Laser dentistry uses lasers to help treat various oral health issues, including tooth decay and gum disease. The lasers used at Wesley Yemoto DDS help patients with effective, pain-free, quick, and convenient treatments. Since laser treatments are relatively painless, many patients prefer them over traditional treatments involving drills and other tools.
One such treatment is periodontal therapy. If a patient suffers from periodontal disease and needs treatment, the laser can treat the infected areas and seal them off from further infection. This can help patients avoid surgery such as flap procedures and grafts that often come with more discomfort and a longer recovery time. Less pain means a faster healing time for patients as well. Other common treatments with laser technology include cavity preparation, teeth whitening, and crown lengthening procedures.
How Does Laser Dentistry Work?
Laser dentistry makes precise incisions without damaging surrounding tissues or teeth. It’s gentle enough to work on soft tissue and robust enough for hard tissue. Many dentists use lasers for endodontics procedures such as root canals. Some patients benefit from using lasers for other treatments like gum surgery. When a laser is used for oral surgery, it can be a great patient option for minimizing pain and discomfort during or after treatment.
Incisions are tighter because lasers seal the blood vessels as they cut, preventing bleeding and swelling. Patients typically experience less pain during the procedure as well as during recovery. Bleeding is also reduced because it cauterizes as it goes. Post-surgery infections are also less likely because the bacteria in the mouth can’t enter an open wound as quickly as they can with a scalpel incision.
The precision of laser treatments makes them a perfect choice for many dental procedures. Laser dentistry is a popular choice for treating gum disease because it’s both practical and comfortable for patients. It’s also beneficial for orthodontics because it helps make more precise cuts in more complex tissue than many traditional methods can.
The Benefits of Laser Dentistry
- Less discomfort during procedures
- Reduced bleeding and swelling after procedures
- Faster recovery times
- Improved precision of results
- Less risk of infection
- Fewer visits to complete the treatment process
- Treatment of gum disease
- Reduction of tooth sensitivity due to the procedure
- Improvement in the appearance of your smile after treatment
- Ability to treat more areas with the laser than you would be able to with traditional tools
Many patients can return to normal activities shortly after their treatment is complete! To learn more about laser dentistry, visit Wesley Yemoto DDS at 4860 Cherry Avenue #F, San Jose, CA 95118, or call (408) 266-9957.