Get the full range of benefits of laser dentistry which can assist in the treatment of teeth discoloration and decay. Lasers are used in cosmetic and restorative dentistry to achieve the best results. Dr. Ghina Morad uses lasers for greater precision. They reduce the need for drills, reduce bleeding in the gums, improve treatment success rates, and reduce the risk of infection.
Laser dentistry employs the use of lasers in dental treatments to achieve a more comfortable and effective treatment in both cosmetic and restorative procedures. Laser dentistry is typically split into two subcategories: standard hard tissue which consists of teeth treatments and soft tissue, which consists of treatments related to the gums. Schedule a consultation at the office of Dr. Ghina Morad today or stop by our office.
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We offer two specialized dental lasers: standard hard tissue and soft tissue lasers. Laser dentistry is typically split into two subcategories: hard tissue, which consists of teeth treatments, and soft tissue, which consists of treatments related to the gums. The hard tissue lasers can cut through the tooth bone and are most commonly used to shape the teeth for dental fillings or composite bonding.
Soft tissue lasers are often used to treat periodontitis. They seal nerve endings and blood vessels but are also able to deeply penetrate the tissue which absolves the patient of any pain and promotes faster healing.
By using the Picasso laser, our office can provide treatment with the ultimate precision. An advanced system of care, the Picasso laser operate by generating focused light energy to gently and precisely shape or remove the targeted soft tissue without affecting any adjacent areas.
By eliminating direct tissue contact as well as the pressure and discomfort typically associated with procedures involving a surgical scalpel, the Picasso laser minimizes the need for dental anesthesia. And, beyond providing more comfortable care, soft tissue lasers also offer excellent hemostasis to control bleeding during dental surgeries and facilitate quicker recovery and healing times with reduced amounts of post-operative swelling and scarring.
The DIAGNOdent® pen is a valuable diagnostic tool that aids in the detection of dental decay. Used as an adjunct to a comprehensive clinical examination and radiographs, the DIAGNOdent pen is especially helpful for identifying cavities that lay beneath the surface of the tooth, in the pits, fissures, and proximal areas. Using laser fluorescence to differentiate between healthy and decayed tooth structure, the DIAGNOdent pen is over 90% accurate in detecting early cavities. By facilitating the detection of cavities in their earliest stages, this precise and gentle technology helps to preserve the greatest amount of healthy tooth structure.
Soft tissue lasers consist of a laser beam that is absorbed by water and hemoglobin to remove soft tissue while cauterizing the cut to reduce inflammation and bleeding. The wavelengths of hard tissue lasers are absorbed by water and a mineral in the teeth. The laser measures internal fluorescence which can indicate tooth decay. Hard tissue lasers can cut through the teeth to reshape them.
There are many benefits of using dental lasers, including the following: treating ulcers, tooth sensitivity, whitening teeth, treating tooth decay, reducing the risk of infection, minimizing bleeding and swelling, and reducing the length of treatments as well as recovery time.
They can also assist in treating cavities, root canals, reshaping the gums and teeth, regenerating nerves, and even helping alleviate sleep apnea.