Richard Winter, DDS, Interview – Laser Implant Dentistry and Crown Lengthening

In this interview, Dr. Richard Winter shares how he uses the LightScalpel CO₂ laser and how it has improved his efficiency and patient outcomes. Dr. Winter describes how he uses the laser in implant dentistry and the treatment of peri-implantitis. He also discusses why he developed the modified minimal crown lengthening procedure that utilizes the LightScalpel laser. Thank you, Dr. Winter, for your kind words and for letting us share your interview.

Richard B. Winter, DDS, MAGD, DABOI/ID, DICOI, FAAID, FADI, FICD, DABLS, graduated from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 1988. He is an avid student having achieved the prestigious Mastership Award in the Academy of General Dentistry. This award is given after taking over 1000 hours of continuing education and participation courses and passing a rigorous examination. Dr. Winter has also been awarded a Diplomate award in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Fellowship awards in the Academy of Dentistry International and the International College of Dentists have also been conferred upon Dr. Winter. Dr. Winter just became certified in the ABOI/ID American Board of Oral Implantologists/Implant Dentistry. The ABOI/ID Diplomate designation symbolizes the highest level of competence in implant dentistry. Certification by the ABOI/ID attests to the fact that a dentist has demonstrated knowledge, ability, and proficiency in implant dentistry through a rigorous examination process.

Dr. Winter has lectured on advanced reconstructive and implant dentistry throughout the country and has published several articles on Upgradeable Dentistry, Advanced Treatment Planning, Reconstructive and Implant Dentistry, and General Dentistry As A Specialty. He has also received recognition from the Expert Network as a Distinguished Doctor. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis with his daughter Ariel and son Eli. His wife Jaclyn also helps at Hampton Dental Associates and they enjoy biking and cooking together. Dr. Rick is also an MMA (mixed martial arts) judge and has judged for the UFC, K-1 and other Kickboxing and martial arts promotions. He practiced and taught various martial arts for 35 years. Learn more about Dr. Winter and his dental practice at hamptondentalassociates.com.