Meet Scott J. Lafont, DDS

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LtCol. Scott Lafont retired from the USAF Dental Corp in 2016 after over 20 years of faithful service.

Dr. Lafont recieved his Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences and was  then accepted to the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. Dr. Lafont graduated in 2002 as a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). After graduation, he was commissioned and went back into the military as a dentist having previously served in a different career field. He holds high standards of ethical treatment for all patients. Dr. Lafont is eager to help others by relieving pain, eradicating dental disease, increasing proper function, and improving cosmetic appearance. He is ready to answer questions thoroughly and enjoys educating patients about dentistry and their oral health. Dr. Lafont loves living and practicing in Alabama. He and his wife Britta have been married for over 30 years! He and Britta have 2 adult children (Grace and Joshua) and a spoiled Cairn Terrier Scout!

EDUCATION:

Advanced Clinical Program in Implant Dentistry, Keesler AFB, MS, 2011-2012

Dental Implant Postgraduate Course, Lackland AFB, TX, 2009

Periodontics Postgraduate Course, Lackland AFB, TX, 2007

Advanced Education in General Dentistry, Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 2003

Doctor of Dental Surgery, Louisiana State University School of Dentistry, New Orleans, Louisiana, 2002

Professional Memberships:

Academy of Osseointegration

Academy of General Dentistry

American Dental Association

Alabama Dental Association

Birmingham District Dental Society