Podcasts about lanap

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sirisha Bhandaru to explore the fascinating connection between oral health and sleep-disordered breathing. From jaw structure to teeth grinding, the mouth holds valuable clues about sleep apnea—clues that could lead to life-changing diagnoses. Dr. Bhandaru shares her expertise on how dentists play a crucial role in identifying sleep issues, what warning signs patients should be aware of, and how early intervention can improve overall health. Whether you're a dental professional or someone struggling with sleep, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss! In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ The link between dental health and sleep apnea ✅ Signs in the mouth that could indicate a sleep disorder ✅ How dentists can help detect and address sleep apnea ✅ The impact of untreated sleep apnea on overall health ✅ Practical steps for better sleep and airway health

Understanding the cost of periodontal treatment is essential, but choosing care based solely on price without knowing all options can lead to unnecessary expenses and complications. Dr. Ben Young emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and warns against profit-driven practices that may cut corners on patient care. He strongly recommends LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) over traditional surgical treatments for gum disease due to its effectiveness, shorter healing time, and lower cost when compared with other therapies that omit the electromagnetic energy component. To make LANAP more accessible, he has reduced its price to align with the cost of a single crown or root canal, making it a more affordable option than extensive periodontal surgery. Insurance coverage for periodontal treatment can be complex and misleading, often leaving patients with unexpected out-of-pocket costs, so understanding policy limitations is crucial. Finally, Dr. Young offers free gum health screenings to help patients assess their needs and connect with trusted general dentists to make sure dental health is maintained long term. Please pass this podcast along to those you know who might benefit.

Listen to Practice Booster's Dr. Greg Grobmyer as he outlines the proper way to use CDT coding for reporting the use of lasers in dentistry. From using diode laser for cutting tissue, to laser bacterial reduction (LBR) and laser assisted periodontal therapy (LAPT), to the LANAP and LAPIP procedures (as instructed by the American Academy of Periodontology) Dr. Grobmyer provides guidance on how to code and what may and may not be done when dental insurance is involved. Gum correction surgery with a laser. Coding for Lasers in Dentistry Want to know how to code for dental laser procedures? This is a common question topic we get through our email and call center support hub. While frequently viewed as a tool for the delivery of a procedure, there are certain circumstances where laser usage may be reported and billed separately from the procedure. In this episode of the Dental Code Advisor Podcast, Dr. Grobmyer will go into detail as to when separately reporting and coding for in lasers for dentistry is appropriate and what to expect from insurance payors. Dr. Grobmyer is currently the Chief Editor of Dr. Charles Blair's Dental Coding with Confidence book and Practice Booster's Insurance Solutions Newsletter, a contributing editor to the Dental Administration with Confidence, Dental Technology with Confidence, and Dental Documentation with Confidence books, a course creator and lecturer for DentalZing.com, Practice Booster's lead Revenue Enhancement Program Specialist, and host of The Dental Code Advisor Podcast. Practice Booster is the leading resource for information on how to best utilize the CDT code set; featuring the Code Advisor database, the Insurance Solutions Newsletter, administration resources, coding support call center, UCR dental practice fee analysis, and more. Visit us online at https://dentalcoding.com. The CDT codes are the property of the American Dental Association. Interpretations of the CDT codes in this podcast represent the opinions of our experts. Always refer to the latest CDT codes for use in your practice and contact the ADA directly for the ADA's interpretation of the CDT codes. You are responsible for your own use of the CDT codes. For more information, refer to ADA.org.

Listen to Practice Booster's Dr. Greg Grobmyer as he outlines the proper way to use CDT coding for reporting the use of lasers in dentistry. From using diode laser for cutting tissue, to laser bacterial reduction (LBR) and laser assisted periodontal therapy (LAPT), to the LANAP and LAPIP procedures (as instructed by the American Academy of Periodontology) Dr. Grobmyer provides guidance on how to code and what may and may not be done when dental insurance is involved. Gum disease surgery with laser. Coding for Lasers in Dentistry Want to know how to code for dental laser procedures? This is a common question topic we get through our email and call center support hub. While frequently viewed as a tool for the delivery of a procedure, there are certain circumstances where laser usage may be reported and billed separately from the procedure. In this episode of the Dental Code Advisor Podcast, Dr. Grobmyer will go into detail as to when separately reporting and coding for in lasers for dentistry is appropriate and what to expect from insurance payors. Dr. Grobmyer is currently the Chief Editor of Dr. Charles Blair's Dental Coding with Confidence book and Practice Booster's Insurance Solutions Newsletter, a contributing editor to the Dental Administration with Confidence, Dental Technology with Confidence, and Dental Documentation with Confidence books, a course creator and lecturer for DentalZing.com, Practice Booster's lead Revenue Enhancement Program Specialist, and host of The Dental Code Advisor Podcast. Practice Booster is the leading resource for information on how to best utilize the CDT code set; featuring the Code Advisor database, the Insurance Solutions Newsletter, administration resources, coding support call center, UCR dental practice fee analysis, and more. Visit us online at https://dentalcoding.com. The CDT codes are the property of the American Dental Association. Interpretations of the CDT codes in this podcast represent the opinions of our experts. Always refer to the latest CDT codes for use in your practice and contact the ADA directly for the ADA's interpretation of the CDT codes. You are responsible for your own use of the CDT codes. For more information, refer to ADA.org.

Marika Lockhart, RDH, shares her long-time experience using the PerioLase MVP-7 on patients in her hygiene operatory.  Which patients are candidates for Laser Pocket Disinfection vs. LANAP?  How does the PerioLase fit into an overall periodontal treatment plan, and how does she view its contributions toward overall periodontal health?

This a discussion on the topic of cost for periodontal services. I get into dental insurance, LANAP versus conventional periodontal treatment, dental implants as well as the importance of budgeting in ongoing preventive or supportive dental and periodontal care.

Anthoney Gonzalez returns to the show to talk about LANAP laser therapy and how it has enhanced the perio health of his patients.  He also goes into detail about DNA testing to determine the type of bacteria that is invading a given oral flora and how treatments through debridement, laser therapy and antibiotics and target specific pathogens afflicating a patient. 

