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Visit Our New Location in Williamsport
Come enjoy exceptional periodontal services at our new location in Williamsport, PA. Dr. Barry Holden believes that optimal oral health and a sense of confidence go hand-in-hand. He and our expert team are committed to helping you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile that will last a lifetime. Your complete satisfaction is what we strive for, and we will do anything to ensure your dental experience is pleasant and successful. Come visit us at our new location, 1501 Washington Blvd. in Williamsport, to see what a difference our superior care can make for your smile! Periodontal Therapy Gum disease, or periodontitis, is a lot more common than you might realize. It affects

Periodontal Therapy from Dr. Barry Holden
You’re proud of the way you take care of yourself. You try to exercise regularly, you stick to a healthy diet—with indulgent snacks kept to a reasonable limit—and you try to get enough sleep every night. But did you know that lurking in your mouth could be bacteria that are not only harming your oral health but your general health, too? Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is very common. The disease ranges from gingivitis in its milder form to periodontitis in its advanced stage. Dr. Barry Holden provides gum disease treatment for his patients in Williamsport and State College, PA, in order to arrest the progress of the disease and

Implant Supported Dentures Anchor Beautiful Smiles in State College, PA
Are you a denture-wearer or do you know someone who wears dentures? Then you are probably familiar with a common complaint: dentures slip. If you think about it, this problem can almost be expected, because ordinary dentures simply fit on top of soft gum tissue. There is, however, a solution. Implant supported dentures solve the problem of dentures that slip. With implant supported dentures, Dr. Barry Holden can secure your smile just as he’s done for many others in State College and Williamsport, PA. What are Implant Supported Dentures? An implant, or dental implant, is a biocompatible titanium post that Dr. Holden surgically implants into your jawbone. When needed to replace one missing tooth, this implant

Missing Teeth are Replaced with Dental Implants in State College and Williamsport, PA
Are you a child eagerly waiting for the tooth fairy to come replace your missing tooth with a shiny new coin? No? Well then in that case, having one or missing teeth is not so wonderful. In fact, missing teeth can be more than just inconvenient—they can lead to serious oral and general health problems. For the sake of your health and so you can speak, chew, smile and laugh comfortably, consider dental implants. With dental implants, Dr. Barry Holden has restored healthy and beautiful smiles for people located around his two offices that are conveniently located in State College, PA, and Williamsport, PA. Dental Implants and Missing Teeth When you have missing teeth, you have

Replace Your Missing Tooth or Teeth with State-of-the-Art Dental Implants by Dr. Barry Holden in State College and Williamsport, PA
Dr. Holden is a board certified dental implant surgeon with over 28 years experience using only the best implant materials, including systems by Biomet 3i, Nobel Biocare, and Zimmer Dental. Schedule an implant consultation appointment with Dr. Holden today. Dr. Holden is a trusted dental implant specialist with two conveniently located offices in State College and Williamsport, PA. Dr. Holden provides expert dental implant and periodontal services throughout State College, Williamsport, Bellefonte, Lewistown, Huntingdon, Clearfield, Lock Haven, Bloomsburg, Altoona, Danville, and the surrounding communities. What are Dental Implants? A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Why Choose Dental Implants to replace your missing teeth? Implants are

Restore Your Oral Health with Non- Invasive Laser Periodontal Surgery from Dr. Holden in State College and Williamsport, PA
Are you too afraid to get the gum disease therapy you need? Many patients with gum disease avoid the treatment they need because they fear “going under the knife”. But advanced periodontal (gum) disease will not get better on its own. Periodontal disease can only be treated by removing the harmful bacteria hiding beneath the gum line and accumulating in tissue pockets around the teeth. Without comprehensive periodontal disease treatment, you will face serious dental health risks, including tooth and jawbone loss. Fortunately, Dr. Holden now offers a non-invasive and pain free treatment option that doesn’t involve scalpels or cutting. LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) gum disease treatment uses only a laser to perform the surgery needed to restore your dental health. Schedule