Our dentist in Pacific Beach uses state-of-the-art laser dentistry (near you) to keep patients more comfortable than ever! Some of the benefits of laser dentistry include the reduction of local anesthetic or numbing medication. Investing in laser therapy technology allows us to provide a minimally invasive, comfortable experience that’s unlike any other.
Solea Laser Dentistry in Pacific Beach
Today’s dental lasers can be used for a variety of different treatments. Most of which can be completed without local anesthetic injections. By eliminating the need for shots during dental appointments, you can put your mind at ease and complete the care you need while dental disease is still in its earliest stages. Since laser therapy is so precise and accurate, we can treat smaller areas with no anesthetic at all. Chances are the only thing you’ll feel is a bit of warmth in that specific location.
Types of Laser Dentistry Treatments
Drill-Free Dental Fillings — Dental drills are routinely used to remove decaying tooth structure. Depending on the size of your cavity, a laser may be a great alternative. Drill-free dental fillings are extremely comfortable and typically don’t require any numbing medication.
Tongue-Tie and Lip-Tie Correction — Tight strips of skin under the tongue and behind the lips can cause what most people refer to as a “tongue-tie” or “lip-tie”. Both conditions can alter your speech. In infants, a tongue or lip tie interferes with a baby’s ability to feed. Fortunately, laser therapy provides immediate relief and is extremely gentle!
Gum Recontouring and Crown Lengthening — Do you have a “gummy” smile? Perhaps your gum tissues are uneven, causing some teeth to look longer or larger than others. Maybe you need to have a dental crown placed, but the tooth is too short. In any of these scenarios, it may be possible to adjust the shape and margin of your gumlines with a dental laser.
Soft tissue recontouring involves reshaping the edges of your gums to create a symmetrical, attractive contour around those teeth. Cosmetic gum therapy enhances the appearance of your smile by changing the shape of your teeth, without adjusting your teeth at all!
Periodontal Therapy (for Gum Disease) — Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. While conventional deep cleanings are effective at managing symptoms and halting disease progression, they only go so far. Utilizing laser periodontal therapy means we can remove diseased tissues while leaving healthy ones alone. This process of treatment helps reduce the pocket depths around teeth, as it aids in tissue reattachment to the root of the clean tooth. Periodontal patients who have access to laser therapy typically see better results following their gum therapy.
Removing Growths or Gum Tumors — Sometimes gingival overgrowth from medication, or “pregnancy tumors” associated with hormonal changes can alter the shape of your gum tissues. Our Pacific Beach dentist can use the Solea laser to gently reduce the tissues at that location without any irritation or side effects. The results are immediate.
Benefits of Laser Dentistry
Using lasers in dentistry allows for:
- Faster recovery times
- More efficient procedures
- Reduced discomfort
- Minimally invasive therapy
Instead of using traditional or more surgical techniques to treat certain dental needs, the Solea laser is a great substitute. With lasers, the immediate tissue area is disinfected, allowing for improved healing times. There’s no need for sutures (stitches) or medically dressings. The lasers seal your tissues as the treatment is administered, significantly reducing inflammation and bleeding. Since there isn’t the typical swelling associated with a normal surgical procedure, you’ll get to enjoy the gentlest care process possible.
Laser treatments are safe for all ages and are preferred for minimally invasive types of procedures.
Call our Dentist in Pacific Beach
Looking for laser dentistry near you? Call Altrock Fabb Dental today to reserve an appointment.
