Laser dentistry is a relatively new form of treatment used by oral healthcare professionals. Its easy-to-use devices and comfort-focused approach allow dentists to create a more enjoyable experience for each patient. But how effective are they? Why are traditional scalpels and sutures being replaced with soft tissue lasers? Keep reading to discover three unique benefits this innovative technology provides.
They Can Be Used to Treat Gum Disease
Bacteria that attack the gums can burrow deep into the smallest areas of the mouth, making it difficult for traditional instruments to conduct a thorough cleaning. However, with a soft tissue laser, your dentist can target diseased and infected tissues more precisely, leaving all healthy areas untouched.
The concentrated beam of light zeroes in on the problem area, removing any existing bacteria so that the mouth can heal swiftly and without an extensive recovery.
They Create a More Comfortable Patient Experience
Unlike traditional scalpels and sutures that require anesthesia, cutting, and stitching, soft tissue lasers deliver the complete opposite – patients can enjoy a more comfortable approach.
When moving the laser across your gum tissues, the laser treats the area while also cauterizing it, reducing the amount of bleeding and swelling. This allows for a reduced recovery time after treatment is complete.
Also, soft tissue lasers are also known to sterilize the treated area, so the risk of infection significantly decreases.
They Help Patients with Dental Anxiety
Some patients may fear visiting the dentist because of the more traditional methods and techniques that were used on their teeth as a child. Thankfully, dentistry is a continually evolving field, delivering new solutions, methods, and technologies that make receiving dental care more enjoyable.
By using a soft tissue laser, your dentist can provide a form of treatment that requires no drilling, pain, or vibrations. Instead, the laser’s ability to vaporize bacteria without making any noise makes it possible for nervous patients to feel more at ease throughout treatment.
Not to mention, most patients need little if any anesthesia beforehand because of how quickly and precisely the laser works.
With the help of a soft tissue laser, you can experience a more comfortable approach to gum disease treatment and enjoy a healthier smile without prolonged recovery.
About the Author
Dr. Joanne Bancroft has been practicing dentistry since 2003. Earning her dental degree from the State University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine in 2002, she attended a General Practice Residency at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. Providing laser dentistry to her patients, she possesses the advanced training needed to use soft tissue lasers to treat gum disease. If you want to avoid scalpels and sutures to treat your gums, contact us at (720) 458-6561 to learn more!