Dr. Gutt is board certified in the specialty of periodontics. He has earned the designation of Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, which is awarded to practitioners that complete advanced training and demonstrate their knowledge and skills by means of a rigorous examination and peer review process. Fewer than 20% of all periodontists have achieved this distinctive certification.

As a requirement of board certification, Dr. Gutt maintains his skill level through ongoing education. He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology and a leader in the South Florida professional community who frequently collaborates with other professionals to deliver the most comprehensive care.

Dr. Gutt is trained in state-of-the-art laser treatment of periodontal disease. He is certified in the use of the Periolase MVP-7, an advanced surgical tool that uses laser energy instead of scalpels and sutures in a technique known as the "Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure" or LANAP. He is part of an exclusive group of periodontists who are certified in the use of this technology.

Dr. Gutt is trained and certified in the use of the Pinhole Surgical Technique PST™, an incision-free procedure that involves making a very small hole and special instruments to loosen the gum tissue and move it over the areas with gum recession. 

Dr. Gutt has received international industry recognition for his contribution to the body of professional knowledge in periodontics. He was awarded first place in a case competition sponsored by the Straumann Company in 2010, and his expert case study was published in the Straumann Company's case book for practitioners.