I learned not too long ago that Dr. Al Danenberg, who was a Holistic Periodontist and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, passed away on August 2nd from post-COVID-19 complications from multiple myeloma. Last year, Dr. Danenberg had privately messaged me that his cancer had come back, but that it was not stopping him from his advocacy. I shared some kind words for his new book, "Eat As If Your Life Depends On It."I was very happy to know he was well enough to be part of the Carnivore Summit. As a tribute for his work and advocacy, we're sharing his interview publicly on our channel. He also graciously shared freebies for the Summit. We want his work to be shared far and wide and they have been added to the Resources section below. I also interview Dr. Danenberg in early 2022. You can find the episode here. Dr. Danenberg's passion for periodontics in general — and for the LANAP protocol combined with his emphasis on evolutionary nutrition in particular — is palpable. He gave seminars regarding the cutting-edge concepts of nutrition and laser treatment to the general public and was happy to spread the word among his fellow professionals. He was a member of many dental and periodontal organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.We discuss the following:All about Dr. Al DanenbegOral health and overall healthMouth is the mirror of the gutPeriodontal diseaseProtocol to healDiet recommendationJaw bones and tartarJaw shapesCarnivore diet and oral healthInformation for oral and gut healthDental amalgamsRoot canalDiagnosed with multiple myelomaDr. Al's website_____RESOURCESWebsite: https://drdanenberg.com/ Life's Transition Letter: https://drdanenberg.com/an-open-letter-to-my-readers-preparing-for-lifes-transition/ Eat As If Your Life Depends On It: https://amzn.to/3qVqskU The Better Belly Blueprint: https://amzn.to/3L5Rhtp Dr. Al's Carnivore Summit Freebies: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1H53NitQEogYR3nOE7CdKYpL0KpMXsgub?usp=sharing Carnivore Summit: https://www.carnivoresummit.co/ ____CHECK OUT MY BOOK, Carnivore CureCHECK OUT MY SECOND BOOK, The Complete Carnivore Diet for Beginners: Your Practical Guide to an All-Meat LifestyleSIGN UP FOR MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER_____ ADDITIONAL RESOURCESNutrition with Judy ArticlesNutrition with Judy Resources_____ **DISCLAIMER: I am only here to provide support as a nutritional therapy practitioner and I am not providing medical advice. I always recommend working with a team of holistic practitioners, including your PCP and a certified nutritional therapy practitioner. Do not self-diagnose. Always seek medical guidance when you have a mHead over to paleovalley.com/nwj and get 15% off your first order. Discount automatically applied during checkout.

Originally sparked with the thought that his children's generation must learn to treat periodontal disease differently, Los Angeles-area periodontist Glenn Roeder, DDS, chose to incorporate the LANAP protocol into his arsenal back in 2006.  Over the next 17 years, he describes changes in his profession's attitude toward lasers, how offering LANAP positively affected case acceptance, and even long-term results from patients he first treated over a decade ago.

Manhattan general dentist Erez Cohen, DDS, shifted his career coming out of the pandemic to build his next chapter around offering the LANAP protocol in multiple GP offices around the city.  What started as something he just “knew he had to do,” led to eventually opening his own office, where periodontitis and peri-implantitis treatment with the PerioLase MVP-7 is the focus.  Hear how working with several different offices works, and how his clinical results compared to his expectations before getting trained.

https://www.drstevenlin.com/reduce-prevent-gum-disease-with-dr-al-danenberg/If your dentist has told you have bleeding gums or periodontal gum disease there are many things to consider.Bleeding gums is a sign of inflammation in the body, and a systemic approach is the way forward for healthier gums. Dr. Al Danenberg is a specialist periodontist who specializes in nutritional protocols to health gum disease naturally and assist treatment of gum pocketing and bone loss around teeth.Dr. Danenberg's passion for periodontics in general — and for the LANAP protocol combined with his emphasis on evolutionary nutrition in particular — is palpable. He gives seminars regarding the cutting-edge concepts of nutrition and laser treatment to the general public and is happy to spread the word among his fellow professionals. He has been a member of many dental and periodontal organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Currently he enjoys Life Membership in the American Dental Association.Find more about Dr. Al Danenberg here:https://drdanenberg.com/https://www.instagram.com/dr.danenberg/https://www.facebook.com/draldanenberg

Mississippi general dentist Ryan Tracy, DMD, did a remarkable amount of due diligence before deciding to incorporate the LANAP protocol into his practice a decade ago.  Here, he describes how his reality with LANAP matches up to his expectations, plus his experience with patient acceptance, pocket depth reduction, return on investment, and what he did to elicit tears from a middle-aged baseball coach in his practice.

As a new graduate, Denver-based general dentist Dr. Mohamed Hakim pondered what kind of care he would offer to his patients. His decision to pursue fantastic care led him to the LANAP protocol with the PerioLase MVP-7. Here, he discusses his clinical priorities in growing a patient base, discusses the dreaded “supervised neglect”, and touches on the numerous ways he has grown to use his PerioLase MVP-7 for implant placement, peri-implantitis, and more.

But I'm exhausted. Today the other half of my mouth had LANAP and it was less painful today, for a number of reasons, but it still wiped me out. I sat on Ben T. Davis Beach for 3 hours trying to re-center myself, but had to be home for a webinar on our data management tool. We are upgrading, and it's going to be great, but it was really hard to focus. As soon as that call ended Howie led a call with Senator Portman's staff about him being our Republican sponsor for the Big Cat Public Safety Act. His staff made it clear that they see Columbus Zoo (ie: Jack Hanna) as their “constituents”, so we are going to have to pull out all the stops to get people in Ohio to come out against cub petting. I think I'll run our new anti cub petting video to Ohioans only and create a petition for Portman's office. Photo was Mike Webber, Tim Harrison and Carole Baskin in the back of a D.C. cab filming for the CONservation Game.   Hi, I'm Carole Baskin and I've been writing my story since I was able to write, but when the media goes to share it, they only choose the parts that fit their idea of what will generate views.  These are my views and opinions. If I'm going to share my story, it should be the whole story.  The titles are the dates things happened. If you have any interest in who I really am please start at the beginning of this playlist: http://savethecats.org/   I know there will be people who take things out of context and try to use them to validate their own misconception, but you have access to the whole story.  My hope is that others will recognize themselves in my words and have the strength to do what is right for themselves and our shared planet.     You can help feed the cats at no cost to you using Amazon Smile! Visit BigCatRescue.org/Amazon-smile   You can see photos, videos and more, updated daily at BigCatRescue.org   Check out our main channel at YouTube.com/BigCatRescue   Music (if any) from Epidemic Sound (http://www.epidemicsound.com) This video is for entertainment purposes only and is my opinion.  Closing graphic with permission from https://youtu.be/F_AtgWMfwrk

Chicago-based periodontist Christine Gadia, DDS, MS, knew she wanted to offer a laser alternative to conventional periodontitis treatment.  Listen to why she ultimately chose the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol, and how her patient acceptance & clinical outcomes compared to her expectations.  Plus, she discusses other ways in which she's using her PerioLase and how she works with her referring dentists to offer treatment for her patients that they are more likely to accept.

