{"id":86,"date":"2019-05-25T07:40:11","date_gmt":"2019-05-25T07:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/?p=86"},"modified":"2020-10-08T06:39:28","modified_gmt":"2020-10-08T06:39:28","slug":"laser-dentistry-what-is-laser-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/laser-dentistry-what-is-laser-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"Laser Dentistry: What is Laser Dentistry?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>What is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a>? If you\u2019ve never heard of this innovative type of dental care, now is the time to learn. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laser dentistry<\/a> is a minimally invasive option when you\u2019re facing gum surgery, cavity treatment, or other oral issues. Discuss your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser surgery<\/a> options with one of our dentists today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Laser Dentistry: An Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medical professionals use lasers, which are extremely focused light beams, to alter or remove tissue in small amounts. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laser surgery<\/a> is not limited to dentistry, but many people have never heard of laser dentistry before having it done. Dentists use lasers in a variety of procedures involving the inside of the mouth, be it to remove overgrown tissue, to reshape the gums, or to whiten teeth. Sometimes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a> is ideal for children who become anxious or afraid when having dental work done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Laser Dentistry Can Treat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most issues <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a> treats are related to the gums. Some of these include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Canker\n     sore and cold sore pain treatments.<\/li><li>Treating\n     root canal infections.<\/li><li>Treating\n     gum disease.<\/li><li>Removing\n     gum inflammation.<\/li><li>Gum reshaping.<\/li><li>Biopsies.<\/li><li>Exposing\n     wisdom teeth.<\/li><li>Removing\n     throat tissue that causes sleep apnea.<\/li><li>Regenerating\n     damaged nerves.<\/li><li>Removing\n     benign oral tumours.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Benefits of Laser Dentistry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentists choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a> because of distinct benefits that make the procedures go more smoothly, and also reduce discomfort and healing time for patients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Patients\n     are less likely to require sutures<\/li><li>Anesthesia\n     may not be necessary<\/li><li>The\n     laser will sterilize the gums, making infection less likely<\/li><li>Less\n     damage to gums shortens the healing time<\/li><li>Patients\n     lose less blood than traditional surgery<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/720-X-320.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/720-X-320.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/720-X-320-300x133.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Happens During Laser Gum Surgery or Other\nDentistry?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you come for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a> appointment, you might be surprised to discover that the process is very similar to other dentistry appointments, like tooth fillings. You receive anesthesia, though it might not be as much as you\u2019re used to receiving. Some patients who experience anxiety might receive a sedative, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During\nthe procedure, you won\u2019t feel any vibrations or discomfort from the laser like\nyou do from the drill. Any bleeding that occurs gets wiped away, just like\nbefore. Your mouth will be propped open as the dentist works with the laser to\ntreat your issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Post-Operative Expectations<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve\never had gum surgery done without a laser, you can expect that your\npost-operative experience after laser dentistry will likely be smoother. Because\na laser causes far less bleeding than a scalpel, don\u2019t expect the site of your\nsurgery to bleed very much when you get home. You won\u2019t have an open, bleeding\nwound the way you would with a scalpel procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\nshould still follow cleaning and care instructions to the letter, you\u2019re less\nlikely to get an infection. You also won\u2019t typically experience the pain and\ndiscomfort associated with scalpel surgery because your post-op irritation is\nlikely to be minor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Types of Lasers Used in Dentistry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The two main types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lasers dentists<\/a> use during laser procedures are hard tissue and soft tissue lasers. Each laser uses a different wavelength that makes it appropriate for cutting into that specific type of tissue. This works because each kind of tissue absorbs wavelengths of light in different ways. By altering the light\u2019s wavelength (and sometimes pulse) scientists have figured out how to craft lasers with light wavelengths compatible with the tissues in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hard Tissue Lasers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A hard\ntissue laser is used primarily for your teeth. The wavelength of one of these\nlasers cuts through both water and bone, specifically the calcium phosphate\nthat\u2019s in your bones and your teeth. These lasers can very accurately cut into\nyour teeth, removing small amounts for shaping purposes or in preparation for\nprocedures. Hard tissue lasers are used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Detecting\n     cavities.<\/li><li>Dealing\n     with tooth sensitivity.<\/li><li>Preparing teeth for dental fillings.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Soft Tissue Lasers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The soft\ntissue lasers use a light wavelength that hemoglobin and water absorb easily.\nHemoglobin is the molecule found in blood, which makes soft tissue lasers ideal\nfor gum work. Some soft tissue lasers are diode lasers, which is a type of continuous-wave laser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These lasers are ideal for cutting into soft tissue and sealing the exposed blood vessels at the same time. This is the reason you don\u2019t bleed very much during laser dentistry and why healing is quicker after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">laser dentistry<\/a>. Soft tissue lasers are great for cosmetic procedures because you can begin to see results right away. Soft tissue lasers are used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Lengthening\n     crowns.<\/li><li>Dealing\n     with restricted tongue movement.<\/li><li>Reshaping\n     the gums to create a more pleasing smile.<\/li><li>Removing\n     folds in oral soft tissues caused by dentures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re having laser gum surgery or hard tissue work, expect an easier procedure and a shorter recovery time. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/laser-treatment.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Laser dentistry<\/a> is a convenient solution to many oral and dental problems, whether serious in nature or simply cosmetic. Ask your dentist about laser dentistry the next time you need dental work completed. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What is laser dentistry? 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