LANAP® Laser Gum Surgery in Palatine, IL
Save your natural teeth with the LANAP® protocol, the world’s first and only dental laser procedure FDA cleared and scientifically proven to regenerate bone and tissue lost to gum disease. Because it is “no cut, no sew, no fear,” the LANAP® protocol is far more comfortable than traditional gum surgery, with faster recovery and less post-op sensitivity, swelling and gum recession.
A certified LANAP® clinician, Dr. Tremmel may be able to give those teeth a second chance with the LANAP® protocol, even if you have been told you need gum surgery or that some of your teeth are “hopeless.”
FDA cleared
Cleared by the FDA in 2004, the LANAP® protocol is a patented periodontal treatment carried out only with the PerioLase® MVP-7™ dental laser.
Patient friendly
No scalpel, no sutures. Compared with traditional gum surgery, most patients report less pain and discomfort both during and after the procedure.
True regeneration
It is the only laser protocol scientifically proven to regenerate the bone and tissue lost to periodontal disease, which can help save teeth that might otherwise be extracted.
Facing loose teeth, receding gums, or a plan that calls for extractions? Find out whether LANAP® is an option for you first.
Why We Offer the LANAP® Protocol
Gum disease, an infection below the gum line that has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other serious health concerns, affects more than half of American adults. For years the only answers to advanced cases were scalpel-and-suture surgery or removing the affected teeth.
The LANAP® protocol takes a different path, using the specific wavelength of the PerioLase® MVP-7™ dental laser to vaporize the bacteria that cause gum disease while leaving healthy tissue intact. What patients get is a minimally invasive treatment that helps them get healthy again, comfortably and without fear.
How the LANAP® Protocol Works
Between the gum tissue and the tooth we gently slip a tiny laser fiber, roughly the width of three human hairs. Reaching deep into the periodontal pocket, the PerioLase® MVP-7™ destroys the bacteria there while leaving healthy tissue untouched. That same laser then forms a stable, fibrin-rich blood clot, sealing the pocket so new bacteria cannot re-enter and stimulating the body’s own regenerative response to rebuild lost attachment.
The LANAP® Steps
- A periodontal probe gauges how deep the diseased pocket runs
- The PerioLase® MVP-7™ selectively vaporizes bacteria and diseased tissue
- An ultrasonic scaler lifts hardened tartar off the root surface
- Laser energy forms a stable blood clot that seals the pocket
- The body's natural healing response rebuilds bone and tissue around the tooth
- The bite is adjusted to support long-term regeneration
Patient Benefits
- Faster healing, since a minimally invasive approach lets the body bounce back more quickly
- Less discomfort, with most patients reporting less pain both during and after surgery
- Minimal downtime. Most patients head right back into their day after the procedure.
- Little to no gum recession, because nothing is cut and your smile line stays put
- Less bleeding and inflammation, as the laser goes after bacteria rather than healthy tissue
- Saves teeth. Even teeth written off as “hopeless” with traditional treatment can often be saved.
- Safe for medically compromised patients, including those with diabetes, HIV, or hemophilia, and those on blood thinners such as Plavix or aspirin
LANAP® Steps for True Regeneration
One of the clearest ways to see how the LANAP® protocol regenerates the tissues and bone lost to gum disease, this illustration is something Dr. Tremmel shares with patients every day.
What patients notice first: since the laser targets only bacteria, most people see immediate results such as less bleeding when brushing and fresher breath, even as the deeper healing keeps working below the surface.
Your gums do need time to recover. Even so, you can drive, head back to work, or carry on with your day right after LANAP® treatment.
What to Expect at Your LANAP® Visit
We perform the LANAP® procedure right here in our Palatine office under a local anesthetic, often at the very same visit as your diagnosis. Before we begin, our team walks you through every step, and you leave with detailed instructions for the days after surgery so your recovery goes as smoothly as possible.
With just a few small adjustments to support healing, most patients return to their normal routine that day or the next.
In the Treatment Room
- We numb the area completely with a local anesthetic
- The tiny laser fiber slides between the gum and the tooth
- Bacteria, infected tissue and tartar come out without any cutting of the gums
- A stable blood clot forms to seal each pocket closed
- Your bite is adjusted to support long-term regeneration
Recovery Tips
- Leave the treated area free of brushing or flossing for the first week
- Stick to a soft diet for the length of time we recommend
- Skip smoking and tobacco while you heal, since recovery goes much better without it
- Take any prescribed medications exactly as directed
- Keep your follow-up visits so we can monitor your healing
Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering whether LANAP® is right for you? Book a consultation with Dr. Tremmel and find out.