Laser Dentistry & LANAP in Long Beach

Would you be interested if we told you that we offer a more comfortable and less invasive approach to many dental treatments? We are pleased to introduce you to the exciting and innovative concept of laser dentistry at our modern Long Beach, CA, dental office!

Our goal at Golden Coast Dental Care is to provide you with a comfortable experience and exceptional results, and laser dentistry allows us to do both. This minimally invasive approach to dentistry uses advanced laser technology to perform a wide range of dental procedures.

What Are Laser Dentistry Procedures?

The lasers used in dentistry allow our dentists and specialists to precisely target the treatment area without damaging surrounding tissues. Using lasers, we can remove decay, whiten teeth, treat gum disease, and perform various other dental procedures.

At Golden Coast Dental Care, our dentists and specialists use laser dentistry to perform many procedures, including:

• Gum disease treatment
• Periodontal pocket disinfection
• Gum reshaping
• Teeth whitening
• Prepare teeth for dental crowns
• Tongue tie release (frenectomy)

What Are Some of Laser Dentistry's Benefits?

Laser dentistry at our Long Beach, CA, dental office offers many benefits!

• Minimally invasive — Lasers are less invasive than traditional dental instruments, so procedures are typically less painful with shorter recovery times.
• Pain-free — The laser pinpoints the treatment area, leaving surrounding areas unaffected. This means we can perform pain-free dental treatment with little to no anesthesia.
• Less bleeding — Lasers seal blood vessels and promote blood clotting, which results in minimal bleeding.
• Reduced infection risk — The laser sterilizes the treatment area, reducing the risk of infection.
• Preservation of healthy tissue — A laser's focused beam of light is so precise that it targets only the damaged or diseased tissue without affecting healthy tissue.
• Faster healing — Laser treatment often results in faster healing and a faster return to normal activities.

Lasers have been used in dentistry for decades, but many patients are just learning about their benefits. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact us!

We offer a minimally invasive solution if you suffer from advanced periodontitis and have been told you need gum surgery. LANAP is an innovative technology that uses dental lasers instead of traditional surgery to treat advanced gum disease and restore gum health.

LANAP stands for Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure. It's a modern treatment for periodontitis that eliminates the need for painful surgery and long recovery times because it targets only the infected gum tissue, leaving healthy tissue intact. The special lasers remove the infection and promote the reattachment of healthy gum tissue to the tooth.

What Are the Benefits of LANAP?

LANAP offers many benefits compared to traditional surgery, including:

• Shorter recovery times
• Less discomfort
• Decreased bleeding
• Reduced inflammation

Who Is a Candidate for LANAP?

Only a periodontist like Dr. Brock Lorenz can tell you if LANAP treatment is right for your needs. Good candidates generally are those whose periodontal pockets are between 5 and 6 millimeters in depth or have become reinfected after previous treatment.

If your general dentist has told you that you need gum surgery, Dr. Lorenz would be happy to meet with you to see if LANAP is an option.

What Can I Expect after LANAP Treatment?

The great thing about gum treatment with LANAP is that you should return to your usual routine in no time! You may experience some sensitivity, but there's no pain or long recovery time as with traditional gum surgery.

Our dental team will provide instructions for caring for your gums after treatment. We encourage you to contact us with any questions about your recovery.

How Can Laser Dentistry Help You?

If you have been told you need traditional gum surgery, our periodontist will evaluate your needs and see if LANAP is right for you. Please call our Long Beach, CA, dental office to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lorenz to get started.