Ask Your General Dentist About Laser Dentistry

Lasers tend to sounds like something straight out of a movie, but thanks to modern technology, cosmetic and general dentists can now use them for a variety of dental treatments. These lasers offer precision, efficiency, and comfort to treatments that didn’t offer these benefits before. The least amount of trauma is achieved with these lasers, also allowing high precision and quick healing times in between. This type of treatment is just in it’s emerging stages, and as dentists begin to learn how to use them and introduce them to their office, it is best to keep up with the times and make sure you know the best possible treatment for you.

How are Dental Lasers Used?

Dental lasers are not just used for one kind of treatment, but can offer a wide array of general and restorative dental procedures. Lasers are most usually used to perform the following procedures or treatments:

• Cavity detection
• TMJ treatment
• Tooth sensitivity treatment
• Gum tissue reshaping
• Root canal cleansing
• Tooth restoration curing
• Periodontal treatment

Of course, when discussing dental lasers with your dentist, be sure to ask for any other options that may include laser treatment.

What are the Benefits of Laser Dentistry?

Dental laser benefits all depend on the procedure in question and the professionalism and expertise of the dentist performing the procedure. In short, some of the benefits associated with dental lasers include:

• Reduction of blood loss
• Greater precision
• Minimization of postoperative pain
• Control of swelling
• Less anesthesia need
• Reduction in trauma

Talk to your dentist today to find out if dental laser treatment is the right choice for you. If you’re in the Chino, CA, area or it’s surrounding communities, don’t hesitate to give us here at Ramona Dentistry a call to schedule your first appointment!