The LAPIP protocol represents a minimally invasive method for addressing issues with ailing and failing dental implants.
Proven Success in Preserving Implants
LAPIP stands out as the sole patient-friendly, reliably effective treatment for ailing implants. Research indicates that 95% of implants afflicted with peri-implantitis and treated using the LAPIP protocol have successfully reintegrated within the pocket, displaying bone growth ranging from 3 to 8 threads.
Protecting Your Implant Investment with LAPIP Treatment
- Halt the advancement of peri-implant disease
- Eradicate bacteria responsible for inflammation
- Preserve healthy gum tissue
- Foster the growth of new bone
Understanding Peri-Implant Disease
While the implants themselves are impervious to disease, the surrounding tissues can become infected. Similar to gum disease, peri-implant disease initiates with minor inflammation (peri-mucositis) around the implant. Without intervention, this inflammation progresses, leading to bone erosion and eventual implant instability. Various factors trigger this initial inflammation, such as existing periodontal bacteria, foreign materials around the implant, and misaligned implant connectors.
Signs and Symptoms of Moderate-to-Advanced Peri-Implantitis
- Gum swelling
- Implant mobility
- Gum bleeding
- Changes in gum color around the implant
- Heightened gum sensitivity
- Exposed implant surfaces due to gum recession
- Mild to severe pain around the implant site
- Discharge of pus from tissues surrounding the implant
Streamlined Treatment with Remarkable Outcomes
Utilizing the PerioLase® MVP-7™, uniquely designed for optimal periodontal health, LAPIP treatment offers numerous advantages:
- Typically requires just one appointment
- Minimizes discomfort compared to traditional surgery
- Targets bacteria while preserving healthy tissue
- Reduces gum recession for improved aesthetics
- Uses natural processes without foreign materials
- Safe for medically compromised patients, including those with diabetes or on blood thinners
- Involves no cutting or stitches, thereby reducing recession and eliminating the need for bone grafts
Key Aspects of the LAPIP Protocol
The LAPIP protocol:
- Safely removes diseased tissue while preserving healthy tissue
- Eliminates infection sources
- Maintains tissue height around implants
- Minimizes patient discomfort
- Closes periodontal pockets to facilitate healing
This protocol represents a low-risk, primary treatment that preserves other treatment options. Effective management of peri-implant disease is crucial for safeguarding and maintaining your implant investment.
LAPIP Treatment Procedure Overview
- Initial assessment using a periodontal probe to measure pocket depth
- Application of PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser energy to vaporize bacteria, endotoxins, and diseased tissue, as well as remove titanium corrosion from soft tissue around the implant
- Debris removal from the implant using ultrasonic scaler tips
- Modification of bone to release stem cells
- Final cleaning of the pocket with PerioLase MVP-7™ to stimulate natural growth factors and seal the pocket, preventing recontamination
- Healing of gums and adjustment of bite trauma
- Bone regeneration around the implant
Utilizing the PerioLase MVP-7™ Laser for Optimal Results
The PerioLase MVP-7™ dental laser effectively eliminates bacteria, diseased tissue, and titanium corrosion from soft tissues around the implant. It promotes the formation of a stable blood clot containing activated stem cells from the patient’s own bone, fostering a sealed gum pocket conducive to bone regeneration.
Expectations for LAPIP Treatment
LAPIP procedures are performed under local anesthesia in-office, often during the initial diagnosis appointment. Patient education and comfort are paramount throughout the process, ensuring clear communication of expectations and optimizing treatment outcomes. Post-treatment instructions typically include temporary modifications to oral hygiene practices, such as avoiding brushing or flossing initially, maintaining a soft diet for a specified period, and refraining from smoking or tobacco use during recovery. Follow-up visits are scheduled to monitor healing progress and make any necessary adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Peri-Implantitis? Peri-implantitis is an infection occurring around a dental implant, characterized by red, inflamed gums and potential bone loss, ultimately risking implant failure.
- What is the Difference Between Peri-Mucositis and Peri-Implantitis? Peri-mucositis involves early-stage infection without bone loss, whereas peri-implantitis progresses to include bone loss.
- What Happens if Peri-Implantitis is Untreated? Untreated peri-implantitis can lead to continued bone destruction, implant instability, and potential spread of infection to nearby teeth.
- What Causes Peri-Implantitis? Similar to gum disease, causes include inadequate oral care, teeth grinding, and medical conditions like diabetes or osteoporosis. Smoking and existing gum disease elevate risks of implant complications.