So you’ve been told you have gum disease? You might be a little anxious – maybe even worried about losing your teeth. The truth is, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans deal with periodontal disease every year, and it’s one of the main causes of tooth loss in adults. But here’s the good news: at Cedar Dental Care, we offer LANAP in Fremont, a modern and minimally invasive way to treat gum disease without traditional surgery.
LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure) helps restore the health of your gums and the supporting structures of your teeth – comfortably, effectively, and with faster healing. If you’ve been avoiding treatment because of fear or discomfort, LANAP might be exactly what you need.
What is LANAP?
LANAP stands for Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure. It’s an FDA-cleared, laser assisted periodontal treatment that targets diseased tissue and bacteria while keeping healthy tissue intact. Instead of using scalpels and sutures like traditional surgery, LANAP uses a special Nd:YAG laser to gently remove infection and help the gums reattach to the teeth.
This laser periodontal therapy works by stimulating the body’s natural ability to regenerate new bone and tissue around the teeth. It’s for people dealing with periodontitis, or advanced gum disease, and helps preserve your natural teeth while promoting healing. LANAP is also backed by human clinical studies and histologic evaluation, showing true tissue and bone regeneration in the treated areas.
Benefits of LANAP
When it comes to treating gum disease, LANAP has many benefits over traditional periodontal surgery. It’s comfortable, efficient, and encourages your gums to heal naturally.
Minimally Invasive
LANAP doesn’t use scalpels or sutures. This minimally invasive procedure uses a free-running pulsed Nd:YAG laser that targets infected areas while leaving healthy tissue untouched.
Faster Recovery and Less Discomfort
Patients often experience minimal discomfort during and after the LANAP procedure. Since it’s laser assisted, there’s little to no bleeding, swelling, or downtime – so you can get back to your normal routine faster.
True Regeneration and Bone Growth
One of the biggest benefits of LANAP is true regeneration – helping form new bone growth, new cementum, and a stronger attachment apparatus between the tooth and gums. This promotes long-term stability of your natural teeth.
Preserves Healthy Tissue and Teeth
Instead of cutting away large amounts of gum tissue, LANAP keeps healthy tissue intact. This maintains your gum line and prevents further loss of alveolar bone, which supports your teeth.
LANAP Procedure
At Cedar Dental Care, we follow the LANAP protocol, a scientifically proven method developed by Millennium Dental Technologies. It’s a step-by-step process designed to ensure the most effective and gentle periodontal treatment possible.
Here’s what you can expect during your LANAP performed treatment:
- Diagnosis and Assessment
Your dentist will measure the pocket depth around each tooth using a special probe. These periodontal pockets indicate how much gum tissue has detached from the tooth due to infection. - Laser Targeting of Diseased Tissue
Using the Nd:YAG laser, your dentist will target the infected areas. The laser energy will remove diseased tissue and kill bacteria without harming healthy tissue. - Removal of Calculus and Tartar
Once the infected tissue is removed, root planing is performed to clean and smooth the root surfaces. This step will eliminate deposits and toxins that contribute to periodontal disease. - Stimulation of Regeneration
The laser irradiation will stimulate periodontal regeneration, promoting new bone growth and reattachment of the periodontal ligament. This is where true regeneration begins. - Formation of a Stable Clot
The laser will create a natural clot that seals the area, protecting it from further infection and allowing the tissues to begin healing. - Bite Adjustment and Follow-Up
Finally, your bite will be adjusted to ensure no excessive pressure is placed on healing areas. Over time, new cementum and supporting bone will form around your teeth, securing them more firmly in place.
This laser assisted new attachment procedure not only treats existing disease but helps your gums reattach to your teeth – restoring both health and function.
Why Choose Cedar Dental Care for Your LANAP in Fremont?
At Cedar Dental Care, we offer the latest technology to help our patients heal comfortably and effectively. When it comes to LANAP in Fremont, our dentists are trained in the LANAP protocol and use state-of-the-art dental lasers to deliver results that traditional surgery can’t match.
Choosing us means you’re choosing experience, precision, and compassionate care.
- Experienced Professionals
Our team has extensive training in periodontics and laser periodontal therapy. We use proven methods like the assisted new attachment procedure to ensure safe and lasting results. - Advanced Technology
We use the Millennium Dental Technologies system, featuring free running pulsed Nd:YAG lasers, designed specifically for periodontal regeneration. - Comfort and Convenience
The LANAP performed at our office is virtually painless; most patients report minimal discomfort and a faster recovery than with traditional gum surgery. - Comprehensive Periodontal Care
From early gum disease detection to full periodontal regeneration, we offer a complete range of treatment options to protect your smile and maintain your healthy tissue.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between LANAP and traditional gum surgery?
Unlike conventional gum surgery that involves scalpels and sutures, LANAP uses a laser assisted technique. This laser periodontal therapy removes only diseased tissue and bacteria while leaving healthy areas untouched. As a dentist, I can assure you it’s a more comfortable and predictable way to restore gum health.
Is LANAP FDA approved?
Yes, LANAP is FDA cleared for the treatment of periodontitis. The procedure has been scientifically tested through human clinical studies, preliminary studies, and systematic reviews. It has demonstrated true regeneration of the bone and supporting tissues, making it one of the safest and most effective ways to treat periodontal disease today.
How long does the LANAP procedure take?
The entire LANAP procedure takes two visits, each about two hours. During each visit, one half of your mouth is treated. Most patients can return to normal activities the next day since the procedure is minimally invasive. No sutures are required, and most people experience minimal discomfort after treatment.
What can I expect after my LANAP treatment?
After treatment, your gums may be tender for a short time, but most patients see improvement quickly. You’ll see reduced inflammation, tighter gum attachment, and decreased pocket depth. Over the next few months, the attachment apparatus will continue to heal, and new bone growth will strengthen the supporting structures of your teeth. We’ll also schedule follow-ups to monitor your healing.
Can LANAP save loose teeth?
Yes, LANAP can often save teeth that would otherwise be lost due to advanced gum disease. By promoting bone regeneration and forming a new attachment between the gums and root surface, LANAP supports natural teeth and helps preserve your smile. It’s an alternative to extraction or implants in many cases.
Schedule Your Consultation Today!
If you have periodontal disease, bleeding gums, or loose teeth, don’t wait until the problem gets worse. LANAP in Fremont is a gentle laser-assisted way to restore your gum health and protect your smile for years to come. Call Cedar Dental Care today at (510) 608-5810 to schedule your appointment and find out if this advanced periodontal treatment is for you.