Are You a Candidate for Laser Gum Therapy?
Calgary, Alberta
There are several options for treating periodontal disease. The treatment most suited to meet your needs will be based on the severity of your gum disease, and the amount of damage that has been caused to your gum tissue. One of the most popular methods of treating gum disease at our Calgary, Albert office is through laser gum therapy.
Laser Gum Therapy
Gum disease is caused when periodontal bacteria creates a pocket between the fibers that connect your teeth to the bone in your jaw. This causes an inflammatory response, and results in a separation of your teeth from your gum tissue. Frequently, this results in bleeding, swelling, and pain in the gums. Left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to major illness and tooth extraction.
Laser gum therapy uses small beams of concentrated light to disinfect gum tissue and prompt a healing response between teeth and gums. Laser gum treatment is a safe and effective way to stop infection and inflammation, remove bacteria, and reduce the pockets created by periodontal bacteria. The use of lasers provides optimal precision, reduces the impact to surrounding teeth and tissue, and helps prevent excessive bleeding. However, this procedure may not be suitable for all patients.
Candidacy for Laser Gum Therapy
For patients whose periodontal disease has been detected in its early stages, scaling and root planing can be used to reverse damage. Patients who suffer from more severe forms of gum disease or who have allowed the problem to persist for a long period of time may require laser gum surgery. Early detection of gum disease through regular dental visits can help improve your candidacy for this less invasive type of treatment.
If you live in or around Calgary, Alberta, Northwest Calgary, or Airdrie and are interested in learning more about laser gum therapy, please contact the periodontal dentists at Aesthetic Dental Studio to schedule an initial consultation today.
