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After the early 60s when the lasers were invented, they were investigated for their use in the dentistry.

Years have passed and developments were made so in our days it is possible to use lasers effectively and safe on the dental chair.

A laser is a high –tech devise that generates concentrated energy in the form of a light beam. This energy is transferred in your mouth through an optic fiber to help the treatment of all soft tissues and hard tissues including gums, teeth, cavities, apthae, herpes etc.

It is not radioactive but simply amplified light.

Treatment that can be done with Laser

• Fillings
• Treatment of gingivitis
• Treatment of periodontitis
• Treatment of apthae ulcers and herpes
• Sensitive teeth
• Root canal treatment
• Cysts
• Surgical

Advantages of Laser in fillings

• Sterilization of the cavity
• Excellent retention of the filling without any retention grooves
• Perfect sealing between filling and tooth
• Injection rarely necessary

Laser and Gingivitis
Laser kills the bacteria that cause gingivitis. The treatment is painless and can heal the gums in 2-3 visits.

Laser and Periodontitis
The treatment is short and painless avoiding the surgical methods that usually are painful and with many postoperative difficulties. In very progressive state of periodontitis laser can be used in combination with any other surgical method. Combining the two methods we get the best result with excellent prognosis.

Laser and Root Canal treatment

Laser can kill the bacteria that might be in the root canals. By killing and actually sterilizing the canals, it prevents the formation of a cyst or abscess.

In cases where cyst is present or an inflammation on the apex of the root then by redoing the RCT and reaching inflamed area through the canal, we can cure inflammation without any surgical procedures involved. The whole procedure is very comfortable and painless for the patients.

Are Lasers dangerous?

In the hands of a skilled specially trained dentist, lasers are very safe. In fact the primary safety factor used during laser treatment is proper protective eye wear. Dental Lasers are very low powered, which is essential for treating the delicate tissues of the mouth.