Massachusetts General Dentist Sathish Palayam, DDS, was inspired to incorporate LANAP into his practice by his mentor, Dr. Ray Yukna, but didn't foresee the ways in which he would use the laser beyond the full-mouth periodontal protocol.  In this episode, Dr. Palayam explains his patient-friendly successes in combining CBCT and LANAP, both before and after treatment, and his consistent, reproducible results in lessening pain associated with TMD.

Medford, Oregon periodontist Kyle Malloy, DDS, knew he wanted to offer the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol right away upon purchasing his own practice to stay on the forefront of technology and offer his patients an alternative to traditional osseous surgery, however he didn't anticipate how far patients would drive to see him for treatment!  Dr. Malloy shares some of his patient success stories, why follow-up training is important, and how his long family history of dentistry inspired him to continue the legacy.

Bay Area periodontist Jeremy Ueno, DMD, explains his decision to integrate the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol right out of dental school, a full 12 years ago, and how he has grown his practice to include multiple LANAP-trained clinicians and multiple PerioLase MVP-7 lasers.  Dr. Ueno also explains more about his full-arch implant practice and training center, how he uses his laser on "every patient, every day" in sometimes unexpected ways, and why his book, Oral Fitness, is so personal to him.

Check out Part 1 hereAfter a terminal multiple myeloma diagnosis, Dr. Al Danenberg wasn't supposed to make it to see 2019, let alone be thriving right now.With nothing to lose, and everything to gain, he developed a plan that evolved into his Unconventional Cancer Protocols, combing in-depth research of ancestral nutrition & lifestyle changes with his knowledge from 44 years of as a periodontist. Now, he focuses on helping others regain control of their health. “Dr. Al” as he's known by his friends, patients and community, consults with patients all over the world (virtually via Zoom or Skype) regarding animal-based nutrition, lifestyle, oral & overall health, and the importance of a healthy gut and immune system.In June 2014, Dr. Al received the Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP) designation as well as the certification as a Certified Primal Health Coach. In 2015, he was appointed to the faculty of the College of Integrative Medicine and created the college's integrative periodontal teaching module. Then, in April 2017, Dr. Al earned the designation of “ADAPT Trained Health Professional” from Kresser Institute.In July 2017, Elektra Press released his book, “Crazy-Good Living”, which is based on ancestral nutrition and lifestyle.Things took a turn in September 2018 when he was diagnosed with incurable bone marrow cancer, and given 3-6 months to live. After a great deal of research and consideration, Dr. Al rejected chemotherapy. He took his knowledge of ancestral nutritional and immune health, and created his own Unconventional Cancer Protocols. Quality of life remains the most important factor to Dr. Al, and he has created a lifestyle shift to optimize his health through metabolic flexibility and a robust immune system. Dr. Al's passion for periodontics in general — and for the LANAP protocol combined with his emphasis on evolutionary nutrition in particular — is palpable. He gives seminars regarding the cutting-edge concepts of nutrition and laser treatment to the general public and is happy to spread the word among his fellow professionals. He has been a member of many dental and periodontal organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Currently he enjoys Life Membership in the American Dental Association.On April 14, 2020, Dr. Al was appointed the Chair of the Periodontal Committee for the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM). He also created the Certification Course offered by the IABDM, which will bestow the designation of Certified Biological Nutritional Dental Professional after successful completion of the program. In August 2020, he published two mini-eBooks on Amazon: “Better Belly Blueprint” and “Is Your Gut Killing You?” Sign up for Al's Belly Bites newsletterConnect with Dr Al Danenberg:Website|Twitter|Personal Facebook|Professional Facebook|Instagram|LinkedInCheck out Laban's book "Bet on You" available now in Kindle, Paperback and Audiblehttps://labanditchburn.com/publications/bet-on-you/Everything you'll ever need to know about Laban Ditchburn is found here (including his amazing book Bet on You).https://linktr.ee/LabanDitchburnSupport the show

Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce | City of Carlsbad, California  Dr. Kanika Bembey is with Encinitas Periodontics and Dental Implants. She grew up in India, went to dental school there, and currently lives in California. In an unusual move, she took over a practice from an owner and worked for him for a few months as an associate, then switched, so he's now her associate and she's the business owner. It's going well. Dr. Bembey performs LANAP, laser assisted gum surgery. “It's minimally invasive. That means we are not using the traditional blades to cut away your gums. Laser is just light and does minimal cutting. It's also no sutures or stitches that I have to put in because I'm not doing a traditional surgery.” She also uses what she calls platelet-rich fibrin procedure, which uses the patient's own blood plasma. “Plasma has concentrated growth factors, which helps you heal faster and better. If there's a one-day-old wound and we are putting a plasma dressing on top of it, it behaves like a one-week-old wound.” Her motto is “Treat only one patient at one time and we always do what is right for the patient at that time.” Dr. Kanika Bembey says it only takes five minutes to take care of your oral health if you do proper steps. Take good care of your oral health. It's so important. Resources: Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce | City of Carlsbad, California https://www.healthgrades.com/dentist/dr-kanika-bembey-xypyths Dentistry News: https://dentistry.ucla.edu/news-page/523  Contact Dr. Kanika Bembey gvkbav2019@gmail.com https://www.encinitasperiodontist.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanika-bembey-31879947/ Credits: This podcast was produced by ImaginePodcasting.com 

Beverly Hills, CA dentist Vivian Roknian, DMD, may be new to the LANAP family, but she's primed for success.  Here she explains how she grew to be interested in lasers, and how she plans to pivot her practice from “living and dying by the scalpel” to saving teeth and implants instead.  Plus, for Women's Health Week, she discusses how her own dietary restriction led to a special interest in the connection between nutrition and oral health for her patients.

