Laser Dentistry Frequently asked Questions

What is Laser Dentistry?

Laser dentistry is a drill-less, pain-free way to dental treatment. Lasers themselves have been used in the medical field for over 25 years. Dental lasers were first introduces in the 1960's. However, on a wide spread base, lasers have been used in dentistry for at least the last 10 years, and are becoming more and more popular in local dental offices.

The word laser is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. The dental laser emits a precise beam of light at a specific wavelength to target tooth decay. Tooth decay contains more water and is softer than the healthy areas of the tooth. The laser, therefore, targets the areas that contain more water and leaves the healthy tooth intact.


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How Safe is Laser Dentistry? And what is this about pain-free?

Dental lasers are FDA approved. And with the proper training and eye protection, laser dentistry is very safe. In fact, compared to the traditional dentist’s drill, lasers reduce the chance of accidental injury such as damaging surfaces next to the target area like the cheek, tongue and gums. Compared to a drill, a laser is more of a pinpoint and precise instrument, destroying less tooth material, and producing less friction. This means that there is less heat, and no vibration involved, therefore less discomfort.

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What types of treatments can be done with laser dentistry?

Lasers are not an overall substitute for the drill. But there are many things that can be done using laser: *

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What Can Laser Dentistry Do For Me?

Overall Benefits
No pain (in most cases)
Those who have trouble becoming numb can have pain free procedures (in most cases)
Faster procedures
Less anxiety and stress.

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