Understanding Treatment Costs and Making Informed Decisions
The Perio Patient Podcast
Understanding the cost of periodontal treatment is essential, but choosing care based solely on price without knowing all options can lead to unnecessary expenses and complications. Dr. Ben Young emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making and warns against profit-driven practices that may cut corners on patient care. He strongly recommends LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) over traditional surgical treatments for gum disease due to its effectiveness, shorter healing time, and lower cost when compared with other therapies that omit the electromagnetic energy component....
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105 A Holiday Reflection for 2024
The Perio Patient Podcast
I talk about the difference with managing dental implants and teeth long-term. If you have dental implants there are certain checks you need annually. I also talk about how this holiday season is different from previous ones and also how humility helps us heal.
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104 -- Growing Together Along Spiritual Lines
The Perio Patient Podcast
A review of Supportive Periodontal Therapy and a reflection on spiritual growth as a healthcare provider.
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Episode 103 Avoiding Overtreatment
The Perio Patient Podcast
My daughter called me with a dental question.
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PPP 102 Brushing and Flossing Review
The Perio Patient Podcast
People often get a few important oral hygiene concepts wrong. This frequently results in tooth and gum damage.
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How Much Does It Cost?
The Perio Patient Podcast
This a discussion on the topic of cost for periodontal services. I get into dental insurance, LANAP versus conventional periodontal treatment, dental implants as well as the importance of budgeting in ongoing preventive or supportive dental and periodontal care.
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What is a Crown Lengthening Procedure?
The Perio Patient Podcast
Your dentist tells you that you need a crown lengthening procedure. Let me try to explain what this is and why you might need one. Also we will get into the question about how long should people brush their teeth? The answer will be a little deeper than the rote answers often given.
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99 -- What is a Deep Cleaning?
The Perio Patient Podcast
Have you ever had a "deep cleaning"? Did you know this means you have had periodontal disease? It might be a good idea to listen to better understand the differences between different cleanings people can receive.
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98 -- Happy 23
The Perio Patient Podcast
Thoughts about breaking bad habits.
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97 -- An Introduction to The Still Point Podcast and Holiday Treatment Offer
The Perio Patient Podcast
Introducing three recent readings from my daily blog found at thestillpoint.substack.com. Also there is a holiday treatment offer stuck in there as well.
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