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COLLEGEVILLE, Montoursville AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Ankylos implants offer some distinct benefits to overdenture patients that traditional implants cannot, and for that reason, Philadelphia, PA dental implants expert Dr. David DiGiallorenzo has used them for years. Ankylos is the only implant system that offers a Food and Drug Administration-approved solution to immediately restore form and function for denture wearers,…

LAPIP: Gum Disease Treatment for Dental Implant Patients in PA It is estimated that up to 80 percent of patients with dental implants suffer from gum disease surrounding their implanted prosthetics, a condition called peri-implantitis. Like periodontitis (the bacterial infection of gingival tissue surrounding a natural tooth), peri-implantitis can cause bleeding and receding gums, deterioration of bone tissue and eventual loss of the implant…

Brominated vegetable oil, or BVO, is a toxic chemical that has appeared as an additive in dozens of soft drinks for decades. When consumed over an extended period of time, BVO can accumulate within the body and cause detrimental health effects. In fact, there have been multiple cases in which an individual who consumed excessive…

Montoursville, COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – When people think of periodontal disease, they typically associate it with adults. But that is a huge misconception, according to a Philadelphia periodontist. Periodontal disease can affect children, too. In fact, studies have shown that almost all youth have gingivitis, which is the first stage of periodontal disease, according to…

Glyphosate. Gly-pho-sate. What is it? Well, if you think it sounds like something you don’t want to eat, you’re right. It’s the active ingredient in Roundup, Monsanto’s leading pesticide, and it’s what’s sprayed onto our corn, soy, beets, wheat… and more. What’s worse? Glyphosate was recently classified as a “probable carcinogen” by the International Agency…

Montoursville AND COLLEGEVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA – The struggling economy is driving more people to seek cheaper options when it comes to dental implants. Often, those cheaper options lead patients- particularly baby boomers- overseas. However, what are the risks?“Senior citizens seeking dental implants often want to find dental care abroad due to the cutbacks in government aid…

PHILADELPHIA, PA – As a result of his use of the laser-assisted new attachment procedure, commonly referred to as LANAP, Philadelphia periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo has identified what he considers to be the top five benefits of LANAP over traditional periodontal treatment. DiGiallorenzo, who also is a Philadelphia dental implants specialist, has used LANAP in his practice since early 2009.…

Your oral health is not separate from your overall health. Instead, it should be seen as a part of your general well-being. This allows us to consider more than your teeth as part of the holistic dentistry that we offer at the LANAP & Implant Center of Pennsylvania. The Wellness Center is closely tied into what we do…

Montoursville, COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Women often keep closer track of their diet, weight and activity levels when they’re pregnant. Dr. David DiGiallorenzo, a Montoursville, Pennsylvania dental implants expert, says there is something else that you should pay particular attention to if you are pregnant: your periodontal health. “Obviously, it should be a priority for everyone all…

COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Bad breath is something none of us want, but all of us get once in a while. Bad breath can be caused by something as simple as eating garlic, or it can be an  something serious, such as periodontal disease. “The odor emitted from the mouth of someone with periodontal…