Laser Dentistry Annapolis
March 25th, 2010 by wordpress
Laser dentistry offers greater safety and a sense of comfort to patients who might otherwise avoid the dentist. Safety can be found with precision treatments that allows focus on a specific area without damaging surrounding tissues. Comfort to patients can be found with minimized pain and recovery.
Whatever area is being treated, dental lasers emit light which produces quick pulses of heat energy. Depending on the type of tissue being treated, the dentist can use various wavelengths. There are also surgical lasers which provide for better accuracy and allow better conservation of bone and teeth.
There are a number of benefits to having laser dentistry work done. Some of them include:
• Minimal damage to surrounding tissue
• Tissue can be regenerated
• Faster healing
• Less chance of developing a bacterial infection (due to the high-energy beam sterilizing the area being worked on)
• Less bleeding (due to the high-energy beam aiding in the clotting of exposed blood vessels)
• Stitches and sutures may not be needed for procedures using soft tissue dental lasers
• Anesthesia is not needed for some laser dentistry procedures
Some of the specific types of work that can be done with laser dentistry include:
• Detection and removal of cavities
• Dental fillings
• Sealing of tubules which are responsible for teeth sensitivity
• Remove bacteria from periodontal pockets
There are also a number of soft tissue (gum) laser dentistry procedures that can be done which are safer and less painful, if not pain-free. In addition, procedures such as teeth whitening, nerve regeneration, removal of benign tumors, and even laser work on cold sores can be done. Those who suffer from TMJ can also find relief from pain and inflammation with a laser treatment.
Cavities can also be prevented with laser dentistry. Early decay can be detected with a lower-powered laser that locates tiny pits within the tooth’s enamel that can turn into cavities. These tiny spots can be covered with a clear sealant, which prevents cavities from developing.
If you are looking for a more innovative and precise technology in dentistry, then you want to choose a dentist that incorporates lasers into their procedures. Visit Smile Annapolis at: http://www.smileannapolis.com/laser.asp to set up an appointment with an expert in laser dentistry. They offer the Waterlase dental laser which can provide a number of benefits to dental patients.
