At Rauchberg Dental Group, we are always eager to enhance the patient experience. We do so by providing empathetic, personalized care in a welcoming environment. We also use the latest technology to facilitate easy, precise, and effective treatments. Recently, we have added laser technology to our office. Would you like to learn more about this advanced tool and how it might change your dental care experience? This blog post provides some fascinating information.
An Introduction to Soft Tissue Laser Dentistry
A laser is a highly concentrated beam of light. Various types of lasers can be used for a wide range of purposes in many different industries. In dentistry, we often use devices known as diode lasers to operate on patients’ soft oral tissues. The specific device that we have in our office is called the Beamer STL 980. In many cases, it can completely replace an old-fashioned scalpel.
We can use the laser to perform several different treatments, including:
- Periodontal therapy. In many cases of gum disease, our laser can be used to kill harmful bacteria and removed diseased gum tissue.
- Gum recontouring. If you have excess gum tissue or an uneven gumline, we can use laser technology to reshape your gums and enhance your smile’s overall appearance.
- Lip and tongue tie release. If a thick or short band of tissue is restricting the movement of your lips or tongue, the laser can allow you to gain full oral mobility.
- Adjunct to restorative procedures. We can use our laser as part of numerous restorative treatments with the goal of helping you to enjoy improved oral health.
The Amazing Benefits of Soft Tissue Laser Dentistry
Lasers are the future of dentistry! Here are just a few benefits offered by this remarkable technology:
- Minimal bleeding. A laser automatically cauterizes the tissue that it cuts into, which minimizes bleeding and often eliminates the need for sutures.
- Enhanced comfort. Laser-based procedures tend to be much more comfortable than their traditional counterparts. In some cases, no local anesthesia is necessary.
- Faster, easier recovery. Often, patients enjoy reduced posttreatment discomfort and a faster overall recovery time than they would following traditional treatments.
- Sterilization. A laser effectively kills bacteria, which reduces the risk of infection to almost nothing.
- Precision. Lasers are very precise, so you can be confident that your healthy oral tissues will be as protected as possible.
Dental lasers are amazing! If you have questions about how the Beamer STL 980 might be able to make your next procedure as easy as possible, simply ask our team. We will be happy to speak with you!
Contact Rauchberg Dental Group Rauchberg Dental Group is proud to provide comprehensive oral health services for families in Parsippany. The general dentists and specialists on our team are proud to offer laser-based treatments to help patients enjoy the highest quality of care possible. If you have questions about the technology in our office or other aspects of our practice, get in touch with us at 973-718-9887.