After a terminal multiple myeloma diagnosis, Dr. Al Danenberg wasn't supposed to make it to see 2019, let alone be thriving right now.With nothing to lose, and everything to gain, he developed a plan that evolved into his Unconventional Cancer Protocols, combing in-depth research of ancestral nutrition & lifestyle changes with his knowledge from 44 years of as a periodontist. Now, he focuses on helping others regain control of their health. “Dr. Al” as he's known by his friends, patients and community, consults with patients all over the world (virtually via Zoom or Skype) regarding animal-based nutrition, lifestyle, oral & overall health, and the importance of a healthy gut and immune system.In June 2014, Dr. Al received the Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP) designation as well as the certification as a Certified Primal Health Coach. In 2015, he was appointed to the faculty of the College of Integrative Medicine and created the college's integrative periodontal teaching module. Then, in April 2017, Dr. Al earned the designation of “ADAPT Trained Health Professional” from Kresser Institute.In July 2017, Elektra Press released his book, “Crazy-Good Living”, which is based on ancestral nutrition and lifestyle.Things took a turn in September 2018 when he was diagnosed with incurable bone marrow cancer, and given 3-6 months to live. After a great deal of research and consideration, Dr. Al rejected chemotherapy. He took his knowledge of ancestral nutritional and immune health, and created his own Unconventional Cancer Protocols. Quality of life remains the most important factor to Dr. Al, and he has created a lifestyle shift to optimize his health through metabolic flexibility and a robust immune system. Dr. Al's passion for periodontics in general — and for the LANAP protocol combined with his emphasis on evolutionary nutrition in particular — is palpable. He gives seminars regarding the cutting-edge concepts of nutrition and laser treatment to the general public and is happy to spread the word among his fellow professionals. He has been a member of many dental and periodontal organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Currently he enjoys Life Membership in the American Dental Association.On April 14, 2020, Dr. Al was appointed the Chair of the Periodontal Committee for the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM). He also created the Certification Course offered by the IABDM, which will bestow the designation of Certified Biological Nutritional Dental Professional after successful completion of the program. This is the first certification of its kind.In August 2020, he published two mini-eBooks on Amazon for download: “Better Belly Blueprint” and “Is Your Gut Killing You?”"Dr. Al" DanenbergBalanced Metabolic CoachingPeriodontistCertified Functional Medicine PractitionerCertified Primal Health CoachADAPT Trained Health ProfessionalSign up for Al's Belly Bites newsletter: https://drdanenberg.com/belly-bites-a-weekly-newsletter/Author of:CRAZY-GOOD LIVING!Better Belly BlueprintIs Your Gut Killing You?Website: https://drdanenberg.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrDanenberg Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/al.danenberg Professional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draldanenberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.danenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-al-danenberg/ Check out Laban's brand new book "Bet on You" available now in Kindle, Paperback and Audiblehttps://labanditchburn.com/publications/bet-on-you/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/labanditchburn?fan_landing=true)

A general dentist near Sydney, Australia, Hugh Fleming, BDS, became just the 4th doctor in Australia to offer the LANAP protocol to his patients. Find out how he adjusted his marketing strategy to educate a population unfamiliar with the procedure, and how he incorporates his 3 hygienists to provide a team approach to addressing gum disease "down under".

Bulletproof Hygiene Podcast Episode 27 Hosts: Charissa Wood, RDH  & Brittany Simon, CRDH, BASD Guest: Dr. Tiffany Dudley Key Takeaways:Introduction Protocol LAPIP Laser-Assisted Surgery No Probing For A Year Other Uses Of LANAP References: Mighty networks: Bulletproof Hygiene Bulletproof Hygiene: The Guide For Finding Fulfillment Through Purposeful, Profitable Hygiene Tweetables: A procedure without a follow-up will fail. Brittany Simon Seeing people in person really makes a difference. Dr. Tiffany Dudley 

Manhattan hygienist Tatyana Ruzhinskaya, RDH, discusses how the PerioLase MVP-7 has enhanced the way she practices dental hygiene in an office that already offers the LANAP protocol. Hygienists can be the "gatekeepers" of perio in the practice, and she uses the PerioLase in more ways than you may think.

The Perio Patient Podcast - Episode 70. LANAP -- Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure has transformed the overall treatment of patients with moderate to advanced periodontitis from a lengthy difficult process to fewer appointments, less discomfort and lower cost. Here is my take on this amazing technology. Source: www.lanap.com Source: https://youtu.be/Plz4O1gpWu0 Exploring ways to better manage life and chronic inflammation affecting your mouth. The thoughts and ideas of one San Antonio periodontist, Dr. Benjamin Young DDS San Antonio. I am an inquisitive guy who is fascinated by the specialty I practice. I also love dentistry, medicine, science, and the humanities, and talk and write about all of it. The reason I do this, is because I believe patients need more than technical procedures. They can benefit from good information and encouragement from people they choose to get to know more than just superficially. My videos here are to benefit dental patients. Some of these videos are used in my private practice to educate patients. Other videos or general information. To learn more about and my practice, please visit the following links. I'd love to connect with you! -LINKS-

Husband-and-wife duo Max & Cerisa Moncayo implemented the PerioLase MVP-7 together in their Pacific Palisades, CA group practice.  His oral surgery and her general dentistry disciplines both benefit from a wide variety of uses, and they discuss their "Swiss Army Knife"-like use of the laser -- and why they purchased a second one.

Louisville, KY periodontist Jill Hayes, DMD, explains why every day is a joy with her PerioLase MVP-7, from her long-term LANAP® protocol results to the value-added procedures she regularly performs (socket hemostasis, reversal of nerve paresthesia, and more). It's no wonder one patient told her staff he had heard "miracles happen in this office."

Michigan General Dentist John Leitner, DDS, shares why using his PerioLase MVP-7 in conjunction with his microscope is a technology "perfect marriage of technology".  Plus, how he uses additional technology to assist with occlusal adjustment, and his experience educating an established patient base on laser dentistry after taking over his father's practice.

Manhattan periodontist Neal Lehrman, DDS, MS, recalls his overnight decision to offer the LANAP® protocol 15 years ago, which led to his influence in its inclusion in a post-graduate university curriculum, a peer-to-peer independent journal to publish cases, predictable treatment of osteoradionecrosis, and on the whole, 97% of the procedures he performs in his office.

Ohio Periodontist Jim Matia, DDS, MSD credits the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol for changing his practice, having over 5,000 surgical procedures now under his belt with his PerioLase. Hear him discuss the drastic reduction in post-operative pain, and how satisfying it is not to have to "hurt" his patients.

Pennsylvania periodontist Rebecca Wagner, DDS, MS completed her LANAP protocol training in early March, 2020. She received her PerioLase MVP-7 shortly thereafter…then the whole world changed and her practice shut down for 5 weeks. Dr. Wagner explains what happened next, from fearing she had just made a big mistake to crediting the PerioLase for her practice growing by over 20% in 2020.

New York periodontist Shalom Mintz, DDS, MS, faced an uphill battle getting his practice owner and hygienists onboard with offering the LANAP protocol. It only took the first one-week post-op of coral-pink tissue to change their attitudes. Plus, hear how his use of LANAP vs conventional methods is better from a business perspective as well.

