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LAPIP

Saving Failing Implants,
Encouraging Regrowth & Regeneration

Welcome to W. Eric Martin, DDS, PC in Champaign, IL, your family dentist.

We are located at 403 West Windsor Road, Champaign, IL 61820.

The LAPIP Protocol:

Highly Effective & Minimally Invasive

Improved Implant Health

Developing an infection in the vicinity of a dental implant can result in tissue deterioration and compromise the stability of the implant-supported restoration. Opting for LAPIP treatment can facilitate the restoration of lost tissue, ensuring a stronger foundation and a more vibrant, healthier smile.

Greater Comfort

When contrasted with conventional approaches to address peri-implantitis using scalpels, LAPIP offers a more comfortable experience, both during the procedure and during the healing process. This state-of-the-art laser technique can rejuvenate implant health without the need for incisions or sutures.

Quick, Effective Treatment

LAPIP treatment usually takes only one quick appointment, with minimal recovery time. On the other hand, conventional peri-implantitis can require surgery, possible bone grafting, and in some cases implant removal.

Dr. W. Eric Martin

“Dr. Martin is an excellent dentist and is surrounded by a talented team of professionals who can address nearly any dental issue. This is a state-of-the art operation where the latest technology is being used to optimize dental health. Preventative measures also are emphasized so as to diminish the possibility of more serious problems from developing in the future. I am 100% satisfied with the treatment I receive and feel fortunate to be a patient at Dr. Martin’s clinic.”

George F.

Dr. W. Eric Martin

The LAPIP protocol utilizes the unique PerioLase® MVP-7™, an Nd:YAG free running pulsed laser requiring specific knowledge and skills derivative of the LANAP protocol.

The LAPIP protocol:

  • Allows removal of only diseased tissue without removing any healthy tissue
  • Eliminates the infection
  • Helps maintain the height of the tissue around implants
  • Minimizes pain and discomfort to patient
  • Closes the periodontal pocket wound to allow healing to take place

To you, the patient, this means:

  • Protect implant investment
  • No cutting
  • No bone grafting
  • No stitches
  • Less pain
  • Less tissue removed
  • Less recovary time
  • Less bleeding
  • Less swelling

Treatment Procedure

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A. Periodontal probe indicates excessive pocket depth

B. PerioLase® MVP-7™ laser energy selectively vaporizes bacteria, endotoxins, and diseased tissue; and removes titanium corrosion contaminants in soft tissue around implant

C. Ultrasonic scaler tips remove debris from implant

D. Bone is modified to release stem cells

E. PerioLase MVP-7 finished cleaning pocket, stimulates natural growth factors, and aids in sealing pocket closed so new germs cannot enter

F. Healing of gums to clean surface occurs

G. Bite trauma is adjusted

H. Regeneration of bone around implant

LAPIP can help protect your implant investment.

  • Stop progression of disease
  • Destroy bacteria causing inflammation
  • Save healthy gum tissues
  • Encourage new bone growth
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Peri Implantitis

Save your dental implant Peri-implantitis treatment
Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory reaction (infection) that causes the loss of bone around a dental implant. When bone no longer supports an implant, the implant becomes loose and will need to be removed.
What is peri-implantitis?
Peri-implantitis is an infection occurring around a dental implant. Gums may be red, inflamed, or receding. This infection causes bone loss and eventualloss of the implant itself.
What is the difference between peri-mucositis and peri-implantitis?
Both are an infection around the implant;
peri-mucositis is the early stages of the infection and does not involve bone loss. Peri-implantitis is the progression of the infection that includes bone loss.
What happens if I don’t treat peri-implantitis?
If you chose not to treat the infection around your implant, it will continue to progress and destroy the bone. The implant will become loose and may ctually fall out; the infection can spread to the teeth around the implant.
What causes peri-implantitis?

Just as there are many causes of gum disease, there are many causes of peri-implant infections including poor oral care and excessive force. Risk factors include medical issues such as diabetes, steoporosis, and a poor immune system. Smokers and patients with an initial diagnosis of gum disease are at higher risk of implant loss.

Simple treatment. Amazing results.

  • Most patients need just one appointment
  • Less pain and more comfortable healing than other surgical options
  • Kills bacteria without harming healthy tissue
  • Minimizes gum recession for a confident smile
  • 100% natural – no foreign materials or growth factors used
  • Safe for medically compromised patients, those on blood thinners or those with diabetes

Periolase® Mvp-7™ built for your health

The PerioLase MVP-7 is the only dental laser specifically designed for better periodontal health. The unique wavelength targets the bacteria that cause gum disease for minimally invasive, highly effective treatment.

Call W. Eric Martin, DDS, PC in Champaign, IL at 217.355.9997 to schedule an appointment today!

Your local general dentistry practice: 403 West Windsor Road, Champaign, IL 61820.

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