There are a lot of tried and true dental procedures, technologies, and techniques, just as with other fields of medicine and science. However, in dental practices we are finding that laser dental procedures, although new, are the safest method of correcting dental problems. Laser dentistry has many other advantages as well.
Decreased bleeding
One of the harder parts of a dentist’s job is trying to control bleeding so that they can see what they are doing. The more blood, the more suction needed and the longer the procedure is likely to take. Laser dentistry cauterizes the small wound as it is made, decreasing bleeding and making the procedure easier and shorter.
Easily adjustable for severity
Most people ignore small dental problems until they become big expensive dental problems, but laser dentistry can even help these people. The lasers can be adjusted for each individual patient, customizing your treatment plan to meet your needs.
Short healing time
Anytime you get dental work, including gum treatments, you’re going to have at least some discomfort. However, the healing time for gum treatment assisted with lasers is significantly decreased, getting you back to what you do best.
Unparalleled Precision
The bottom line is that when you are working with a fine, focused, computerized laser tool, for periodontal disease treatment, you are able to be much more precise in the gum treatment than it would have been in the past. With an experienced dentist at the helm (controlling the device), you should be able to heal quickly.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Hilary Dalton, DMD, MS
Dr. Hilary Dalton owns Dalton Dental, a general and cosmetic dental practice in Tampa, FL. She is board-certified in Periodontology & Dental Implant Surgery and in Procedural Medicine in Aesthetics.
She also holds certifications in microsurgery, laser proficiency, Invisalign, master esthetic facial injector, PRP, and facial laser.
She graduated from Tufts University’s School of Dental Medicine in Boston with an award for Outstanding Leadership and Extraordinary Clinical Achievement.
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