Several Upper East Side practices already advertise laser dentistry. Dental West NYC, across the park at Central Park West, treats with the PerioLase MVP-7 — the only FDA-cleared device for LANAP, aimed at regenerating lost bone in gum disease rather than only removing tissue.
Could Laser Treatment Work for You?
- Do you have gum disease that hasn’t fully responded to a regular cleaning? LANAP may be worth discussing.
- Are you dealing with a recurring canker or cold sore? Laser treatment can reduce pain and speed healing.
- Is a restrictive lip or tongue tie a concern? A laser frenectomy is typically a minimal-bleeding option.
- Is your gumline uneven or asymmetric? Laser recontouring reshapes it with more precision than traditional methods.
If any of those sound like your situation, it’s worth an exam — Dr. Walter will confirm candidacy and whether laser treatment, the traditional approach, or a combination fits your case.
What Is Laser Dentistry?
Laser dentistry uses a focused beam of light energy instead of a scalpel or drill for certain soft-tissue and gum procedures. For LANAP specifically, the laser passes between the gum and tooth to remove diseased tissue and bacteria while encouraging the bone and attachment underneath to regenerate — rather than cutting the gums and stitching them back the way traditional periodontal surgery does.
Getting Here
Patients from the Upper East Side typically cross via the 66th, 79th, or 96th Street transverse, with the M66, M79, or M96 bus connecting to Central Park West near the 1, A, B, and C trains.
What Affects the Cost
Cost depends on which procedure applies and how much tissue is involved — a frenectomy is a smaller case than full-mouth LANAP for advanced gum disease. We’re fee-for-service and out-of-network with all plans, so you’ll see a written estimate before treatment starts, and we prepare your claim for out-of-network reimbursement.
Ask About Laser Treatment for Your Gums
Every cleaning afterward includes a complimentary fluoride treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the PerioLase MVP-7 different?
It’s the only FDA-cleared device for LANAP, aimed at regenerating lost bone and attachment.
Does insurance cover laser gum treatment?
We’re out-of-network with all plans; we prepare your claim for reimbursement.
Is laser treatment more comfortable than traditional gum surgery?
For most patients, yes — less bleeding, often no sutures, and typically an easier recovery than conventional gum surgery.
Can a laser treat a lip or tongue tie?
Yes, via frenectomy, typically with minimal bleeding and a short recovery.
Do you use lasers for cosmetic gum reshaping too?
Yes — laser gum recontouring addresses an uneven or excess gumline with more precision than traditional methods.
Are you accepting new laser dentistry patients from the Upper East Side?
Yes, a short crosstown trip via the 66th, 79th, or 96th Street transverse.
Read more on our full laser dentistry page, or return to the Upper East Side hub.
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