Soft Tissue Laser Therapy

Dr. Patel offers state-of-the-art soft tissue laser dentistry to treat periodontal disease and put you and your smile on the road to good health.

The reality of gum disease

Gum disease affects millions of people. Conservative estimates show that 75% of all Americans over the age of 35 have some form of this disease. Left untreated, gum disease can result in tooth, gum, and bone loss.

This bacterial infection also impairs overall health by increasing your risk of developing life-altering conditions, including osteoporosis, heart disease, stroke, diabetes complications, and dementia.

How laser therapy works

In place of invasive surgery requiring a scalpel, stitches, and a lengthy healing time, laser dentistry delivers fast, efficient, and comfortable care.

Key advantages of soft tissue laser therapy:

• Most patients need no anesthesia
• Pin-point accuracy removes only diseased tissue — healthy gum tissue is left untouched
• Lasers seal and sterilize tissue — no stitches for most procedures
• Significantly reduced risk of infection following treatment
• Recovery time reduced from weeks to days
• Promotes bone regeneration
• Especially well-suited for medically compromised patients

Contact our office to schedule a consultation and find out whether laser periodontal therapy is the right solution for you.

Frequently asked questions

Does laser gum treatment require anesthesia?

Most patients do not require anesthesia for laser treatment of gum disease. The pin-point accuracy of the laser provides comfortable, minimally-invasive removal of diseased tissue. Dr. Patel will discuss your specific comfort needs before beginning treatment.

How much faster is recovery from laser therapy compared to traditional gum surgery?

Laser therapy typically reduces recovery from weeks to days. The laser seals and sterilizes tissue, eliminating the need for stitches and drastically reducing the risk of infection after the procedure.

Who is a good candidate for laser periodontal therapy?

Laser therapy is especially beneficial for medically compromised patients — such as those with heart disease or diabetes — because it results in a decreased recovery period and promotes bone regeneration. It is suitable for most patients with gum disease.