Lasers help with a number of dental treatments. When using a laser, your dentist may not need to use a drill or administer anesthesia in some procedures, allowing you to enjoy a more relaxed dental experience.

A laser is an instrument that produces a very narrow beam of light energy. When laser light comes in contact with tissue or tooth structure, it causes a reaction which can remove or shape that tissue.

Lasers can be used in dentistry as a safe and effective treatment for many procedures, including:

• • Reducing the discomfort of canker sores and cold sores
  • Exposing partially erupted wisdom teeth
  • Treating tooth decay
  • Re-contouring or removing gum tissue
  • Bacterial reduction in conjunction with treatment of gum disease and root canal therapy