Laser Surgery
An exciting new form of dental technology is changing the way dentists and the patients used to view dentistry. You may be aware of the use of lasers in cosmetic dentistry,but laser dentistry is also enhancing many types of dental surgeries for the patients comfort and convenience.
Dental laser surgery uses a beam of intense light to correct the dental problems. The energy produced by the laser actually "cuts" away the tissue on which it is concentrated on. Dental lasers remove bacterias and infections then clean the area in preparation for the restoration usually in less time and with less irritation than a dental drill. Laser surgery often means less discomfort, an easier recovery and that to in fewer or shorter appointments than most conventional dental treatments.
Lasers have several uses for dental surgery. Some common types of dental laser surgery include are as follows but are not limited :
Dental Cavities
Dental lasers are not only used to remove the teeth decay but can also "cure," and harden, composite resin fillings. Some lasers are also beneficial in detecting the cavities.
Endodontics
The laser melts away the infection within the teeth's root without any need for drills or files. Lasers also clean the sensitive tubules of the dentin better, removing more bacterias and reducing the possibility of a failed root canal.
Gum Surgery
Laser periodontal therapy remove the infections below the gum line and reshapes your gums. This innovative treatment has significantly minimized the recovery period often associated with gum disease treatment.
Dental Abscess
Dental lasers can be used to open and drain the dental abscess.
Biopsy
Laser surgery has been used to remove small amount of tissues to check for oral cancer, eliminating the need of knives or invasive surgical procedures.
Lesions
Dental lasers can also remove oral lesions and minimize the discomfort of cold sores and canker sores.
Advantages:
- There's no "whirling" sound of the drill. In fact, lasers don't make any sound .- These Dental treatments are performed in less time, reducing the length of your appointment.
- Dental lasers often minimize the discomfort associated with dental surgery, reducing the need for local the dental anesthesia.
- Less of your healthy teeth structure is removed during dental cavity preparation.
- The dental laser seals off blood vessels, minimizing the possibility of bleeding gums and eliminating the need of stitches.
- Lasers cleanse and serialize the area better, reducing bacterias and other irritants.
- The possibilities of post-surgery complications, including swelling, infections and pain, are significantly reduced.
- Patients report that less post-treatment healing time is required with the dental laser surgery.
- Laser surgery is an excellent option for those who suffer from dental problems.
