Improving Gum Health With LANAP

When you have periodontal disease, this could lead to uncomfortable symptoms in your smile and over time, you could risk tooth loss. To take on more advanced stages, our team could offer treatment with laser dentistry. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about the LANAP system!

The Signs Your Gums Are In Trouble

What are the common warning signs of periodontal disease? Essentially, we want you to let us know when you experience any changes to your gum tissues. For example, soreness, redness, bleeding, swelling, or even recession are all signs that you may be suffering from periodontal disease. Without treatment, the disease will grow in severity, eventually reaching a state known as periodontitis, which could lead to tooth loss. Our team can offer treatment with precision and comfort using advanced dental lasers, so let us know right away!

Help With the LANAP Procedure

The procedure involves using advanced laser technology to gently trim away the diseased portions of your smile. We will examine your smile with digital imaging, so we can assess the severity of the disease and identify any damage to underlying tissue or bone structures. If laser dentistry is right for you, we will use a concentrated beam of light calibrated to handle soft tissues. Once we remove the tissues, we will reshape the gum line for a more attractive smile. The healthy tissues will be able to attach to the teeth, which reduces the depth of periodontal pockets so we can manage the issue moving forward with cleanings, medications, and options like Ozone Therapy.

The technology can treat areas with precision to prevent damage to healthy gums. The technology destroys harmful bacteria, which means the area heals faster and you can return to your normal routine in as little as 24 to 48 hours. There is also a reduced risk of bleeding, swelling, and infection. We could also discuss special medications to aid in the healing process, repairing damage to attachment tissues and underlying bone structure.

Managing Periodontal Disease Moving Forward

In our office, we can offer Supportive Periodontal Maintenance to control harmful buildup, and special antimicrobial medications too. At home, you can help with better brushing and flossing habits. Working together, we can help your gums stay healthy and string, so you enjoy a full smile and long-lasting results! If you have any questions about using dental lasers to treat gum disease, then contact our team today to learn more.

Talk to Dr. Kania About Laser Treatment

We provide a comfortable and precise method for treating serious periodontal disease. To learn more about how we help your smile with laser dentistry, or to schedule your appointment, give us a call at our office in Encinitas, CA today at 760-642-0711.