Q: First, a big “thank you” for hosting a forum like this to answer all our questions . . . Can LANAP be done on a “site specific” basis, vs. doing it in “quadrants” or “full mouth”? And, are the results permanent?  That is, if one maintains a proper home cleaning regimen, will the bacteria

Q: During my recent cleaning my teeth were probed by the hygienist and apparently there were 7mm pockets towards the back of the two molars adjacent to where my wisdom teeth are partially erupted. These are the only pockets I have and would have had my wisdom’s removed earlier if I knew there was such

Q: Dear Dr. Linden, First of all I want to thank you for taking the time to answer so many people’s questions! I have found your site to be very informative. I am 32 years old and at my most recent cleaning visit the hygienist informed me that I have several 4mm pockets and one

Q: Can you cure a periodontal fistula? A: A fistula is a hole in the gum with an infection (pus) in it. Sometimes we gently place a “gutta percha” point in the fistula – a rubbery material that’s used for root canal filling. It’s radio-opaque, so you can see it on an x-ray. This enables

Q: Can LANAP surgery remove calculus? A: The LANAP protocol includes the removal of calculus. The laser itself does not remove calculus. Calculus is removed with ultrasonic and various instruments.