Which Is Right for You?
LANAP vs Flap Surgery
Both treatments remove deep infection and reduce pocket depth, but they differ in incision size, bone access, recovery time, and cost.
LANAP uses a calibrated laser fiber inserted into the pocket without cutting the gum open. It kills bacteria, removes diseased epithelium, and forms a stable blood clot that reattaches tissue to the root. Advantages include no stitches, minimal recession, and faster return to normal eating. One honest limitation: LANAP cannot reach severe bone defects or reshape deep craters that need grafting.
Flap surgery reflects the gum to expose roots and bone directly. The periodontist cleans thoroughly, recontours defective bone, and places grafts or membranes where needed. Advantages include complete visual access and the ability to regenerate lost bone. It requires sutures, causes more initial recession, and needs one to two weeks of softer diet.
The periodontist confirms the right option after full mouth examination, X-rays, and risk assessment at your Vanasthalipuram consultation.
