LAPIP® for Failing Implants - Tampa, FL
Save Your Failing Dental Implants with LAPIP®
State-of-the-Art Laser Treatments to Protect Your Dental Implants
Dental implants are a reliable way to replace missing teeth with very high success rates.
While rare, complications can happen that lead to implant failures in some cases, especially if the implant develops a type of gum disease called peri-implantitis. If you’re struggling with inflamed, bleeding gums or bone loss that’s putting your dental implants at risk, Westchase Smiles Institute is here to help with LAPIP laser treatment for failing dental implants in Tampa, FL.
What Causes Failing Dental Implants?
- Peri-implantitis (infection around the implant)
- Poor oral hygiene
- Smoking or tobacco use
- Uncontrolled diabetes or systemic health conditions
- Insufficient bone support
- Excessive bite forces or grinding (bruxism)
- Poor initial implant placement
A Different Approach to Saving Dental Implants
Unlike traditional surgical approaches, LAPIP in Tampa, FL, is a minimally invasive treatment designed specifically for peri-implantitis. It utilizes laser energy to remove diseased tissue and bacteria, eliminating the need for gum cutting or sutures.
This technique enables faster healing and reduced post-operative discomfort compared to conventional surgery. Most importantly, LAPIP not only removes infection but also stimulates bone regeneration, giving failing dental implants a second chance at long-term success.
Benefits of Laser Peri-Implantitis Treatment
- Minimally invasive, no cutting or stitches
- Targets and removes peri-implantitis bacteria
- Helps regenerate lost bone and tissue
- Preserves and stabilizes your existing dental implants
- Less pain and downtime compared to traditional surgery
- High success rate in treating failing dental implants
What Is the LAPIP Process?
We begin with a thorough evaluation to identify signs of peri-implantitis and assess the health of your dental implant. Using advanced imaging and precision measurements of the gum pockets, Dr. Cesar Chilmaza will determine the extent of your infection and bone loss. This step enables us to create a personalized plan to restore the stability of your implant.
Before starting your treatment, we’ll numb the area to ensure a completely comfortable process. Then, we’ll insert a tiny fiber, about the width of three human hairs, into the pocket between your implant and gum tissue. This fiber delivers laser energy directly to the infected area in a similar process to laser gum disease therapy for natural teeth.
With the PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser fiber in place, Dr. Chilmaza will precisely remove infected tissue and vaporize harmful bacteria that cause peri-implantitis. The first application of the laser uses a wavelength that is absorbed by the darker disease-causing cells while reflecting harmlessly off healthy cells. That means we can completely eradicate the source of infection and inflammation without unnecessary harm.
After vaporizing bacteria and diseased tissue, we’ll clean contaminants out of the implant pocket. To do this, we’ll use specialized ultrasonic instruments to break up any physical buildup on the implant and flush debris out of the pocket. We’ll also modify the surface of the bone tissue to encourage it to fuse to the implant post.
With the pocket completely clean and free of debris, we’ll apply the laser a second time at a lower intensity than the first application. This setting stimulates healthy cells to produce a sticky clot, which will protect the site as it heals. It also stimulates bone cells, triggering bone regeneration that will stabilize your implant as it heals.
Once the clot has formed, we’ll gently compress the gum tissue against the implant post. This creates a seal that prevents bacteria from re-entering the site, maintaining cleanliness and sterility throughout the healing process. Healing after laser peri-implantitis treatment is relatively fast and comfortable, with minimal downtime. We’ll provide full instructions for how to care for your healing implant.
Over the next several months, the bone tissue surrounding your implant post will begin to regrow and provide the necessary support. Your follow-up visits provide us with an opportunity to closely monitor your progress and make any adjustments required to ensure the best possible outcome. We’ll keep your implant strong and healthy long-term with ongoing care so you can enjoy a strong smile for years to come.
Protect Your Smile Investment with Advanced, Gentle LAPIP Treatment
At Westchase Smiles Institute, we believe everyone deserves a strong, complete smile. We also believe in providing care that prioritizes your comfort. LAPIP offers a proven and predictable way to reverse peri-implantitis and regenerate lost bone volume, saving failing dental implants in Tampa, FL, without surgery.
With flexible financing solutions and comprehensive care under one roof, we’re here to protect your investment in your smile so you can eat, speak, and live with total confidence.