How do lasers help in dentistry?
Several lasers have been developed specifically for dentistry, allowing your dentist to work extremely accurately. • The CO2 and diode lasers are used to cut soft tissues • The Erbium: YAG laser cuts and shapes hard tissues (enamel) • NdYAG laser precisely and efficiently helps us treat your periodontal disease without scalpels and sutures. Lasers are used in 4 kinds of procedures: • Whitening teeth – they speed up the action of the whitening gel • Removing decay – they vaporize the bacteria • Hardening bonding material – they speed up the hardening or curing • Periodontal work – they reshape the gums and remove and destroy bacteria Overall, lasers reduce the need for anesthetics, speed up procedures, reduce bleeding, reduce the risk of infection, and shorten healing time. More laser dentistry FAQs Light up your smile with innovative smile solutions from Dr. Lachot and Dr. Loo. Visit us today for your complimentary dental health consultation.
