Medicine for the 21st Century
Dr. Paris is proud to offer highly specialized laser therapy and gum-lift treatments. Remarkable new laser treatments make dental procedures faster, more efficient and more comfortable than previously experienced. Laser surgery is one of the most advanced methods of providing comfortable oral care if provided by a qualified practitioner.
Lasers utilize a beam of concentrated light to remove areas of infection or tooth decay with great precision. They are pain-free and vibration-free and generally eliminate the need for anesthetics. The laser also sterilizes the affected area and seals off blood vessels, minimizing the chance of infection or bleeding.
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Lasers have been used on teeth and gums since their invention in the 1960's. In 1997, the FDA approved the use of a new laser that treats soft tissue problems, approving it later for treatment of tooth decay, calling it "medicine for the 21st century." Today lasers are being used successfully in dentistry all over the world.
In the hands of a skilled, specially trained dentist, lasers are considered safe. Because dental lasers have settings that include low-wattage, they are appropriate for treating the delicate tissues of the mouth. In addition, the controlled heat and light of the laser destroys many bacteria and viruses found in the mouth without causing damage to adjacent tissues.
To have successful results with a laser procedure requires thorough determination of contributing factors and a customized treatment plan for each individual patient. Achieving the desired results from a laser treatment requires not only choosing the correct laser, but also having the laser treatment performed by a thoroughly trained dental specialist.