Exploring the Benefits and Versatility of Laser Dentistry at Desert Periodontics & Implant Dentistry
Lasers are a highly versatile technology at Desert Ridge Periodontics & Implant Dentistry. Our team in Scottsdale, Arizona, uses lasers to treat patients from across the greater Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Glendale area with everything from sensitive teeth to a “gummy” smile to advanced gum disease (periodontitis).
Why are lasers so versatile?
The energy from the laser may be used to remove harmful, disease-causing bacteria, heal damaged gums, promote the reattachment of the teeth to the gums, stop early gum disease from progressing, regenerate lost soft and hard tissues to treat advanced gum disease, and recontour and reshape an imbalanced gumline. So, it has many applications in both restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
How do dental lasers compare to traditional treatments?
Traditional treatments involve special dental instruments and manual techniques to cut, remove, and otherwise alter tissues. Dental lasers use light energy to trigger processes that destroy harmful bacteria, encourage clotting to heal the treatment site, and contour and reshape the gumline. This makes laser dentistry a non-invasive or minimally invasive alternative to conventional approaches. These traditional approaches involve using scalpels, cutting techniques, and sutures. As these conventional methods are more invasive, patients tend to experience more discomfort, bleeding, downtime, and recovery than those who undergo less invasive procedures (like laser dentistry).
Is laser dentistry right for me?
It depends on your needs and goals. If you don’t like the look of your gums and your mouth is otherwise healthy, we may proceed with cosmetic gingival recontouring. This procedure may also be done to get the most aesthetic result before implants are restored or after the removal of braces. We can restore or support the ideal level of gum tissue height and tooth exposure, so the overall appearance of your smile looks beautifully balanced.
You may also benefit from laser dentistry if your teeth are highly sensitive, especially when drinking or eating cold, hot, and sweet beverages and foods. In conclusion, lasers have a wide range of applications in periodontal and gum treatments. The specific treatment that is best for you depends on your needs.
What laser gum treatments can I benefit from?
If we discover early-stage gum inflammation or gingivitis, laser pocket disinfection may be suitable. At this stage, we can reverse the effects of gingivitis and stop the disease from progressing. LPD is often paired with scaling and root planing treatment, and with perio-maintenance therapy to prevent the recurrence of gum disease for those who have had it or remain vulnerable to future disease. For more moderate to severe gum disease, the LANAP® (Laser-assisted new attachment procedure) removes harmful bacteria from the pockets that harbor it between the teeth and gums. It also creates a stable fibrin/blood clot to protect the treated site, and encourages healing and regeneration of bone and tissue lost due to gum disease.
Why should I choose Desert Ridge Periodontics & Implant Dentistry?
Our investments in technologies like laser dentistry support the best treatment and experience at our Scottsdale, AZ office. Our team’s considerable expertise furthermore complements them. This includes the expertise of a specialist, Dr. Dan Indech, who is a board-certified periodontist. As such, he has acquired considerable advanced training in the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease as well as other conditions that affect the periodontium that supports your teeth in the jaw. Schedule an appointment to experience what sets us apart from other practices in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, and Glendale area. Call (602) 932-6297 today to speak with a member of our team.
At Desert Ridge Periodontics, patients benefit from the expertise of Dr. Dan Indech, DDS, a board-certified periodontist with more than 30 years of experience in periodontal care, dental implants, and laser surgery. Trained at leading institutions in Canada, the U.S., and Sweden, he has placed over 10,000 implants and is nationally recognized for his work in Implantology and LANAP® laser periodontal therapy.
Dr. Indech and the team deliver compassionate, evidence-based periodontal and implant care focused on long-term oral health and personalized treatment.
