Soft Tissue Laser – Lakeville, MA

When you think of lasers, the first thing that you call to mind might be cat toys or science fiction movies. However, lasers also have numerous applications in modern day medicine and dentistry. Because our practice is committed to providing only the highest level of care for our patients, we have invested in a soft tissue laser. This precise tool offers numerous benefits and can even contribute to totally painless dentistry. Read on below to learn more about the soft tissue laser, how it works, and how it can enhance your experience in our office.

What Is a Soft Tissue Laser?

A laser is a highly concentrated beam of light. A dental soft tissue laser is specifically engineered to be used on the gums and other soft tissues in the mouth. Here at Southeastern Dental Care, we use this remarkable tool to perform a number of procedures, including:

• Gum disease therapy. The traditional way to treat gum disease is a procedure known as scaling and root planing. In some cases, surgery with a scalpel is even used. A soft tissue laser offers a less invasive way to remove harmful bacteria from the gums. It thus facilitates a faster recovery and more comfortable treatment than conventional treatment methods.
• Gum contouring. Do you have excess or uneven gum tissue that affects your smile’s appearance? Using a soft tissue laser, we can gently reshape your gumline to give you a picture-perfect grin.

Benefits of a Soft Tissue Laser

Our soft tissue laser offers numerous benefits. Here are some of the most outstanding ones:

• Lasers are excellent at killing harmful bacteria, which means that patients experience a lower risk of post-treatment infection.
• Minimal bleeding. During surgeries, the laser cauterizes the tissue as it moves. This can virtually eliminate bleeding, thereby contributing to a faster recovery time and a more sterile operating environment.
• Lasers are extremely precise and allow your dentist to ensure you experience optimal treatment results.
• In many cases, the use of a soft tissue laser can reduce or even eliminate the need for local anesthesia.
• A soft tissue laser may reduce overall treatment time.

How Can a Soft Tissue Laser Help Me?

Gum disease treatment and gum contouring are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to applications for laser dentistry. The FDA has approved soft tissue lasers for a wide variety of other procedures, including cold sore treatment, frenectomies, and more.

When you visit our team for a consultation, your dentist will carefully evaluate your mouth and make a personalized treatment recommendation. If a soft tissue laser will be used in your procedure, we’ll be sure to explain the details of how we’ll be using it and what you can expect while we are performing the service for you.

The soft tissue laser is just one example of the advanced technology in our office. To learn more about the tools we are using to enhance your care experience, contact our friendly team.