Today’s advances in dental laser technology have dramatically improved dentistry. Dental lasers offer you improved patient comfort, pinpoint accuracy and outstanding results for a whole host of procedures, including cavity treatment, cosmetic dentistry and treatment of periodontal problems. Best of all, a shot is rarely required and a drill is usually not needed.
Most dentists prefer to use the revolutionary Biolase Waterlase laser system, which received FDA approval for use in October 1998. The Waterlase is now the number one choice in dental lasers, with no other laser being implemented by as many dentists as the Waterlase for both hard-(teeth) and soft-(gum) tissue problems. Because this technology does not cause heat or vibration in the mouth, Waterlase can ease the pain and anxiety of patients who are fearful of drills and shots.
The many benefits of Waterlase laser dentistry:
• Replaces noisy, vibrating drills with laser-energized water, resulting in no microfractures that show up years later requiring the need to crown.
• Minimal or no anesthesia is required in most cases.
• Reduced time in the dental chair.
• Provides stronger bonds for composite and porcelain restorations.
• Offers faster healing time than conventional surgical techniques.
• Sterilizes as it works. It is used as a supplement to scaling, root planing and good oral hygiene.
• Can be used to treat both children and adults who don’t want a shot.
• Can be used to perform root canals, cold sore treatment, cosmetic recontouring, tartar removal, pocket depth reduction, biostimulation and more.
To learn more about Waterlase laser dentistry, call Dr. Peter Elloway to schedule your appointment at 661-259-8755.