LANAP® Laser Treatment - Richland, WA
Laser Technology Delivers Relief for Advanced Gum Disease—Without the Downtime
LANAP® (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is a patented laser gum disease treatment. When you receive LANAP therapy in Richland, WA, our periodontist, Dr. Vikas Puri, and team use a soft tissue laser to eliminate diseased gum tissue and bacteria in your mouth.
We then remove calculus (tartar) and plaque from the tooth roots to eliminate the source of harmful bacteria. Afterward, the laser finishes sterilizing and cleaning your periodontal pockets. The connective gum tissue is then placed back over the treated area to initiate the healing process.
During your initial visit to Implant & Periodontal Associates Northwest, Dr. Puri performs a thorough assessment of your oral health, carefully examining your gums, teeth, and supporting bone structure. Advanced diagnostics, including digital imaging and measuring your pocket depth, allow for precise evaluation of your gum disease severity. This comprehensive analysis enables our team to design a personalized treatment plan focused on restoring your long-term gum health and stability.
The PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser is used to gently target and remove diseased tissue and harmful bacteria located beneath your gum line. The ultra-thin laser fiber reaches deep into periodontal pockets with exceptional accuracy, eliminating infection while preserving healthy tissue. This process reduces inflammation and creates optimal conditions for healing.
After infected tissue is eliminated, ultrasonic instruments are used to thoroughly remove plaque and hardened calculus from your tooth roots. This step in your deep cleaning smooths the root surfaces and discourages future bacterial growth. Smoothing the roots also promotes more optimal reattachment of gums to your teeth.
The PerioLase laser is then reapplied at a different setting to stimulate the formation of a stable, protective clot in the treated area. The natural seal helps shield your healing tissues from bacteria, while supporting your body’s regenerative process. By protecting the treated site, the clot enhances soft tissue healing and recovery.
Following disinfection and clot formation, your gum tissue is gently guided back against the tooth roots. This helps reduce pocket depth and encourages secure reattachment—without the need for sutures. Most patients treated with LANAP laser gum disease treatment in Richland, WA, experience minimal discomfort and a smoother recovery compared to traditional surgical methods.
After laser gum treatment at Implant & Periodontal Associates Northwest, you may experience mild tenderness or sensitivity as your body begins to heal. In the weeks and months that follow, the natural regenerative process helps restore gum tissue and improve your bone health. As healing progresses, your jawbone becomes more stable, enabling your teeth to regain a stronger foundation.
Research has shown that it is superior to traditional methods at regenerating tissue lost to periodontal disease. Patients treated with LANAP also had less recurrence of periodontal disease over time compared to those treated with traditional methods like osseous surgery.
If periodontal disease has advanced beyond receiving gingivitis treatment in Richland, WA, you may be an ideal candidate for LANAP. This advanced protocol may be a viable solution if you’re seeking faster healing, minimal discomfort, and less interruption to your daily routine, and experience any of the following:
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