Q: I was told that having deep cleaning done with a laser will help regenerate soft tissue or bone growth. Is this true?
A: I am not sure what you understand “deep cleaning with a laser” to mean. If you are referring to LANAP, approved by the FDA if performed by a qualified Periodontist, the answer would be yes. The Periodontist should be able to verify that he or she is licensed to perform LANAP, having undergone a year of specialized training. If this is not what you are considering, I would get a second opinion before you consent to any laser periodontal treatment. Your periodontist should give you a comprehensive informed consent so you understand completely what procedure you are having done. Unfortunately, a lot of misleading claims confuse some patients.