Dr. Al Danenberg has been a periodontist for over 40 years. As a student and qualified dentist, he practiced all the traditional methods of very invasive dental surgeries. Until, in 2018, at 71 years old, Dr. Al was diagnosed with terminal multiple myeloma - he wasn't supposed to make it to see 2019, let alone be thriving in 2021. He determinedly developed a plan that evolved into his Unconventional Cancer Protocols, combining in-depth research of ancestral nutrition & lifestyle changes with his knowledge from 44 years as a periodontist. Now, he focuses on helping others regain control of their health. Dr. Al is passionate about periodontics in general—and for the LANAP protocol combined with his emphasis on evolutionary nutrition in particular. He speaks ardently on the cutting-edge concepts of nutrition and laser treatment to the general public and is happy to spread the word among his fellow professionals. He has served as a member of many dental and periodontal organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Currently he enjoys Life Membership in the American Dental Association.In 2020, Dr. Al was appointed as the Chair of the Periodontal Committee for the International Academy of Biological Dentistry and Medicine (IABDM). Join us as we explore:Dr. Al's devasting health journey.The Unconventional Cancer Protocols he established. The benefits of a Paleolithic Ketogenic Diet What is Biological Dentistry and why this is the optimal form of dentistry.Mouth-body health connection.The vital role of a healthy gut microbiome and the consequences of compromising this system.The important role dental plaque plays in our immune systems.Epigenetics (environment) and dental healthDysbiosis in the gut, unhealthy dental plaque and a compromised immune system.How to brush your teethEffect of nitric oxide pathway on cardiovascular health and blood pressureThe horror stories resulting from mercury poisoning, as a result of traditional dentistry, on both patients and dental professionals.How to remove silver mercury fillings without causing further harm.Link between breast cancer and root canal treatments. Study on males in dentistry that showed an increase in cancer in that specific population.Alpha diversity and mitochondria support (pulsed electromagnetic therapy - PEMI) and its positive effect on your healthDr. Al's 5 top biomarkers to watch for a robust immune system. Join our community:Facebook MadeToThriveZA; SteveStavsZAInstagram SteveStavsZA MentionsKripalu Yoga Centerhttps://kripalu.orgPaleomedicina Clinic (Budapest)https://www.paleomedicina.com/enPulse Electromagnetic Therapy (PEMI)https://www.purewavenow.comBiomeFx (Gut Health Test)https://www.biomefx.comFive top biomarkers for a robust immune systemhttps://drdanenberg.com/5-important-tools-for-a-robust-immune-system/Contact Dr. Al Danenberghttps://drdanenberg.com/dr-danenberg-periodontist/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/draldanenberg/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.danenberg/?hl=enLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-al-danenberg/

When San Ramon, CA periodontist Janice Kaeley, DDS, MSD explains the LANAP protocol to patients, their first question is usually how long they'll be out of commission following the surgery. Most patients don’t believe Dr. Kaeley's response as to what they should be more concerned about.

Esteemed Southern California periodontist Dr. Jin Kim explains why he switched to full-mouth periodontal treatment on all disease categories and why he observes a new trend of "consumer-driven dentistry" where patients ask for specific treatments by name. Plus, hear Dr. Kim's perspective on how COVID-19 has affected dental education.

Long Island periodontist David Scharf, DMD likens the LANAP protocol to a chocolate chip cookie recipe, and explains how a colleague was so insistent he get on board with the PerioLase MVP-7 that he grabbed him by the shirt collar to make the point.  He also explains how his PerioLase MVP-7 makes the treatment of medically compromised patients that much easier.

Phoenix periodontist Dan Indech, DDS, has just one regret with incorporating the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol into his practice: not doing it sooner.  Find out the impact of the LANAP protocol on his practice, his patients, his staff, and his philosophy of treating gum disease overall.

Periodontist Dolphus Dawson, DMD, MS, MPH leads the periodontal graduate program at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.  Find out how his varied background in private practice, veteran's affairs, and academia brought him to his role today of teaching the LANAP protocol to his residents, and how the addition of the PerioLase MVP-7 into their treatment approaches benefits them after graduation.

New Jersey periodontist David Goteiner, DDS, was instrumental in getting the LANAP protocol incorporated into the curriculum of the post-graduate periodontics department at Rutgers University.  Find out why he supported the initiative and how he continues to be involved with additional research into the effectiveness of the Nd:YAG laser.

One of the first prosthodontists to incorporate the LANAP protocol into his practice, Robert Mokbel, DDS, DSO explains how he uses his PerioLase MVP-7 in a variety of applications to benefit his patients.  How has being a LANAP patient himself made him understand his patients' needs and wants to a higher degree?

Andy Satlin, DDS was surprised to find out that he was only the second periodontist to adopt the LANAP protocol. A chance meeting in a hallway set off a turn of events that changed how he practices and how his patients perceive surgical treatment.

IALD Certified Instructor Sam Moss, DDS, explains his initial decision to incorporate the LANAP protocol into his private general dentistry practice over 16 years ago, and how he continues to be amazed by the results he sees to this day.

The LANAP protocol is being used by U.S. Navy periodontists and taught to their residents. Jeffrey Wessel, DDS, MS, was there from the start and recounts the process to bring LANAP to the military branch and the benefits of having the PerioLase MVP-7 a part of dental clinics at bases around the world.

Periodontist Frances Herrero, DMD, MS, becomes the first LANAP-trained clinician in Puerto Rico after seeing the results for herself as an associate in a Cincinnati practice.  What does she see as the biggest challenges and opportunities with bringing the protocol to the territory?

Practicing in a small Minnesota town, General Dentist Dr. Tom Schoen has been offering the LANAP protocol for 14 years. When the closest periodontist is an hour away, how does adding the LANAP protocol work out for your practice and your patients? And does he still use his PerioLase MVP-7 today?

New York, New York General Dentist Dr. Donna Williams looks back on a full 16 years of offering the LANAP protocol, explaining what makes her a "LANAP nerd" and why it was so important to her to get the word out to the public about Gum Disease Awareness Month.

Hawaii periodontist Dr. Braden Seamons reflects on his 13 successful years using the LANAP and LAPIP protocols, and offers advice for those just coming out of school interested in treating periodontal disease.

Australian periodontist Dr. Chris Barker discusses the pros and cons of incorporating the LANAP protocol into the Australian market, and his role in bringing the Fight Gum Disease public awareness campaign to his continent.

Periodontist Alan Farber's passion for education includes his adoption of the LANAP protocol into both of his offices as well as the IALD Certified Instructor program; involvement with Seattle Study Club and Spear; and developing a new educational resource for all dental specialists, the iADS.

Periodontist and lecturer Dr. Robert Levine discusses putting the patient first with the MMPPI scoring index and PROMS (patient-reported outcome measures). How do these dovetail with the LANAP protocol, and hear a preview of a recently completed LANAP satisfaction survey.

Periodontist Colin Richman was so impressed with the results he was seeing with the LANAP and LAPIP protocols, he spearheaded an independent study to gague the satisfaction level of all LANAP-trained dentists on many different criteria. Did any of the results surprise him?

One of the earliest users of lasers in dentistry -- dating back to 1989 -- Fort Lauderdale periodontist Tom McCawley discusses his long road with the Nd:YAG wavelength leading up to LANAP. Beyond his private practice success, find out why his strong background in microbiology led him to undertake several studies on LANAP's efficacy.

