What if I Don’t Have Enough Bone for Implants?
One of the most important factors that determines whether you are a good candidate for dental implants is the amount of bone present in your jaw. This will affect the potential success of your results because your jawbone must accommodate the implant and act as a solid base for the restoration. Should you not have sufficient jawbone density available, our periodontic specialist, Dr. Daniel Lauer, performs bone grafting to create a…
What Is the Difference Between Bridges and Dental Implants?
One of the most important factors that determines whether you are a good candidate for dental implants is the amount of bone present in your jaw. This will affect the potential success of your results because your jawbone must accommodate the implant and act as a solid base for the restoration. Should you not have sufficient jawbone density available, our periodontic specialist, Dr. Daniel Lauer, performs bone grafting to create a…
Are Dental Implants Right for Me?
Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement option that not only looks natural but also feels like your real teeth. When you come into Precision Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Dr. Daniel Lauer will spend time with you to discuss your options for replacing one or more missing teeth. From dental bridges to dentures to implants, he believes you should be fully informed about your choices so you can make the right…
New Technology Offers More Effective Gum Disease Treatment
At Precision Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, Dr. Daniel Lauer is dedicated to offering the most innovative and proven solutions available. Among our collection of advanced periodontal technology is the new micro-IDent®plus11 by HAIN Lifescience. This state-of-the-art system is utilized to identify the specific type of bacteria that is living in a patient’s periodontal pockets–the area of separation between the tooth and the inflamed gum tissue. This bacteria is one of the…
Sponsoring the 10th Annual Cancer Awareness Days
Earlier this month, Dr. Daniel Lauer participated in the 10th annual PGA National Women’s Cancer Awareness Days. This was his sixth year as a sponsor in memory of his late grandmother. Since 2004 the event has gathered the public to work together to make a difference in the lives of those who have suffered from cancer. This year’s event took place from Saturday, February 7th to Thursday, February 12th. The purpose…
What Factors into the Cost of Dental Implants
When it comes to replacing missing or damaged teeth, dental implants can be an excellent option. The advanced solution replaces not only the visible part of each tooth, but the entire root as well. Although alternative restorations, such as dentures, may have a lower cost upfront, dental implants are a durable, permanent solution that can be more cost-effective in the end. Dr. Daniel Lauer says that while implants tend to have…
Dr. Lauer Helps Patient with Rare Oral Lesion
As a board certified periodontist, Dr. Daniel Lauer is known not only for his experience in the field of periodontics and dental implants, but also for his expertise in oral pathology – including the diagnosis, treatment, and removal of abnormal soft tissues in the mouth. Recently, one of his patient cases was highlighted in the Diagnostic Discussion column of Today’s FDA, a monthly journal published by the Florida Dental Association. For…
Florida Dental Association Journal Highlights Dr. Lauer’s Patient Case
We are delighted to announce that the diagnosis of a rare oral condition Dr. Daniel Lauer helped identify for one of his patients was recently featured in the Diagnostic Discussion of Today’s FDA – the official journal of the Florida Dental Association (FDA). This marks the second time Dr. Lauer has appeared in the FDA’s publication, which is issued to members of the esteemed dental organization on a monthly basis. The…
8 Risk Factors That Can Lead to Gum Disease
Most people will develop some form of gum disease at some point in their life, whether the beginning stages of gingivitis or the more severe stage of periodontitis. As noted in our previous blog post “Protect Your Overall Health with Good Oral Hygiene,” your risk of developing the disease can be influenced by factors that you can or cannot control. When you are aware of these risk factors, you have a…
Protect Your Overall Health with Good Oral Hygiene
It is common knowledge that practicing good oral hygiene is important to maintain healthy teeth. What many people may not realize, however, is that simple brushing and flossing of the teeth can help protect your overall health. Studies have shown a strong link between oral and systemic health — when one suffers, you increase your risk of developing more serious conditions in the other. This mouth body connection is why Dr….