Laser dentistry is one of the most stunning breakthroughs in modern dentistry. The invention of soft tissue lasers transformed a wide range of dental treatments, both cosmetic and restorative. Soft tissue lasers are often used for procedures like laser cavity removal, laser teeth cleaning, gingivectomy, and many others.
Soft tissue lasers are primarily used to treat dental problems in the soft tissues, i.e., gums, tongues, lips, cheeks, etc. Soft tissues make up 30 square inches of area within your mouth, and they’re incredibly sensitive to dental problems and injuries. Soft tissue lasers can remove bumps, lumps, and other anomalies on your soft tissues. They can also be used for diagnostic purposes to study suspicious anomalies.
In the past, the only way to handle biopsy samples was through incisions and sutures, making the procedures relatively more invasive. Soft tissue lasers have revolutionized the field. You don’t need to worry about incisions or scars anymore because the dentist simply waves a laser wand over the affected region to remove bumps and other anomalies.
One of the most unique and beneficial aspects of soft tissue laser dentistry is that the laser automatically heals the region, so you don’t need stitches. You also recover from soft tissue laser dental care immediately — there’s no downtime or recovery period. In the past, procedures like gum contouring led to significant bleeding, possible scarring, and considerable downtime. However, with soft tissue laser dentistry, you don’t have to worry about any of that.