Rutgers School of Dental Medicine is one of just three schools to teach LANAP as part of their post-graduate periodontics program. Find out the criteria that must be met to add a treatment modality to the cirriculum, and where LANAP fits into a periodontist's armamentarium.

Just two years out of school, periodontist Andrew Peterson is already seeing success with the LANAP and LAPIP protocols. Find out how LANAP entered his radar and how he sees it fitting into his practice.

Self-professed "Grade-A Skeptic" periodontist Roman Melnyk was sure he would try the PerioLase MVP-7 for LANAP, prove it didn't work, and return it. What happened next?

Today the topic is pain management. I get into the difference between narcotics and non-narcotics.

Let's talk about local anesthetics and dentists. In this episode I describe how to help children with their fears about going to the dentist. Also, should dental hygienists be allowed to give local anesthesia? What might be some good ways to train and certify them? I also give a few of my own tips on how dentists might think about providing comfortable anesthesia. So, patients – how important would you say the delivery of comfortable local anesthesia is to you? Is it as big a deal as I think it is? Let me know your thoughts.

Happy birthday to a new grandson! Do you know the difference between infection and inflammation? Allow me to make it simple. Also, we discuss inflammatory diseases in general as well as what autoimmune diseases are. The mouth is an easy and direct way to begin to address inflammatory diseases of the body and a laser at the right setting can accomplish this quickly and effectively. Finally, when the mouth is healthier, it affects the rest of the body's health as well.

Respected, lecturer, professor, and periodontist I. Stephen Brown discusses his LANAP journey, his role with the North American Society of Periodontists, and why he needs to be careful when endorsing products or treatment modalities.

California General Dentist Michael Colleran, DDS, discusses his results-based approach to implementing the PerioLase MVP-7 in the mid-2000s, and how the online world has influenced dentists' impressions of technology and which products to incorporate into their practices.

GP Dr. Jeff Dolgos discusses occlusion's inverse relationship to sensitivity within the LANAP protocol, the healing benefits of light, and the pros and cons of working in a solo vs. group practice.

Periodontist Ann Astolfi, DMD, explains how she got over her initial skepticism of the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol, and how she uses her PerioLase MVP-7 on implants, hemangiomas, and other Value-Added Procedures (VAPs).

Periodontist Kirk Noraian discusses the factors involved in opening up his practice in the COVID-19 world, plus his experiences incorporating the PerioLase MVP-7 for the LANAP protocol in the midst of the 2008 economic downturn.

New York area General Dentist Donato "Dino" Napoletano, DDS shares his LANAP story, including how the PerioLase MVP-7 differs from other laser wavelengths he'd previously used, and how saving hopeless teeth is a good reminder that teeth are attached to people!

Chicago Periodontist Yetta McCullom, DDS, MS discusses the value of LANAP across all age groups, the prevelence she sees of periodontitis in her practice, and her instinct of LANAP as a treatment modality spreading "like wildfire".

General practitioner Craig Long, DDS, discusses how he got started with LANAP, how it helped him in his transition in moving to a different state, and win-win in treating gum disease in diabetic patients with the LANAP protocol.

This is my story getting into laser therapy with the Millennium Dental PerioLase MVP-7 NdYAG laser. Training was a year long and well worth it in spite of the expense. Clinical treatment and dental insurance challenges are discussed in detail. 

The second periodontist to incorporate the LANAP protocol, Charles Braga DMD, MMSc, shares how the value proposition of photons got him hooked on lasers in dentistry and how following two decades worth of literature and science supporting the PerioLase MVP-7 Nd:YAG has only reinforced his decision.

Dr. Tom Schoen is a small town dentist in a surprisingly crowded market with 5 general dentists practicing in his town of 2500 people. Dr Schoen has added Orthodontics, surgical and molar endodontics, periosurgery, LANAP, LAPAP and Pinhole surgeries and places and restores implants, often using 3D guided surgery. He is a firm believer that risk factors should heavily weigh in on treatment selection, and uses tools like PreViser to assess risk.  He and his wife Lynn are the parents of 5 sons, one who has Down Syndrome, and one daughter . Dr Schoen is a golf addict and also loves spending quality time with his special needs son. He is a moderator on Dentaltown and has served on the editorial board of DT magazine. 

We are Live today with Dr. Israel Puterman and Dr. Matthew Fien. Dr. Israel is a periodontist in Washington D.C. and Dr. Matthew Fien is a periodontist in Florida. They are both really excited about modern advancements in perio treatment and teach the course Hands on Guided Bone Regeneration. Both doctors take treatment and treatment planning very seriously and understand the importance of predictability, explaining all options to patients, and keeping teeth when possible. We talk about how they ended up being periodontists. What they think is important in patient care, treatment planning, continuing education, photography, and of course Instagram. You can find our Dr. Puterman and Dr. Fien here: Israel Puterman Matthew J. Fien   Show Notes:   [02:24] Dr Israel decided to become a dentist after shadowing his wife's dentist. He almost fainted, but ended up doing periodontics. [03:45] He went to Dental school in Boston. He didn't want to be a periodontist. [05:34] He did an implant residency in Loma Linda and discovered he did want to be a periodontist. [06:44] Dr. Fien was planning on become a physician, then he hung out with a periodontist and learned what dentists do. [08:09] He went into periodontics right after graduating. [10:35] There is a huge overlap between periodontists and oral surgeons. [14:26] After dental school is when the education really starts. Real learning is done on the job. [16:10] Periodontists are trained in school to treatment plan bigger cases. [16:44] Looking at the full scope of the patient instead of planning one tooth at a time. [17:04] Dr. Fien helps patients by giving them road maps and giving alternatives to actually save teeth. [18:23] Periodontist are trained to see the big picture. [18:38] Now the pendulum is swinging back into saving teeth rather than taking the teeth out. [18:53] Taking out a tooth is always a choice, but there are alternatives. [22:15] Labeling patients and what they can afford is a big mistake. Give the patient the information they need to make a decision about their treatment plan. [23:12] Demographics aside, all patients should be given all options. [25:07] LANAP laser treatment for periodontists is very popular and there is some good data on it. The data is best for single teeth. [32:30] Dr. Israel did his three years of implant residency in Loma Linda and then an extra two years of perio. He was planning on going to Manhattan, but then ended up in Washington DC. [34:38] He now has his own practice in DC that he opened up 8 years ago. [35:21] Dr. Israel has a lot of patients that are politicians. They have unique needs. [36:32] Matt graduated in 2009 and now he is down in Florida. [37:11] After a year or two of working for offices. He wanted to give his patients more attention. He focuses at three or four offices that he is most happy at. [41:30] Taking great pictures and using Instagram makes you a better dentist. [43:49] Israel has always been interested in photography. Last year two of his assistants went to the When Pictures Really Matter course. Then he went to the course and that is where he met Matt. [46:42] Matt is excited about regeneration and bone and tissue grafting. For him it is about predictability and safety. He is excited about making things as safe as possible. He loves sharing cases on Instagram. [50:13] It's a passion for him to get really good at regeneration and bone grafts. [51:05] Everybody needs mentorship. That's how you grow. [51:33] It's not about the materials it is knowing the thought process and why you are doing what you are doing. [54:04] The Hands on Guided Bone Regeneration Course developed out of a need. [59:17] There are new products and vendors making the procedures easier. [01:01:21] It's important to start small and get really good before moving on to advanced perio and surgical techniques. [01:03:10] Both doctors love teaching and are doing it for fun not money. [01:07:39] Millennials are excited about education. Learning and become a better dentist is a win win for everyone. [01:09:19] Get out of the cave, learn, go to meetings, and learn hands on. [01:10:03] Go with your gut and build what you want and keep your end goal in mind. As always thanks so much for listening! If you like the show we would love for you to review the show on iTunes as well as spread the word! If you have any questions or want to get in touch, shoot me an email at millennialdentist@gmail.com.   Links and Resources: MillennialDentist@gmail.com The Millennial Dentist Website @Millennialdentist on Facebook @MillennialDDS on Twitter On Instagram  Dr. Sully…@Millennialdentist on InstagramDr. Peyman…@drpeyray on Instagram Dr. Sully's website and blog

