Dr. Balaster in the Media

Press, Media & Speaking

Advancing Dental Knowledge Through Exceptional Publications

Dr. Sarah Balaster is a distinguished board-certified periodontist who has been prominently featured in numerous professional publications and highlighted as a prolific scientific writer. Renowned for her personalized and holistic approach to dentistry, Dr. Balaster is dedicated to removing barriers between patients and the care they need.

She empowers her patients to feel more confident in their own skin while also striving to enhance the lives of clinicians and their staff. Through her commitment to patient education and support, she helps improve clinical practice outcomes, fostering a more compassionate and effective dental care environment.

Featured In Selected Articles

2026 | Compendium

Laser-Assisted Treatment of Peri-Implantitis With LAPIP™ and AI Radiographic Analysis

Dr. Sarah Balaster authored this clinical case report for Compendium, presenting the use of the LAPIP™ protocol and artificial intelligence–assisted radiographic analysis in the treatment of peri-implantitis and regenerative implant therapy.

2026 | DentistryIQ

What Happens Overnight Matters: Why Nighttime Brushing Carries More Weight Than You Think

Dr. Sarah Balaster authored this DentistryIQ article in collaboration with Philips Oral Healthcare, explaining the science behind nighttime brushing, reduced salivary flow during sleep, biofilm formation, periodontal health, and why effective plaque removal before bed can improve both oral and systemic health.

2024 | Denté Magazine

Dr. Sarah Balaster: Disrupting Periodontics with Laser Precision

Denté Magazine featured Dr. Sarah Balaster for her leadership in laser periodontics, minimally invasive dentistry, education, and innovation. The feature highlights her career as a board-certified periodontist, instructor for the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, and national speaker advancing modern periodontal care.

2024 | Denté Magazine

Annual Perio/Pros Issue – Cover Feature

Dr. Sarah Balaster was featured in Denté Magazine’s Annual Perio/Pros issue, sharing clinical insights into laser-assisted periodontal regeneration, minimally invasive surgical therapy, and the science behind the LANAP protocol.

2024 | Implant Dentistry

Cover Feature

Dr. Sarah Balaster became the first woman featured on the cover of Implant Dentistry, recognized for her leadership in periodontics, implant surgery, minimally invasive laser therapy, and advancing the future of implant dentistry.

2023 | PRWeb

Dr. Sarah Balaster Selected as Finalist for Clinical Leadership Award

PRWeb announced that Dr. Sarah Balaster was selected as a finalist for the 2023 Women in DSO Clinical Leadership Award, recognizing her leadership, innovation, and contributions to advancing specialty dentistry, dental hygiene, and patient care at Dental Care Alliance.

2023 | Women in DSO

2023 Leadership Award Finalists

Women in DSO recognized Dr. Sarah Balaster as a finalist for the 2023 Clinical Leadership Award, honoring leaders who have created meaningful impact and advanced the dental support organization industry.

2023 | Dental Care Alliance

Dr. Sarah Balaster Selected as Finalist for Clinical Leadership Award

Dental Care Alliance recognized Dr. Sarah Balaster as a finalist for the 2023 Women in DSO Clinical Leadership Award, highlighting her leadership as Chief Dental Officer for Adult Specialty & Hygiene and her commitment to advancing dentistry through education, innovation, and clinical excellence.

2023 | Inside Dental Hygiene

Dentistry Wants You!

Dr. Sarah Balaster was featured in Inside Dental Hygiene discussing the evolving priorities of today’s dental professionals, emphasizing workplace culture, leadership, and values in recruiting and retaining clinicians. 

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

Dental Care Alliance Launches Second Support Division for Specialty Dental Practices

Becker’s Dental Review announced that Dr. Sarah Balaster was appointed Chief Dental Officer for Adult Specialty & Hygiene at Dental Care Alliance, leading the organization’s newly created specialty division supporting specialty dental practices.

2022 | DrBicuspid

DSO DCA Reorganizes, Creates New Specialty Arm

DrBicuspid announced that Dr. Sarah Balaster was appointed Chief Dental Officer for the Adult Specialty & Hygiene Division at Dental Care Alliance, supporting more than 100 specialty practices in periodontics, endodontics, prosthodontics, and oral surgery following the organization’s restructuring

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

What Dentists Have Accomplished in 2022

Becker’s Dental Review recognized Dr. Sarah Balaster among the year’s notable accomplishments following her appointment as Chief Dental Officer for Adult Specialty & Hygiene at Dental Care Alliance.

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

10 Dentists to Know

Becker’s Dental Review recognized Dr. Sarah Balaster as one of its “10 Dentists to Know,” highlighting dentists making a significant impact through leadership and innovation in the profession.

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

Elevating Hygiene Through Technology and Focused Support

Becker’s Dental Review featured Dr. Sarah Balaster for leading innovation in dental hygiene, technology, education, and clinical excellence as Chief Dental Officer for Specialty & Hygiene at Dental Care Alliance.

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

Laser Dentistry: Brightening Lives and Smiles

Becker’s Dental Review featured Dr. Sarah Balaster discussing laser periodontal therapy, minimally invasive treatment, and the connection between periodontal health and overall systemic health.

2022 | Becker's Dental Review

11 Dentists Making Headline

Becker’s Dental Review reported that Dr. Sarah Balaster was appointed Chief Dental Officer for Adult Specialty & Hygiene at Dental Care Alliance, recognizing her leadership role in the organization’s newly formed specialty division.

2021 | BIOLASE

A Holistic Approach to Oral Health Through Dental Laser Technology

BIOLASE featured Dr. Sarah Balaster and Katie Schiller, RDH, discussing how laser dentistry can improve patient outcomes, support minimally invasive periodontal care, empower dental hygienists through advanced training, and strengthen the connection between oral and systemic health.

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