Laser Dentistry - Replace The Scalpel!

Laser Dentistry is a wonderful tool to easily and comfortably treat common dental problems:

1. Reshape what is know as a "Gummy" looking smile. This is important to many people
to improve the appearance of their smile.

2. Remove over grown (hyperplastic) gums which may occur after orthodontic treatment,
or as a side effect from taking medications like Dilantin. Over grown tissue is
difficult to keep clean. Gingivitis can occur in the enlarged gums. This problem
is very important to correct to maintain good dental health.

3. Tight tissue attachments under the tongue or between the upper front teeth are
common problems. The expression "Tongue Tied" refers to the short tissue
attachment under the tongue. When the attachment is free ease of speech and
moving food in the mouth can be much better. When there is a tissue attachment
between the upper front teeth (Central Median Diastema)the teeth present with a
large space in between them. Both problems are easily corrected.

4. The dental laser is an amazing tool for removing diseased tissue in periodontal
pockets. A periodontal pocket is caused from the loss of supporting bone around
the root(s) of a tooth. Bone loss is often caused by chronic poor dental health.
Also, the dental laser can be used to clean the roots of attached calculus/tartar.

The benefits of Laser Dentistry as compared to traditional techniques are amazing!
Reduced bleeding during surgery with consequent reduced operating time and rapid blood clotting often eliminates the need for sutures. Often the lack of the need for anesthetics and sutures, as well as improved postoperative comfort and healing, make Laser Dentistry particulary nice for very young to older patients.

The Silent Epidemic

Infections in the mouth can rapidly become life threatening! Bacteria travels from abscessed teeth and infections in the gums and bone tissues surrounding teeth to other vital structures like the carotid arteries, lungs, brain, heart, artificial joints and also crosses the placenta to developing babies. Infections and cancers in the head and neck need not move far to cause potential death. Low grade oral infections may be painless and go undetected yet become lethal. Pain is usually a late sign of chronic damage. Patients are not always aware of gum disease and tooth decay progressing to a point when teeth and or bone is lost. The importance of cleaning your teeth thoroughly every day and regular 6 month dental check-ups is very important! Exam and cleanings include screenings to find dental problems early. Don't ignore your dental health because it is key to keeping your general health.

Have you experienced or seen someone with a tooth ache in terrible pain or a grossly swollen face? This can happen very fast. The day before no symptoms may have been noticed yet the bacteria from the infection can travel to other parts of the body. Often wisdom teeth can flare up. Evaluation of wisdom teeth, even without pain or problem is highly recommended. The U.S. Surgeon General has called dental diseases "The Silent Epidemic." The care and health of your teeth and gums should not be under estimated.