Periodontitis is a major dental disease, impacting an estimated 42% of U.S. adults, most of whom have moderate to severe cases. If you’re experiencing symptoms of gum disease, such as bleeding or swollen gums, this progressive infection can lead to periodontal pockets and gum recession.
If left untreated, advanced periodontal disease can cause severe damage to your bone and connective tissue, as well as tooth shifting and loss. The good news is that our periodontist offers a full range of gum disease treatments in Durham, NC, Raleigh, NC, and Morrisville, NC—from gingivitis treatment to periodontitis treatment—including the gentler and innovative Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure (LANAP®).
The LANAP protocol is the only FDA-cleared laser gum disease treatment that delivers proper regeneration based on scientific evidence. We offer LANAP at Periodontics and Dental Implants of North Carolina because this protocol is highly effective at slowing or stopping attachment loss and decreasing pocket depth in a gentler manner than traditional gum surgery. This innovative procedure enables your body to recover quickly from a chronic infection.
LANAP® is a precise treatment protocol combining laser surgery with the well-established principles of traditional gum disease surgery based on biological and clinical principles. While the treatment objectives are similar, LANAP at Periodontics and Dental Implants of North Carolina provides several benefits compared to conventional periodontal surgery, most notably less invasive and traumatic while yielding equal or better overall results.
During the procedure, our periodontist places the PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser between your teeth and gums into the periodontal pockets to carefully remove only diseased tissue and kill bacteria. Then, your tooth roots are cleaned with an ultrasonic device. During the last step, our periodontist uses the laser to seal and protect the area around your treated teeth.
If you have signs of gum disease, you’re likely a good candidate for gum disease treatment. In general, periodontal disease treatment has zero contraindications, doesn’t interfere with medications, and is even safe if you have a severe medical condition (e.g., diabetes or hemophilia). A consultation with our periodontist will determine if traditional gum disease surgery or LANAP laser gum disease treatment in Durham, NC, Raleigh, NC, and Morrisville, NC, is your best option.
