Learn How Laser Dentistry Makes Dental Procedures Easier and Painless

We use laser dentistry to improve the oral health of our patients and to make their recovery time faster if a procedure needs to be performed.  Laser is the modern alternative to the traditional metal tools used by dentists.  These same metal tools have been used for decades with the process and results being the same.  We live in the technology world where you can access the Internet from virtually anywhere, cook food in seconds, and find information with the click of a button.  In this day and age there is no reason to visit a dentist that uses the same tools that were used on your parents.
In our office, we leverage technology to help our patients to have a more enjoyable dental experience that is free from pain and discomfort.  We like using lasers because there is no cutting involved no stiches, and less bleeding.  This makes it easy for patients to recover from a dental procedure.

Laser dentistry can be used for a variety of procedures.  One of the ways that we use a laser light is to remove bacteria from the gum pockets.  Typically, the bacteria would need to be scraped out which can be very uncomfortable.  With lasers, the bacteria are eliminated without any discomfort or heat.  Since our procedure doesn't use heat, there is no risk to the healthy gum tissue either.  Eliminating the bacteria is the first step in treating gum disease because it allows the body to naturally heal itself and the damage to be reversed.  If the bacteria are left alone, any other treatments will not be effective.

After the bacteria have been eliminated using laser light, an ultrasonic scaler is used.  With this device, sound waves break up tartar and plaque that are on and around the teeth. This is far more comfortable than using a metal dental tool to scrape off the plaque.  This step is also important for allowing the gums to heal.  Once the plaque has been broken up, we use the laser again to finish the cleaning process.  The benefit to our clients is that we never physically touch the teeth and gums with a tool.  The laser light and ultrasonic scaler can complete the entire treatment and do so in a non-invasive way that is entirely comfortable.  The results are a healthy set of teeth and gums which will allow for new bone growth.

If you want a non-invasive, painless gum treatment – visit our office.  We have been voted as a local favorite for gum treatment and specialize in these procedures.  This increases the likelihood of you receiving the results that you want, and your gums healing faster than if you visit a less experienced dentist.  Keep in mind that when you experience laser dentistry, you can have your gum disease treated but done so in a way that doesn't hurt, and there is little to no recovery time.

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Laser Dentistry Can Be Used to Treat Your Gum Disease

If you have gum disease, laser dentistry is the most comfortable way to treat it.  Gum disease is a serious condition that impacts most people during their lifetime.  In many cases, the irritation is temporary and mild, going away after having your teeth cleaned professionally.  This is the best case scenario and one of the reasons why it is so critical to have your teeth cleaned twice a year.

Those living with gum disease that do not have it treated quickly may begin to experience significant discomfort.  Common symptoms include red, swollen and bleeding gums.  In this initial stage (Gingivitis) the gums may feel sore or sensitive while brushing and eating but not significantly influence your daily activities.  This is the best stage to have the condition treated because we can treat it by cleaning on, around, and under your gums.

Laser dentistry enables us to use a laser to break up the plaque and tartar that have formed underneath the gums.  Once tartar is on the tooth structure below the surface, it is impossible to remove it with regular brushing or flossing.  Either a traditional dental tool needs to get under the gums to scrape the plaque and tartar, which can be uncomfortable or a laser can be used to break it.  The laser is a non-invasive solution that can complete the treatment without the need for an incision.  One of the other benefits of working with a laser is that the surrounding teeth and tissue won’t be irritated.  This means that you can recover from the procedure quickly and without the prolonged downtime that can come from deep cleaning the gums the traditional way.

Removing the plaque and tartar is the first step in treating infected gums, and it is extremely effective.  Once the tartar has been removed, the gums can start to feel healthy and rejuvenated.  Many of our patients find that after this procedure, their gums start to look normal again, and there is no need for further treatment.  This is the best case scenario and the non-invasive natural of laser dentistry, makes this a real possibility.  Once the gums do recover, the swelling decreases, and they are secured to the tooth; the risk of other issues like bone loss is eliminated.

If you have sensitive gums that are swollen or look like they are receding, you probably have some form of gum disease.  When considering whether or not to have it treated, think of how important your gums are to your oral health.  The gums surround the tooth structure and the root system in order to protect them.  When gum disease is left untreated, the gums will start to pull back from the tooth (recede).  As a result, the tooth structure and roots will be exposed and susceptible to being attacked by bacteria and acid.  This can lead to infections and even worse – bone loss.  Many people have experienced tooth loss as a result and thanks to laser dentistry; this is something that you can prevent with minimal effort.