About Dr. Eric Linden
Dr. Eric Linden is a periodontist (gum disease specialist) in the field of Laser Periodontal Surgery which includes LANAP, periodontics, regeneration, and dental implants. He has been practicing his specialty since 1985.
Dr. Linden is an occasional guest expert on WebMD. He is one of the first LANAP practitioners on the east coast. With 26 years experience in periodontal specialty practice, he now performs LANAP laser procedures every day. He has...
Our Periodontal Practice
We offer two patient financing plans, Springstone and CareCredit. See our Financial Policy page.
After your initial consultation, we will be happy to put you in touch with existing patients who have volunteered to speak with new patients.
In addition to LANAP, our practice includes a wide range of periodontal services such as comprehensive treatment planning for advanced prosthetic/periodontal cases, second...
Dr. Eric Linden's Periodontal Lectures
Dr. Eric Linden's Upcoming Lectures
Staten Island University Hospital
Staten Island, NY
February 2, 2012, 8pm
"Laser Periodontal Surgery"
NJ Health Professions Development Institute
River Edge, NJ
Wednesday February 29, 2012, 6-9 PM
"Laser Periodontal Surgery - New Advances"
www.njhpdi.com
Dr. Eric Linden's Recent Publications
The July issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association has published a letter by Dr. Eric Linden in response to a controversal article regarding laser periodontal therapy. To read the full text of Dr. Linden's letter, click the image below:
Dr. Linden's Recent Lectures
Greater New York Dental Meeting
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
"Laser Periodontal Surgery With The ND:YAG Laser" <--Click on title to hear audio of talk.
Dr. Linden discussed the use of ND:YAG laser to treat periodontal disease. The program demonstrated where this specific type of laser therapy can be utilized. Comparisons to traditional periodontal surgery were also presented. The advantages of ND:YAG laser therapy were shown in detail. Clinical cases with full mouth radiographs, clinical photos and years of follow up were demonstrated. Dr. Linden also discussed treatment planning and the integration of the laser in the overall periodontal/restorative plan.
Pascack Valley Study Club
Thursday March 31st at 6:30PM
"Laser Periodontal Surgery using the ND:YAG Laser"
Boston University Alumni Club of New York
March 23rd, 2011
"Advances in Laser Periodontal Therapy"
New York County Dental Society
February 4, 2011
"Laser Periodontal Surgery" (more details)
Greater New York Dental Meeting
November 28, 2010, 10am-2pm
"Advances in Laser Periodontal Surgery"
Mercer County Dental Society
October 19, 2010
"Laser Periodontal Surgery"
University of Kentucky School of Dentistry
October 15, 2010
"Latest Innovations in Laser Periodontal Surgery"
Passaic County Dental Society
October 4, 2010
"Advances in Laser Periodontal Surgery"
Over 40 dentists attended.
Northeast Society of Periodontists
September 30, 2010
"Laser/LANAP Periodontal Surgery"
Breaking News
New Jersey TV NEWSChannel 12 recently taped a medical segment with Dr. Linden, including video of him performing LANAP on a live patient, and an interview discussing laser treatment, gum disease, and its systemic connections, causes, treatment, etc.
Leading Periodontists Worldwide Excited About Research Data for the LANAP(R) Protocol - More human histologic research, this time on 'hopeless' teeth! New connective tissue attachment (CTA) and regeneration of root surface (cementum), both positive signs of the reversal of bone loss.
What is LANAP?
LANAP is an acronym for "Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure".
Traditionally, moderate to advanced periodontitis, or gum disease, was treated with surgery involving cutting, stitching, and significant recovery time. This invasive approach was often painful, and presented “roadblocks” for patients taking medications such as blood thinners, certain cardiac medications, and other systemic medications that would be contraindicated for traditional periodontal surgery. Although traditional procedures have been successful, our state-of-the-art approach to the treatment of periodontal (gum) disease is more conservative and predictable. With LANAP, we are now able to improve the periodontal health of our patients for many years in a much less invasive way.
