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Laser Dentistry is perhaps one of the most revolutionary advances in modern dentistry. A laser is essentially a beam of highly concentrated light energy, which is extremely efficient and produces very little heat. Laser dentistry is a minimally invasive alternative to traditional scalpel methods that require sutured closures, making them ideal for oral surgery. Because lasers allow for pinpoint accuracy they rarely affect surrounding tissues, cauterize as they cut for less bleeding, and immediately sterilize the treatment area.
Laser surgery adds precision to common treatments and has multiple applications in dentistry include:
- Curing (hardening) of dental materials
- Scanning teeth to detect decay
- Vaporizing decay and prepping teeth for fillings
- Activating whitening gel
- Treating gum disease
- Re-contouring gums
- Cleaning root canals
- Cauterizing incisions and fusing tissues
- Repairing lesions
- Biopsies
Laser dentistry provides an increased comfort level during procedures for many patients, so much so that anesthetic injections are often not needed. Ridgfield Perfect Smile Center will discuss your options for treatment and let you know if laser dentistry is a good choice for your procedure. As always, questions are not only welcome, they are encouraged so feel free to contact us for more information.
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