A few Midtown practices now advertise laser dentistry as an add-on service. At Dental West NYC, on Central Park West near Columbus Circle, it’s built around one specific device and credential: the PerioLase MVP-7, the only FDA-cleared device for LANAP, a laser protocol aimed at regenerating bone, not just cutting tissue.
Common Assumptions About Laser Dentistry
Any Laser Marketed for Dentistry Does Roughly the Same Thing
Not quite. Lasers vary widely by wavelength and intended use. The PerioLase MVP-7 is cleared specifically for LANAP, a protocol most general lasers aren’t cleared to perform.
Laser Treatment Is Just a Gentler Version of the Same Surgery
For gum disease specifically, LANAP is aimed at regenerating lost bone and attachment, not only removing diseased tissue the way traditional gum surgery does.
It’s Mainly a Cosmetic Upgrade
Some laser applications here are cosmetic, such as gum recontouring, but most, including gum disease treatment, pocket disinfection, frenectomy, and canker and cold sore relief, are functional, clinical uses.
What We Treat With Lasers
- Gum disease and pocket disinfection through LANAP, targeting the bacteria and diseased tissue below the gumline.
- Gum recontouring for an uneven or excess gumline, reshaped with more precision than a scalpel allows.
- Canker and cold sore relief, easing pain and speeding healing for these lesions. More on our canker and cold sore treatment page.
- Frenectomy, releasing a restrictive lip or tongue tie with minimal bleeding and a short recovery. Details on our frenectomy page.
Are You a Candidate?
That depends on the specific concern, determined at an exam with imaging only when clinically necessary. Dr. Walter will tell you plainly whether laser treatment, the traditional approach, or a combination fits your case.
What Affects the Cost
Cost depends on which procedure you need and how much tissue is involved. A single frenectomy is a smaller case than full-mouth LANAP for advanced gum disease. Dental West NYC is fee-for-service and out-of-network with all insurance plans, so you’ll see a written, itemized estimate before treatment starts, and we prepare your claim so you can pursue out-of-network reimbursement.
Ask About Laser Gum Treatment
Every cleaning also includes a complimentary fluoride treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LANAP, specifically?
A laser protocol performed with the PerioLase MVP-7, the only FDA-cleared device for it, aimed at regenerating bone and attachment lost to gum disease.
Is laser gum treatment covered by insurance?
We’re out-of-network with all plans. You’ll get a written estimate and we’ll prepare your claim for reimbursement.
Can a laser treat a lip or tongue tie?
Yes, via frenectomy, typically with minimal bleeding.
Does laser treatment hurt?
Most laser procedures are well-tolerated, often with little or no anesthesia needed and less bleeding than traditional instruments. Your specific experience depends on the procedure.
How long does a laser gum treatment appointment take?
It varies by how much of the mouth needs treatment. Dr. Walter will give you a realistic time estimate once she’s evaluated your case.
Are you accepting new laser dentistry patients from Midtown West?
Yes, at our Central Park West office near Columbus Circle.
Also see Dental Implants, Prosthodontist, Emergency Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, or the Midtown West hub page.
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