{"id":106,"date":"2019-10-30T17:26:26","date_gmt":"2019-10-30T17:26:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/?p=106"},"modified":"2019-10-30T17:26:28","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T17:26:28","slug":"how-your-dentist-can-use-lasers-to-treat-gum-disease","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/how-your-dentist-can-use-lasers-to-treat-gum-disease\/","title":{"rendered":"How Your Dentist Can Use Lasers to Treat Gum Disease"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_141485065__1572456048_36881.jpg\" alt=\"Laser Dentistry\" class=\"wp-image-107\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_141485065__1572456048_36881.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_141485065__1572456048_36881-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_141485065__1572456048_36881-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that\ngum disease is the most common reason adults lose their teeth? If you want to\nkeep your smile intact, you\u2019ll need to have the condition treated immediately\nbefore the damage it inflicts becomes irreversible. While the standard\ntreatment for gum disease is a deep cleaning with metal tools, many modern\npractices have been turning to modern technology to offer their patients a\npotentially far more comfortable option: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/gemini-diode-laser.html\">laser\ndentistry<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does Laser Therapy for Gum Disease Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During laser periodontal therapy, a small beam of highly\nconcentrated light energy is directed at the gums and is used to carefully\nremove any inflamed or infected tissue. This exposes the tooth roots so that\nthey can be scaled (meaning any built-up plaque below the gumline and around\nthe root is scraped away). Thanks to the laser sterilizing the area and the\nscaling smoothing the roots so that bacteria can\u2019t easily reattach themselves,\nthe treatment can both cure existing gum disease and prevent future infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Risks and Benefits of Laser Therapy for Gum Disease?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be noted that laser dentistry is a developing field\nthat still needs to be approved by some medical authorities. In particular, the\nAmerican Academy of Periodontology believes that more evidence is needed to\ndemonstrate the effectiveness of the procedure compared to traditional\ntreatment. Also, there has been some concern about whether the advertisements\nfor laser therapy is promising more than it should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, there are also several advantages of using lasers\nfor gum disease, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Improved Precision: <\/strong>Since the laser is so\nfocused, only the infected tissue is treated or removed; the healthy parts of\nthe gums are left alone. <\/li><li><strong>Little to No Discomfort:<\/strong> Dental lasers\nare very gentle and don\u2019t create much heat, sound or vibrations as the work.\nThat can greatly reduce the need for aesthetic during the surgery. There\u2019s also\nfar less bleeding and swelling.<\/li><li><strong>Faster Treatment and Recovery Time:<\/strong> Compared\nto traditional treatments, laser dentistry is much faster, and less time for\nrecovery and healing is required afterwards.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Will Laser Dentistry Cost? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The overall price for using laser therapy to treat gum\ndisease usually depends on the extent of the patient\u2019s needs, but it can\npotentially cost less than traditional surgery by reducing the number of\nappointments and the amount of medication needed. In general, you can expect your\ndental insurance to help pay for periodontal therapy regardless of the tools\nused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you know whether your dentist uses lasers at their\npractice? During your next appointment, take the time to ask about the kind of\ntreatments available for gum disease and other oral health problems \u2013 as well\nas whether you might benefit from the use of a laser during the treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Pearl Dentistry, we use the latest technology and\ntechniques to bring patients of all ages a variety of dental services,\nincluding gum disease treatment. In addition to using lasers for periodontal\ntherapy, we can also employ them to relieve cold sores, remove small benign\ngrowths in your mouth, and expose impacted teeth. To schedule an appointment at\nour Denver practice, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearldentistrydenver.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call\n(720) 440-9296.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that gum disease is the most common reason adults lose their teeth? 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