What To Expect During a Laser Dentistry Treatment

At Northfield Dental Group, we’re proud to use the latest technology in our office. With our state-of-the-art CO2 laser, our skilled dental surgeons, can expertly remove tooth decay, treat gum disease, and remove mouth lesions with superior precision.

If you have a procedure coming up, this blog is for you. Read on to learn more about laser dentistry and what to expect during your procedure.

Understanding Laser Dentistry

Laser dentistry uses focused light beams to treat various dental issues. Our practice uses the DENTA CO2 laser for soft tissue management, which carefully targets the soft tissue without harming the surrounding areas.

This accuracy is due to the laser’s small spot size and minimal absorption depth, which allows us to work with extreme precision and remove the smallest amount of tissue necessary.

The Laser Dentistry Procedure

Before we start treatment, we ensure you’re comfortable. We explain the process, tell you what to expect, and answer any questions you have. Here’s what you can expect during the procedure.

Preparation

First, we numb the treatment area to ensure your comfort. However, laser dentistry procedures require less anesthesia than standard dental procedures.

Treatment

Your Northfield Dental Group dentist uses the laser to target the treatment areas precisely. Depending on your needs, this step may involve removing tooth decay, diseased gum tissue, or a lesion inside your mouth.

Because the light beam is highly focused, your dentist can use it to expertly remove or reshape tissue without traditional tools like drills or scalpels. This makes your procedure both more comfortable and quieter (no drill noises), making it a great fit for patients with dental anxiety.

Another unique advantage of laser dentistry is its ability to cauterize as your dentist works. This means that the laser heat helps close wounds immediately, leading to significantly less bleeding than with traditional dental procedures.

Further, this cauterization process helps prevent infection because it closes wounds right away.

After your procedure

We provide specific aftercare instructions following your treatment. Since laser treatments remove less tissue than traditional dental treatments and cause less bleeding and swelling, recovery is typically faster.

We also schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure everything is healing properly. If you have any questions or concerns after your procedure, please contact our office.

Schedule Your Laser Dentistry Treatment Now

Laser dentistry makes getting necessary treatments quick, comfortable, and stress-free. Do you need a cavity filled or feel concerned about a lesion or gum disease? Don’t wait to reach out because we’re here to help. Call our office at (973) 736-0111 or contact us online today.