Laser Dentistry
Filed Under Wellness Based Dentistry® |
We have been using lasers since 1992. In certain situations, our soft tissue laser removes excess gum tissue to prevent gum disease, as well as releasing tongue ties or other restrictive muscle attachments. It also recontours gummy smiles and enhances cosmetics.
The best part of the laser is that it is painless, with minimum discomfort and no bleeding. There is no “packing” or restrictions to your diet. It truly is a tool of the future in dentistry. If you get mouth sores, our lasers also alleviate the spread of herpes lesions and eliminate pain from apthous ulcers.
Worn edges of front teeth can be reinforced with the tooth-cutting laser. This slows down the wear and eliminates rough edges.
Our newest addition is the laser which is able to remove decay. Instead of the noise and vibration of the conventional drill, we now use the quiet, touchless laser to remove old white fillings and new decay. Most of the time there is not even a need for an anesthetic because it is so painless. However, this laser does have its limitations and cannot be used to remove old amalgam fillings.
Dr. Dana Colson
