LANAP – Results To Be Proud Of!

 LANAP, the only FDA approved laser therapy to control periodontal disease is highly effective.  LANAP therapy’s history began back in the 1990’s. Drs. Gregg and McCarthy found success regenerating bone growth and creating new tissue attachments with even the toughest patients.

The LANAP process begins with the patients being given local anesthetic. Once the patient’s periodontal pockets are measured, the laser is placed into the pocket and a pass is made to destroy the bacteria causing disease. The laser allows for diseased

areas to be treated while leaving healthy tissue intact. Any tenacious plaque or calculus will be removed at this time with a scaler. Finally the laser is reintroduced into the pocket and a clot is produced. This means that no cutting or sewing is necessary for the technique.

“The treatment protocol lasts one year, but the results are something to talk about,” says Dr. Denine Rice of Rice Periodontal and ImplantSurgery. “We are seeing patient’s with deep pockets – 8mm or example, being reduced to 4mm. And all without the recession that is normally associated with periodontal treatment!”

As one of the Inland Empire’s Top Dentists, Dr. Rice is proud of the results her patients have achieved. If you are interested, contact the office for more information on how you can treat your periodontal disease the painless way.