Imagine sitting in your dentist’s chair, heart sinking as you hear the words you dreaded most: “We need to pull your tooth.” For so many people, this is more than just a dental decision; it feels like the loss of a part of yourself. Your smile, your confidence, and even your ability to eat and speak comfortably—gone. But what if we told you there’s a way to save your natural teeth, even if you’ve been told extraction is your only option?
If you or a loved one is navigating this difficult decision, consider PerioLase LANAP, a groundbreaking laser treatment that’s revolutionizing gum disease therapy. This isn’t just a procedure—it’s a second chance for your smile.
Why Teeth Extraction Shouldn’t Be Your Only Option
Losing your natural teeth often feels like losing control. While dentures and implants are options, they’re not without challenges. Dentures can slip, feel uncomfortable, or affect your speech. Implants are a significant financial and surgical commitment. Most importantly, nothing truly replaces the natural function and feel of your own teeth.
LANAP (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) offers a different path—a way to fight advanced gum disease while preserving your teeth. It’s a powerful alternative for those who are desperate to avoid the irreversible step of extraction.
What Is LANAP?
LANAP uses a highly wavelength specific dental laser, the PerioLase MVP-7, to target and remove diseased tissue without harming healthy gum tissue. This advanced technology helps stimulate bone and tissue regeneration, meaning your teeth get the support they need to stay in place.
Here’s the best part: it’s minimally invasive, with no cutting or stitches involved. That means less discomfort, less downtime, and faster healing.
The Emotional Benefits of Saving Your Teeth
Beyond the physical benefits, saving your natural teeth has a profound emotional impact. Your teeth are part of who you are. They reflect your personality, your warmth, and your joy. Keeping your natural smile means maintaining a vital part of your identity.
For many of our patients, LANAP feels like hope when they’ve been told there’s none left. It’s the difference between dreading the future and smiling confidently.
Why LANAP Works
LANAP treatment offers many benefits:
- Preserves Your Natural Teeth: Unlike traditional gum surgery or extraction, LANAP focuses on regeneration, not removal.
- Minimally Invasive: No cutting, no stitching, and far less discomfort compared to traditional surgeries.
- Stimulates Healing: The laser dental therapy promotes tissue and bone growth, helping your gums and jawbone rebuild themselves naturally.
- Quick Recovery: You’ll be back to your routine faster, with little to no disruption to your life.
Is LANAP Right for You?
If you’ve been told extraction is your only option, it’s worth seeking a second opinion. LANAP is especially effective for patients with moderate to advanced gum disease, sometimes, even in cases where teeth are loose or severely compromised.
This isn’t just about saving teeth—it’s about saving hope. Every smile deserves a fighting chance, and with LANAP, that’s exactly what we offer.
Take the Next Step
If you’re facing the emotional weight of tooth loss, don’t make a decision without learning all your options. Contact Dr. Tracey Hughes, a LANAP-certified dentist at Lake Forest Smiles, today to learn about this life-changing procedure. You owe it to yourself to explore every avenue for saving your smile.
Remember, it’s not just about your teeth. It’s about your confidence, your health, and the moments of joy your smile can bring. With LANAP, a second chance for your teeth might just be a laser away.