PHDI in The News
Congratulations to Dr. Kristen Frantz on becoming an associate member of the Greater New York Academy of Prosthodontics!
This is an extraordinary honor and achievement. The academy elevates the art and science of prosthodontics through education, research and practice.
Congratulations to Dr. Bryan Frantz!
Dr. Frantz is receiving the AAP Gold medal award this year in Austin Texas. Perio Health & Dental Implants is so proud of Dr. Frantz and this incredible achievement.
Dr. Bryan Frantz inducted into the American College of Dentists
Perio Health & Dental Implants is proud to announce Dr. Bryan Frantz’s induction into the American College of Dentists. The American College of Dentists is the oldest major honorary organization for dentists. The college is comprised of dentists who have exemplified excellence through their outstanding leadership and exceptional contributions to dentistry and society. Congratulations Dr. Frantz!
Congratulations to Dr. Bryan Frantz on receiving the Distinguished Service Award from the American Academy of Periodontology
This year, Dr. Bryan Frantz received the Distinguished Service Award from the American Academy of Periodontology. This award is given to an Academy member for distinguished service in more than one area for over 20+ years. Perio Health & Dental Implants would like to give Dr. Bryan a warm and heartfelt congratulations!
Congratulations to Dr. Kristen Frantz, DMD, MS on her recent board certification in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry!
Dr. Kristen recently became board certified in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Board certification recognizes the achievement of in-depth knowledge in the specialty. It also is a professional commitment to the standards of periodontics. Diplomates of the American Board of Periodontology are required to continually update their knowledge and skills through continuing education and periodic testing.
Perio Health & Dental Implants is very proud of Dr. Kristen Frantz and her recent career advancements.
To schedule your appointment with Dr. Kristen Frantz, call Perio Health & Dental Implants today at Dunmore Office Phone Number 570-344-3344!
Dr. Kristen Frantz: Eastman Institute for Oral Health’s First Graduate in Combined Program
For Dr. Kristen Frantz (BS ’12, Perio ’19, Prostho ’21, MS ’21), it will be working with her friends every day that she will miss most after graduation.
The Scranton, PA native is wrapping up five and a half years at Eastman, earning a master’s degree and her Periodontics and Prosthodontics Certificates, the first one to graduate from the new combined program.
She began predoctoral studies at the University of Rochester, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Minor in Music in 2012. She then went to dental school at Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry and then returned to EIOH in 2016 for a combined residency program in Periodontics and Prosthodontics. During that time, she won the Gerald N. Graser Award at the AADR meeting in 2019 for Outstanding Clinical Case Series, as well as third place for Best Clinical Poster at the American Prosthodontic Society meeting in 2020.
Continuing Education: Navigational Surgery
Our team recently completed a navigational surgery course. This technology allows for very accurate and minimally invasive implant placement. We are excited to implement the awesome technology in our office.
Periospectives Magazine: Looping Back:
President’s Message: 2020 Vision:
As we enter not only a new year but a new decade, we are ideally positioned to make the Academy’s 106th year one of the most eventful and productive years in our history. As I assume the role of AAP president, which I consider to be one of the greatest honors of my thirty year periodontal career, there are a variety of initiatives I hope to accomplish in 2020 that will benefit our esteemed specialty and provide value to you – the individual AAP member….
Leading Through Service
In his personal life, in his practice, and within the Academy, newly installed AAP President Dr. Bryan Frantz has steadfastly been committed to both service and leadership. From his days in high school, when he was a starting guard on the Scranton Central Football team that went on to win the Eastern Pennsylvania state championship; to being elected the AAP Board of Trustees in 2012…
Three-Dimensional Imaging in Periodontal Diagnosis, Treatment Planning and Implant Therapy
By Dr. Bryan Frantz,
September 12, 2019
What are the upsides — and limitations — of diagnosing various stages of periodontal disease with CBCT imaging?
The 3D images provided by CBCT offer useful information that can guide clinical decision-making, periodontal diagnosis, treatment planning and surgical execution.
ADHA Honors 2018 AAP at Dental Hygiene Symposium
At its 2019 annual conference in Louisville, the American Dental Hygienist Association (ADHA) honored the AAP, Dr. Bryan Frantz with a presidential citation in recognition of the 2018 Dental Hygiene Symposium at the annual meeting in Vancouver. The symposium was planned in collaboration with the ADHA and Canadian Association of Dental Hygienists and attracted over 200 attendees.
Awards & Recognitions
- Dr. Bryan Frantz won a national election for officership in the American Academt of Periodontology.
- Dr. Bryan Frantz earned Diplomate status within the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) (PDF)