At Sullivan Dental Partners, we use LANAP laser periodontal treatment to help fight gum disease and restore patients’ oral health. LANAP stands for Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure and is a laser technology that makes treating gum disease more comfortable and effective for patients.
How Does Laser Gum Surgery Work?
Laser gum surgery rebuilds the bones, preserves healthy teeth, and regenerates gum tissue––it’s a win-win-win! The dentist uses a special laser to access infected periodontal pockets to eliminate bacteria and infected tissue. Next, the tooth roots are exposed, allowing the dentist to remove calculus with a sonic tooth root cleaner. Lastly, the dentist uses the laser to warm up stem cells, sealing the gum tissue around the teeth’s roots.
5 Reasons We Use LANAP
Here are five reasons we use laser gum surgery at our Brentwood dental office.
1. Reduces Bleeding
Laser gum surgery reduces bleeding and thoroughly removes bacteria from the teeth and gum pockets. As a result, it reduces the effects of gum swelling and bleeding. Plus, this laser treatment can reduce your chances of needing future gum and teeth treatments.
2. Optimized for Patients
LANAP laser technology is entirely adjustable to meet the patient’s unique needs and treat various severities of gum disease. In other words, your dentist has total control of your procedure and can provide you with a personalized treatment plan.
3. Quick Recovery Time
Laser gum surgery has a quick recovery time, practically dividing the healing time in half! This is because the laser isn’t as invasive as other methods. Laser gum surgery is much faster and allows patients to recover more comfortably and quickly than traditional dental surgery.
4. Minimally Invasive
Laser gum surgery is minimally invasive, nixing the need for noisy drills. Many patients report less pain and discomfort, so they feel more relaxed during laser treatment.
5. Keeps Your Smile Healthy
Laser gum surgery helps keep your teeth and gums healthy. This technology also removes cavities, bacterial infections, and more. Keeping your teeth healthy, in turn, helps ensure your gums are strong and healthy too.