LANAP enables a “qualified” periodontist to treat gum disease much more quickly and easily, with no cutting, stitching, bleeding, or pain. Not all lasers are FDA-approved for this procedure. LANAP is the only FDA approved protocol for the treatment of periodontal disease.
LANAP/Laser Surgery Videos
LANAP/Laser Surgery Animation
Healthy Mouth, Healthy You
There are more bacteria living in your mouth than there are people living on earth. The video below illustrates on a microscopic level why good oral care can affect not only your mouth, but your overhall health. If you would like to view it in a larger size, click here.
Visualization courtesy of TheVisualMD.com
Excellent video explaining the LANAP protocol and the benefits of laser periodontal surgery.
Recent Periodontal News
Important Video: Whoopi Goldberg talks about Gum Disease
January 23, 2012 - Dental Exam Went Well? Thank Fluoride
January 20, 2012 - A guide to common dental problems
January 20, 2012 - 8 Dental Health Tips to Help you Save on Teeth Treatment Costs
January 20, 2012 - 6 Ways To Instantly Improve Your Teeth and Oral Health
January 19, 2012 - Emerging indications: antioxidants for periodontal disease
January 18, 2012 - Bad breath may be an indicator of dental disease
January 17, 2012 - Oral hygiene can impact more than just the mouth
January 14, 2012 - Gum Treatment Can Help Alleviate Arthritis Pain
January 9, 2012 - The art of brushing teeth
January 6, 2012 - Licorice Root May Cut Cavities, Gum Disease
January 5, 2012 - New treatments for periodontal disease
January 5, 2012 - 5 Ways Poor Dental Care Makes You Sick
January 5, 2012 - Menopause and Your Teeth
January 5, 2012 - What does your mouth have to say about your health?
December 29, 2011 - What Your Mouth Could Be Telling You
December 29, 2011 - Dental implants: The superior solution to lost teeth
December 28, 2011 - Poor Dental Care Linked To Pneumonia, Warn Experts
December 27, 2011 - If Your Teeth Could Talk ...The Mouth Offers Clues to Disorders and Disease; Dentists Could Play Larger Role in Patient Care
December 15, 2011 - Should dentists offer health screenings?
December 15, 2011 - More Floridians are taking their toothaches to the ER
December 14, 2011 - Study: Probiotics May Be Good for Your Teeth
December 14, 2011 - Can Losing Weight Protect Your Teeth?
December 13, 2011 - Ask the Implant & Restorative Dentist: Comprehensive exams vital to oral health
December 12, 2011 - The health crisis that is largely silent: Dental disease
December 12, 2011 - Oral Health and Pregnancy
December 12, 2011 - Beyond the Brush: Five Ways to Help Promote Healthy Teeth and Gums
December 12, 2011 - Nonabrasive ultrasonic toothbrush debuts in U.S.
December 12, 2011 - Good oral health is vital for diabetics
December 9, 2011 - Modern Periodontal Disease Treatments Techniques
December 7, 2011 - Oral health shouldn't be overlooked during cancer treatment
November 30, 2011 - Regenerative Gum Surgery
November 30, 2011 - Mercury fillings 'filled' with controversy
November 29, 2011 - 5 Ways to Beat Gum Disease
November 29, 2011 - Mouse study explains bacterium's unique role in periodontitis
November 28, 2011 - Probiotics again show oral health potential
November 28, 2011 - Oral health an indicator of overall well-being
November 28, 2011 - Diabetics Need to Pay Extra Close Attention to Their Teeth and Gums
November 28, 2011 - A Closer Look at Teeth May Mean More Fillings
November 27, 2011 - Colleague’s dental fears could have killed him
November 23, 2011 - Leading Periodontists Worldwide Excited About Research Data for the LANAP(R) Protocol
November 21, 2011 - Dental Health: Periodontitis
November 18, 2011 - Some Unexpected Foods May Harm Teeth
November 18, 2011 - Oral bacteria linked with pneumonia risk
More Peridontal News
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