If you’re one of the more than 47% of adults with periodontal disease, you may be worried that standard gum disease treatment will be painful. There is no reason to feel stressed about treating your inflamed gums—our board-certified periodontist is skilled in LANAP® (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) gum therapy.
This innovative, nonsurgical gum disease treatment in Everett and Puyallup, WA, is designed to gently treat gum disease by regenerating soft tissue. At Avenue Dental Care, LANAP is just one of several advanced technologies we invested in to deliver a better patient experience and outcomes!
The first step in diagnosing gum disease is an oral exam with our periodontist or one of our dentists. Our team will evaluate your gums for signs of inflammation, measure the depth of the periodontal pockets between your teeth and gums, and take digital X-rays.
We’ll also review your medical and dental history to identify any risk factors that could contribute to gum disease. If you have mild gum disease, gingivitis treatment in Everett and Puyallup, WA, may be enough to stop its progression.
The PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser is set to a specific wavelength to destroy infected tissue and remove bacteria beneath your gumline and in the pockets.
The laser selectively removes diseased tissue by targeting darkened pigment, without impacting your healthy tissue. Most patients experience little to no discomfort or pain during this process.
Removing tartar (calculus) is crucial to prevent the spread of the gum infection, further destruction of gum tissue, bone loss around your teeth, and tooth loss. The first pass of the laser typically loosens tartar deposits with a tiny fiber the width of three human hairs. During the second step, ultrasonic scalers flush out tartar residue from your pockets.
The laser closes the pocket(s) by making “super glue” blood clots. The fibrin blood clots form a protective barrier from bacteria. They also support the growth of new tissues that secure your teeth in place, including bone and connective tissue.
The clot acts as a seal and promotes tissue reattachment, compressing gum tissue against your root surfaces. This step supports natural healing and reattachment of gum tissue without sutures. The tight seal is essential for a complication-free recovery and for preventing future bacteria and pocket formation.
After completing the LANAP procedure, our team will provide postoperative care guidelines. This typically includes recommendations for oral hygiene, dietary modifications, and any prescribed medications to support healing and prevent infection. We’ll monitor your progress during periodic follow-up visits to ensure soft and hard tissue regenerates as expected.
LANAP may be ideal if you have moderate to severe gum disease that hasn’t responded to scaling and root planing. If you’re experiencing the following symptoms, you’re likely a good candidate for LANAP laser gum disease treatment in Everett and Puyallup, WA.
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