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Cosmetic Laser Dentistry
What is Cosmetic Laser Dentistry?
Cosmetic laser dentistry is a relatively new method of helping to address issues concerning the appearance of teeth. This procedure makes use of ultraviolet lights and lasers to address stains, splotches and other cosmetic problems with teeth. Cosmetic laser dentistry is less invasive and faster than many other types of procedures that accomplish the same goals.
How does Cosmetic Laser Dentistry work?
Cosmetic laser dentistry generally works by eliminating certain tissue on the teeth through the use of high powered lasers. Due to the effectiveness of the lasers and the high degree of control that a practitioner of this type of treatment maintains, cosmetic laser dentistry is helpful in situations when it is important to not affect surrounding healthy tissue. The dental practitioner will use a guided laser device to shine high powered light on the affected area to reduce the negative appearance of the tissue.
What is Cosmetic Laser Dentistry used for?
Cosmetic laser dentistry can help to close up cavities and other dangerous cracks in teeth that may not only be cosmetic challenges but also pose a more serious potential threat. It can be used to remove stains and even out the coloration of a tooth that is splotchy or discolored. Finally, this procedure can be used to eliminate excessive gum tissue that surrounds teeth to even out the appearance of the teeth.
What are the advantages of Cosmetic Laser Dentistry over similar procedures?
There are a number of advantages of cosmetic laser dentistry over other procedures that are designed to address the same issues. Primarily, dental procedures that are done with a laser are less invasive and therefore less painful than other types of procedures. They often have a higher success rate and less chance of damaging the surrounding healthy tissue. These procedures will also tend to have a faster recovery process than other methods, and they're suitable for people with heightened mouth sensitivity and other potentially nullifying concerns.
What is the recovery like?
Unlike many other types of dental procedures, the tissues that are affected by laser work are automatically sterilized due to the heat of the laser. Therefore, there is a much lower risk of infection for these procedures than there is for other operations that accomplish the same goals. Generally, you'll be required to limit your food and drink intake in certain ways for a period following the treatment; it's not uncommon to not be allowed to eat or drink for a few hours, and then to have to avoid certain types of items for a longer period of recovery time.
What are the risks?
Although there are few known risks to cosmetic laser dental procedures, it's important to note that the recent advent of this type of operation as a dental procedure means that the long term risks and potential side effects are not very known well.
Dentists in Beverly Hills, CA
Dr. Kevin B. Sands, D.D.S.
Dr. Kevin B. Sands specializes in cosmetic dentistry, taking pride in offering the finest in patient care and services to each and every patient. He is determined to give you the smile you deserve! In fact, some of the most beautiful smiles in Hollywood have come through our doors. Dr. Kevin B. Sands has trained with some of the worlds most prominent cosmetic dental specialists. He is rapidly becoming known Beverly Hills leading cosmetic dentist for people ...
