Why I Chose LANAP for Our Practice

As a dentist, every decision I make for the practice comes down to one guiding question: Would I choose this treatment for someone I care deeply about? If the answer isn’t an immediate yes, it doesn’t belong in our office.

One experience in particular solidified my commitment to bringing LANAP, an advanced laser-assisted periodontal therapy, into our practice.

It was a quiet midweek morning when a longtime patient came in for what she assumed would be a routine cleaning. But as soon as she settled into the chair, I could see something deeper was going on. She confided that her gums had been bleeding for months - something she had tried to ignore out of fear of hearing the words gum disease. And when I examined her mouth, it was clear that we weren’t looking at a mild case. The infection had begun to affect not only her gums, but the stability of her teeth and even her confidence.

What struck me most wasn’t the clinical severity - it was the worry in her eyes. She asked me if treatment would be painful, if she would lose teeth, if the process would disrupt her life. I knew exactly what she was really asking: Is there hope?

Traditional gum surgery can be effective, but it often comes with fear, discomfort, and a long recovery. I remember pausing for a moment and thinking about what I would want for someone I love if they were sitting in that chair.

That’s when LANAP came to mind.

I had been studying the science behind this laser approach - the precision, the ability to target infected tissue without cutting, the minimal downtime, and the extraordinary results many patients were experiencing. But in that moment, it shifted from being an exciting piece of technology to something much more meaningful: an opportunity to give patients a path forward that felt hopeful rather than overwhelming.

I explained the LANAP procedure to her in detail. As I described how it works, how gentle it is compared to traditional surgery, and how it promotes true healing of the gums and bone, I could see the tension slowly leave her face. For the first time that morning, she took a deep breath.

We moved forward with LANAP, and the transformation - both clinically and emotionally - was remarkable. Her gums healed beautifully. The infection resolved. And with each follow-up visit, she walked in with a little more confidence, a little more brightness in her smile. She told me she finally felt like she had control over her oral health again.

That experience reaffirmed something I’ve always believed: patients deserve treatments that honor both their health and their quality of life. LANAP does exactly that. It offers precision, comfort, and true healing in a way that aligns with the level of care I strive to provide every day.

It’s not just about adopting innovative technology. It’s about choosing the kind of dentistry that makes people feel safe, supported, and seen. That’s why LANAP is part of our practice - because it allows us to give patients the best chance at lasting oral health with the least amount of fear or interruption to their lives.

If you're ready to explore how LANAP can help restore your gum health, I would be honored to guide you through your options. Contact Quality Dentistry to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward healthier gums and a healthier smile. Call (209) 577-0777 to book an appointment today.