Do you have gum disease or periodontal issues but want a minimally invasive treatment option? At Kakaris Family Dentistry, our Woodhaven dentists specialize in LANAP® (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure), an FDA approved, cutting-edge laser gum therapy that targets diseased tissue while preserving healthy gum and bone. Dr. Arestea Kakaris is specially trained and licensed in the LANAP® treatment protocol.
Dr. Arestea Kakaris is a licensed LANAP® provider.
LANAP® (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) is a state-of-the-art laser treatment for gum disease that reduces inflammation, removes infected tissue, and promotes healing. Unlike traditional gum surgery.
LANAP® is:
Patients searching for “LANAP® laser gum treatment near me” or “LANAP® treatment Woodhaven MI” often appreciate the gentle, precise approach that LANAP® offers.
LANAP® is ideal for patients with:
Dr. Kakaris evaluates each patient individually and determines whether LANAP® or another therapy is best suited to your oral health needs.
Minimally invasive alternative to traditional gum surgery.
Reduced sensitivity and discomfort.
Promotes natural regeneration of gum and bone tissue.
Shorter recovery time, allowing you to return to daily life faster.
LANAP® requires a year-long, specialized, hands-on training and licensing to be able to use and treat following the patented protocol. Dr. Arestea Kakaris attended The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry’s LANAP® Training Continuum and is a licensed provider of the LANAP® laser therapy treatment.
If you’re looking for “laser gum therapy Woodhaven MI” or “LANAP® treatment near me”, we can help restore your gum health safely and effectively.
Don’t let gum disease affect your smile and overall health. Call (734) 676-1656 or request an appointment online today to schedule your LANAP® consultation in Woodhaven, MI.
Frequently asked questions about LANAP® laser gum treatment.
LANAP® differs from traditional gum surgery by being minimally invasive, using a laser instead of a scalpel to remove diseased tissue while leaving healthy tissue intact. It avoids the need for cutting and stitches, resulting in less pain, faster healing, less gum recession, and promotes true tissue regeneration, whereas traditional surgery involves cutting gums, stitching, and has a longer recovery. Because the procedure is minimally invasive, our patients also tend to experience less sensitivity with LANAP® treatment when compared to patients who have received traditional gum surgery.
Your gums will be numb for the procedure, and you should not experience any pain. LANAP® surgery is known for being minimally invasive and less painful than traditional gum surgery. The surgery does not require any cutting or stitches, so patients typically experience very little trauma or swelling. Patients report only minimal soreness in the days following the procedure and are able to return to their normal day-to-day activities within 24 hours.
Healing occurs at each individual’s own rate and will be affected by each individual’s own outside influence, such as mechanical or bacterial trauma. Most patients tend to feel normal and resume most activities within 24 hours. During the first 3-4 weeks of recovery, Dr. Kakaris will prescribe temporary dietary restrictions, as well as restrictions on brushing and flossing your teeth in order to allow your gums heal properly and protect your investment in your treatment. It is normal for patients to experience tenderness in the teeth and gums as tissue regeneration, reattachment and bone regeneration takes place over the year following the procedure.
Not everyone will be a candidate for LANAP® treatment. In order to be successful and see results, the LANAP® requires the patient’s dedicated adherence to the post-op protocol. Before prescribing and providing LANAP® treatment, Dr. Kakaris will meet with you to determine if you are a good candidate for the treatment, and she will allow you ample time to decide if it’s the right treatment for you after your consultation.
No, LANAP® laser therapy treatment is an advanced and protected treatment protocol that requires providers to be licensed and certified in their protocol to be able to purchase their specialized laser and treat patients. Dr. Arestea Kakaris attended The Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry’s year-long LANAP® Training Continuum and is licensed and certified in providing LANAP® laser therapy.
