Dr. Kauffman completed her undergraduate training at Lehigh University with a bachelor’s degree in biology in 1981 and graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1985. A traveling dentist in Manhattan, NY, she has dedicated her practice to geriatrics since 1995. She is currently the director of geriatric dental care at 3 local nursing homes, and she founded the Dental LIFE program at the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. Dr. Kauffman is a lecturer for VOCO and also frequently lectures on geriatrics worldwide.
Expertly formulated VOCO materials ensure comfort, biocompatibility, and long-lasting results—especially for patients receiving house-call dental care
When it comes to traveling professions, dentistry doesn't usually top the list. But it does for Dr. Alisa Kauffman, who took her practice on the road 30 years ago to provide better care for New York City's underserved senior population. Patience is a key item in her treatment toolkit, as well as several tried-and-true products from VOCO. Here, she explains how these unique biocompatible materials help her provide quality oral care to her elderly and homebound patients—day in and day out.
I’ve always had a passion for treating the under-served senior population, and after realizing how difficult it was for those aged 65 and older to get to a dental office, I decided to take my New York City practice on the road and treat these elderly patients in the comfort of their own homes.
Unique Patient Challenges
Geriatric patients face many challenges when it comes to accessing and receiving dental care. Besides facing multiple health issues, many are unable to travel to the dental office, walk up steps to get inside, or transfer into a dental chair. Some patients require more treatment time because they are unable to keep their mouths open for long procedures
I've found that when treating patients with these challenges, patience is a virtue. In my experience, the key to fostering more patience is having the flexibility to treat patients in their own home, as well as making it a priority to find quality dental products that help speed up procedures while producing predictable, long-lasting results.

Remin Pro
I use Remin Pro with patients who have sensitivity because it helps strengthen enamel, especially for those who struggle with brushing due to dexterity issues. It contains fluoride, nanohydroxyapatite, and xylitol for effective "triple" protection, but the star ingredient is nanohydroxyapatite, which helps fill small irregularities in tooth structure caused by erosion.
Remin Pro works with saliva in just 3 minutes to control hypersensitivity while restoring proper mineral balance. It is best to let Remin Pro sit on the teeth as long as possible; I do this by having the patient spit out residual paste and saliva without rinsing for optimal results. My patients love the strawberry flavor!
Compassionate Care
When they're not able to get to a dental office, patients can't receive regular oral care until emergency strikes. I have effectively solved this issue through my house-call practice, and these exceptional, dependable products from VOCO have allowed me to keep doing that.