Elle Russ chats with fellow Primal Health Coach Dr. Alvin Danenberg DDS - otherwise known as Dr. Dan to his patients. He divides his career into two periods: before and after a unique periodontal laser procedure coupled with the dynamics of ancestral nutrition. The laser-based LANAP® protocol and the importance of ancestral nutrition, he believes, are revolutionizing the treatment of gum disease. His book, Crazy-Good Living, is based on ancestral nutrition and lifestyle. It incorporates his Four Pillars of Health: (1) nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods, (2) restorative sleep, (3) efficient exercise, and (4) stress reduction. Dr. Dan's passion for periodontics in general, combined with evolutionary nutrition and lifestyle, is palpable. He currently sees patients at Bluffton Center for Dentistry in Bluffton, SC. To further his education in ancestral nutrition and lifestyle, he received advanced training at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health as well as The Center for Mind-Body Medicine. In 2014, he received a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner designation and then the Primal Health Coach Certification. In 2015, he was appointed to the faculty of the College of Integrative Medicine and created the college's integrative periodontal teaching module. Then, in April 2017, he earned the designation of “ADAPT Trained Health Professional from Kresser Institute, the only functional medicine, and evolutionary health training company”. Selected Links: Dr. Dan's Website Dr. Dan's Book Crazy-Good Living  Connect with Show Host Elle Russ: Twitter Instagram Facebook The Paleo Thyroid Solution ElleRuss.com

Dr. Alvin Danenberg is a Periodontist who is revolutionizing the treatment of gum disease with the use of ancestral nutrition and a laser-based protocol known as LANAP. He is also the author of Crazy Good Living. In the second part of our interview with Dr. Al, we learn why we actually need some dental plaque, how pregnancy and menopause impact your gum health, the many roles raw honey can serve when it comes to your mouth, and more!   To learn more about Dr. Alvin Danenberg, visit the show notes.

Dr. Alvin Danenberg is a Periodontist who is revolutionizing the treatment of gum disease with the use of ancestral nutrition and a laser-based protocol known as LANAP. He is also the author of Crazy Good Living. In this episode, we learn how Dr. Al got into ancestral nutrition, how poor gut can cause chronic bleeding of the gums and several other issues in the mouth, why you should not use an antimicrobial mouthwash every day, the proper technique for brushing your teeth, and more!   To learn more about Dr. Alvin Danenberg, visit the show notes.

Dr. Al, as his patients call him, has been a periodontist for over four decades. He divides his career into two periods: before and after a unique periodontal laser procedure coupled with the dynamics of ancestral nutrition. The laser-based LANAP® protocol and the importance of ancestral nutrition, he believes, are revolutionizing the treatment of gum disease. “LANAP, which is an acronym for Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure, is reengineering how I treat periodontal disease. This procedure helps the body regrow bone around the infected teeth without cutting the gums and without stitches. And, the fact that ancestral nutrition is the basis for total body health is mind boggling.”   Elektra Press published the print copy of his book, Crazy-Good Living, on October 11, 2017. It is based on ancestral nutrition and lifestyle. It incorporates his Four Pillars of Health: (1) nutrient-dense, anti-inflammatory foods, (2) restorative sleep, (3) efficient exercise, and (4) stress reduction. It is available at all booksellers and online stores including Amazon. Dr. Danenberg currently sees patients at Bluffton Center for Dentistry in Bluffton, SC. To further his education in ancestral nutrition and lifestyle, he received advanced training at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health as well as The Center for Mind-Body Medicine.   In 2014, he received a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner designation and then the Primal Health Coach Certification. In 2015, he was appointed to the faculty of the College of Integrative Medicine and created the college’s integrative periodontal teaching module. Then, in April 2017, he earned the designation of “ADAPT Trained Health Professional from Kresser Institute, the only functional medicine and evolutionary health training company”.   https://drdanenberg.com/

Dr. Robert Gregg has been using lasers clinically since 1990, including CO2, FRP Nd:YAG, FRP Ho:YAG, surgical Argon, CW diodes and Er:YAG. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on the subject of clinical laser applications. In addition to authoring several peer-reviewed articles on the clinical applications of FRP Nd:YAG for endodontic and periodontal uses, he is an author of the “Curriculum Guidelines and Standards for Dental Laser Education,” versions 1992 and 1998.   Dr. Gregg obtained his Mastership and Educator’s Certification in the Academy of Laser Dentistry, as provided for in the Laser Curriculum Guidelines. He was appointed as a peer-review member of the Dentistry Today CE Editorial Board and Leader in CE. A co-developer of the FDA-cleared PerioLase® MVP-7™ pulsed Nd:YAG laser, he also developed and patented the LANAP® periodontal protocol and the LAPIP™ protocol for peri-implantitis. Dr. Robert Gregg is an Adjunct Professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.     Dr. Dawn Gregg has extensively lectured nationally and internationally and published on the subject of the LANAP® procedure and the clinical laser applications of the PerioLase® MVP-7™. Most notably, Dr. Gregg recently published the SPIE article on the LAPIP™ protocol entitled, “Pulsed Nd:YAG Laser Treatment for Failing Dental Implants Due to Peri-implantitis.”   A member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society, Dr Dawn Gregg is responsible for ongoing initiatives with dental curriculums where the LANAP® and LAPIP™ protocols are being taught, including Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry, the University of California, San Francisco, and the United States Army and Navy. She is also an Adjunct Professor at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine.   Dr. Gregg is a fourth generation dentist after her father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, each of whom practiced in California’s San Fernando Valley, and one of seven dental professionals in her family, so far. An honors graduate of the UCLA School of Dentistry, Dr. Gregg has maintained a thriving private practice that focuses on treating periodontal disease with the PerioLase® MVP-7™ for the LANAP® protocol.   https://www.lanap.com/

An FDA-cleared laser treatment called the LANAP protocol offers a less painful, more successful treatment alternative to conventional surgery.  Dr.

