Understanding the Fear Around Gum Treatment
It’s natural to feel nervous about dental treatments, especially when you hear the words “laser” and “gum surgery.” Many patients assume that laser gum therapy must be painful or invasive, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. LANAP® (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is designed to treat gum disease with comfort, precision, and minimal recovery time. Let’s clear up some of the most common myths about LANAP and what you can expect from your treatment experience.
Myth #1: LANAP Is Painful
Reality: LANAP is known for being virtually painless. Before beginning the procedure, Dr. Heath A. Lampee gently numbs the gums with a local anesthetic to ensure you remain comfortable. The PerioLase MVP-7 laser precisely targets infected tissue and bacteria without the cutting or sutures required in traditional gum surgery. Most patients report only mild soreness or tenderness afterward, far less discomfort than they anticipated.
Myth #2: Laser Gum Treatment Is Just Like Traditional Surgery
Reality: LANAP is a completely different experience. Traditional gum surgery involves incisions and stitches to remove diseased tissue. In contrast, LANAP uses advanced laser energy to eliminate bacteria and encourage the body’s natural healing response. This means:
- Less bleeding and swelling
- Minimal sensitivity
- A faster, smoother recovery
You can typically resume your regular activities within a day or two, without the extended downtime associated with surgical procedures.
Myth #3: LANAP Doesn’t Help with Advanced Gum Disease
Reality: LANAP is FDA-approved and clinically proven to treat even advanced stages of periodontal disease. The laser removes infected tissue and stimulates new bone and gum tissue growth, helping reattach healthy gums to the teeth. In fact, research shows that LANAP promotes regeneration in areas once thought untreatable by conventional methods.
Dr. Lampee uses LANAP to help patients in Portland and Beaverton restore gum health, save teeth, and even reverse years of damage caused by chronic gum disease.
Myth #4: Laser Treatments Are Risky
Reality: LANAP is one of the safest periodontal treatments available. Because it’s minimally invasive, the risk of infection is extremely low. There are no scalpels or sutures involved, and the precision of the laser allows for maximum control during the procedure. The result? A healthier mouth and a more comfortable recovery experience.
The LANAP Advantage
Patients at Teeth In 24 Dental Practice choose LANAP because it offers remarkable benefits over traditional approaches:
- Single-visit treatment options
- Minimal bleeding or swelling
- Virtually no root sensitivity
- Stops gum recession almost immediately
- Encourages the growth of new, healthy gum tissue
Even patients who once avoided gum surgery due to fear or sensitivity find LANAP to be a surprisingly easy and comfortable experience.
Experience Comfortable Laser Gum Therapy in Portland
If you’ve been putting off gum disease treatment because you’re worried about pain, LANAP offers a gentle and effective alternative. At Dr. Heath Lampee’s Teeth In 24 Dental Practice, we focus on comfort, precision, and long-term results.
Contact us today to schedule your consultation and discover how LANAP can help you restore your gum health, comfortably and confidently.
