Achieve Optimal Periodontal Health with LANAP Gum Surgery
Do you have tender, bleeding, or receding gums? These are signs of periodontal disease and can lead to tooth loss and systemic complications without treatment. Beachside Smiles is thrilled to offer LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) to patients in and around Manhattan Beach, California. This innovative procedure is a step up from traditional gum surgery, providing patients with a faster, less invasive treatment.
Why is gum disease dangerous?
Periodontal disease is a progressive gum infection that affects more than half of American adults. Untreated gum disease causes deep pockets that become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria. Over time, these bacteria attack the periodontal bone, causing tooth loss.
Worse yet, studies have linked periodontal disease to heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, pregnancy complications, and more. Gum disease must be treated decisively to protect your oral and overall health.
What is LANAP?
The traditional treatment for gum disease involves scalpels and stitches. Although effective, traditional gum surgery is painful, invasive, and prolongs recovery.
LANAP is an FDA-approved treatment used to treat periodontal disease. Instead of manual tools, the dentist uses a dental laser to target and remove diseased tissues. It’s a more precise and minimally invasive treatment for periodontal disease that promotes regeneration and faster healing.
How does LANAP work?
The dentist inserts a tiny laser fiber in the deep periodontal pockets during the treatment. The lasers emit different light wavelengths that perform different functions, like removing diseased tissues or killing bacteria. The procedure is so precise that it only targets the diseased tissues, leaving healthy ones intact.
Because it’s minimally invasive, recovery is much faster than traditional surgery. Patients experience swelling, bruising, and pain, but these symptoms are mild and disappear after a few days.
The discomforts are easily manageable with over-the-counter medications like Advil or Tylenol. Plus, ice application helps with swelling. Many patients resume their everyday life after 48 hours.
What are the benefits of LANAP?
Dr. Don Mungcal uses a technology-led approach to gum disease treatment. LANAP has revolutionized how we treat gum disease, and more patients are open to treatment because of its minimally invasive nature.
The following are the benefits of LANAP.
- Minimally invasive: Laser treatment eliminates the need for cutting or sutures, reducing trauma, bleeding, and recovery time. With minimal bleeding, laser therapy is especially beneficial for patients with conditions like diabetes or hemophilia, which can complicate healing and increase bleeding risks.
- Precision: The different wavelengths allow the lasers only to target harmful bacteria and diseased tissues. Preservation of healthy tissues promotes better long-term health outcomes.
- Minimal post-op complications: Laser technology destroys harmful bacteria during treatment, reducing the risk of infections after the procedure.
- Faster recovery: Many patients recover after 24-48 hours. This is unlike traditional surgery, which needs days or weeks for recovery. Quicker recovery means fewer disruptions to your daily life.
- Tissue regeneration: Laser technology stimulates bone and gum tissue regeneration to promote faster healing.
LANAP is effective for moderate to severe gum disease. It can treat deep pockets up to 6mm, making it a versatile periodontal treatment.
Do you need laser periodontal treatment in Manhattan Beach?
Periodontal disease doesn’t just affect your smile—it has far-reaching consequences on your systemic health. Beachside Smiles helps you maintain healthy gums with laser periodontal treatment. Call (310) 643-6004 and schedule your appointment today. Let’s help protect the foundation of your smile!
FAQs
Does LANAP cure gum disease?
Yes, LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) can help treat gum disease and is often used alongside other treatment methods for the best results. It is considered a minimally invasive dental procedure. It removes diseased gum tissue and promotes the regeneration of healthy gum tissue. However, it is just one component in the comprehensive gum disease treatment plan.
Depending on the severity of gum disease, a combination of treatments may be required to effectively treat it. In addition to LANAP, additional treatments like scaling and root planing, antibiotic therapy, and recurring dental cleanings might also be suggested.
Will my gums grow back after LANAP?
Although LANAP can help regenerate healthy gum tissue, it cannot fully restore lost gum tissue. However, with appropriate oral care and maintenance steps, the remaining healthy gum tissue can continue to support your teeth and prevent further damage. Treatments like gum grafting or the Pinhole Surgical Technique may be recommended to restore gum tissues.
What is the best treatment for gum disease?
At Beachside Smiles, we recommend LANAP as the optimal treatment for individuals diagnosed with advanced periodontal disease. Regular dental cleanings and proper hygiene typically prevent further damage and enhance gum health for individuals with mild infection and disease. For moderate to severe disease cases, a combination of treatments may be necessary, such as LANAP, scaling and root planing, antibiotic therapy, and gum grafting. Working with experienced dentists such as Drs. Don Mungcal and Camille Loria is the first step in getting the care you need and determining the best treatment for your unique situation.
How painful is LANAP surgery?
LANAP is a minimally invasive procedure as it does not involve incisions, making it significantly less painful than traditional periodontal disease surgeries and procedures.
Does LANAP regenerate bone?
LANAP with laser-assisted regeneration (LAR) is the only scientifically proven method for achieving genuine periodontal regeneration and new bone and gum tissue growth.
Who can I contact in the Manhattan Beach, California, area to learn more about my options for treating periodontal disease?
LANAP is a wonderful solution for many of our patients with gum disease. If you live in or around the area and want to speak to a provider about your options for care, call Drs. Don Mungcal and Camille Loria about treatment. The office is at 1590 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite N, and can be reached by telephone at (310) 643-6004.
