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If you need treatment for gum disease, there is an alternative to cutting away diseased tissue and using stitches to reshape your gums. Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP®) is a safe, gentle method for treating gum disease. At MK Periodontics and Implants in Tacoma, Dr. Karbakhsch uses LANAP for easier, faster, comfortable treatment and recovery.
LANAP is a minimally invasive laser treatment for periodontal (gum) disease. Dr. Karbakhsch uses a thin laser fiber—about the size of three human hairs—to target and remove diseased tissue comfortably. The procedure is much less invasive than traditional gum surgery and has faster recovery times.
When you get LANAP laser treatment, Dr. Karbakhsch will complete these steps:
The advantages of laser gum treatment result in comfortable gum disease removal and a better outcome.
You will benefit from:
LAPIP® (Laser-Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure) is a solution for treating infection around a dental implant. Instead of removing the implant or placing bone graft material around it, LAPIP allows a dental implant to stay in place while eliminating bacteria, infection, and diseased tissue around it.
During treatment, Dr. Karbakhsch will complete these steps:
This gentle technique works with minimal discomfort and recovery time. Laser treatment stimulates gum, ligament, and bone regeneration and helps the tissue reattach to your implant. Dr. Karbakhsch will give you oral hygiene instructions and may prescribe medication to support healing at home and achieve an optimal outcome. Studies show that LAPIP has helped 95 percent of failing implants reintegrate with the bone.
LAPIP uses the same laser technology as LANAP, but LAPIP treats peri-implantitis around a dental implant, while LANAP treats gum disease around a natural tooth. Also, the LAPIP protocol uses a specific wavelength of the PerioLase MVP-7 laser and gives special consideration to treating disease around an implant.
LAPIP treatment benefits:
Peri-implantitis is a disease that causes gum tissue and bone inflammation around a dental implant. Symptoms vary in type and severity, but you may experience red, swollen, or bleeding gums. The gum tissue around the implant may recede, and pockets may deepen, exposing the implant threads. Peri-implantitis destroys gum and bone tissue and can cause implants to loosen or fall out. Tartar buildup is the most common cause of peri-implantitis because it releases toxins that irritate and inflame gum tissue. Early LAPIP treatment can halt the progression and restore dental implant health.
At MK Periodontics and Implants, our skilled periodontists have a high level of experience treating gum disease. Using the LANAP and LAPIP protocols, our doctors can make gum disease and peri-implantitis treatment a gentle, comfortable experience for you. We want to help restore your oral health and improve your whole-body wellness. Request a consultation in our Tacoma office today to get started.
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