Dentistry By Laser Light

Did you know lasers are used in modern dentistry? While laser dentistry is becoming more and more prevalent among dentists, the technology is still somewhat new and not yet commonplace in all dental offices.

The benefits of laser use in dentistry are manifold. The intense beam of light can cut like a sharp scalpel, sterilize, and cauterize the wound at the same time. Lasers can remove oral tissue or reshape it. Lasers are even used to whiten teeth.

There are different laser instruments used for different dental operations. The same laser tool that is used for surgery is not the appropriate kind to use for teeth whitening. Below are some other procedures where dentists use lasers:

-Exposing wisdom teeth that only come out part of the way.

-Burning tooth decay away to prepare a tooth for fillings.

-Expunging bacteria from teeth and gums with periodontitis.

There are no more danger or safety issues, in regard to the use of lasers for dentistry, than there would be with traditional dental tools. A properly trained dentist can use laser instruments in exactly the same way, and for the same procedures, that he does his previous dental instruments. Laser dentistry is completely safe. When properly trained, a dentist will use a laser the same way he would other dental instruments.

There are many advantages that laser dentistry has over more traditional methods. Anesthesia is not always needed when using lasers as many procedures are completely painless. With lasers sealing the wound, bleeding is much reduced. Also, dentists can be more accurate with a laser than a drill or other instruments.

Of course, laser instruments are not always the right choice for all dental operations. So, confer with your dentist to find out whether lasers are the best option.

If you are interested in laser dentistry, call Dr. Mitchell Olson for more information. Please contact Olson Dental Care to make an appointment at: 952-884-1308, or come by our office in Bloomington, Minnesota.