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 […]
The Best Gum Disease Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of: How LANAP Can Give You a Healthy Mouth Without Painful Osseous Surgery
It’s scary when the dentist tells you that you have gum disease. One hundred questions run through your mind. What is gum disease? How bad can it get? Can gum disease be treated? What is the best gum disease treatment? Am I going to lose my teeth? When you’re that anxious, it’s hard to figure […]
A Better Alternative to Oral Gum Surgery
Are you suffering from loose teeth, swollen or bleeding gums? Have you been told your only treatment options are painful surgery or expensive implants or dentures? There is another option that is more comfortable than traditional gum surgery, costs less than dental implants, and can save your natural teeth. At Lake Forest Smiles, we treat […]