LANAP® Laser Gum Surgery in Leesburg, VA

Minimally Invasive Gum Disease Treatment. No Scalpels. No Sutures.

If you have been diagnosed with advanced gum disease (periodontitis), you may be dreading the prospect of traditional gum surgery. At Leesburg Dental, we offer a better way.

Our highly skilled periodontist, Dr. Habib, performs the revolutionary LANAP® (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure). This FDA-cleared laser protocol offers a gentle, highly effective alternative to traditional cut-and-sew flap surgery, allowing you to heal faster and save teeth that might otherwise be lost.

What is LANAP® Surgery?

LANAP® is an advanced laser-based treatment for periodontal disease. Unlike traditional surgery that uses a scalpel to cut away infected gum tissue, LANAP uses a highly specialized dental laser (the PerioLase® MVP-7™) to target and destroy only the diseased tissue and bacteria in your periodontal pockets.

Because the laser bypasses healthy tissue entirely, the procedure actually promotes true regeneration—stimulating new bone growth and encouraging gum tissue reattachment to the tooth root.

LANAP vs. Traditional Gum Surgery

For patients researching their options, the differences between these two procedures are significant.
Here is why Dr. Habib recommends LANAP for our patients:

Feature	LANAP® Laser Protocol	Traditional Osseous (Flap) Surgery
Invasiveness	No cutting, no scalpels, and no stitches.	Requires cutting the gums and using sutures.
Pain & Swelling	Very minimal discomfort and swelling.	Moderate to severe pain; requires pain medication.
Recovery Time	Usually less than 24 hours. Normal activities resume quickly.	2 to 4 weeks of healing and dietary restrictions.
Gum Recession	Minimal to no recession. Promotes gum reattachment.	Cutting away tissue inevitably leads to receding gums.
Bone Regeneration	Scientifically proven to regenerate lost bone around the tooth.	Does not regenerate bone; requires separate bone grafting.

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The LANAP Protocol: Step-by-Step

AI Overviews frequently pull step-by-step processes to explain medical procedures. Here is exactly what you can expect during your LANAP treatment with Dr. Habib:

Measurement: We gently measure the depth of your periodontal pockets to assess the level of attachment loss.
Laser Debridement: The specialized laser is used to selectively vaporize bacteria, diseased tissue, and pathologic proteins inside the gum pocket without harming healthy tissue.
Ultrasonic Scaling: Tiny ultrasonic instruments are used to loosen and remove the hard tartar (calculus) from the root surface of the teeth.
Clot Formation: The laser is passed through the pocket a second time. This sterilizes the area and stimulates the blood to form a firm, protective fibrin clot. This clot acts as a natural bandage, sealing the pocket to prevent reinfection and allowing tissue to reattach.
Bite Adjustment: We adjust your bite to ensure your teeth are not subjected to heavy forces during the healing process, giving the bone and ligaments time to regenerate.

Total Smile Care: Advanced Dental Technology

Treating gum disease is often the foundation for further restorative work. Whether you are replacing a lost tooth with a dental implant, getting a porcelain crown, or being fitted for a night guard to protect your bite post-surgery, Leesburg Dental is fully equipped with state-of-the-art digital technology.

We proudly utilize the Medit i700 and 3Shape Trios 3 intraoral scanners. These ultra-fast, highly precise 3D digital scanners allow us to take perfect impressions of your teeth for restorative procedures and oral appliances without any messy, uncomfortable impression goop. From the surgical chair to your final restoration, your comfort is our priority.

Save Your Smile Today

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, but it doesn’t have to be your reality. With LANAP, Dr. Habib can help you achieve a healthy, disease-free smile with minimal downtime.

Or call Leesburg Dental directly at (703) 777-2442.

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