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The thought of oral surgery and periodontal care may seem daunting. Laser dentistry utilizes a highly-focused beam of light to perform a wide variety of treatments and procedures. Laser therapy can be used in place of more invasive surgical procedures for more comfortable, efficient, and cost-effective treatment for our patients.
Why Should I Get Soft-Tissue Laser Therapy?
Soft-tissue lasers are more gentle, less invasive, and help you recover faster than traditional dental tools like scalpels. Thanks to our investment in modern laser tools, our dentists can provide faster, simpler, and more precise treatment for our patients. Get in touch with us to learn more about the benefits of soft-tissue laser therapy today.
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Keeping Care Accessible
Paying for your dental care shouldn’t be a chore. That’s why we make it easy with a range of payment options, so you can get your smile on the right track.
Meet Our Team
Amy Weis, DDS
Dr. Amy’s passion for helping babies with feeding challenges began after struggling to breastfeed her own daughter due to a tongue tie. After experiencing first-hand the life-changing effects from having her daughter’s tongue and lip ties released, Dr. Amy refocused her career to help other moms and babies.
Dr. Amy exclusively focuses on tongue tie releases and tethered oral tissues, with an emphasis on infant feeding. She has completed Laser Safety Training with the American Laser Study Club.
Dr. Amy exclusively focuses on tongue tie releases and tethered oral tissues, with an emphasis on infant feeding. She has completed Laser Safety Training with the American Laser Study Club.
Jill Johnston, OTD, OTR/L
Jill is an occupational therapist specializing in infant feeding and development associated with tongue ties. She has specialty training in TummyTime! Method and oral motor therapy to support the frenecotmy process. As a mom of two little ones with ties, she is passionate about helping families find ease and comfort with feeding. She believes that the team approach is an integral part in achieving optimal results and is proud to be a part of the Vibrant Beginnings team!
Kelsey Wendland, MS, CCC SLP
Kelsey is an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist, Myofunctional Therapist and Certified Lactation Counselor with advanced training in oral muscle anatomy, posture, and coordination.
Kelsey founded Little Arbor Speech Therapy to specialize in treating the root causes of breathing, swallowing, sleeping and speech challenges through a myofunctional therapy approach. She strives to create a safe space for patients to learn and grow at their own pace and collaborates with other professionals along the way to get the best possible therapy outcomes.
Kelsey earned her master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from South Carolina State University. She spent the first 8 years of her career working in Chicago, IL for the Early Intervention system, servicing children from birth through three years of age. After feeling like she wasn’t getting to the root cause of her patient’s difficulties, Kelsey spent her time seeking out courses to learn about orofacial myofunctional therapy, tethered oral tissues, breathing and sleeping disturbances and feeding challenges. She believes in lifelong learning and enjoys attending conferences and new courses to stay up-to-date on new research and therapy techniques. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active, attending local sporting events, trying new restaurants, and exploring her new home state of North Carolina!
Kelsey founded Little Arbor Speech Therapy to specialize in treating the root causes of breathing, swallowing, sleeping and speech challenges through a myofunctional therapy approach. She strives to create a safe space for patients to learn and grow at their own pace and collaborates with other professionals along the way to get the best possible therapy outcomes.
Kelsey earned her master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from South Carolina State University. She spent the first 8 years of her career working in Chicago, IL for the Early Intervention system, servicing children from birth through three years of age. After feeling like she wasn’t getting to the root cause of her patient’s difficulties, Kelsey spent her time seeking out courses to learn about orofacial myofunctional therapy, tethered oral tissues, breathing and sleeping disturbances and feeding challenges. She believes in lifelong learning and enjoys attending conferences and new courses to stay up-to-date on new research and therapy techniques. In her spare time, she enjoys staying active, attending local sporting events, trying new restaurants, and exploring her new home state of North Carolina!
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The Benefits of Soft-Tissue Laser Therapy
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The Soft-Tissue Laser Therapy Treatment Process
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Did you know…
The first dental laser was approved by the FDA in 1990, and was a soft tissue laser primarily used for periodontal (gum) treatment.
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Call today to take advantage of our new patient special. A portion of your visit will go towards Safelight, a local Hendersonville charity. By investing in your own health, you will also be helping your community!