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What is periodontal or gum disease?
It's an infection of the gums. It starts out as plaque, an opaque film on the teeth that hardens to form calculus or tartar. As tartar accumulates, it harbors bacteria which attacks the soft tissue around the gums. This early stage gum disease is called Gingivitis. Symptoms include red swollen gums, bleeding, bad breath and sometimes, an unpleasant taste in the mouth. Untreated, Gingivitis becomes Periodontitis. At this severe stage, bacteria destroys both the gums and the supporting bone structure. Pockets form where teeth are separated from the gums and surrounding bones. Left untreated, Periodontitis eventually results in tooth loss. [Back to Top]
What's the best way to treat periodontal disease?
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What is LANAP?
This is an FDA approved periodontal procedure provided by a dentist trained & licensed by the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry. It uses the PerioLase MVP Laser from Millennium Dental Technologies that offers selective settings specifically suited for periodontal & soft tissue treatments. It is not destructive like the harsh CO2/carbon dioxide lasers. Additionally, the procedure includes bite adjustments to even out the load being placed on the teeth and supporting structures. [Back to Top]
What is different about LANAP?
Using a special kind of laser called the PerioLase MVP, the laser fiber, which is only about as wide as a couple of human hairs, is inserted between the gum tissue and your tooth, where it comfortably removes the noxious elements that cause gum disease. [Back to Top]
What are the benefits of LANAP over traditional periodontal surgery?
1.No healthy tissue is removed, further enhancing the chance for the gum tissue to reattach to the tooth surface without further exposure of the root (recession). (So no looking long in the tooth!)
2.Less pain & less bleeding
3.Faster healing with little or no “down time” (Really!)
4.Laser therapy stimulates bone regeneration
5.Less expensive than traditional periodontal surgery
6.Because of greater comfort & faster healing time, the patient is ready to treat their restorative and/or cosmetic dental needs sooner. [Back to Top]
Why does LANAP work?
LANAP works for several reasons.
1.The bacteria responsible for gum diseases are eliminated when exposed to the specific wavelength of light used with the laser.
2.The cells are favorably influenced to heal by the light. We call this bio-stimulation.
3.The gum tissue is treated more gently and conservatively.
4.Adjusting the bite balances the forces on the teeth.
When is this treatment used?
It can be used on all stages of gum diseases; from Gingivitis through severe periodontal disease. The benefits of “laser” surgery are outstanding from simple treatments to the most complex.
LANAP can be used in place of “traditional or conventional” periodontal surgery, so that no cutting or sutures are needed. Typically, one-half of the mouth is completed at the first visit, and then the other side of the mouth is completed one week later. [Back to Top]
How many treatments will I need?
LANAP doesn't take much time at all--just two two-hour sessions versus eight to ten one-hour sessions with surgery. You don't have to worry about bleeding, stitches or post-treatment infection, because your gums haven't been cut. [Back to Top]
What precautions should be taken after the LANAP procedure?
To allow the new gum attachment to heal against the tooth, the patient is instructed not to brush or floss that side of the mouth, until the 1 week post-operative check. Some cases require bite/occlusal adjustment and/or occlusal guards or splinting to stabilize the bite occlusion. After the full mouth is completed, the patient will return to the office in one month and again for a 3 month evaluation and the beginning of their quarterly periodontal maintenance appointments. No probing will take place until at least 6 months after laser therapy, due to the continuation of healing. If necessary, isolated areas can be retreated with the laser. [Back to Top]
What effects does smoking have on healing?
Patients who smoke do not heal as successfully as those who do not smoke and often notice less then satisfactory results. [Back to Top]
General Precautions
Depending on your particular circumstances, the doctors of Ameridontics may prescribe antibiotic therapy during the initial course of the treatment. You may also be prescribed an oral rinse. There are many options available to our doctors and they will choose the one best suited for you.
You will also be instructed to eat a softer diet during the week following your procedure. [Back to Top]
Is it very expensive and will my insurance cover it?
The good news is, LANAP is actually less expensive then conventional periodontal surgery. The insurance company should reimburse you as they would for traditional periodontal treatments.
*All services are provided by Arizona licenced general dentists. The information supplied herein should not be taken as medical advice. For a proper and clear diagnosis, please see an Ameridontics dentist.
