Laser Dentistry

An amazing paradigm-shift is occurring in dentistry with a technology breakthrough that gives Dentists the capability to perform a wide range of hard-and-soft tissue procedures with improved patient outcomes, less trauma and reduced post-operative complication. This new technology greatly expands the scope of procedures a Dentist can offer their patients. Since its introduction in the field of dentistry in 1990, lasers have changed the overall perspective that people had towards their visit to the dentist. Lasers can be used as a safe and effective treatment option for a wide range of dental procedures and are often used in conjunction with other dental instruments. They can be precise and be used in an effective way to perform many dental procedures. Dental lasers can be used to: Reduce the discomfort of canker and cold sores Expose partially erupted wisdom teeth Manage gum tissue during impressions for crowns or other procedures. Remove overgrown tissues Perform biopsy procedures Remove or reshape gum and bone tissues during crown lengthening procedures. Help in disinfection of root canals. Speed up tooth whitening procedures. Help in post operative pain management Advantages of dental lasers are: Eliminates the need for anesthesia in some surgeries. Eliminates the sutures in some procedures. Faster treatment time. Faster recovery. Increased accuracy. Leaves more healthy gum tissue and tooth structure than some surgeries. Less discomfort.