{"id":89,"date":"2023-06-15T10:32:50","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T10:32:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mylakeforestdental.com\/blog\/?p=89"},"modified":"2023-08-11T10:33:25","modified_gmt":"2023-08-11T10:33:25","slug":"how-a-soft-tissue-laser-can-benefit-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mylakeforestdental.com\/blog\/?p=89","title":{"rendered":"How Would a Soft Tissue Laser Benefit You?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When you think of dental tools, you likely imagine some clich\u00e9d items. Things like oral drills, mouth mirrors, and suction devices may come to mind. However, today\u2019s dentistry happens to rely on advanced technology. A notable example is the soft tissue laser, which has pretty great oral effects<\/a>. Your McKinney dentist will even tell you about its upsides. To that end, here’s a summary of the perks to expect from a modern dental laser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

It Can Fix Your Gummy Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you might know, dentists have traditional ways of treating gum disease. One such approach is root scaling and planing, deep cleaning below the gumline. That said, this therapy is much more helpful when it includes a dental laser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, a dental laser targets gum disease with high precision. It allows easier access to calculus deposits and eliminates overly-infected tissue. In fact, the tissue removal is quite smooth due to the laser cauterizing your wounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Manage Your Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you might know, dentists have traditional ways to treat gum disease. One such approach is root scaling and planing, which is a deep cleaning below the gumline. That said, this therapy is much more helpful  when it includes a dental laser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, a dental laser targets gum disease with high precision. It allows easier access to calculus deposits and eliminates overly-infected tissue. In fact, the tissue removal is quite smooth due to the laser cauterizing your wounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Help with Implant Recovery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t already know, dental implants aren\u2019t just placed by hand. Dentists make incisions in your gums to create space for them. Naturally, these surgical cuts can irritate the tissue and even lead to trauma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fortunately, a dental laser helps gums recover from implant work. The device modifies the soft tissue to minimize oral irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It Can Perform a Frenectomy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When a child suffers from a tongue-tie or lip-tie, they can get a frenectomy. This procedure removes a small tissue fold restricting tongue or lip movement. While it can be done with a scalpel, though, a frenectomy via dental laser is the better option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A laser-based frenectomy is nice for various reasons. For one thing, it doesn\u2019t require anesthesia. At the same time, it involves little bleeding due to the cauterizing effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, a soft tissue laser can offer many benefits for you. With that said, see your dental provider soon to use the technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lake<\/em><\/a> Forest Dental<\/em> is based in McKinney, TX. Led by Dr. Steve Cha<\/a>, our practice strives for the very best in dentistry. To that end, we offer preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services tailored to each patient\u2019s unique smile. Our office also uses the latest dental technology, including 3D cone beam imaging and a high-quality soft tissue laser. For more information or to book a visit, you can reach us on our website<\/a> or by phone at (972)-529-1800<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

When you think of dental tools, you likely imagine some clich\u00e9d items. Things like oral drills, mouth mirrors, and suction devices may come to mind. However, today\u2019s dentistry happens to rely on advanced technology. A notable example is the soft tissue laser, which has pretty great oral effects. Your McKinney dentist will even tell you […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow a Soft Tissue Laser Benefits Your Smile | Lake Forest Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"With the help of a soft tissue laser, your smile can receive various benefits. 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