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Am I a Candidate for Laser Dentistry?
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is the most common cause of tooth loss among adults. Treating gum disease used to require traditional scalpel surgery, but today you can have your gums treated and rejuvenated with laser surgery instead.
At Lancaster Dental Care Associates in Lancaster, California, Dr. Kamran Saidara and his multidisciplinary dental team offer laser surgery to treat periodontal disease for better results and faster healing times.
Periodontal disease: the basics
Periodontal disease starts out as gingivitis, an irritation and inflammation of your gums. You might notice your gums seem tender after brushing, or that you spit out a little blood after flossing.
Periodontitis happens when gingivitis isn't addressed with better oral health care. Your gums can get very red, swollen, and painful, and pull away from your teeth. You can end up with abscesses and even a bone infection in addition to loose or lost teeth if you don’t act.
Laser gum surgery
Laser gum surgery can treat periodontal disease by “vaporising” infected gum tissue, reshaping your gums around your teeth, sealing up pockets that provide a place for infection to fester, and evening out your gum line.
In contrast to traditional surgery, there’s little to no bleeding during the procedure, and you won’t need nearly as much pain medication. Afterward, your gums will heal quickly, and your smile will be camera-ready in no time.
If you have severely infected gums and you’re scared of going to the dentist, you needn’t be. Dr. Saidara walks you through the entire process of laser dentistry and explains your condition and how he can fix it before you make your surgical appointment.
Candidates for laser dentistry
The preciseness of the laser and its ability to target only infected tissue plus the rapid recovery time make it an attractive option for many people struggling with severe periodontitis.
Genetics or lifestyle habits can make you more likely to have periodontal disease. Risk factors for periodontitis include:
- Aging
- A family history of gum disease
- Tobacco use (cigarettes, vapes, or chewing tobacco)
- Poor at-home oral hygiene habits
- Lack of regular bi-annual cleanings from a qualified dental practitioner
- A medical condition like diabetes
If you see your dentist promptly at the first signs of gum disease (gingivitis), you may be able to avoid periodontitis. If you end up with full blown periodontal disease, laser dentistry can resolve your issues and restore health to your gums.
If you’re interested in learning more about laser dentistry for gum disease, call our office at 661-215-8130 or request an appointment online today.
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