Laser Dentistry
The field of laser dentistry has revolutionized the way we look at dental treatments. LASER or Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation was made available for dental procedures in 1989. It makes dental treatments more precise, less invasive, and hence more comfortable. Practitioners of laser dentistry take a special training course to gain the skills and precision required to operate laser guns.
Which Dental Issues Can Be Treated Better With Laser Dentistry?
- Tooth discoloration
- Tooth sensitivity
- Gum hyperpigmentation
- Gum contouring
- Tooth decay
- Root canal infections
- Damaged nerve tissues
How Is Laser Dentistry Better Than Traditional Dental Procedures?
- Lowers the need for sutures
- Reduces the need for anesthesia
- Reduces the risk of bleeding
- Reduces the risk of infections
- Prompts faster healing and tissue regeneration
- Causes less stress to the surrounding tissue
- Allows removal of benign tumors from your oral region in a minimal or non-invasive way
Laser also helps the doctor get a better view of what’s inside your teeth and gums so that they can plan the treatment better. Unlike traditional dental procedures that are loud and bothersome for children, laser procedures are quite quiet, ideal for those who get anxious about dental procedures.
When you are seated at the dentist’s chair, laser procedures will look almost similar to regular dental procedures but without the loud drilling noise or any uncomfortable vibration. Post surgery, you will be prescribed a small course of medicine since recovery is nearly hassle-free. Pain, redness, or swelling are rarely experienced afterwards. But if any, they can be easily managed with cold compression and the prescribed medicines. However, an important part of the recovery process is optimal oral hygiene.