Over the past two decades, lasers have become a common part of modern dentistry, replacing the whine of the traditional drill with a gentler experience. Their ability to precisely target a treatment area makes them versatile tools that benefit both patient and dentist. Here are five reasons we use them.
Dental lasers address a wide range of issues, from teeth whitening to treating gum disease and canker sores to reshaping gums. We use a hand-held diode laser for soft-tissue conditions and restorative work, targeting only the affected area so healthy tissue stays intact.
With periodontal disease, the goal is to stop it before it costs you teeth. When gum treatment or surgery is needed, a laser addresses the problem while reducing bacteria and toxins and speeding healing.
Using a diode laser makes many procedures far less invasive than traditional surgery, which often means less need for local anesthesia.
Lasers cause less swelling and bleeding, so you tend to heal faster. Because the laser cuts and seals tissue at the same time, it helps prevent excessive bleeding.
Because dental lasers produce little heat and no electrical current, they are a good option for patients with pacemakers who cannot undergo electrosurgery, and they can be used safely around implants and orthodontic hardware.
Curious whether laser dentistry is right for you? Contact our office to learn more.
