Your smile speaks volumes about your unique personality and leaves a lasting impression on others. However, an imperfect smile can affect your appearance, self-esteem, social interactions, and professional journey. If issues like stains, chips, gaps, or missing teeth are holding back your smile’s potential, our dedicated periodontist, Dr. Sarah Balaster, can help.
With a blend of advanced techniques, cutting-edge technology, and an artistic approach, Dr. Balaster can revive the smile you thought was lost or create the flawless smile you’ve always envisioned. Through personalized treatments, you’ll enhance your oral health and well-being while boosting your self-assurance and overall confidence!
Dr. Balaster possesses extensive expertise in handling complex dental cases and restoring smiles. She recognizes that no treatment is one-size-fits-all. With a depth and breadth of experience, she is adept at identifying the correct solution for each patient’s unique dental concerns and lifestyle.
Her fine arts background enhances her ability to craft exceptional smiles, blending artistic sensibility with dental precision. As a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Balaster delivers exceptional care that is hard to find anywhere else, ensuring her patients receive personalized and high-quality treatment.
LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is a minimally invasive treatment for periodontal disease that uses laser technology to remove diseased tissue and promote the regeneration of healthy gum tissue. This procedure is less painful and has a quicker recovery time compared to traditional gum surgery.
LANAP targets only the infected areas, preserving more healthy gum tissue and reducing the risk of further complications. It also helps stimulate bone growth and improve oral health by effectively eliminating the bacteria that cause periodontal disease.
Laser-guided implant placement
The BLAST protocol is a revolutionary approach in implant dentistry to enhance dental implants’ success and longevity. This innovative technique focuses on thoroughly sanitizing the implant site before the actual placement of the implant. Doing so effectively prevents any residual traces of periodontal disease from adhering to the new implant.
This proactive measure promotes a cleaner implant environment and reduces the risk of reinfection or complications from previous periodontal issues. Ultimately, the BLAST protocol ensures that patients undergoing implant surgery can enjoy a healthier and more secure foundation for their new smile.”
LAPIP (Laser-Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure) is a minimally invasive treatment to address failing dental implants affected by peri-implantitis. This procedure uses laser technology to remove infected tissue and bacteria around the implant without damaging the surrounding bone or healthy tissue.
By promoting the regeneration of bone and soft tissue, LAPIP helps to stabilize and save the failing implant. It offers a quicker recovery time and less discomfort than traditional surgical methods, improving patient outcomes and implant longevity.
Gum/soft tissue grafting is a surgical procedure to treat gum recession by replacing lost gum tissue. During the procedure, Dr. Balaster uses minimally invasive techniques to take a small amount of tissue to cover the exposed roots of teeth affected by recession.
This helps to protect the roots from decay and sensitivity while improving the appearance of the gum line. Gum grafting is often recommended to prevent gum recession and enhance oral health.
Air polishing is a dental procedure that combines air, water, and fine powder particles to remove plaque, stains, and biofilm from teeth. This method is gentler than traditional scaling and polishing techniques, making it ideal for anxious patients who may find dental cleanings uncomfortable or stressful.
The procedure is quick and efficient, reducing the overall time spent in the dental chair and minimizing discomfort. The sensation of air polishing is often described as less invasive, helping to alleviate anxiety and promote a more relaxed dental experience for nervous patients.
