At Parkside Dental, we make a point to use state-of-the-art dental tools, techniques, and technologies. Advances in modern dentistry are almost constant, and we want to pass the benefits along to you, our patient. Soft-tissue lasers are one such example.
What is a soft-tissue laser? Soft-tissue lasers are ultrasonic scalers that make cleaning the teeth more effective and comfortable. Scaling (or scraping plaque away) by hand can be uncomfortable for patients, particularly when there is a lot of plaque to remove. These lasers work by using high-frequency, ultrasonic sound waves that effectively vibrate the tartar and plaque off the teeth.
The 3 Biggest Benefits of Soft-Tissue Lasers
Below are three great reasons to ask about soft-tissue laser options at your next dental appointment.
1. Treatment is so gentle that anesthetic is rarely needed. When a soft-tissue laser is used to clean teeth or treat gum disease, patients are pleasantly surprised by how little discomfort they feel. In fact, patients who are usually afraid of the dentist appreciate this treatment the most!
2. Its fast! That’s right, you can expect your cleaning or gum disease treatment to go very quickly when a soft-tissue laser is used in place of traditional methods.
3. Gums often heal and reattach to the tooth root much faster when a soft-tissue laser is used for scaling. Since soft-tissue lasers remove tartar both above and below the gum line more easily than hand scaling, they promote the quick healing of the gums.
Ask About Our Soft-Tissue Laser Options
Soft-tissue lasers offer an effective, safe, and extremely comfortable alternative to traditional methods of teeth cleaning and gum disease treatment. We can often get more work done in one visit, and do it more effectively using modern dental tools like soft-tissue lasers.
If you’re interested in having your teeth cleaned or gum disease treated in one comfortable visit, contact us today. We are excited to help you on your way to a healthy smile.