Located in San Luis Obispo, Dr. Colleran, is a nationally renowned dental author and lecturer and an expert on laser dentistry. He has spoken across the country on laser dentistry and had articles appear in several professional journals. He is also sought after by dental manufacturers as a consultant for product evaluation and research. Dr. Colleran is an instructor for the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, which teaches LANAP and other laser dental procedures to dentists from across the globe. www.DentalUp.xyz

Located in San Luis Obispo, Dr. Colleran, is a nationally renowned dental author and lecturer and an expert on laser dentistry. He has spoken across the country on laser dentistry and had articles appear in several professional journals. He is also sought after by dental manufacturers as a consultant for product evaluation and research. Dr. Colleran is an instructor for the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, which teaches LANAP and other laser dental procedures to dentists from across the globe. www.DentalUp.xyz

Dr. Danenberg is a periodontist (a gum specialist). He divides his 42-year dental career into two periods: before and after the laser coupled with the dynamics of ancestral nutrition. The laser-based LANAP® protocol and the importance of ancestral nutrition, he believes, are revolutionising his treatment of gum disease. LANAP is an acronym for Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure and requires no scalpels or sutures. In July 2014, he received a CFMP (Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner) designation from Functional Medicine University and in September 2014, he received the designation of Certified Primal Blueprint Expert. In July 2015, Dr. Danenberg created, wrote, and recorded the Integrative Periodontal Module for the College of Integrative Medicine’s 300-hour certified program titled, Certified Integrative Healthcare Practitioner Program, which commenced October 2015. His new book, Hunger for Health, will be published in the near future.

In this episode, Wes and Jon tackle the topic of lasers in dentistry.  We will talk about the history of laser use and bring you up to date with some of the current types and uses.  There is a lot of debate about laser use in periodontal therapy and we attempt to summarize the current research on LANAP and periodontal laser therapy to determine if it is safe and effective or if it is just marketing hype.  Also, should you buy a laser for your practice and if so, which one?  It's all here in this action packed laser episode

Dr. Allen Honigman, originally from Ottawa, Ontario in Canada, received his B.Sc in Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa. He then pursued an honors degree in Genetics at the University of Western Ontario. He then attended Idaho State University, and received his Masters degree in Microbiology and Immunology. After working towards a Ph.D. in Microbiology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, he decided on a dental career and went on to complete his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1991 at the University. From there, he went directly to UCLA, where he finished his periodontic specialty training residency in 1993. Dr. Honigman practiced in Southern California until he moved to Guam, in 1995, to accept a position as a periodontist and dental director for Pacificare. While there, he had the opportunity to lecture at local dental society meetings. In 1999 Dr. Honigman was offered a faculty position as the Director for Undergraduate Periodontic Clinical Education at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio where he was also awarded "Clinical Faculty of the Year" by the dental students. While there, he also gave a continuing education course on Periodontal Esthetic Surgery for the Cleveland dental community. In 2001, he moved to Arizona to practice and in 2003, opened his periodontics and implant practice in Chandler. He began utilizing CT guided implant treatment planning and placement in early 2004, and is one of the most prolific users of the technology in Arizona. In 2005, he became the first periodontist in Phoenix to incorporate LANAP into his practice, and in 2007, added a cone beam CT scanner to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning of his periodontal and implant patients.   www.LANAP.com

I am a dedicated and professional specialist in Dental Hygiene with over 11 years of Dental Hygiene experience and 19 years of experience in the dentistry industry.   The LANAP® Procedure (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure - cementum-mediated new periodontal ligament attachment to the root surface in the absence of long junctional epithelium) is a patented, bold breakthrough technique for dentists to treat periodontal disease in a general or periodontal practice setting. It offers your patients a significantly less traumatic alternative to traditional periodontal surgery.   www.LANAP.com

Dino Napoletano, DMD talks about his sloppy college beginnings, why dentistry captivates him, and how he learned to do the impossible.   Son of Italian immigrants, born 1960 in Middletown, NY; BA Biology/Zoology with minor in Psychology Saint Leo University, St, Leo, FL (1983); DMD Boston University (1987); GPR UAB Veterans Hospital, Birmingham, AL (1988); Solo Practice (Donato Dental, PLLC) since 1988; Affiliate Medical Staff Member Orange Regional Medial Center, Middletown, NY since 1989; Integrated 3 wavelengths of lasers, Cerec, Lanap, and microscopes in 18 months (2004-2005). President & CEO A&D Management Inc, a commercial real estate development and management company since 1991 with majority of tenants being dentists; Dental Technology Integration Consultant, Donato Dental Systems, LLC since 2008; President & CEO of D&R Management, LLC, a commercial & residential property management company, Belleair Beach, FL since 2010; Authored numerous articles on dental technology integration.   www.donatodental.com ; www.donatodentalsystems.com ; email: donato@donatodental.com ; office: 845-342-6444

Dr. David Kimmel shares his knowledge of lasers, botox and dermal fillers. PDF Transcript   CE Courses on Dentaltown.com:Laser Dentistry Basics: What Laser Should I Buy? by Dr. David Kimmel Incorporating Botox Into Your Dental Practice For Cosmetics by Dr. David Kimmel   LANAP AMD Diode Laser American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE)  

Dr. Alvin Danenberg a periodontist in South Carolina who has been in practice for 40 years. Within the last 4 years, he has included Laser Periodontal Therapy as his primary treatment for periodontal disease. The procedure is called “Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure” or “LANAP”. He was awarded as “Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner” Grant Conness radio talk show host of the “Global Wealth Show” on 610 WIOD in South Florida and he is the managing director and co-founder of Global Wealth Management an investment management and retirement income planning firm based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Mr. Conness has been featured in Newsweek, USA Today and the Wall Street Journal . He is the Co-Author of the book “The Ultimate Success Guide”   Francis Jackson attorney who specializes in disability law for those seeking veterans disability benefits and social security disability benefits.  A founding partner of Jackson & MacNichol. He has also been quoted in USA Today and is listed in Cambridge Who's Who. He was honored by the National Academy of Best Selling Authors with a "Quilly" award for his contribution as a joint author to the Amazon best selling book, "Protect and Defend"