LANAP® Laser Gum Surgery in Palatine, IL
The LANAP® protocol is the world’s first and only dental laser procedure FDA cleared and scientifically proven to regenerate bone and tissue lost to gum disease — helping you save your natural teeth. Compared with traditional gum surgery, the “no cut, no sew, no fear” LANAP® protocol is more comfortable, with faster recovery and less post-op sensitivity, swelling and gum recession.
Dr. Tremmel is a certified LANAP® clinician. If you have been told you need gum surgery, or that some of your teeth are “hopeless,” the LANAP® protocol may give those teeth a second chance.
FDA cleared
The LANAP® protocol is a patented periodontal treatment cleared by the FDA in 2004 and performed only with the PerioLase® MVP-7™ dental laser.
Patient friendly
No scalpel and no sutures. Most patients report less pain and discomfort during and after surgery compared with traditional gum surgery.
True regeneration
The only laser protocol scientifically proven to regenerate the bone and tissue lost to periodontal disease, helping save teeth that might otherwise be extracted.
Loose teeth, receding gums, or a treatment plan that calls for extractions? Ask whether LANAP® is an option for you first.
Why We Offer the LANAP® Protocol
More than half of American adults have some form of gum disease — an infection below the gum line that has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and other serious health concerns. Traditionally, advanced gum disease has been treated with scalpel-and-suture surgery or by removing the affected teeth.
The LANAP® protocol uses the specific wavelength of the PerioLase® MVP-7™ dental laser to vaporize the bacteria that cause gum disease while leaving healthy tissue intact. The result is a minimally invasive treatment that helps people get healthy again — comfortably, and without fear.
How the LANAP® Protocol Works
A tiny laser fiber, about the width of three human hairs, is gently placed between the gum tissue and the tooth. The PerioLase® MVP-7™ targets and destroys bacteria deep within the periodontal pocket without affecting healthy tissue. The same laser is then used to form a stable, fibrin-rich blood clot that seals the pocket so new bacteria cannot re-enter, and stimulates the body’s own regenerative response to rebuild lost attachment.
The LANAP® Steps
- Periodontal probe measures the depth of the diseased pocket
- PerioLase® MVP-7™ selectively vaporizes bacteria and diseased tissue
- Ultrasonic scaler removes hardened tartar from the root surface
- Laser energy creates a stable blood clot that seals the pocket
- The body's natural healing response rebuilds bone and tissue around the tooth
- Bite is adjusted to support long-term regeneration
Patient Benefits
- Faster healing — minimally invasive, so the body recovers more quickly
- Less discomfort — most patients report less pain during and after surgery
- Minimal downtime — most patients return to their day right after the procedure
- Little to no gum recession — no cutting means your smile line is preserved
- Less bleeding and inflammation — the laser targets bacteria, not healthy tissue
- Saves teeth — even teeth deemed “hopeless” with traditional treatment can often be saved
- Safe for medically compromised patients — including patients with diabetes, HIV, hemophilia, or those on blood thinners such as Plavix or aspirin
LANAP® Steps for True Regeneration
Dr. Tremmel uses this illustration with patients every day. It is one of the clearest ways to see how the LANAP® protocol regenerates the tissues and bone lost to gum disease.
What patients notice first: because the laser only targets bacteria, most people see immediate results — less bleeding when brushing and less bad breath — even while the deeper healing is still under way.
Your gums need time to recover. After LANAP® treatment, however, you can drive, return to work, or carry on with your day.
What to Expect at Your LANAP® Visit
The LANAP® procedure is performed in our Palatine office using a local anesthetic, and can often be scheduled at the same visit as your diagnosis. Our team will walk you through every step before we begin, and give you detailed instructions for the days after surgery so you have the best possible recovery.
Most patients are able to return to their normal routine that day or the next, with a few small adjustments to support healing.
In the Treatment Room
- Local anesthetic is used so the area is fully numb
- The tiny laser fiber is placed between the gum and the tooth
- Bacteria, infected tissue and tartar are removed without cutting the gums
- A stable blood clot is formed to seal each pocket closed
- The bite is adjusted to support long-term regeneration
Recovery Tips
- No brushing or flossing of the treated area for the first week
- Maintain a soft diet for the time we recommend
- No smoking or tobacco use during recovery — healing is much better without it
- Take any prescribed medications exactly as directed
- Come in for your follow-up visits so we can monitor your healing
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious whether LANAP® is right for you? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Tremmel and find out.