What is a Laser?

A laser is a high tech devise that generates a tiny beam of very concentrated light. This beam of light brings energy into your mouth through a tiny fibber, to help remove areas of infection and remove gum disease around the teeth with great precision and accuracy.

The laser beam sterilizes the affected area and seals off blood vessels, which minimizes the chance of infection or bleeding. Patients are also much more comfortable during and after treatment with laser therapy. The need for local anaesthetic is reduced but it is usually used to make sure that you feel absolutely nothing during the treatment

Are Lasers New to Dentistry?

Shortly after the invention of lasers in the early 1960's, lasers were investigated for their use in gum treatment. Recent developments have made it possible to use lasers effectively in the dental office, for treatment of all soft tissues, including gums. Soon lasers will be used routinely for work on teeth and cavities also.


Are Lasers Dangerous?

In the hands of a skilled specially trained dentist, lasers are very safe. In fact the primary safety factor used during laser treatment is proper protective eye wear. Dental lasers are very low powered, which is essential for treating the delicate tissues of the mouth. In addition, the controlled heat and light of the laser destroys many bacteria and viruses in the mouth and inside periodontal pockets.

There are many benefits of laser dentistry. They include:

1. Faster healing.
2. Reduced risk of infection
3. Decreased Sensitivity.
4. Less time in the dental chair.
5. Less bleeding.
6. Less post-treatment discomfort

Is Laser Dental Periodontal Treatment For Me?

After thorough examination, it can be determined if the use of our laser is indicated for you. Apart from the fact that laser treatment is very gentle and quiet and heals with very little post-operative discomfort or bleeding, laser treatment may be very beneficial for the following situations:

Blood Thinners: If you are on anticoagulant or take aspirin every day and your MD does not want you to stop them, then laser treatment is beneficial because of the reduced chance of bleeding during treatment.

If you have high blood pressure and the use of Epinephrine is contraindicated, then laser treatment is for you.

If you are allergic or hypersensitive to Epinephrine, causing rapid heart beat whenever you get Novocaine, then the use of laser treatments beneficial, since Epinephrine is not necessary to be used.


Laser Gum Treatment

laser a "sophisticated heat beam." In fact, laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.

While that definition might mean something to someone with a scientific bent, to the layperson a laser simply means that certain things are done faster, with more precision and less pain.

And it's certainly true when it comes to dental lasers. Because of dental lasers, procedures such as gum treatments are easier for the dentist to perform and more comfortable for the patient to endure.



The Benefits of Laser Gum Treatment

most people don't know it, but about half of the population suffers from moderate to severe gum disease. Unfortunately, gum disease treatment is perceived as a painful procedure with a long recovery period, which makes people shy away from taking care of the problem.

Fortunately, laser gum treatment has changed that perception. According to the Academy of Laser Dentistry, with laser gum treatment:

There is a reduced need for anaesthesia

Bleeding is minimized

Swelling is controlled

There is less postoperative discomfort and faster recovery time



How Laser Gum Treatment Works

Lasers such as LaserSmile®, Waterlase®, DioDent™ II and PerioLase® are all designed to remove diseased tissue and help decontaminate infected pockets that form between teeth and gum.

A laser gum treatment generally includes four steps:

1. the laser is used to apply a small amount of light energy between the gum and tooth in the infected area.

2. The laser energy removes the diseased tissue on the inside of the pocket and helps reduce bacteria.

3. Tartar is then dislodged with the help of the laser and removed by using ultrasonic tools.
4. Finally, the laser is used to help seal the gum to the tooth in order to create a natural BAND-AID®.

Although more and more dentists are equipped to perform laser gum treatments, not all are. If you are diagnosed with gum disease, you'll need to verify that your dentist offers laser gum treatment.