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Laser Dentistry

Laser dentistry is very adaptable and is becoming increasingly crucial in a variety of regular dental procedures. Laser dentistry is most frequently linked with cosmetic procedures, although it is also useful for preventative care.

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Many conventional dental procedures have been replaced in recent years by laser dentistry, which provides more precise and painless procedures. In this more modern method of dentistry, a dental laser projects powerful light beams. Soft tissue contouring and removal are only a few of the numerous procedures that dental lasers can be used for.​

Laser dentistry was approved for use by the general public by the FDA in 1990. Since then, a lot of dentists have started using dental lasers in routine treatments to cut down on bleeding, anxiety, and recuperation time following treatment. The beauty of dental lasers is that they significantly lessen the amount of surrounding tissue damage than conventional methods, which results in less pain and discomfort.​

Other advantages of laser dentistry include the following:

  • quicker tissue regeneration and repair.

  • more of the natural tooth is preserved.

  • hemorrhage was decreased both during and after treatment.

  • decreased demand for anesthesia

  • less need for sutures and stitches.

  • lowered danger of bacterial infections following surgery.

How can I benefit from laser dentistry?​

Laser dentistry is very adaptable and is becoming increasingly crucial in a variety of regular dental procedures. Laser dentistry is most frequently linked with cosmetic procedures, although it is also useful for preventative care.​

Here are a few applications for dental lasers:

  • Tooth whitening

  • Changing soft tissue shape

  • Frenectomy

  • Removing tumors

  • Whitening\sBiopsy​

How are laser treatments carried out?​

To cure various ailments, various dental laser kinds have been developed. The best usage of each laser is determined by the wavelength of light it emits. The most popular dental lasers are diode and carbon dioxide lasers, which are typically used to address soft tissue issues. After taking X-rays and performing a thorough examination, the dentist will decide which kind of laser is best to use.​

The eyes will be protected by special glasses because the laser beam is so bright. The dentist will next delicately dissolve the fragile tissue, firm the filling, or whiten the teeth while aiming the beam at the damaged area.