Dr. Donald E. Lareau, D.D.S., M.S.
PeriodonticsNPI: 1861575946
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Dr. Donald Lareau is a periodontal specialist in Edina who brings over 20 years of experience to treating gum disease, gum recession, dental implants, and complex bite problems. He earned his Master's degree in Periodontics from the University of Minnesota and has been recognized for his research contributions to the field. Dr. Lareau believes that making patients feel heard and cared about is just as important as providing beautiful results, and he stays involved in dental education by teaching graduate students at the University of Minnesota. He is accepting new patients and holds memberships in the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science, Kansas State University, 1974
- Master of Science in Periodontics, University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, 1983
- Doctor of Dental Surgery with Distinction, University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry, 1979
- General Practice Residency (emphasis on prosthetic care), Minneapolis Veterans Administration Medical Center
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 10/23/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association (ADA)
- American Academy of Periodontology (AAP)
- Spear Education
- Minneapolis District Dental Society (MDDS)
- Minnesota Dental Association (MDA)
- Minnesota Association of Periodontists (MAP)
- Lareau Spear Study Club (leader for 8 years)
- Northern Lights Dental Forum-Seattle Study Club
- Twin Cities Periodontics Study Club
- Twin Cities Periodontics Spear Study Club
- Minnesota Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- 21st Century Study Club
Awards & Recognition
- First Team Academic All-Big Eight (1974)
- First Team Academic All-American (1974)
- Second place honors, Annual American Academy of Periodontics Balint Orban Memorial Competition for research in periodontics (1983)
Beyond the Office
Part-time teaching in the graduate periodontal program at University of Minnesota School of Dentistry
Periodic presentations to graduate students in dental specialty programs
Teaching presentations to various organizations
Leader of Spear Study Club for 8 years
Attended Kansas State University on a football scholarship
Wife Sally is also a University of Minnesota graduate
Has 2 daughters and 4 grandchildren (with another on the way)
Enjoys photography, cycling, cross-country skiing, canoeing/kayaking, backpacking/hiking, and fly fishing
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