laser gum surgery technique
Gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, and once this occurs generally surgical intervention is usually necessary to eliminate the deep pockets which develop between the teeth and gums. If these pockets persist, they become "privileged sites" for bacteria to organize even more colonies.
Traditional gum surgery involves cutting away some of the gum tissue, and reshaping the bone underneath. LANAP is a progressive technique using a specialized laser to destroy the bacteria that cause the disease, and alter the tissue so that it has the opportunity to heal. The use of the laser is less invasive than traditional scalpel surgery, and results in a much faster and less painful recovery.
LANAP® delivers long-lasting, therapeutic results with less pain and side effects than traditional gum disease treatment. With periodontal laser surgery, there’s none of the cutting and heavy bleeding or long, painful recovery associated with traditional gum disease treatments. Fully supported by human histological studies, LANAP® periodontal laser surgery brings gum disease treatment to a whole new level of care.