Millions of people experience some degree of anxiety or even outright fear when they think about visiting the dentist. For quite a few of them, their negative feelings stem from the idea that their treatment could cause them pain. But thanks to advanced technology, dental procedures are more comfortable than ever! Let’s talk about how your dentist in Frisco can use innovative instruments — specifically, soft tissue lasers — to create an easy treatment experience.
During Procedures
Laser dentistry is becoming more and more popular, and for good reason. Lasers are highly concentrated beams of light that can be used to make incisions in oral tissues. There are different types of lasers that have dental applications, but one particularly outstanding tool is the Picasso Light. It is designed specifically to work on the soft tissues of the mouth.
The Picasso Light’s smart design makes it easy for your dentist to control, which means it is more precise than an old-fashioned scalpel. Therefore, as little tissue as possible is removed during treatments. Even more amazing, laser-based treatment is extremely comfortable. You might feel some heat in your mouth as the laser is working, but other than that, you will feel very little. In fact, lasers are so comfortable that they can sometimes eliminate the need for local anesthesia!
The Picasso Light has numerous applications. Often, it is used to treat gum disease. It can remove damaged tissue and kill bacteria in the process, giving your mouth an opportunity to heal. It might also be used for gum recontouring and other procedures that involve the soft tissues in the mouth.
After Procedures
After any type of dental procedure, you can expect to go through a recovery period. What you experience while your mouth is on the mend depends largely on what type of technology your dentist used during your appointment.
A soft tissue laser produces less swelling, bleeding, and inflammation than procedures performed with a traditional scalpel. Plus, there is usually no need for sutures. These factors contribute to a relatively short and comfortable recovery. Additionally, because soft tissue lasers have inherent bacteria-killing abilities, they reduce the risk of postoperative infections. (The vast majority of dentists are diligent about sterilizing their scalpels and other manual tools. However, because such tools do not automatically kill bacteria, they still come with a small risk of infection.)
Do you go to a state-of-the-art Frisco dentist who uses advanced technology to promote patient comfort? If so, you can attend your next appointment with confidence that your experience will be as easy and painless as possible.
Meet the Practice
Dr. Deval Parmar is the experienced dentist who leads the team in our practice. She is passionate about helping patients to enjoy the most comfortable treatment experience possible. That is why she has invested in the Picasso Light laser, and she has completed advanced training in laser dentistry. If you would like to learn more about her and the remarkable technology in our office, contact Archway Dental at 972-972-4646.