A. Burton Melton, D.D.S., P.A.

Periodontal care isn’t the kind of specialty people think about until they need it—then suddenly, terms like dental implants and gum disease treatment become urgent. A. Burton Melton, D.D.S., P.A. operates in that quiet corner of dentistry where precision matters more than flashy advertising. The practice handles the kind of work that keeps teeth anchored and gums healthy, from implant placement to managing periodontal conditions that general dentists might refer out.

Tucked along Montgomery Boulevard in Albuquerque’s northeast stretch, the office sits at 7520 Montgomery Blvd NE D3, a location that’s easy enough to find if you’re already familiar with the area’s layout. This part of town doesn’t scream “dental hub,” but it’s the kind of place where specialists set up shop—practical, unassuming, and aimed at patients who arrive with specific needs rather than casual drop-ins. Reviews paint a mixed picture, with a 2.8 rating from 18 Google reviews, suggesting experiences here vary more than the average practice.

The phone rings at (505) 883-7744 for anyone sorting out logistics or details before an appointment. Periodontal work isn’t the sort of thing most people research for fun, but when the time comes, the questions tend to be direct: recovery timelines, implant success rates, or whether sedation options are on the table. Answers to those usually come from the consult, not a website FAQ. This is the kind of practice where the work speaks for itself—or at least, it’s supposed to.

For anyone mapping out the trip, the directions place it just off the main drag, where the building numbers climb steadily toward the foothills. No frills, no grand promises—just the next step for whoever’s been told they need a periodontist.