Laser Therapy

An introduction to lasers at the dentist’s office

Lasers have numerous medical applications. Dentists like Dr. Ahmed can direct the laser toward damaged areas of the mouth to perform many conventional treatments in a way that supports optimal outcomes and utmost patient satisfaction. The energy from the laser non-invasively removes or reshapes both hard (teeth, bone) and soft (gums, oral mucosa) tissues. It can also be used to sterilize areas such as the periodontal pockets that form between the teeth and gums due to progressive gum disease, and lasers effectively treat without ever touching the tissues!

The best in laser technology

At Pure Dental Care, Dr. Ahmed has also invested in a laser system that uses water to minimize the generation of heat from the laser beam. This characteristic of the Waterlase® system helps to ensure the safest and most comfortable treatment. In general, lasers present an appealing alternative to cutting. Since they are non-invasive, laser treatments are generally well tolerated by most patients without the need for numbing anesthetics to ensure comfort.

Additionally, avoidance of “triggers” like cutting tools (scalpels) and needles makes laser dentistry a welcome therapy for many individuals with dental fear and anxiety. It is truly transforming the way dentistry is perceived. Due to how lasers are designed, they also promote efficient treatment (we can do more in less time) and healthy and fast healing and tissue regeneration. Thanks to the light-touch and precision nature of Waterlase®, post-treatment swelling, bleeding, and tenderness are minimized. Utmost healthy tissue is also preserved for the most conservative and low-risk procedure possible. Patients appreciate spending less time in the treatment chair (and in recovery) and more time enjoying their new, healthy smiles!