LANAP Laser Gum Treatment · Marysville, WA
Treat gum disease with a laser, not a scalpel.
LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) uses a thin laser fiber placed at the gumline to treat infected gum pockets. It is done without a scalpel and without stitches, and its goal is to help the gum reattach to the root.
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The laser fiber is placed gently into the gum pocket at the gumline.
Who it can help
LANAP may be an option if:
- You have moderate to advanced gum disease with deep pockets.
- Your gums bleed, are receding, or teeth feel loose.
- Deep cleanings alone haven't controlled your gum pockets.
- You'd like an alternative to traditional cut-and-stitch gum surgery.
Dr. Choi makes the final recommendation after examining your gums.
How LANAP works
- Exam and planning Dr. Choi completes your comprehensive periodontal evaluation and reviews your X-rays.
- Treatment with local numbing (one or more visits, depending on need) The areas are numbed. The laser fiber treats the infected pocket lining, the roots are cleaned of tartar, and the laser helps form a protective seal at the gumline.
- Healing The goal is reattachment, or new attachment, of the gum to the root. Bone growth may be seen on X-rays, though it isn't the main goal of treatment, and results vary. We give you clear home-care instructions.
- Follow-up visits We check your healing, re-measure pockets, and set up regular maintenance cleanings, typically every 3 months.
Before and after
X-rays before LANAP and 4 months after; results vary.
Recovery
Most patients have little pain, mostly mild soreness. Follow the instructions we give you, and see our Post-Op Care page anytime. If something doesn't feel right, call us at (360) 386-5055.
LANAP or traditional gum surgery?
Both treat deep gum pockets in different ways.
LANAP laser
A laser treats the pocket from the gumline. No scalpel and no stitches are used, and the gums are not cut back.
Gum surgery
The gums are opened with a scalpel so the roots and bone can be cleaned and reshaped directly, then stitched closed.
For milder pockets, a non-surgical option like perioscopy may be a first step. Dr. Choi recommends what fits your exam.
Questions patients ask
What is LANAP?
LANAP stands for Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure. It is a gum treatment that uses a dental laser to help treat infected gum pockets without a scalpel or stitches.
Will I be numb?
Yes. The areas being treated are numbed with local anesthetic so you can stay comfortable.
How many visits will I need?
LANAP may be done in a single visit or in multiple visits, depending on your needs. Dr. Choi will explain your plan after your comprehensive periodontal evaluation.
What is recovery like?
Most patients have little pain, mostly mild soreness. Follow the instructions we give you after treatment, and call us if anything doesn't feel right.
Will LANAP grow back bone?
The goal of LANAP is reattachment, or new attachment, of the gum to the root. Bone growth may be seen on X-rays, though it isn't the main goal of treatment, and results vary from patient to patient.
Is LANAP right for everyone?
No. It depends on your pockets, bone levels and overall health. Every patient receives a full exam from Dr. Choi before any treatment is recommended.
Is it covered by insurance?
Plans vary. Our office manager will check your benefits for you before treatment.
Your periodontist
Ben Choi, DMD, MSD · UW Periodontics · Kois Specialist Graduate · UW Affiliate Faculty
Find out if LANAP is right for you.
A consultation includes a comprehensive periodontal evaluation and a clear recommendation.
Call (360) 386-5055
Ben Choi Periodontics & Implants · 1533 Grove St, Marysville, WA 98270 Mon–Fri 9:00–5:00
Ben Choi, DMD, MSD
UW Periodontics · Kois Specialist Graduate · UW Affiliate Faculty
Serving Marysville, Everett, Lake Stevens, Arlington, Snohomish & surrounding communities