LANAP Laser Treatment: What You Need to Know

LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is the only FDA-cleared laser protocol for treating periodontal disease. It uses the PerioLase MVP-7, a specialized Nd:YAG laser with 7 variable pulse durations, to selectively target and remove diseased tissue while leaving healthy tissue intact. Unlike traditional gum surgery, LANAP requires no scalpels, no sutures, and no removal of healthy gum tissue.

One of the greatest advantages of LANAP is the minimal downtime. Most patients experience only mild soreness for a day or two and can return to work the next day. You will follow a soft food diet for about two weeks while the tissues heal. Your periodontist will schedule follow-up visits to monitor healing and pocket depth reduction. Full bone regeneration continues over the following months, with measurable improvements visible on X-rays.

• What Is LANAP?
• How LANAP Works
• Benefits of LANAP Over Traditional Gum Surgery
• Recovery After LANAP
• Is LANAP Right for You?