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What Can I Expect from Laser Gum Disease Treatment?
If you’re struggling to manage periodontal disease symptoms with conventional treatments, you could be a candidate for laser dentistry. At Acura Dental Implants & Periodontics, we offer laser gum disease treatment to our Darien, Illinois, patients. Laser treatments are more effective and less painful than traditional surgical procedures and offer a quicker recovery.Â
Below, Dr. Amer Atassi answers your questions about laser therapy to help you decide if it’s a good choice for you:
What is laser therapy?Â
Like the name implies, laser therapy makes use of dental lasers to treat gum disease. The lasers emit a high beam of light that kills harmful bacteria on your teeth and removes diseased tissues with great accuracy and precision, without impacting healthy tissues. By targeting and eliminating the bacteria causing the infection, we can curtail the spread of periodontal disease and restore your oral health. Â
How effective are lasers for gum disease treatments?
Laser periodontal treatments are highly effective in treating gum disease. Dr. Atassi focuses the laser light beam directly onto the infected gum tissues to kill the infection. Removing infected tissues reduces gum inflammation, tenderness, and bleeding. Laser treatments also stimulate the growth and regeneration of new gum tissues to restore your gum health.
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Is laser therapy painful? Â
No! That’s yet another benefit of dental lasers. Many of our patients can get by using only a topical anesthetic for their laser treatment as opposed to general anesthesia. You’ll also experience less pain during your recovery. Dental lasers sterilize your gums during treatment, which helps minimize inflammation, bleeding, infection, and sensitivity.
How long do laser gum disease treatments take?
The duration of laser treatments varies from one person to the next, depending on the severity of your condition. In some cases, treatment can be completed in one dental appointment within a matter of hours. Recovery times are also shorter. Many of our patients return to their normal routines within 24 hours of completing their treatment.
Are laser treatments safe?
Laser treatments are non-invasive and can be used to treat periodontal disease in all its stages. In the hands of an experienced LANAP (laser-assisted new attachment procedure) periodontist like Dr. Atassi, laser treatments are safe and effective in treating gum disease.Â
Why should I choose laser dentistry to treat gum disease?Â
Dental lasers are less invasive, less time-consuming, and less painful than traditional surgical gum disease treatments. If you suffer from dental phobia, you’ll find laser dentistry much easier to endure as there’s no cutting, and you’ll spend less time in the dental chair. Laser dentistry promotes regeneration of gum and bone tissue to bring your gums back to good health. This helps reduce your risk of tooth loss. Recovery times are quicker and less painful than conventional surgical treatments, enabling you to get back to your normal schedule without delay. Â
Where can I go for laser gum disease treatment near me?
You can come to Acura Dental Implants & Periodontics in Darien, IL, for laser gum treatment. To schedule a consultation, contact Dr. Amer Atassi at (630) 581-0000.
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Dr. Amer Atassi is a respected expert in periodontics and dental implantology with over 28 years of experience in the industry. He earned his dental degree from Tufts University and completed his specialty training at Louisiana State University. With master’s degrees in Oral Biology and Adult Education, he excels in clinical practice and education.
As an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago, Dr. Atassi actively contributes to dental research and teaching. The recipient of many awards, including the Wilderman Award for Periodontal Excellence in 2001, he is a published author and a sought-after speaker at international conferences.
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