The LANAP®️ Procedure Near You
Every year, millions of people in the USA suffer from gum disease, but the majority do not seek treatment. Gum disease has been associated with a range of oral health complications, some of which include the following:
- Heart disease
- Pancreatic cancer
- Diabetes
- Low-birth weight in infants
The Benefits
In the past, the majority of treatment options involved invasive surgery, teeth extraction, dentures or dental implants. Recently, advancements in technology have made it possible to eliminate and kill the bacteria in the pockets of your gum, allowing the healthy tissue behind to reattach to the root surface. The PerioLase®️ MVP-7™️ and the LANAP®️ protocol (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) provide less pain, discomfort, sensitivity, recession, and more predictable long-term results. This is the first and only FDA cleared laser protocol on the market.
The Process
1. Measuring your pockets: In order to measure how deep, the periodontal pockets are and the extent of loss of attachment, your dentist will use a probe.
2. Removal of bacteria: To eliminate the infected tissue from the pockets and kill the bacteria attributed to gum disease, your dentist in Los Angeles, CA will use a pulsed laser light. This surgery is significantly less invasive and much more enjoyable for patients as the laser light is not absorbed in water, healthy tissue, root or bone.
3. Calculus removal: Using tiny ultrasonic scales, your dentist will proceed to eradicate calculus from the root surface of teeth.
4. Clot formation: Your dentist will use the laser again. This time, it is aimed at the bottom of the pocket. This stimulates the soft tissue, root and bone. Additionally, it prompts the blood to become sticky and form a seal that surrounds the teeth to begin the healing period.
5. Tissue compression: The tissue is compressed again against the root surface of your teeth–sutures are not needed.
6. Bite adjustment: Lastly, your dentist will make adjustments to your bite to ensure there is no significant tooth trauma.
Interested in the PerioLase MVP-7™️ and the LANAP®️ protocol near you? At our dental office, we use the PerioLase MVP-7™️ and the LANAP®️ protocol in Los Angeles, CA 90025. Schedule your appointment today!