Scheduling your LANAP surgery with Pasadena Periodontics means expert treatment. Working with either Dr. Joel Henriod or Dr. Tyler Hendry, you will receive innovative care to treat your gum disease quickly so you can get back to enjoying your daily routine.
Dr. Joel Henroid graduated from the renowned UCLA School of Dentistry, and he is a diplomate of the prestigious American Board of Periodontology. Along with being a board-certified periodontist, Dr. Henroid is certified in LANAP (Laser Periodontal Surgery). He is also trained in the Pinhole Surgical Technique, which is a non-invasive way to treat receding gums, and certified in IV and oral sedation.
Dr. Henroid is known as one of the top periodontists in the Pasadena area, and he frequently teaches other periodontists and dentists about minimally invasive gum grafting, implant surgery, and bone grafting techniques.
Working with Dr. Hendry also means exceptional care. He graduated from the prestigious UCLA School of Dentistry and provides advanced periodontal procedures in the most pain-free and minimally invasive ways possible.
Dr. Hendry is certified in LANAP (Laser Periodontal Surgery), oral and IV sedation, and Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST). He is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and affiliated with the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) and the American Dental Association (ADA).
To make an appointment, call 626.389.9726 or click here to request an appointment online.
Scheduling your LANAP gum surgery with our team at Pasadena Periodontics is simple and easy, and we will make sure you’re informed every step of the way. To begin with, we will perform an initial inspection of your mouth and take X-rays to determine the severity of your gum disease.
Digital X-rays with our 3D cone beam scanner provide detailed information for our doctors, which they use to plan your treatment on advanced computer software.
Dr. Henriod or Dr. Hendry will perform an oral exam to see if you’re a candidate for LANAP. You’ll get an opportunity to discuss concerns, have treatment options explained, and get any questions answered.
If needed, we will take digital X-rays of your mouth to make a more precise diagnosis and to discover the extent of the gum disease. For a closer look, or if they suspect other issues in the mouth or jaw, we will take 3D X-rays using our cone beam CT scanner.
We will also take the time to explain the procedure thoroughly ahead of time, so there are no surprises on the day of treatment. Your comfort is our top priority, so we are always happy to answer questions and will keep you informed at all times.
We will schedule both of your LANAP procedure appointments as well as two follow-up appointments at once to lay out the full treatment plan. During your follow-up appointments, your doctor will inspect your progress and ensure a successful recovery.
To make an appointment, call 626.247.3400 or click here to request an appointment online.
Once we’ve completed your oral exam and reviewed your X-rays, we will schedule your LANAP appointments. Your periodontist will complete your procedure in around two hours, prioritizing your comfort along the way.
When you return for your first LANAP Procedure treatment, you’ll get a local anesthetic to eliminate any discomfort. LANAP Procedure is much less traumatic than conventional surgery, but if desired, sedation can be used for a comfortable appointment.
We use a soft-tissue laser with a fiber about the thickness of three hairs. This is inserted between your teeth and gums to eliminate bacteria and diseased gum tissue. Healthy gum tissue is not harmed in the process. Once this is done, we use an ultrasonic scaler and special hand instruments to remove tartar from the root surfaces. Lastly, we use the laser to clean the gum pocket and assist in sealing the pocket so new germs cannot enter. The gum heals, re-attaching to the clean surface of the tooth root.