Laser dentistry is a vast area of dentistry that targets a number of dental problems using lasers.

It is a relatively recent area with a promising future. Laser dentistry is ideal for patients who have problems with more invasive pain and alternatives in dentistry.

Although laser dentistry is very effective and FDA approves of various treatments, its range of applications is still limited.

What is laser dentistry?

Laser dentistry is a particular field that relies on the use of lasers to remodel or treat many dental problems.

This is a more comfortable option for less painful treatment than other traditional treatments.

What does laser dentistry treat?

Laser dental treatment occupies an important place in various parts of dentistry. From aesthetic dentistry to therapeutic dentistry, it has many advantages and unique uses.

Laser Dentistry

Laser dentistry is an essential part of aesthetic dentistry as a whole. Here are the many applications of laser dentistry for aesthetic purposes:

1- Gingival aesthetics

Laser dentistry has the ability to correct gingival smiles. At Dentix, we use the laser to remodel the gums and give them a more aesthetic shape.

2- Teeth whitening

At Dentix, we also use lasers to accelerate the process of tooth whitening. Laser activates bleaching agents in the product and shortens processing time with better results.

3- Extension of crowns

We use laser dentistry at Dentix to adjust teeth, especially before laying the crown where it is necessary to remodel teeth for a better fit.

Laser therapeutic dentistry

Laser therapeutic dentistry involves the use of lasers for therapeutic purposes. These include several conditions such as:

1- Cavity detection

Laser dentistry and laser use are very effective in detecting caries. Even when they're in their early days.

2- Dental closures

Laser dentistry can make the removal of caries painless and effortless. With lasers, bacterial cavities can be easily and permanently eliminated without the need for local dental milling or anesthesia.

3- Dental sensitivity

Teeth sensitivity is a phenomenon where teeth do not support contact with cold or hot. Laser dentistry can treat dental sensitivity by sealing tubules found at the root of the tooth to treat sensitivity.

Laser Types in Laser Dentistry

There are two main types of lasers in laser dentistry, you have soft tissue lasers and hard tissue lasers.

Hard tissue lasers are lasers that can alter hard tissue. These include changing the shape of the teeth, repairing dental closures and cutting the teeth.

On the other hand, you have soft tissue lasers. They are perfect for treating gum deformation, stimulating tissue growth, closing exposed nerve endings, preventing bleeding, treating caries and killing bacteria.

The Benefits of Laser Dentistry

• With soft tissue lasers, you do not need to use connectors
• Stops bleeding by closing open vessels by stimulating coagulation
• No need for anesthesia in most laser dentistry procedures
• More precision and less damage to neighbouring tissues

Gaps in laser dentistry

• Lasers can easily work with many other types of lasers. But if you have metal closures, this treatment is out of the question.