How We Do It

At Sri Sai Kirupa Dental Clinic, we have a diode laser system that is capable of soft tissue surgery, laser-assisted whitening (which can be done in just 20 minutes of chair time), and temporary relief of minor pain and TMJ-related conditions.

More about Laser Dentistry

Lasers are used to treat a number of dental problems:

• Tooth Decay: Lasers are used to remove decay within a tooth and prepare the surrounding enamel for receipt of the filling.
• Gum Disease: Lasers are used to reshape gums and sterilize/kills bacteria around the root surface of the tooth and gums.
• Biopsy or Lesion Removal: Lasers can be used to remove a small piece of tissue (called a biopsy) so that it can be examined for cancer. Lasers are also used to remove lesions in the mouth and relieve the pain of canker sores.
• Teeth Whitening: When used in teeth-whitening procedures, laser act as a heat source and enhance the effect of tooth-bleaching agents.

How Do Lasers Work in Dentistry?

When used for surgical and dental procedures, the laser acts as a cutting instrument or a vaporizer of tissue that it comes in contact with. When used for "curing" a filling, the laser helps to strengthen the bond between the filling and the tooth.

Lasers offer several advantages in dentistry when compared to traditional drills:

• Minimize bleeding and swelling during soft tissue treatments
• Cause less pain in certain instances (thus reducing the need for anesthesia)
• May preserve more of the healthy tooth during cavity removal
• Lessen dental anxiety in patients uncomfortable with dental drills

However, the use of lasers has its own limitations:

• Cannot be used on teeth with fillings
• Traditional drills may still be needed to shape the filling, adjust the bite, and polish the filling even when a laser is used
• Do not fully eliminate the need for anesthesia