Laser Treatment

Laser Treatment for Gum Disease: A Minimally Invasive Approach

Traditional gum surgery historically involved cutting away diseased tissue. Modern laser gum treatment has fundamentally changed this. Using a highly specific wavelength of light, we can target and eliminate the bacteria and infected tissue deep within gum pockets without harming the surrounding healthy tissue.

The primary benefits of laser gum surgery include:

• Less Discomfort: With no cutting or stitches, patients report significantly less pain.

• Faster Recovery: The laser promotes immediate healing, allowing most patients to return to their normal routine the very next day.

• Greater Precision: The laser removes only the diseased tissue, preserving more of your healthy gum line.

• Regenerative Results: Laser energy stimulates your body’s natural ability to heal and even regenerate some of the bone lost to gum disease.

The LANAP® Protocol: Saving Your Natural Teeth

The thought of traditional gum surgery, with scalpels and sutures, can be intimidating. For many, it’s a major reason to delay seeking treatment for gum disease. At our practice in Kailua-Kona, Dr. Sasan Garakani offers a revolutionary alternative. We are proud to provide the LANAP® protocol, a minimally invasive laser gum surgery on the Big Island that treats periodontal disease without the fear and discomfort of conventional methods.

What is LANAP®? The “No-Cut, No-Sew” Gum Disease Solution

LANAP stands for Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure. It is the only FDA-cleared laser protocol for the treatment of gum disease.

Using a highly specialized dental laser, Dr. Garakani can target and remove infected gum tissue and bacteria with incredible precision, all without cutting or stitching healthy tissue. The laser energy also stimulates the body’s natural healing response, promoting the regeneration of the bone and tissues that support your teeth. It’s a powerful, modern approach to saving teeth that were once considered hopeless.

Why Choose a LANAP Certified Periodontist on the Big Island?

The success of the LANAP protocol depends heavily on the clinician’s skill. Dr. Sasan Garakani is not only a board-certified periodontist but has also undergone intensive, specialized training to become a LANAP certified dentist on the Big Island. This advanced training ensures he performs the procedure with the highest level of expertise, adhering to the precise protocols that make LANAP so effective. Choosing a trained periodontist on the Big Island for this procedure ensures you are receiving the gold standard of care for your gum health.

Key Benefits of LANAP® vs. Traditional Gum Surgery

Patients who choose laser gum treatment experience a dramatically different and more positive journey. The primary benefits of laser gum treatment include:

• Less Pain and Discomfort: With no cutting or sewing, patients report significantly less discomfort both during and after the procedure.

• Faster, More Comfortable Recovery: The recovery time for LANAP is typically less than 24 hours, compared to the 2-4 weeks associated with traditional surgery. Most patients return to their normal routine the very next day.

• Saves Your Natural Teeth: LANAP is a regenerative procedure. Its primary goal is to save teeth by treating the underlying infection and encouraging bone to grow back and support them.

• Reduced Gum Recession: The procedure is less invasive to healthy tissue, minimizing the gum recession that can occur with conventional surgery.

Are You a Candidate for Laser Gum Treatment?

If you are concerned about the health of your gums, you may be a candidate. It’s important to look for the signs you need gum disease treatment, such as:

• Gums that bleed when you brush or floss

• Swollen, tender, or red gums

• Persistent bad breath

• Receding gums (teeth that look longer)

• Loose or shifting teeth

If you experience any of these symptoms, scheduling a consultation is the most important next step.

The LAPIP® Protocol: Saving Ailing Dental Implants

Dental implants are a significant investment, and they too can develop a “gum disease” called peri-implantitis. This infection can destroy the bone supporting your implant, leading to its failure. The LAPIP® protocol is the laser-based solution to treat this serious condition.

LAPIP (Laser-Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure) allows Dr. Garakani to precisely remove the infection and detoxify the implant surface without damaging the delicate implant threads. This is the key to stopping the disease and stimulating bone regeneration around the implant. If you have a bleeding, sore, or infected dental implant, the LAPIP treatment in Kona is the most effective way to save a failing dental implant and protect your investment.

Your Laser Specialist Serving the Entire Big Island

From our state-of-the-art office in Kailua-Kona, we are the trusted resource for advanced laser periodontal care. We proudly serve patients from Hilo, Waimea, Waikoloa, and all surrounding communities.

Discover a more comfortable way to restore your health. Contact our office today to schedule your laser treatment consultation.