At Gaither Perio and Dental Implants, we are proud to offer advanced and minimally invasive solutions for gum disease. Among our top cutting-edge periodontal treatments is LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure), a revolutionary laser periodontal therapy that prioritizes your comfort and long-term oral health.
Dr. Gaither was one of the first periodontists in Tennessee to achieve certification in Laser Periodontal Therapy. The early adoption of innovative technology at our specialized practice highlights our commitment to providing the most effective, patient-friendly treatments available in Murfreesboro and beyond!
What is LANAP Laser Therapy?
LANAP laser therapy is a state-of-the-art, laser-based approach to treating gum disease (periodontitis). For our patients in Murfreesboro, this translates to a significantly more comfortable experience compared to traditional gum surgery. LANAP laser gum therapy offers numerous advantages, including:
- Less Pain: Experience minimal discomfort during and after the procedure.
- Less Bleeding: The laser technology promotes coagulation, leading to less bleeding.
- Less Swelling: Reduced tissue trauma results in less post-operative swelling.
- Less Tissue Removed: LANAP precisely targets and removes only diseased tissue, preserving healthy gum tissue.
- Less Downtime: Many patients can resume their normal activities immediately after the procedure.
- Faster Recovery: The gentle nature of LANAP promotes quicker healing.
The core purpose of LANAP is to selectively eliminate diseased tissue while leaving healthy tissue untouched. This precision helps maintain the natural height of your gum line around your teeth, minimizes discomfort, promotes the closure of periodontal pockets (the spaces between your teeth and gums where bacteria accumulate), and facilitates natural healing. By effectively controlling periodontal disease with LANAP, Dr. Gaither and his team can often save and restore teeth that might otherwise be considered hopeless. Our primary goal at Gaither Perio and Dental Implants is to preserve your natural smile whenever possible!
How Does LANAP Work?
The Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure™ (LANAP™) is an innovative and biocompatible periodontal therapy designed to regenerate lost gum and bone tissue rather than surgically cutting it away (resection). This aligns perfectly with our philosophy of biocompatible periodontal therapy: eliminating infection while preserving your natural tooth structure.
During a LANAP procedure, a tiny laser fiber, about the thickness of a few human hairs, is gently inserted between your tooth and gum. This laser precisely targets and eliminates the harmful bacteria and diseased tissue within the periodontal pocket without the need for cutting or stitching the gums.
Once the infection is cleared, the tooth roots are meticulously cleaned to remove tartar and plaque. The laser is then used again with a different setting to create a stable, firm blood clot. This fibrin clot seals the pocket, providing a scaffolding for new tissue growth.
LANAP targets only diseased tissue while conserving healthy root structures and gum tissue reflects fundamental biocompatible therapeutic principles. By facilitating the formation of this natural fibrin clot, LANAP harnesses your body's own immune system to actively participate in the healing and regeneration process.
The Benefits of Choosing LANAP with Dr. Gaither
Opting for LANAP laser therapy at Gaither Perio and Dental Implants in Murfreesboro offers a variety of benefits compared to traditional gum surgery, including enhanced precision, minimally invasive care, increased comfort, fast recovery, and fewer treatment sessions. With laser gum therapy, gum disease is typically treated in just one or two appointments.
The laser allows for highly precise targeting of diseased tissue, minimizing impact on healthy areas and reducing tissue trauma. After receiving LANAP treatment, many patients can return to their normal daily activities right away.
With LANAP, Dr. Gaither takes a gentle, suture-free approach that minimizes the risk of post-operative sensitivity, preserves healthy tissue and even promotes the growth of healthy tissue by facilitating the regeneration of lost gum and potentially bone tissue. As an added benefit for your periodontal health, LANAP offers a biocompatible approach that does not rely on artificial materials such as biologics, artificial membranes, exogenous growth factors, bone grafts, or scaffolds.
Comprehensive Laser Dentistry in Murfreesboro
At Gaither Perio and Dental Implants in Murfreesboro, TN, we take a comprehensive approach to your periodontal health, investing in the latest treatment technologies, including laser periodontal therapy. Dr. Gaither and his team will only provide effective LANAP treatment, but will also provide comprehensive education on how to manage gum disease at any stage.
If you're looking for a gentle, effective, advanced solution for gum disease, contact us to discuss the benefits of LANAP laser therapy at Gaither Perio and Dental Implants. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Gaither to learn more about how we can help you achieve a healthy and confident smile!
