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Exploring Modern Dentistry: The Advantages of Laser Technology

June 10, 2024

At the office of New York Family Dental Arts, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch dental care that combines cutting-edge technology with a caring and friendly atmosphere. Our dedication to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry enables us to offer quicker, more comfortable treatment than ever before while achieving healthy, beautiful, and long-lasting results.

One of the most significant innovations in dental care has been the introduction of laser technology. Today, dental lasers are used for a wide range of applications that can treat various issues affecting the soft and hard tissues in and around the mouth.

Applications for dental lasers:

  • Eliminating tooth decay
  • Addressing gum disease
  • Improving gummy smiles
  • Performing crown lengthening procedures
  • Conducting frenectomies to alleviate tongue or lip-tie issues
  • Executing biopsies and the removal of oral lesions
  • Curating restorative (filling) materials
  • Enhancing in-office teeth whitening systems

A modern approach to dental care:

The word laser is an acronym for "light amplification by the stimulated emission of radiation." Dental lasers produce light energy in a very narrow and focused beam. By combining this energy with water and air, they can cut and shape target soft or hard tissues in the mouth precisely and safely.

Unlike traditional methods involving drills and scalpels, lasers offer a minimally invasive approach that can reduce patient discomfort, swelling, and bleeding. From cavity treatment to gum reshaping and even teeth whitening, the applications of laser technology in dentistry are vast and continually expanding.

A more comfortable dental experience:

One of the most significant advantages of laser dentistry is its ability to provide a more comfortable experience for patients. Since dental lasers operate without direct contact with the targeted tissues and without the heat, vibration, or discomfort associated with conventional approaches to care, they often eliminate the need for local anesthesia.

And, since dental lasers cauterize tissue as they go, they also reduce peri and post-operative bleeding and offer improved healing and recovery times with less swelling and scarring.

Precise, comfortable, and efficient care:

The precise nature of laser beams allows for the performance of targeted treatment with unparalleled accuracy and efficiency. Laser procedures consistently demonstrate improved outcomes and a lower risk of complications.

Whether removing decay, reshaping gums, or performing surgical procedures, lasers provide greater control and allow for finer detail work compared to conventional approaches to care.

At the office of New York Family Dental Arts, we are committed to staying at the forefront of dental technology. By embracing advancements like laser dentistry, we can offer our patients the most comfortable, efficient, and effective dental treatments available today.

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