Benefits of LANAP Laser Treatment

True Periodontal Regeneration

The most significant benefit of LANAP is something that traditional gum surgery cannot reliably achieve: true regeneration of bone and connective tissue. This isn't just marketing language -it's backed by rigorous scientific evidence.

LANAP is the only laser protocol with FDA clearance specifically for periodontal regeneration. This means the FDA reviewed clinical evidence demonstrating that LANAP actually stimulates your body to grow new bone and new gum attachment where disease has destroyed them.

Human histological studies have documented new bone formation and new connective tissue attachment in patients treated with LANAP. This regeneration process continues for up to 12 months after treatment, meaning your results improve over time as your body continues to heal and strengthen the tissues around your teeth.

Minimally Invasive Treatment

Traditional gum surgery is called "flap surgery" because it literally involves cutting and lifting your gum tissue away from your teeth, like a flap, so the dentist can clean underneath and remove diseased tissue. This requires sutures to close the wound afterward.

LANAP eliminates this invasive approach. Instead of cutting, the laser selectively targets only diseased tissue while leaving healthy gum tissue completely untouched. The PerioLase MVP-7 laser, operating at a precise wavelength, vaporizes bacteria and infected epithelium without harming the surrounding healthy gums.

This minimally invasive approach means:

• No scalpel incisions
• No sutures to remove
• No surgical flap
• No general anesthesia needed
• Less trauma to your tissues

Significantly Less Pain and Discomfort

Pain is often a primary concern for patients facing gum disease treatment. The good news: LANAP patients report dramatically less discomfort than those undergoing traditional surgery.

Most LANAP patients describe only mild discomfort during the procedure and minimal soreness afterward. Many patients manage any post-treatment discomfort with over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen -no prescription painkillers needed.

Compare this to traditional gum surgery, where patients often experience significant pain and swelling for days or weeks afterward, sometimes requiring prescription pain medication. With LANAP, you're back to normal activities within 24 hours, and many patients feel comfortable returning to work the next day.

Faster Recovery Time

Recovery time is one of the most dramatic differences between LANAP and traditional surgery.

After LANAP, most patients return to normal activities within 24-48 hours. You can eat soft foods the next day and gradually progress to your normal diet over 1-2 weeks. There's minimal swelling and bleeding.

Traditional gum surgery typically requires 2-4 weeks of restricted activity. You need to follow a soft diet for several weeks, avoid exercise, and take time off work if your job involves physical activity or eating in front of clients or customers.

For busy professionals and active people, LANAP's rapid recovery is a huge advantage.

Preservation of Healthy Tissue

One unfortunate consequence of traditional gum surgery is gum recession -the visible shrinking of your gumline that exposes more of your tooth root. This happens because surgical flaps remove gum tissue, and the resulting wound healing causes tissue shrinkage.

LANAP preserves your healthy gum tissue because it only removes diseased tissue. Your gumline stays intact and at its original level. This means:

• Better esthetics -your smile looks more natural
• Less tooth sensitivity -roots stay covered by gum tissue
• Less future risk of decay on exposed roots
• More stable long-term appearance

After LANAP treatment, most patients are satisfied not only with how they feel but also with how their smile looks.

Safe for Patients with Medical Conditions

Patients with certain medical conditions may be at higher risk with traditional gum surgery. LANAP offers a safer alternative for many of these patients:

• Patients on Blood Thinners: The PerioLase laser cauterizes as it works, creating a stable clot and minimizing bleeding -safe for patients on warfarin, aspirin, or other anticoagulants
• Diabetic Patients: LANAP helps control oral infection, which is crucial for diabetic patients managing their condition. Easier recovery supports better healing in diabetic patients
• Patients with Heart Conditions: The minimally invasive approach reduces surgical stress on the cardiovascular system
• HIV-Positive Patients: LANAP is effective for immunocompromised patients and requires no general anesthesia
• Patients with Compromised Immune Systems: The minimally invasive approach means less risk of infection and faster healing

If you have medical conditions that make traditional surgery risky, ask about whether LANAP is right for you.

Proven Long-Term Results

LANAP isn't a new experimental treatment -it has decades of clinical use and extensive research backing its safety and effectiveness.

• Long-Term Studies: Research shows stable pocket reduction at 5+ years after treatment
• Continued Regeneration: Bone regeneration documented for up to 12 months post-treatment, with results that remain stable long-term
• High Success Rates: Studies show over 90% success in reducing pocket depths and promoting new bone growth when combined with proper maintenance
• Peer-Reviewed Publications: Results published in top journals including the International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry
• Patient Satisfaction: Patients consistently report satisfaction with LANAP treatment outcomes and experience

When you choose LANAP at Glendale Dental Wellness, you're choosing a treatment backed by solid scientific evidence and proven by thousands of successful cases.