Using LANAP Laser Therapy for Gum Disease

At Downtown Dental in Los Angeles, California, we know it is important to maintain a healthy smile free from periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, which is also known as gum disease, is an infection that can reach different stages, causing irreversible damage. This infection can result in diseased gum tissue that needs to be removed and recontoured after the condition has been controlled. We are pleased to offer a solution that does not require cutting the tissue and provides improved comfort. This treatment is known as LANAP laser therapy and is available at Downtown Dental.

What is LANAP laser therapy?

If you have gum disease, you may benefit from LANAP laser therapy with Dr. Mungcal, of Downtown Dental. LANAP, or Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure, is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgery for treating gum disease. The laser technology doesn’t require traditional scalpels or cutting and helps to remove infected tissue while leaving healthy tissue intact and promoting faster healing time. As a result, patients often report less discomfort and swelling compared to traditional surgery.

What are the benefits of LANAP periodontal treatment?

Not only does LANAP laser therapy offer improved comfort for our patients, but it also offers several other benefits. This cutting-edge treatment allows for better access to hard-to-reach areas and improves the overall health of the gums. It can also help to prevent bone loss and maintain a stable foundation for the teeth, improving long-term oral health.

If you have been affected by periodontal disease, you will need to have diseased tissue removed and addressed for health and appearance purposes. Our team can assist with this advanced treatment protocol using high-quality lasers administered by trained and experienced professionals.

How do I learn more about LANAP laser therapy?

At Downtown Dental, we are dedicated to providing the latest advancements in dental technology for our patients’ comfort and successful treatment outcomes. Schedule an appointment with us today to see if LANAP laser therapy is appropriate for you. Call 213-863-9464 to request a consultation visit with Dr. Mungcal at 255 South Grand Avenue, Suite #204, in Los Angeles, CA.

Dr. Don Mungcal
Dr. Tara Mavadat
Dr. Ivan Chan

As the cornerstone and founder of Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal is a proactive and exceptionally talented dentist who is determined to contribute to the health and wellbeing of his community by attending to their dental care needs.

With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.

Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.

Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.

Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.

Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!

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Oral Cancer Screening Video

Every patient at Downtown Dental undergoes a thorough check for oral cancer and other dental health issues. This video shows how it’s done.

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Here at downtown Dental, we take oral health and cancer screenings very serious. This month is November and it’s the month of oral health cancer awareness and screenings. Every patient we examined thoroughly, we look and we check their lips, tongue and we check for any abnormalities or bumps. At home you should also check to make sure that everything looks okayLeava is going to demonstrate what in oral health cancer screening is and what we examine. So, we first start off by checking all the lips. We make sure that the lips look healthy and that we palpate them, which is touching them and making sure that there’s nothing anormal. Then we go into the mucosa and check the cheeks. We’re going to look and check the hard palate as well as the soft palate. This might tickle a little. We checked the posterior of the tongue. Do you, Viola, go ahead and say, aaaaaa. We check the lateral sides of the tongue. Go ahead and sit your tongue showed up great. And we also check the floor of the mouth. Get the tongue to the roof of your mouth. Good all clear. Oral cancer is especially important to check the patients who are smokers, alcohol drinkers and we thank you for watching the video.