Laser periodontal treatment is a minimally invasive procedure that uses lasers to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from the teeth and gums.
This can help treat periodontal disease, which is a condition that causes gum inflammation, bone loss and if left untreated tooth loss.
How does laser periodontal treatment work?
Laser periodontal treatment uses a laser beam to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria from the teeth and gums. The laser beam is focused on the diseased areas, and it vaporizes the plaque, tartar, and bacteria. This leaves the underlying tissue clean and healthy.
This treatment is often used in conjunction with other periodontal treatments, such as scaling and root planing. Scaling is the process of removing plaque and tartar from the teeth, while root planing is the process of smoothing the root surfaces to remove bacteria and prevent them from re-adhering.
What are the benefits of laser periodontal treatment?
There are several benefits to laser periodontal treatment, including:
- Less pain: Laser periodontal treatment is often less painful than traditional periodontal treatments. This is because the laser beam is very precise, so it does not damage the surrounding tissue.
- Shorter recovery time: Laser periodontal treatment has a shorter recovery time than traditional periodontal treatments. This is because the laser beam does not damage the surrounding tissue, so there is less inflammation and swelling.
- More effective than Scaling and Root planning alone: Laser periodontal treatment can be more effective in reducing the depth of the pockets between the gums and teeth. This is because the laser beam can reach areas that are difficult to access with traditional instruments.
LANAP Laser Gum Treatment
At Central Florida Oral, Facial and Periodontal Surgery, we offer the minimally invasive laser surgery called the LANAP protocol. The LANAP protocol is the only laser periodontal treatment scientifically and clinically proved to regenerate both soft tissue and bone, with FDA clearance for True Regeneration.
LANAP stands for Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure. During the procedure, the PerioLase MVP – 7 is used to remove harmful germs and diseased tissue from the pocket, keeping healthy tissue intact. This laser is the only Laser protocol FDA-cleared for use in the treatment of periodontal disease.
LANAP laser gum treatment is often used to treat moderate to severe periodontal disease.
LANAP laser gum treatment has several advantages over traditional periodontal treatments, such as pocket reduction surgery. These advantages include:
- Less pain: LANAP laser gum treatment is often less painful than traditional periodontal treatments. This is because the laser beam is very precise, so it does not damage the surrounding tissue.
- Shorter recovery time: LANAP laser gum treatment has a shorter recovery time than traditional periodontal treatments. This is because the laser beam does not damage the surrounding tissue, so there is less inflammation and swelling.
- Less invasive procedure: can be used in patients with multiple medical problems with faster recovery time
- More effective than Scaling and Root planning alone: LANAP laser gum treatment can be more effective in reducing the depth of the pockets between the gums and teeth. This is because the laser beam can reach areas that are difficult to access with traditional instruments.
If you are considering LANAP laser gum treatment, talk to your periodontist about the benefits and risks of the procedure. They can help you decide if LANAP laser gum treatment is right for you.
Here are some additional information about LANAP laser gum treatment:
- The procedure typically takes 2-3 hours to complete.
- You may experience some bleeding, swelling, and sensitivity after the procedure.
- Your periodontist will give you instructions on how to care for your gums after the procedure.
- You may need to take antibiotics to prevent infection.
The recovery time for LANAP laser gum treatment varies from person to person. However, most people can return to their normal activities within a few days.
If you are looking for a minimally invasive treatment for gum disease, LANAP laser gum treatment may be a good option for you. Schedule a consultation and talk with our periodontist Dr. Livada to learn more about the procedure and whether it is right for you.