Gentle treatment for San Juan Capistrano residents: How your dentist uses laser technology

Long, painful, dental appointments are becoming obsolete in today’s world. Modern technology, such as the WaterLase laser can deliver healthy, conservative care in a shorter time with better outcomes than ever before. Drs. Nina and Alex Basti have equipped their Mission Viejo office with cutting-edge technology to keep your smile dazzling and healthy, without the stress, discomfort, and hassle that you might expect.

WaterLase is a unique type of dental laser, which combines air and water to create a safe yet powerful stream. It acts as a cutting tool for both hard and soft tissue applications. The device initially earned FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) clearance for cutting tooth structure in 1998. In the years since, the device has been improved and refined, earning multiple additional FDA clearances for procedures including treatment of gums, teeth, and bone tissue.

WaterLase technology can replace the dental drill in many situations. It does not cause vibration, pressure, or excessive heat, which means that it typically does not cause pain. For treatment of soft tissues, it often replaces the traditional scalpel for a virtually bloodless, comfortable surgery and minimal healing time.

A few of the many procedures that utilize the WaterLase laser include:

• Preparing teeth for filling cavities
• Removing decayed tooth material (caries)
• Excavating pits and fissures prior to the application of sealants
• Taking biopsies to test for conditions such as oral cancer
• Exposing unerupted teeth
• Preparing a tooth for placement of a dental crown
• Gum disease treatment (gingivectomy)
• Gum contouring (gingivoplasty)
• Draining abscess pockets
• Debriding and cleaning the root canal
• Preparing a tooth to access the root canal
• Removal of infected periodontal tissue
• Much, much, more

Dental lasers, in combination with technology such as CEREC in-office milling, low radiation digital x-rays, and The Wand comfortable anesthesia delivery device result in an amazing level of dental care that you will have to experience to believe.

Call us at 949-427-2096 and schedule an appointment today. Our office is conveniently located in Mission Viejo, just a short drive from San Juan Capistrano. We are looking forward to giving you a reason to smile!