LANAP Treatment Corpus Christi
An Efficient Way to Treat Gum Disease
Periodontal (gum) disease is one of the most prevalent oral health issues today. Nearly half of all adults in the United States over the age of 30 are affected by this condition, with the percentage increasing as people get older. To combat this, many dentists are now choosing treatments that not only relieve the symptoms of gum disease, but also help prevent its recurrence. At South Texas Periodontics and Implants, Dr. Marcos Garcia is proud to offer LANAP treatment in Corpus Christi. It’s an innovative, efficient, and comfortable method for treating gum disease. If you’d like to learn more about this advanced technique, continue reading or give us a call today!
Early Symptoms of Gum Disease
In most cases, gum disease starts with minor symptoms that patients overlook. For example, you might notice slight redness, swelling, or bleeding when brushing or flossing. This early stage is known as gingivitis, a phase of gum disease that can be reversed with professional dental cleaning and good oral hygiene. However, untreated gingivitis can advance to periodontitis, which is marked by more severe symptoms such as receding gums, periodontal pockets, visible infection, shifting teeth, and tooth loss.
The LANAP Treatment Process
With LANAP treatment, Dr. Garcia can stop the progression of periodontitis and restore your oral health. The process starts with X-rays to diagnose and assess the infection.
LANAP typically requires two two-hour appointments, each treating one side of your mouth with a local anesthetic for comfort. The laser targets bacteria and tartar, disinfecting the diseased areas while preserving healthy gum tissue. LANAP can also promote bone regeneration, potentially saving teeth that might otherwise be extracted.
Following this method, patients heal faster and experience less discomfort compared to traditional treatments. In fact, many patients report that they do not require any pain relief medication afterward.
Benefits of LANAP Treatment
LANAP treatment offers numerous advantages over traditional methods of gum disease treatment, such as:
- Minimally invasive procedure
- Enhanced precision to protect surrounding healthy tissue
- Reduced pain and discomfort post-treatment
- Faster recovery time
- Stimulates regeneration of supporting gum tissues
- Preserves more gum tissue
- Lower risk of post-op infections
- Promotes better, longer-lasting results