Lanap study
Nghien Cuu Lanap
Lanap Video
What is periodontal or gum disease?
It's an infection of the gums. It starts out as plaque, an opaque film on the teeth that hardens to form calculus or tartar. As tartar accumulates, it harbors bacteria which attacks the soft tissue around the gums. This early stage gum disease is called Gingivitis. Symptoms include red swollen gums, bleeding, bad breath and sometimes, an unpleasant taste in the mouth. Untreated, Gingivitis becomes Periodontitis. At this severe stage, bacteria destroys both the gums and the supporting bone structure. Pockets form where teeth are separated from the gums and surrounding bones. Left untreated, Periodontitis eventually results in tooth loss. [Back to Top]
What's the best way to treat periodontal disease?
Back to Top]
What is LANAP?
This is an FDA approved periodontal procedure provided by a dentist trained & licensed by the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry. It uses the PerioLase MVP Laser from Millennium Dental Technologies that offers selective settings specifically suited for periodontal & soft tissue treatments. It is not destructive like the harsh CO2/carbon dioxide lasers. Additionally, the procedure includes bite adjustments to even out the load being placed on the teeth and supporting structures. [Back to Top]
What is different about LANAP?
Using a special kind of laser called the PerioLase MVP, the laser fiber, which is only about as wide as a couple of human hairs, is inserted between the gum tissue and your tooth, where it comfortably removes the noxious elements that cause gum disease. [Back to Top]
What are the benefits of LANAP over traditional periodontal surgery?
1.No healthy tissue is removed, further enhancing the chance for the gum tissue to reattach to the tooth surface without further exposure of the root (recession). (So no looking long in the tooth!)
2.Less pain & less bleeding
3.Faster healing with little or no “down time” (Really!)
4.Laser therapy stimulates bone regeneration
5.Less expensive than traditional periodontal surgery
6.Because of greater comfort & faster healing time, the patient is ready to treat their restorative and/or cosmetic dental needs sooner. [Back to Top]
Why does LANAP work?
LANAP works for several reasons.
1.The bacteria responsible for gum diseases are eliminated when exposed to the specific wavelength of light used with the laser.
2.The cells are favorably influenced to heal by the light. We call this bio-stimulation.
3.The gum tissue is treated more gently and conservatively.
4.Adjusting the bite balances the forces on the teeth.
When is this treatment used?
It can be used on all stages of gum diseases; from Gingivitis through severe periodontal disease. The benefits of “laser” surgery are outstanding from simple treatments to the most complex.
LANAP can be used in place of “traditional or conventional” periodontal surgery, so that no cutting or sutures are needed. Typically, one-half of the mouth is completed at the first visit, and then the other side of the mouth is completed one week later. [Back to Top]
How many treatments will I need?
LANAP doesn't take much time at all--just two two-hour sessions versus eight to ten one-hour sessions with surgery. You don't have to worry about bleeding, stitches or post-treatment infection, because your gums haven't been cut. [Back to Top]
What precautions should be taken after the LANAP procedure?
To allow the new gum attachment to heal against the tooth, the patient is instructed not to brush or floss that side of the mouth, until the 1 week post-operative check. Some cases require bite/occlusal adjustment and/or occlusal guards or splinting to stabilize the bite occlusion. After the full mouth is completed, the patient will return to the office in one month and again for a 3 month evaluation and the beginning of their quarterly periodontal maintenance appointments. No probing will take place until at least 6 months after laser therapy, due to the continuation of healing. If necessary, isolated areas can be retreated with the laser. [Back to Top]
What effects does smoking have on healing?
Patients who smoke do not heal as successfully as those who do not smoke and often notice less then satisfactory results. [Back to Top]
General Precautions
Depending on your particular circumstances, the doctors of Ameridontics may prescribe antibiotic therapy during the initial course of the treatment. You may also be prescribed an oral rinse. There are many options available to our doctors and they will choose the one best suited for you.
You will also be instructed to eat a softer diet during the week following your procedure. [Back to Top]
Is it very expensive and will my insurance cover it?
The good news is, LANAP is actually less expensive then conventional periodontal surgery. The insurance company should reimburse you as they would for traditional periodontal treatments.
*All services are provided by Arizona licenced general dentists. The information supplied herein should not be taken as medical advice. For a proper and clear diagnosis, please see an Ameridontics dentist.