Laser dentistry is part of my commitment to patient comfort, experience, and recovery. It also plays a pivotal role in treatment outcomes. When a technology comes along that makes dentistry better for my patients, I’m thrilled to bring it into my practice.
In this blog, I cover the following:
- A Gentler Approach to Your Smile Makeover
- Why Laser Treatments Lead to Better Cosmetic Results
- Faster Healing for Your Busy Huntsville Lifestyle
- I Aim to Ensure Patients Experience Modern Comfort at Doug Booth, DDS
A Gentler Approach to Your Smile Makeover
Dental surgeries (and even some treatments) rely on invasive methods involving scalpels, sutures, and allotted recovery days. Fortunately, modern dental practices rely on lasers to perform many of the same procedures.
As a dentist in Huntsville, AL, I have embraced laser dentistry because it is so much better for my patients. It informs their comfort, dental experience, and recovery. Lasers just make it all better and even painless!
Instead of scalpels, laser dentistry uses concentrated light to treat specific dental issues or enhance smiles. This approach means I don’t invade healthy tissue, unlike with a scalpel. Lasers are all about precision, and they are far less invasive than scalpels. Often, with lasers, you can avoid sutures and heavy bleeding after your treatment.
Why Laser Treatments Lead to Better Cosmetic Results
According to “Laser Technology in Dentistry: From Clinical Applications to Future Innovations,” an article published in Dentistry Journal:
“… lasers provide a highly precise, minimally invasive alternative to traditional tools, often resulting in less need for anesthesia and a more comfortable visit.”
Because of their precision, I can perform cosmetic procedures gently and thoroughly. Precision and thoroughness typically lead to better results.
I commonly use laser dentistry cosmetically in gum recontouring to correct gummy smiles.
Faster Healing for Your Busy Huntsville Lifestyle
Clinical studies highlighted in PubMed show that “patients treated with dental lasers experience significantly less post-operative pain and faster tissue regeneration compared to traditional surgical methods.”
Common ways I use laser dentistry include:
- Advanced Gum Disease Treatment
- Specific Cosmetic Restorations
- Gummy Smile Correction
- Snoring and Sleep Apnea Treatment
I Aim to Ensure Patients Experience Modern Comfort at Doug Booth, DDS
If you’re looking for a friendly dental team with modern innovations, I invite you to see what my team and I have to offer. To get started, call us today at (256) 533-4770. You can also request an appointment online.