{"id":195,"date":"2019-08-27T17:32:55","date_gmt":"2019-08-27T17:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/?p=195"},"modified":"2019-08-27T17:32:55","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T17:32:55","slug":"agawam-dentist-laser-dentistry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/2019\/08\/27\/agawam-dentist-laser-dentistry\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Benefits of Using Lasers for Dentistry"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"DentalWhen it comes to dentistry and other fields dedicated to improving health, technology<\/a> has made a huge difference over the years. One tool that every modern Agawam dentist should have is a soft tissue laser; in many cases, it can make surgeries and other procedures that traditionally use metal tools far more comfortable and efficient. Here are just 5 of the benefits of having a laser in a dental office.<\/p>\n

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1. Greater Precision<\/h2>\n

Some procedures will require your dentist to remove small amounts of gum tissue. When traditional tools are used, sometimes more tissue is removed than is actually necessary. A laser is far more precise in comparison and can avoid inflicting unnecessary damage. For example, if you\u2019re suffering from gum disease, only the diseased tissue needs to be removed; the healthy parts of the gum can be left alone. Furthermore, smaller incisions mean less healing time and less of a need for stitches afterwards.<\/p>\n

2. Less Bleeding<\/h2>\n

As gum tissue is removed, blood vessels underneath are affected as well and start to bleed. The energy from the laser will cauterize these vessels while the procedure is being performed, meaning there will be less blood during and after the treatment. Needless to say, this makes everything far more convenient and pleasant for both the dentist and the patient!<\/p>\n

3. Less Discomfort<\/h2>\n

Increased precision ultimately leads to less pain during the surgery. This can help people who suffer from dental anxiety control their worries while they\u2019re getting the treatment they need. (Many also find the lack of sound or vibration associated with dental drills to be soothing). In some cases, a laser can even make anesthesia unnecessary (though there are still some circumstances where it will be required).<\/p>\n

4. Reduced Risk of Infection<\/h2>\n

Many dental surgeries carry the risk of infection afterwards because they leave an opening in the gums for bacteria to enter. However, the energy from the laser will sterilize the surgical site, killing any bacteria in the area.<\/p>\n

5. A Versatile Tool<\/h2>\n

In addition to treating gum disease, lasers have several other uses, such as:<\/p>\n