This newer style of dentistry utilizes intense beams of light projected by a dental laser. Dental lasers can be used to perform a wide variety of treatments, including soft tissue shaping and removal.
The FDA deemed laser dentistry to be safe for public usage in 1990. Since then, many dentists have incorporated dental lasers into everyday procedures – reducing bleeding, anxiety and post-treatment recovery times.
Laser dentistry replaces drills and anesthesia for fillings. It also kills bacteria around the surgical site.
Dental lasers expose more of the natural tooth, reshape gummy smiles, and remove tissue folds from dentures.
When benign tumors have formed in the soft tissue areas of the mouth, a dental laser can completely remove them without causing pain.
Lasers can greatly expedite the tooth whitening process by increasing the activity of the particles in the peroxide bleaching solution.
Lasers are sometimes used to perform a biopsy on suspicious areas of soft tissue. This biopsy procedure can be performed instantly and with great precision.
Lasers can improve speech and the feeding habits of babies, children and adults by untying the tongue.
Different types of dental lasers are used for various treatments, with carbon dioxide and diode lasers being the most common for soft tissue procedures. After an examination and X-rays, the dentist selects the appropriate laser. Special glasses protect the eyes from the bright laser beam, which is then used to treat the affected area by dissolving soft tissue, hardening fillings, or whitening teeth. Laser dentistry is quicker, causes less discomfort, and reduces anxiety, though it can be more expensive. If you have any questions, consult your dentist.
