Gum Disease Treatment | LANAP - Rock Springs, WY
Surgical Precision, Without Cutting or Sutures
Rediscover Healthy Gums with Advanced Laser Technology
LANAP®, or Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure, is a minimally invasive and highly effective gum disease treatment. This procedure uses the PerioLase® MVP-7 laser to precisely target and eliminate diseased gum tissue and bacteria while preserving healthy tissue.
This innovative periodontal disease treatment encourages natural healing and can even stimulate the regeneration of bone and tissue lost due to periodontal disease. At Wyoming Implants & Surgical Arts, our periodontist, Dr. Shaziya Haque, offers LANAP laser gum disease treatment, providing an innovative solution for patients seeking effective periodontitis treatment in Rock Springs, WY.
The Benefits of LANAP Laser Treatment
- Minimally invasive
- Less gum recession
- Faster recovery
- Reduced pain and swelling
- Preserves healthy gum tissue
- Stimulates bone regeneration
How the LANAP Process Works
Diagnosis and Full-mouth Evaluation
Your LANAP journey starts with a thorough diagnosis and a complete evaluation of your mouth. Dr. Haque will assess the severity of your gum disease using advanced imaging and detailed measurements to understand your specific needs.
This essential initial step allows us to identify the affected areas and create a precise, personalized treatment plan for the best possible results.
Laser Removes Infected Tissue and Bacteria
In the LANAP process, the PerioLase MVP-7 laser is carefully directed into the periodontal pockets surrounding your teeth. This laser emits a specific wavelength of light that targets and vaporizes only the diseased gum tissue and harmful bacteria, leaving healthy tissue intact.
This action effectively removes infection and diseased tissue, creating a clean environment for healing, all without the need for traditional cutting or sutures.
Tartar Removal Via Ultrasonic Instruments
During LANAP treatment in Rock Springs, WY, precise ultrasonic instruments remove tartar (calculus) from the root surfaces, above and below the gumline. This eliminates hardened bacterial deposits contributing to gum disease and is performed carefully to prepare the area for the laser treatment.
The ultrasonic technology enables efficient and gentle cleaning, ensuring a clean surface for optimal laser effectiveness and promoting better healing afterward.
Laser Reapplication to Form a Stable Clot
After removing bacteria and diseased tissue, we will do a second pass with the laser. This reapplication is done at a lower energy setting and specifically targets the soft tissue lining the newly cleaned gum pocket.
This action helps form a stable fibrin clot, which acts as a natural seal, promoting the gums’ reattachment to the root surface and initiating the healing process.
Gum Tissue Compresses Against Tooth Root
Once the laser precisely removes diseased tissue and bacteria, Dr. Haque gently compresses the gum tissue back against the tooth root surfaces. This compression eliminates the need for sutures and helps stabilize the treated area.
The laser also stimulates the formation of a stable blood clot, which acts as a protective seal and creates an ideal environment for natural healing and reattachment of the gum to the clean tooth surface.
Healing and Bone Regeneration Begins
After the diseased tissue and bacteria are carefully removed, a stable fibrin clot forms at the treatment site, sealing the area. This special clot is a natural “band-aid,” creating an ideal environment for your body’s innate healing mechanisms to take action.
Over time, this process promotes the regeneration of lost bone and the reattachment of gum tissue to the tooth root, helping to restore the essential structures that support your teeth!
Wondering If You’re a Candidate for LANAP In Rock Springs, WY?
While LANAP is an excellent gum disease treatment option, candidacy is determined by thoroughly examining your specific periodontal condition. Dr. Haque will assess your oral health, medical history, and the severity of your gum disease to determine if this innovative gingivitis treatment is right for you. We will consider these factors:
- Moderate to severe gum disease
- Wanting bone regeneration
- Symptoms of gum disease, such as bleeding gums or bad breath
- Concerns about pain or recovery time
- Seeking bone regeneration
- Wanting a minimally invasive option compared to traditional gum surgery