Laser Dentistry
Laser Dentistry for Aliso Viejo and Laguna Hills
With the inclusion of laser dentistry into our Aliso Viejo
dental practice, we offer our patients a higher standard of care. Laser
dentistry involves light, which is amplified with radiation emission. This
scientifically proven technology focuses light into a tiny point, allowing us
greater precision in our work. Laser dental treatment produces less bleeding
and swelling than conventional tools, and has a sterilizing effect on the tissues.
Several advantages come from laser dental treatment. This
technology allows conservative treatment, due to the precision of localization,
and a higher degree of safety. Laser technology gives us more control during
procedures, as we are able to adjust the power, exposure time, and the size of
the area we are treating.
Specific advantages include:
- Decreased need for sutures
- May eliminate the need for local anesthetic
- Decreased bleeding, and encouraged clotting
- Decreased risk of bacterial infection
- Minimal impact on soft tissues
- Faster healing, with less pain than may occur in traditional procedures
Laser dentistry may be suitable in a number of situations.
Some of the common laser dentistry procedures offered by Dr. Patel include:
- Crown lengthening
- Soft tissue debridement
- Release of frenum
- Implant access
- Oral biopsies
- Tissue control during orthodontic treatment
- Treatment of cold sores