LAPIP - A Gentler Method For Saving Ailing Implants
Dental implants have transformed the way missing teeth are restored, providing a durable and natural-looking option. Nonetheless, despite the advancements in dental technology, there are rare complications that can arise. Among these, peri-implantitis is a commonly encountered issue, causing inflammation in the gum and bone surrounding the dental implants. If left unattended, peri-implantitis can result in serious consequences such as implant failure and the compromise of a once confident smile. At Gaither Perio, we are dedicated to preserving your smile and overall oral health by combating peri-implantitis head-on. Dr. Wade Gaither introduces a cutting-edge solution – the Laser-Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure, known as LAPIP™, to effectively address this concern.
What is LAPIP?
LAPIP, or Laser-Assisted Peri-Implantitis Procedure, is an innovative treatment designed to address peri-implantitis. Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition that can impact the gum and bone surrounding dental implants, potentially leading to implant failure if left untreated.
Unlike traditional methods that can be overly aggressive and damaging, LAPIP uses laser technology to target the source of the inflammation without compromising the healthy tissues. This results in a more conservative and gentle approach to implant restoration, giving you the best chance of saving your existing implants and reclaiming your confident, healthy smile.
Unique Technology of LAPIP
LAPIP's success is attributed to the remarkable power of laser technology. This specialized laser system effectively zeroes in on the infected gum tissue and the bacteria responsible for peri-implantitis. Remarkably, this process ensures the preservation of healthy surrounding tissue during treatment.
This tissue-sparing approach is facilitated by the laser's distinctive wavelength and finely calibrated energy settings. Through precise control, the laser selectively eradicates solely the areas affected by the disease, ensuring that the neighboring healthy gum and bone remain unharmed. By halting the advancement of the disease, this method also triggers the body's innate healing mechanisms, fostering the restoration of lost bone and gum tissues.
Proven Success
The LAPIP protocol is the only patient-friendly, predictable solution for ailing implants. Studies indicate that 94% of failing implants treated with the LAPIP protocol have reintegrated in the pocket. Because no resection or reflection of a vertically oriented flap is needed, the integrity of the structural tissue is retained. Thus all other future treatment options remain.
