Laser Dentistry is the latest innovation in dental
treatment. Dental lasers are modifications of medical lasers that
have been in use since the 1960's and are a safe and effective
treatment for a variety of dental problems. Using a beam of concentrated
light energy, lasers can treat gum disease, de-sensitize teeth
, and even whiten teeth. The preciseness of the light energy,
directed exactly where it is needed, is a trait uniquely associated
with laser dentistry.
The beneficial effect of lasers has been confirmed
by years of research in medicine and, in the last ten years, by
researchers in dentistry. Particularly in the area of gum disease
treatment, lasers have been shown to be an amazingly easy and
effective tool to eliminate the need for conventional gum surgery.
In most cases when lasers are used, pain is either
eliminated entirely or significantly reduced as a result of the
lasers selective, precise control. With laser dentistry one of
the advantages is the need for minimal or no local anesthetic.
In addition, when performing many of the procedures
the laser also kills bacteria in the mouth. Laser treatment also
results in less bleeding, post-op pain, discomfort and less trauma.
Lasers also promote healing which minimizes any discomfort usually
associated with surgical dental procedures.