Laser Dentistry

Dubai Cosmetic Surgery Clinic strives to redefine the dentistry experience, keeping the patient’s comfort and satisfaction in mind. Our cutting-edge laser dentistry solutions are efficient and precise. We use the contemporary approach in laser dentistry that guarantees striking results, all the while reducing associated pain and discomfort.

What is Laser Dentistry?

It is a branch of dentistry that uses a concentrated light beam to treat various dental conditions or improve the smile. Laser-assisted dentistry offers more comfortable alternatives to several conventional dental procedures involving drills and cuts to remove or shape tissues. This form of dentistry can treat hard and soft tissues to address several problems related to gums, teeth, and other areas of the oral cavity.

What Are The Types Of Lasers Used in Dentistry?

Laser dentistry is a category of procedures performed with different lasers. The two main types of lasers used here are hard tissue and soft tissue lasers.

Hard Tissue Lasers

As the name suggests, these lasers can treat hard tissues like tooth enamel and dentin. These lasers use an intense light beam that excites water molecules in the teeth to carve and trim their structure precisely. The process is relatively less painful than with a scalpel or drill. However, discomfort levels can vary based on the procedure and individual’s pain threshold. Hard tissue lasers can treat problems like tooth decay and help remove many kinds of dental fillings. They can also help with cavity prevention.

Lasers that treat hard tissue include

• Er: YAG (erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet) lasers.
• Er, Cr: YSGG (Erbium, Chromium: Yttrium-Scandium-Gallium-Garnet) lasers.

Soft Tissue Lasers

Soft tissue lasers use a concentrated beam of laser light to treat or manipulate soft oral tissues, such as gums. These lasers make tiny incisions to address various dental and oral problems or illnesses. The heat of soft tissue lasers can be used to cauterize small blood vessels, reducing post-treatment discomfort and swelling.

Lasers that are commonly used to treat soft oral tissues include

• Neodymium: Yttrium-Aluminum-Garnet (Nd:YAG) lasers.
• Diode Lasers.
• Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Lasers.

What Are The Uses Of Laser Dentistry?

Laser dentistry can help address the following issues

• Tooth decay.
• Gum disease.
• Hypersensitivity.
• Tooth discoloration.
• Gum Depigmentation.

Tooth Decay

Dental lasers can be used to treat tooth decay and cavities. Not only can these lasers remove the decayed portion of the tooth, but they may also prepare the enamel for a dental filling.

When directed at the affected part of the tooth, these lasers kill the problem-causing bacteria as well as remove the decayed portion. This eliminates the need for using a scalpel and drill, making the overall process less invasive, more comfortable, and safer than conventional procedures. However, it is not always a complete replacement for the traditional drill-and-fill method, so a combination of both techniques may sometimes be required.

Gum Disease

Dental lasers can effectively manage gum disease by removing the diseased gum tissue. A dental specialist directs a narrow, intense light beam to the diseased gums. The laser can be configured to target superficial and underlying inflamed gum tissues, including those surrounding the tooth’s root. This method is effective for moderate to severe gum disease.

Hypersensitivity

Lasers can quickly reduce acute and long-term pain in the tooth by reducing its sensitivity. When directed at the exposed dentin, these lasers seal off the microscopic tubules that transmit sensations to the nerves. Although this treatment can be a bit costlier than topical desensitizing solutions, it offers immediate results for longer durations.

Tooth Discoloration

Laser-assisted teeth whitening treatment mainly involves applying a whitening gel(bleach) to the teeth, and exposing them to laser light. This light activates the gel, which penetrates the tooth’s enamel and breaks up both extrinsic (surface) and intrinsic (internal) teeth stains responsible for discoloration.

Gingival Pigmentation

Sometimes, gum tissues become darkly pigmented, affecting the aesthetics of a smile. These gums can be targeted with a laser that reduces their melanin content by ablating melanocytes (melanin-producing cells). This process is called laser gingival depigmentation, which can lighten dark gums to a pinker shade.

Laser Dentistry For Children

Laser dentistry is safe and effective for children as it can treat many of their hard and soft tissue problems and is less painful than traditional methods. Lasers can help treat a variety of pediatric dental and oral issues, including

• Tongue ties
• Non-erupting teeth
• Tooth decays
• Inflamed tooth pulp

Benefits of Laser Dentistry

Laser dentistry offers numerous benefits over traditional dentistry practices, such as the following

• Laser-assisted dental procedures cause less pain and discomfort.
• These procedures lead to quicker recovery.
• They have a reduced risk of infection.
• These treatments are incredibly precise when manipulating tissues.
• They cause minimal bleeding, depending on the tissue being treated and the practitioner’s expertise.
• They can help reduce the need for sutures.

What is Waterlase, and what is it used for?

Waterlase utilizes the latest laser technology to perform dental procedures, such as decay removal, gum lifting and reshaping, and many other hard tissue and soft tissue procedures. This laser system combines air, water, and laser energy to treat dental and oral tissues.

Our Surgeon

Dr Sofia Aravopoulou

General Dentist, Implantologist, Dental Lasers Specialist

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When it comes to laser dentistry in Dubai, you should be careful while searching for a dentist to get any kind of dental treatment. Dubai Cosmetic Surgery Clinic is one of the best clinics that offer laser dentistry in the UAE. We use low-level laser therapy to provide you with the best experience. This procedure has minimal downtime and faster healing. You can consult with our dentists to discuss your dental issues and clarify your queries. Our surgeons will analyze your gums and teeth during this session and will guide you about the best suitable treatment. Fill the form below and one of our staff members will get back to you as soon as possible.