The Twin Cities boasts an impressive array of talented, compassionate dental professionals who are shaping the future of oral healthcare. Among them are three exceptional practitioners newly named to the 2025 Top Dentists list. These dentists, whether seasoned veterans or emerging experts, are revolutionizing care with groundbreaking advancements and a commitment to improving their patients’ lives.
A Vision for Regenerative Dentistry
Imagine visiting the dentist for gum disease treatment, fearing tooth loss and dentures, only to be offered a cutting-edge solution that allows you to preserve your natural teeth. This is the promise of regenerative dentistry, a practice leveraging the body’s innate healing mechanisms to repair or replace damaged oral tissues.
Dr. Hema Menon, a distinguished periodontist at Menon Periodontics and Implants in West St. Paul, is among the practitioners embracing these advancements. “We are using growth factors and stem cells to regenerate bone and treat gum issues,” Menon explains. She highlights additional innovations, including laser therapy for periodontal disease and inflammation and computer-guided surgeries enhanced by cone-beam 3D imaging technology. These techniques reduce complications and improve outcomes for procedures like dental implants.
A Multifaceted Approach to Periodontics
With a career spanning 15 years, Menon has found periodontics to be a harmonious blend of science, engineering, and artistry. After completing dental school and practicing as a general dentist in India, she relocated to the United States for a residency in periodontics. Today, her work centers on saving teeth affected by periodontal disease, whether through surgical or nonsurgical means, and providing dental implants when necessary.
“Periodontics is inherently multidisciplinary,” Menon says. “Dentists must determine whether a tooth is periodontally stable before any treatment, which fosters close collaboration with other specialties. This aspect of my work is immensely rewarding.”
Connecting Oral Health to Overall Well-Being
Menon is passionate about raising awareness of the link between periodontal health and systemic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and Alzheimer’s. Studies by the American Academy of Periodontology underline these connections, and Menon emphasizes the importance of patient education. “Motivating patients to prioritize oral health can have a profound impact on their overall well-being,” she notes.
Her dedication is reflected in the success stories she witnesses, such as elderly patients maintaining their natural teeth well into their 80s and 90s.
Creating a Judgment-Free Experience
Understanding the anxiety and embarrassment some patients feel, Menon strives to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment. “Nobody is here to judge what wasn’t done in the past,” she reassures. “Once patients feel supported and understand we are here to help, their anxiety diminishes. Being able to improve someone’s smile and confidence is the most rewarding part of my profession.”
As dentistry continues to evolve with innovations like regenerative techniques, 3D imaging, and advanced surgical methods, practitioners like Dr. Menon are leading the way toward a brighter, healthier future for patients.
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