Philadelphia periodontists

WILLIAMSPORT AND PHAIADELPHIA, PA - A controversy is brewing over fluoride. While it is known to protect teeth from cavities, a growing number of studies call into question the safety of fluoride in drinking water, due to the possible health risks created when it is ingested.

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.

The benefits of LANAP that he has identified are as follows:

Less Invasive

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Dr. David DiGiallorenzo, a Philadelphia periodontist recently taped a segment of The Wellness Hour with Randy Alvarez, which airs at 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday nights on WNET Channel 13 in the Philadelphia market.

The segment focuses on spreading the word that there are other options for treating periodontal disease than the traditional “cut and stitch” method, said the Collegeville and Philadelphia dental implants specialist.

COLLEGEVILLE AND PHILADELPHIA, PA – Losing teeth shouldn’t mean losing self-confidence and the ability to eat certain foods.

And yet, that is what happens to many Americans when they lose their teeth due to trauma, periodontal disease or decay and replace them with traditional dentures.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Sleep apnea is a potentially life-threatening condition that affects about 18 million Americans and often can be corrected with a simple oral device.

There are at least five signs and symptoms that a person may suffer from sleep apnea, said Philadelphia Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo.

Choking and Gasping During Sleep
People with sleep apnea often exhibit this behavior as they struggle to get air into their lungs.

Frequent Silences During Sleep

PHILADELPHIA, PA – The advent of laser periodontal treatment has proven to be useful in painlessly treating a variety of oral problems, including chronic inflammatory disease.

Philadelphia Periodontist Dr. David DiGiallorenzo began using laser periodontal treatment in his office earlier this year. The laser helps ensure oral problems are treated early enough, which can prevent tooth loss. The laser also prevents more serious problems associated with bacterial infections, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, heart attack, diabetes and pre-term, low birthweight babies.

PHILADELPHIA, PA – It’s no secret that smoking is bad for you, but for those stubborn smokers out there, a Philadelphia dental implants specialist has uncovered a few more reasons to “kick butt,” so to speak, once and for all.

Smoking and smokeless tobacco products is the number one risk factor for periodontal disease and can slow the healing process after oral surgery, said Dr. David Digiallorenzo.

May 20, 2009- PHILADELPHIA, PA – There was a time when a dentist’s referral to a periodontist sparked fear and trepidation in the minds of many patients.

However, laser therapy for gum disease has transformed a once lengthy, painful, multi-appointment procedure into a single painless, non-surgical visit, said Philadelphia, PA dental implants specialist and periodontist Dr. David Digiallorenzo.