Decades of Experience
With decades of experience in periodontics, implant placement, and laser surgery, we deliver unparalleled results for your smile.
Two Convenient Locations
We offer two convenient locations in Grand Rapids and Wyoming, MI, to better serve you and your family’s dental needs.
New Patient Availability
We can accommodate new patients each month without long waiting periods, ensuring timely access to care.
Excellent Patient Care
We provide excellent patient care, taking the time to get to know you and your unique situation so we can provide personalized treatment.
Grand Rapids & Wyoming, MI
Experience Exceptional Care from a
Leader In the Field of Implants and Periodontics
We are dedicated to providing comprehensive care that ensures the longevity of a healthy smile. Whether you need precise gum procedures or a full mouth reconstruction with dental implants, we can restore healthy gums and teeth. Our approach involves designing treatment plans tailored specifically to you and your dental concerns with a personalized smile that addresses your unique needs while creating a beautiful and healthy result.
By investing in the latest techniques and minimally invasive procedures, we guarantee accurate outcomes and minimal time in the chair. Our comfortable and inviting practice makes each visit a positive experience, from the friendliness of our staff to our comfortable amenities, leaving you confident in your care. Ultimately, our goal is to build long-lasting relationships with our patients, fostering a partnership in maintaining your oral health for years to come.
Your smile is our priority; we’re here to help you keep it at its best.
Meet Our Periodontist
Dr. James C. Papp
Dr. Papp, a Grand Rapids native, earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Wooster in 1991 and his DMD degree from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry in 1995. He completed his certificate in Periodontics at The University of Michigan in 1998. Dr. Papp practiced for five years at a leading periodontal and dental implant practice in the Chicago land area before returning to Grand Rapids, MI, in December 2003 to open his private practice. He has since expanded to serve the Kentwood, Grandville, and Big Rapids areas.
Dr. Papp is a past President of the Kent County Dental Society and is in his 8th year on the West Michigan District Dental Society Board, where he serves as a delegate to the Michigan Dental Association. His professional affiliations include active memberships in the American Academy of Periodontology, the Academy of Laser Dentistry (certified), the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the Midwest Periodontal Society, the American Dental Association, the American Association of Dental Research, and the American Society of Forensic Odontology.
Dr. James C. Papp
Dr. James C. Papp
Dr. Lisa Kane
Dr. Lisa Kane is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist who’s been practicing dentistry for more than 24 years. She received her dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2001 and completed her prosthodontic specialty training in 2012 from the University of Michigan. Dr. Kane is a recognized leader in her field, having received numerous awards and appointments. She was on staff at St. Joseph Mercy hospital (Trinity health) from 2018 until 2024 as an attending faculty, teaching the next generation of dentists in a GPR where she also received an Excellence in Teaching award. Dr. Kane was Director of Complete Denture DDS course from 2014 to 2019 at University of Michigan School of Dentistry while maintaining a private practice in Bloomfield Hills, a suburb of metro Detroit. Dr. Kane maintains her adjunct clinical associate professor appointment at the dental school and is now currently in private practice at Great Lakes Prosthodontics in an exciting collaboration with Great Lakes Periodontics. The disciplines of periodontics and prosthodontics share a critical and inseparable relationship as optimal oral health is essential to the long-term success of all prosthetic restorations and this latest collaboration is a perfect fit.
Dr. Lisa Kane
Dr. Lisa Kane
Unparalleled Expertise In
Designing a Truly Unique Smile
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Our Top Procedures
Dental Implants
Dental implants consist of a titanium post surgically placed in the jawbone, serving as a sturdy foundation for artificial teeth. They can effectively replace any number of missing teeth, from a single tooth to a full arch, providing a permanent and natural-looking solution.
The implants fuse with the bone through a process called osseointegration, ensuring stability and durability that can last a lifetime with proper care. By restoring both function and aesthetics, dental implants allow patients to enjoy their favorite foods and smile confidently again.
Periodontics
Periodontics is a dental specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease and the supporting structures of the teeth. Dr. Papp is trained to manage conditions affecting the gums, bones, and other tissues surrounding the teeth, ensuring overall oral health.
He also performs scaling and root planing, gum grafting, and dental implant placement to restore health and function. By addressing gum disease early, we can preserve teeth and enhance the aesthetics of a patient’s smile.
Laser Surgery
Laser surgery is a minimally invasive dental technique that utilizes focused light energy to precisely treat oral health conditions. This advanced technology can effectively remove or reshape tissue, making it ideal for gum contouring, lesion removal, and periodontal therapy.
One of the key benefits of laser surgery is its ability to minimize bleeding, reduce discomfort, and promote faster healing compared to traditional surgical methods. Laser surgery enhances patient satisfaction and overall treatment outcomes by offering a more comfortable experience and quicker recovery times.