What is gum disease?

Gum disease occurs when plaque builds up along the gum line. The longer this plaque and tartar remain on the teeth, the more inflamed and infected the gum tissue can become. Eventually, teeth could become loose and fall out. Gum disease is a serious condition that should be treated as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

What is Laser Assisted Gum Treatment?

Laser Assisted Gum Treatment is one of the most effective laser treatments for periodontal disease. With this procedure, a dental laser is used to eradicate the bacterial infection from the gum tissue. The laser also smoothes the gum tissue, which will treat the infection while working to eliminate the pocket that can lead to tooth loss.

What is LANAP?

The LANAP method involves the use of a laser to quickly remove infected tissue and bacteria from the gums and roots. This innovative procedure can treat gum disease with minimal discomfort or recovery time.

The laser used for LANAP works by disinfecting the gums and roots, removing debris, and killing bacteria. This greatly reduces overall bacterial load and decreases your risk of reinfection.

During the procedure, your periodontist will carefully move the laser around the your mouth. The laser is painless and can remove diseased tissue and bacteria from hard-to-reach areas. The laser also cauterizes your tissue as it removes it, minimizing bleeding and swelling.

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What is Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure?

Gum disease is a bacterial infection that infects the gums and jawbone. Gum disease often occurs because of poor oral hygiene. The bacteria in the mouth that forms plaque and tartar sticks to the teeth and irritates the gum tissue.

When bacteria irritate the gum tissue, it damages the soft tissue and bone. Gum disease is progressive, and it continues to cause damage until the condition is treated. If left untreated, gum disease can cause tooth loss.

Laser gum treatment, also called LANAP, is a gum disease treatment that treats the infection and restores the gum line. Laser gum treatment treats gum disease without cutting the gum tissue or bone. The laser kills the harmful bacteria that is causing gum disease.

Laser gum treatment is often recommended for people who suffer from gum disease and want to avoid surgery. Laser gum treatment is also recommended for people who suffer from gum disease but are unsuitable for surgery.

Is it safe?

Laser Assisted Gum Treatment is a safe and effective method to reduce or eliminate the bacteria that cause gum disease.

Lasers heat the tissue and sterilize the gum pocket, removing debris and bacteria. Laser Assisted Gum Treatment is completely safe.

What are the benefits?

Laser gum treatment can benefit patients with gum disease. Laser gum treatment involves gently removing bacteria from underneath the gum line. Laser gum treatment helps combat periodontal disease because it can remove the bacteria that fuels gum disease, in turn, preventing further issues from arising. Laser gum treatment also promotes growth in gum tissue, which can reverse the effects of gum disease.

What to expect?

If you’re worried about gum disease, our dentists may recommend laser gum treatment. After a thorough dental exam, you may need a deep cleaning or some gum surgery. Laser gum therapy can make these processes more comfortable and effective.

During laser gum treatment, one of our dentists uses a dental laser to clean your teeth. The laser gently removes bacteria and plaque from your teeth. It’s less invasive than traditional gum surgery and leaves your teeth healthier.

How are the results of the procedure?

Laser gum treatment can greatly improve your oral health. Your gums will become healthier and more disease-free. The laser therapy can also help reverse the effects of gum disease. This means that your bone and gum tissue can return to where they are supposed to be, causing less discomfort and pain.