What is Laser Gum Treatment?

Laser gum treatment is a type of gum disease treatment that involves using lasers to disinfect the gums, remove bacteria, and reshape the gums. Unlike traditional methods of gum treatment, laser gum treatment is much less painful. This is because lasers kill bacteria and reshape the gums without dry or cutting the gums.

Laser gum treatment is the gum disease treatment of choice for many people. For one, it is far less painful than traditional gum treatment. It is also fast, painless, and results in minimal bleeding. The gums will be sterilized and any plaque or tartar will be removed. Laser gum treatment also results in minimal recovery time.

How Painful is Laser Gum Treatment?

Laser gum treatment doesn’t cause pain. In fact, most patients report feeling nothing at all during treatment. The laser simply kills the bacteria on the infected gum tissue, eliminating the source of irritation. In fact, most patients report feeling nothing at all during treatment.

What to Expect After Laser Gum Treatment?

After laser gum treatment, it’s important to follow every dentist’s instructions for recovery and care. This includes following good hygiene practices, including brushing and flossing regularly.

It’s also important to avoid certain activities until your dental professional says it’s okay. For example, avoid chewing on hard or crunchy foods, like raw vegetables, or opening packages until your dental professional tells you it’s okay to do so.

If you experience pain after laser gum treatment, you should contact your dental professional as soon as possible.

What is Scaling and Root Planing?

Scaling and root planing is a deep-cleaning procedure that removes all plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line. Scaling and root planing is usually recommended to treat gum disease.

Is Tooth Extraction Painful?

If you’re worried that tooth extraction will be painful, don’t be. Your dentist offers various options for anesthesia that will curb your discomfort, and after the procedure, your dentist will provide you with recovery kit that includes pain medication.

Is Dental Implant Surgery Painful?

Dental implant surgery is painless and does not hurt. Local anesthesia will be used to numb the area. If you are anxious, we can prescribe anti-anxiety medication. We can also give you a sedative.

Your intravenous sedation will block pain sensations. It will put you into a deep sleep. You will not be able to feel any pain.