Gum disease is one of the most common and most overlooked threats to adult oral health. When left untreated, it can cause deep pockets of infection around the teeth, deteriorating gum tissue, bone loss, and eventual tooth loss. For patients who have not responded to non-surgical treatments or who want a more conservative alternative to traditional gum surgery, LANAP® laser gum surgery offers a clinically supported path to recovery that avoids the discomfort and extended healing time often associated with conventional procedures.
At Middlesex Periodontics & Dental Implants, Dr. Daniel Reich offers LANAP® laser gum therapy to patients in the Jamesburg, NJ area. As a periodontist with decades of hands-on experience in advanced gum disease treatment and periodontal surgery, Dr. Reich brings a level of precision and care to every LANAP® procedure that reflects his deep commitment to preserving natural teeth and improving patients’ long-term oral health outcomes.
LANAP®, or Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure, is an FDA-cleared protocol for treating periodontitis using a specific wavelength of laser energy. It is the only laser-based surgical approach with documented human histologic evidence of periodontal regeneration, meaning new bone, cementum, and connective tissue attachment can form following treatment.
The procedure uses the PerioLase® MVP-7, a free-running pulsed Nd:YAG laser, which is guided into the periodontal pocket to selectively target diseased tissue while leaving healthy tissue intact. Unlike traditional gum surgery, LANAP® does not involve cutting or suturing in most cases. The laser energy first removes diseased tissue and harmful bacteria from the pocket. Then a second pass creates a stable fibrin blood clot that acts as a seal, promoting healing and regeneration.
The full-mouth LANAP® protocol is typically completed in two sessions, each treating one half of the mouth. This approach allows patients to recover from one side while the other is treated, reducing overall downtime. The steps of the procedure are systematic and precise, guided entirely by the trained periodontist performing it.
Here is a general overview of what the LANAP® protocol involves:
Following the procedure, patients attend regular periodontal maintenance visits to monitor healing and support long-term results. Research published in the Journal of Periodontal and Implant Science found that LANAP® was an effective, minimally invasive surgical therapy for patients with moderate-to-advanced periodontitis, with meaningful reductions in pocket depth and improved clinical outcomes observed at 1 year.
Many patients with periodontitis have avoided treatment out of concern about pain, recovery time, or the prospect of having gum tissue cut away. LANAP® addresses these concerns directly by offering a bladeless, suture-free approach that is well tolerated by most patients.
Some of the key advantages include less postoperative discomfort compared to traditional flap surgery, minimal bleeding during and after the procedure, a faster recovery, with most patients resuming normal activities within a day, and no need for general anesthesia. Because healthy tissue is preserved rather than excised, patients also tend to experience less gum recession following LANAP® treatment, which is a concern commonly associated with conventional surgery.
For patients who are managing conditions like diabetes or heart disease, minimizing surgical trauma while still treating active periodontal disease is particularly important, since periodontal disease and systemic health are closely linked. Reducing the bacterial burden in the mouth through LANAP® may also support better management of these conditions over time.
LANAP® is designed for patients with moderate to advanced periodontitis who have not achieved sufficient improvement through non-surgical care, such as scaling and root planing alone. It is also a strong option for patients who are medically compromised, take blood thinners, or have dental anxiety and want a gentler approach to gum surgery.
Candidacy is determined during a comprehensive periodontal evaluation, during which Dr. Reich will assess probing depths, bone levels, and overall periodontal health. Patients with certain forms of early-stage disease may be managed effectively with non-surgical therapy and diligent periodontal maintenance before considering surgical intervention.
Dr. Daniel Reich and the team at Middlesex Periodontics & Dental Implants have built a practice around providing advanced, patient-centered periodontal care to communities throughout central New Jersey. Dr. Reich holds a Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) degree and has completed extensive training in periodontics and implantology, bringing both clinical depth and a commitment to conservative, regenerative approaches to every procedure. LANAP® laser gum surgery is one of several advanced treatment options available at the practice, and LANAP® Laser Gum Therapy starts at $2,500 per quadrant, with Cherry Financing available to help make treatment accessible.
For patients in the Jamesburg, NJ area who have been told they need gum surgery or who have been living with untreated periodontal disease, LANAP® may offer the results they need with far less disruption to their daily lives. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Reich, call our office directly at 732-257-7300. You can also submit a request through our contact form.
Dr. Daniel Reich is a board-certified periodontist with over 30 years of specialized experience in periodontal care and dental implantology. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, he brings advanced expertise to every procedure at Middlesex Periodontics & Dental Implants. Dr. Reich earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and completed his Specialty Certificate in Periodontics at SUNY Stony Brook. He currently serves as Director and Associate Professor of Periodontics at Touro College of Dental Medicine, where he trains future dental specialists while staying at the forefront of the latest periodontal techniques and technology.
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Looking for an experienced periodontist in East Brunswick, NJ? Dr. Daniel Reich and our team at Middlesex Periodontics & Dental Implants provide expert periodontal care and dental implant services to patients throughout Middlesex County, including Monroe Township, Old Bridge, Sayreville, and surrounding communities.
We serve patients from East Brunswick, Monroe Township, Old Bridge, Sayreville, South River, Spotswood, and throughout Central New Jersey. Our office schedules most appointments within 10 days, and we offer same-day emergency appointments when available. No referral needed—you can schedule directly with our board-certified periodontist.
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