Tooth veneers are a popular cosmetic dentistry option that can transform your smile and boost your confidence. Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that cover the front surface of teeth, providing a natural look while correcting a variety of aesthetic concerns. Here’s a breakdown of the main benefits that make veneers a go-to solution for […]
Infant Tongue/Lip-Ties and Breastfeeding
Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) in infants is a condition where the strip of tissue, the frenulum, under the tongue or under the lip is shorter or tighter than usual, which can cause restriction. This can have an impact on breastfeeding, causing issues such as the following: Signs of a Possible Tongue/Lip-Tie Consequences of Not Treating Tongue-Tie or […]
Perio Protect Trays FAQ
What are Perio Protect Trays? Your Dental Hygienist or Dentist at Lake Forest Smiles may recommend something called Perio Protect Trays if you are having issues with bleeding or infected gums. Perio Protect trays are a simple, non-invasive, at-home method for improving gum disease. Gum disease can cause inflammation throughout the body and pathogens that […]
Safeguard Your Implants with LAPIP
The LAPIP protocol represents a minimally invasive method for addressing issues with ailing and failing dental implants. Proven Success in Preserving Implants LAPIP stands out as the sole patient-friendly, reliably effective treatment for ailing implants. Research indicates that 95% of implants afflicted with peri-implantitis and treated using the LAPIP protocol have successfully reintegrated within the […]
IDHA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Elizabeth Erkert is a dental hygienist who has forged an interesting path in her 24-year career! She is currently the Director of Dental Operations at Lake Forest Place. This month’s spotlight is on Elizabeth Erkert, a dental hygienist who has walked a unique path throughout her 24 years as a dental hygienist. She graduated from […]
What You Can Expect with LANAP® Laser Therapy
Approximately 75% of the U.S. population struggles with some form of periodontal disease, commonly referred to as gum disease. LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) laser therapy is one of the latest most effective methods of treatment for dealing with this issue. Who is a candidate for LANAP laser surgery? Patients with moderate-to-severe gum disease […]