Dental techniques and technology are becoming more advanced each year. One of the newer innovations in dentistry is the development of laser dentistry. Laser dentistry is the use of lasers to perform various dental techniques that once required the use of other tools, like scalpels or drills. This can result in more comfortable and effective treatments and many more benefits. Continue reading to learn about some of the benefits of laser dentistry.
Healing Times
Traditional dental tools are effective, but they can lead to longer healing times. Laser dentistry expedites the healing process. This is because as the highly concentrated beam of light comes into contact with soft tissues, it cauterizes them along the way. This means that you can get back to your busy schedule quicker.
Minimized Discomfort
Your dentist will always do everything in their power to make your treatment as comfortable as possible. However, there are some procedures that can leave you with some temporary soreness. Since laser dentistry doesn’t use sharp, hard dental tools, you can expect it to be comfortable. You might not even require a local anesthetic depending on the procedure you are undergoing.
More Precision
One of the amazing benefits of addressing dental issues with a laser is that there is a much lower risk of damaging the surrounding tissues. This is because lasers are incredibly precise. It ensures that all surrounding tissue can remain untouched.
Less Bleeding
Bleeding and swollen gums often follow soft tissue dental treatment. However, if a dental laser is used for your procedure, it will promote blood clotting, reducing the amount of bleeding that you experience when the procedure is complete.
Fewer Sutures
Many people dread the dissolvable stitches that can be uncomfortable during the healing process. The use of a laser encourages the blood in your tissue to naturally clot on its own. Because of this, there is less of a need for dental sutures. You can just let your body do the work. In addition to saving you money and discomfort, it also shortens your treatment time.
Ideal for Sensitivity
Are your teeth especially sensitive when you drink hot and cold beverages or when you brush your teeth? Approximately 1 out of every 8 adults has sensitive teeth. This means that laser dentistry could be an excellent solution for you! Laser dentistry can make certain procedures more comfortable for patients – especially those with sensitivity.
Dentistry has come a long way, and laser dentistry is something to take advantage of! If you are seeking wrinkle treatment, relief from TMD, gum disease treatment, or gum recontouring, treatment using a dental laser could be the ideal option for you!
About the Practice
At Dean Dental, sisters Dr. Stacy Dean and Dr. Jessica Dean work together to serve the Washington community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. They use the Waterlase™ all-tissue laser and Epic X™ diode laser to complete a variety of procedures at their practice. To learn more about laser dentistry or to schedule an appointment, visit their website or call (724) 204-5858.