We are always looking for new and improved ways of providing our patients with the best dentistry possible. One way that we do this is through laser dentistry.
Even though lasers have been used in dentistry since the early 90's they have certainly been enhanced and improved to handle more and more issues and to provide some pretty amazing smile benefits along the way. Laser dentistry falls into two different categories: Soft tissue and hard tissue applications.
Soft-tissue laser: Diode lasers can help with problems such as gum disease. For example, carbon dioxide lasers are able to safely and quickly remove damaged tissue caused by advanced periodontal disease while keeping healthy tissue intact. This laser is also able to target nerves and blood vessels.
Some soft-tissue applications include:
Reshaping gummy smiles
Crown lengthening
Repairing soft tissue defects and congenital abnormalities
Treating cold sores
Removing benign tumors
Removing tissue to treat sleep apnea
A faster healing time
Less post-surgical bleeding
Less pain
Anesthesia may not be necessary
Lasers are sterile, which means there is less chance for an infection
Lasers are extremely precise, so less healthy tissue has to be removed
Less likely to need stitches with laser treatment
Please call us for more information regarding our laser
703-743-2287
Gainesville Sunday Dental Care