What is Laser Gum Therapy?
Calgary, Alberta
It is estimated that 80 percent of adults suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Gum disease starts off as plaque that is often not removed during at-home cleanings. One of the primary advantages of professional cleanings every six months is to remove this plaque and prevent it form harboring bacteria that can infect your gums.
If plaque is allowed to remain on your gums, it can eventually cause pockets that remove your tooth from your gum line resulting is problems including:
- Persistent bad breath
- Swelling
- Bleeding
- Frequent unpleasant taste in the mouth
Left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss and other health issues.
Treating Periodontal Disease
For years, treating periodontal disease required invasive surgical procedures that were painful and resulted in weeks of recovery. Advancements in dental technology have brought about new, innovative methods to painlessly and effectively treat gum disease. One of the most exciting advancements is laser gum therapy.
Laser gum therapy uses concentrated light to remove infection and kill bacteria in your gums. Use of a laser on infected pockets can stimulate natural growth of gum tissue and reconnection of the teeth. The primary advantages of this minimally invasive treatment include:
- Prohibiting reoccurrence of bacteria
- Promoting longer lasting results
- No incisions
- No stitches
- No postoperative bleeding
- No damage to teeth and surrounding gum tissue
The use of lasers in treating periodontal disease also significantly reduces discomfort and requires little to no recovery time.
Laser gum therapy is very effective in treating gum disease when it is caught early on. During your biannual examinations, our dentists will check for signs of gum disease in an attempt to provide treatment before your condition becomes severe. If you are not a candidate for laser gum therapy, other solutions to restore health to your gums will be discussed with you.
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 experienced dentists at Aesthetic Dental Studio to schedule an initial consultation today.
