The PerioLase MVP-7 holds a distinction that no other device in medicine or dentistry can claim: it is the only tool ever granted FDA clearance for true bone regeneration. That means it does not just treat gum disease but actually regrows the cementum, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone that hold your teeth in place. That clearance is backed by human histological studies and decades of peer-reviewed research, and it represents a genuine turning point for patients who have been told bone loss is simply something to manage.
At Dental West NYC, we are proud to offer LANAP laser treatment as part of our commitment to evidence-based, minimally invasive care. We get genuinely excited about what this technology makes possible for our patients, and we want you to understand exactly why it works.
The Only FDA Clearance for True Bone Regeneration
The FDA’s 510(k) clearance of the PerioLase MVP-7 is not a routine approval, and it is worth taking a moment to understand what makes it so significant. It is the first and only clearance ever granted in medicine or dentistry specifically for true periodontal regeneration, meaning the documented regrowth of new bone, new cementum, and new periodontal ligament on a previously diseased root surface. To earn it, human histological evidence was submitted, confirming through actual tissue samples from treated patients that real regeneration was occurring.
As reviewed in research published through the National Institutes of Health, the FDA formally recognized in 2016 that this standard of true regeneration could be achieved when the PerioLase MVP-7 was used within the LANAP protocol. This is a meaningful difference from conventional gum disease treatments, which can reduce infection and slow disease progression but do not rebuild what has already been lost.
What Makes PerioLase Different From Other Lasers
Not all dental lasers are the same, and the PerioLase MVP-7 stands in a category of its own. It is a free-running, variable pulsed Nd:YAG laser operating at a 1064 nm wavelength, a specific setting that allows it to distinguish between diseased and healthy tissue and target only what needs to go. The device features seven variable pulse durations, which function like different settings on a single instrument. This means the same laser can be used gently to eliminate bacteria during a laser cleaning or more intensively to reach deep within infected periodontal pockets during a full LANAP procedure. No scalpels, no sutures, and no bone grafts are needed. The laser energy then stimulates the body’s own healing response to regenerate the structures around the tooth.
What to Expect as a Candidate for LANAP
LANAP with the PerioLase is generally indicated for patients with moderate to severe periodontal disease, particularly those with pocket depths of 4 mm or greater. A thorough evaluation with detailed periodontal charting is always the right first step to determine whether this treatment fits your situation. Patients who tend to be strong candidates often share one or more of the following characteristics:
- Measurable bone loss: Patients who have already lost bone support around one or more teeth may see the greatest benefit from the regenerative outcomes LANAP makes possible.
- Tooth mobility: Teeth that have begun to shift due to reduced attachment are a strong indicator that bone loss has progressed to a point where regenerative treatment is worth exploring.
- Prior treatment without lasting results: Patients who completed conventional therapy but did not see adequate improvement may find that the PerioLase addresses the disease at a deeper level.
- Preference for less invasive care: Patients who want an alternative to traditional cut-and-stitch surgery often find that LANAP offers a far more comfortable path to the same goal.
- Gum inflammation, bad breath
Every patient is different, and we take that seriously when building a treatment plan.
Save Your Teeth With Dental West NYC
At Dental West NYC, we believe that keeping your natural teeth is almost always the right outcome, and every technology we use reflects that belief. Dr. Leora Walter chose the PerioLase because the science supports it, and because it gives patients a genuinely less invasive path to healthier gums and stronger bone. We also want to make your visit as comfortable and worthwhile as possible, which is why new patients receive a complimentary fluoride treatment with their cleaning.
If you are managing gum disease or have concerns about bone loss, we would love to walk you through your options and put together a plan built around what you actually need. Reach out to our team online to book your visit.
