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LANAP® Laser Treatment

LANAP®, performed by Dr. Mark I. Gutt, is an excellent gum disease treatment option. Gum disease has become quite common and affects millions of Americans. Meanwhile, new research has linked gum disease to heart disease, ischemic stroke, respiratory disease, and diabetes. Many do not realize that they have gum disease, as they are unfamiliar with the symptoms.

Signs That Indicate the Need for Gum Disease Treatment

  • Red, swollen gums
  • Bleeding while brushing or flossing
  • Loose teeth
  • Bite changes
  • Bad breath
  • Receding gums

If you are experiencing these symptoms, contact Dr. Gutt to discuss gum disease treatment options. In its earliest stage, gum disease is reversible without aggressive gum disease treatment. Dr. Gutt can advise you of your treatment options

During the gum disease treatment, Dr. Gutt uses a pulsed laser to target and remove bacteria and diseased tissue while leaving healthy tissue unharmed. There are no scalpels or sutures associated with this procedure. Dr. Gutt uses a laser to create a clotting effect for minimal bleeding and presses the gum tissue to the tooth surface to enable proper healing. LANAP® actually stimulates regeneration of connective tissue and bone. There is very little discomfort or downtime with this gum disease treatment and no contraindications. The procedure is safe for patients who take medication.

LANAP® has a proven success rate. In fact, many patients who were not a candidate for traditional surgical gum disease treatment were told by their periodontist that they could undergo LANAP® as it is considered minimally invasive. The shorter procedure times and recovery times lessen the impact of having gum disease treatment administered by your periodontist. LANAP® has many advantages over traditional surgical gum disease treatment. The LANAP® protocol is FDA cleared and a safe, effective gum disease treatment.

Basic Steps of the LANAP® Protocol

When you need gum disease treatment, you visit a periodontist. Periodontists specialize in the prevention and treatment of periodontal or gum disease. Gum disease progresses in stages. Throughout these stages, there are many options available for gum disease treatment.

Stages of Gum Disease

  • Gingivitis is the milder form of periodontal disease which causes an inflammation of the gums. This stage is easily reversed and is a result of plaque buildup.
  • Without any gum disease treatment, gingivitis progresses to periodontitis. The gums loosen and form pockets around the teeth, creating a home for bacteria and plaque. Gums will begin to recede and without gum disease treatment by Dr. Gutt, the gum disease will worsen resulting in tooth loss.
  • Advanced periodontitis is the final stage. Bacteria has spread and wreaked havoc upon the bone and tissue that support teeth, creating an environment where teeth loosen or shift. Gum disease treatment must be provided by Dr. Gutt in order to save the patient’s teeth and bone.

With this laser protocol, Dr. Gutt does not use any scalpels or sutures as are needed in traditional surgery.

Patients find that the gum disease treatment causes little bleeding and minimal discomfort. Any pain is managed with a simple over-the-counter medication. Dr. Gutt finds that healing times are much faster with this gum disease treatment than when compared with traditional surgery.

Our patients opinions

It’s always the word of mouth that’s the best advice.

Here are some of our…

” I have been a patient of Dr. Gutt and his outstanding team for more than 15 years. I had some issues at the time of my initial visit and between the exam, cleaning, and treatment I received, I knew I chose wisely when selecting South Florida Periodontal. Dr. Gutt is extremely competent and always provides completely detailed explanations on treatment, follow-up care, and patient self-care. His entire staff has remained intact the entire time, and they are a model of consistency, dependability, and integrity, with a genuine personal touch. This was reaffirmed after a dental procedure I needed while on an extended trip out of state. With little time to search, I ended up at one of those “factory” dental offices in that city. There was simply no comparison. “

Dennis Cassa

” Thorough and clearly explained observations and report, to be forwarded to Dr. Tycoliz – Summerland Dental “

Larry Ledford

” Dr. Gutt is a very friendly and gentle doctor. He listens intently, is thorough and has amazing doctor/patient rapport. His staff is warm and friendly. From the moment i walked into the office, i felt taken care of. “

Iris Seltzer

” Dr. Gutt and his team are THE best, whether you need very sophisticated dental procedures or just a great cleaning. Our family has relied on them for many years, consistently awesome pros! “

Jose Latour

“ Very professional staff. I am very pleased with the care I received. Highly recommended. ”

Drew Werner

” Not only Dr Gutt but also the his entire team are very caring and show professionalism. He has been taking care of my husband and I, always with the beat practices and the best technology, I can’t recommend him enough! “

Nancy Ogassawala

“ Doctor who explains thoroughly goes through everything and builds an orderly plan ”

Simona

” I’ve been seeing Dr. Gutt for many years and have always had a positive experience. He and his staff are always very pleasant and take the necessary time to explain all procedures, regardless of the complexity. His work is flawless. I’ve never had any complications from his procedures and most importantly have a healthy set of teeth. “

Dick Shon

” Absolutely the best team in town. Genuinely cares about patients and giving the best corrective dental care. I had continuous dental problems for 20 years until Dr. Gutt took charge of my perio care. Yadira has been the best dental tech I’ve ever had a cleaning with. Highly recommended. Thank you for putting an end to years of struggle. “

Mark Edwards

” Dr. Gutt is excellent. Thorough and extremely capable. We are lucky to have him here in Key West “

William Levinson
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