What is Laser Dentistry? Simply put, lasers can replace both the drill and scalpel
for most dental procedures. Dental procedures are more comfortable both during
and after they are done.
Benefits for the patient include……
Benefits for the patient include……
- Less need for needles – Most fillings can be done without getting numb. Experienced laser dentists only give a shot for about 10-20 percent of the fillings they do. The majority of small to medium sized fillings are done needle free.
- Less use of the drill – The noise and feel of the high speed dental drill is one of the more unpleasant parts of the dental experience. Even numbed patients report a more comfortable experience without the noise and vibration of the high speed drill.
- Faster Healing Times - Laser procedures are less traumatic to mouth tissues so things heal faster than traditional techniques.
- Less Post-Op Pain – Patients consistently report a more comfortable post-operative experience when dental lasers are used for oral surgical and periodontal procedures
