Soft Tissue Laser

The Benefits of Soft Tissue Laser Treatments

Laser dentistry is an effective way to perform several types of dental procedures. It is a preferred dental treatment due to the ability to be so precise in its application. Soft tissue laser therapy is sought after because it gives the dentist the ability to control the duration of exposure to the soft tissue, and allows the dentist to treat a very specific area without damaging the surrounding tissues. Soft tissue laser therapy great for patients who may suffer from dental anxiety or fear.

Dr. H. Arthur Missirlian is proud to announce that his Fort Collins Dentistry offers soft tissue laser in Fort Collins. At Fort Collins Dental Arts, we have incorporated laser dentistry into our wide array of dental treatment options. This precision technology is becoming more and more popular with dentists and patients alike because it has a minimal recovery time and contributes to less pain than traditional treatments. And there are many other benefits of soft tissue laser dentistry as well, such as:

• Dental procedures using soft tissue laser treatments often do not require stitches.

• Many Dentists using soft tissue laser in Colorado offer procedures where anesthesia is not needed.

• Since the laser beam aids in clotting of the exposed blood vessels in the mouth, blood loss is minimal.

• Soft tissue laser wounds tend to heal faster since the tissue is regenerated more easily.

• Damage to the soft tissues are minimized.

With new soft tissue laser dentistry techniques, dentists are now able to perform such a large variety of procedures that they may otherwise not have been able to perform in the past. Dr. Missirlian’s Fort Collins dentistry has been able to successfully incorporate precision laser technology into several common procedures, as well as many more complicated procedures. Here are a few of the more common procedures that can now be done using soft tissue laser dentistry techniques:

• Reshape a ‘gummy’ smile. Soft tissue lasers can be used to reshape the gum line to expose more of the healthy teeth. This procedure can reduce the appearance of the gums and make your smile prettier.

• Increase crown length. Soft tissue laser dentistry methods can reshape the gum tissue, while hard tissue laser methods can expose reshape the bone to expose a new tooth structure. This technique can be used to provide a stronger foundation for restoration procedures.

• Correct Frenula (muscle attachment). Soft laser treatments can be used to treat children who have a tight or restricted frenulum, which can lead to a person being ‘tongue tied’ due to a limited amount of tongue movement. This procedure may also help correct speech impediments and help babies who may be unable to adequately breast feed due to the condition.

• Removal of soft tissue folds. Occasionally, soft tissue folds can cause dentures to not fit properly. Dentists can use soft tissue laser procedures to painlessly remove these folds, allowing the dentures to fit correctly with no pain.

• Removing benign tumors- Soft tissue lasers can be sued to painlessly remove benign tumors from the cheeks, lips, gums and palate.

• Reduce Cold Sores. Since soft tissue lasers are low intensity, they can be used to treat the pain associated with cold sores, as well as reduce the healing time.

Soft laser treatment can also help with some less common dental issues, such as:

• Whiten discolored teeth. The low intensity lasers can be used to help accelerate the professional bleaching process.

• Help ease sleep apnea. Sometimes, sleep apnea is caused by the overgrowth of soft tissue in the throat area. A soft tissue laser procedure can help to restructure the throat. This helps to relieve the breathing issues that are commonly linked to sleep apnea.

• Treat Temporomandibular Joints- Soft tissue lasers are often used to help reduce the pain of the temporomandibular joint in the jaw by reducing the inflammation in the joint.

• Regenerate nerves. Soft laser techniques can be used to help regenerate damaged blood vessels, scars and regenerate any damaged nerves in the mouth.

Soft tissue lasers are an innovative and precise way to perform many different dental procedures that can actually create less anxiety for patients and can help them feel more comfortable during their procedure. While they are still working their way into mainstream dentistry, patients looking for dentists who offer soft tissue laser in Colorado need not look any further. Fort Collins Dental Arts is proud to offer soft tissue laser in Fort Collins.

If you feel that you might benefit from one of our many procedures using soft tissue laser treatments, give us a call to schedule a consultation with our dentist. Or, visit our website at www.fortcollinsdentalarts.com to schedule an appointment and to view all of the treatment options that we have to offer!