Experience advanced gum disease treatment with LANAP laser dentistry at Willamette Valley Periodontics! When it comes to treating gum disease, Willamette Valley Periodontics remains at the forefront with LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure). This revolutionary approach offers a gentler, more advanced alternative to traditional gum surgery, prioritizing your comfort and natural healing. If you've been diagnosed with periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, LANAP at our McMinnville periodontal office provides a highly effective alternative to traditional scalpel-and-suture surgery. With LANAP, our team can prioritize your comfort, speed of recovery, and natural healing.
What is LANAP and How Does it Work?
LANAP utilizes an advanced dental laser to address gum disease with remarkable precision. Unlike conventional methods that require cutting and stitching, the LANAP protocol at Willamette Valley Periodontics works by:
- Targeting diseased tissue. The laser's unique wavelength is specifically absorbed by infected and inflamed gum tissue, as well as the harmful bacteria that cause gum disease. This allows us to remove only the unhealthy gum tissue while leaving healthy tissue untouched.
- Bacterial elimination. The laser energy effectively vaporizes bacteria, toxins, and diseased tissue within the gum pockets, decontaminating the area and creating a clean environment for healing.
- Calculus removal. After the initial laser pass, our hygienist uses specialized ultrasonic instruments to thoroughly remove any hardened calculus (tartar) from the root surfaces. The laser then passes over the area again to ensure complete sterilization and prepare the root surface.
- Clot formation and reattachment. The final laser pass creates a stable fibrin clot at the top of the gum pocket. This clot acts like a natural "band-aid," sealing the pocket and creating an ideal environment for new attachment of the gum to the tooth root, promoting regeneration rather than just removal.
The Benefits of LANAP Therapy
Choosing LANAP for your gum disease treatment can offer an array of advantages. One of the most compelling advantages of LANAP is its minimally invasive nature; with no scalpels or sutures, patients experience significantly less bleeding, swelling, and discomfort than with traditional gum surgery. This leads to a faster, more comfortable recovery, with most individuals able to return to their normal daily activities within 24 hours. Moreover, because healthy tissue is preserved, there's a reduced risk of gum recession, a common concern with conventional methods that can cause tooth sensitivity and alter your smile's appearance.
Beyond just treating infection, LANAP uniquely promotes regeneration, not just removal, actively stimulating the body to regrow lost bone and gum attachment, rebuilding the essential supporting structures of your teeth. The procedure is also safe for almost everyone, including those with complex medical conditions or on blood thinners, a factor our team will always review thoroughly with your full medical history. Ultimately, by effectively eliminating bacteria and fostering new tissue attachment, LANAP offers a durable solution for long-term success in managing periodontal disease, helping you keep your natural teeth for years to come.
What to Expect During and After Your LANAP Procedure
A typical LANAP procedure is usually completed in two treatment sessions, each lasting 1-2 hours, performed on separate sides of your mouth. You will receive local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. After the procedure, you'll receive detailed post-operative instructions to support your healing, which typically include a soft diet for a few days. We'll schedule a follow-up appointment to help monitor your progress and ensure optimal results.
At Willamette Valley Periodontics in McMinnville, our commitment is to provide you with the most effective, comfortable, and advanced periodontal care available. With LANAP, we offer a less invasive approach to treating gum disease that promotes excellent long-term outcomes. Dr. Graser and his team invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss whether LANAP therapy is right for your smile!
Learn More About LANAP for Healthy Gums
Ready to experience the future of periodontal care? Contact Willamette Valley Periodontics in McMinnville today to schedule your consultation and discover how our advanced laser gum therapies can benefit your smile!
