Dental Care Basics

With LANAP® trained clinicians from all over the country and world from different backgrounds and specialties, we decided to poll them on specific topics to get their feedback on what’s going on in patient treatment, dental business and the use of the powerful PerioLase® MVP-7™. This month, we asked several of our doctors what they […]

Concern over the widespread incidence of gum disease in the U.S. has increased as studies show its relationship to major systemic health issues, including heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, diabetes and obesity. Here is what we know about the relationship of periodontitis and certain serious diseases: Cancer Postmenopausal women with periodontal disease had a 14% […]

Concern over the widespread incidence of gum disease in the U.S. has increased as studies show its relationship to major systemic health issues, including heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, diabetes and obesity. Here is what we know about the relationship of periodontitis and certain serious diseases: Cancer Postmenopausal women with periodontal disease had a 14% […]

It’s human nature to procrastinate, and it seems like every year flies by quicker than the one before it. Bearing that in mind, there’s a big chance that you’ve reached December without scheduling your annual dental checkup. In a season filled with holiday planning, mall trips and the end-of-year crunch at work, your oral health […]

So there you are, back in middle school giving your presentation on the relationship between the three branches of government. You feel unprepared to give the presentation, because, after all, let’s face it: middle school was a long time ago. That’s when your teeth start falling out on the floor. You wake up. Thank goodness […]

The IALD (Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry) trains hundreds of dentists year in and year out, and one of our hallmarks is the live-patient training we offer. But a little-known by-product of offering this hands-on learning experience is that we have treated hundreds of patients over the years as a part of the program too, […]

Many dental practices have experience helping patients cope with their fears of dental care. They specialize in creating an environment of trust that helps the patient relax so they can get the dental care they need. From explaining what to expect and for how long to getting permission to continue, these dentists provide a framework […]

Do you feel uncomfortable when you hear the sound of a dental instrument or smell the antiseptic scent of a dental operatory? Have you avoided making your regular appointment, even though it’s been over six months since your last cleaning, because you don’t want to go to the dentist? Are you afraid of your dentist? […]

You have been brushing your teeth for years. However, you likely have also been doing it wrong for years. Most of us don’t give our teeth brushing technique much thought outside of the dental chair these days. However, we should. Experts have identified five ways most of us made mistakes brushing our teeth today. And […]