation. It may be linked to certain systemic diseases, particularly diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
In diabetic patients, periodontal inflammation can make glycemic control more difficult. In addition, certain periodontal bacteria may enter the bloodstream.
This is why a comprehensive medical assessment is carried out during the consultation. If necessary, coordination with the general practitioner may be proposed.