Laser Dentistry

Procedures

Picasso Lite Diod

In recent years, laser dentistry has superseded many traditional dentistry practices, making treatments more precise and less painful.  This newer style of dentistry utilizes intense beams of light projected by a dental laser.  Dental lasers can be used to perform a wide variety of treatments, including soft tissue shaping and removal.

Procedures

Benefits Of Laser Dentistry

The FDA deemed laser dentistry to be safe for public usage in 1990.  Since then, many dentists have incorporated dental lasers into everyday procedures – reducing bleeding, anxiety and post-treatment recovery times.  The beauty of dental lasers is that they damage far less of the surrounding tissue than traditional techniques – which means less discomfort and pain.

Here are some benefits associated with laser dentistry:

  • Reduced need for anesthesia.
  • Reduced need for stitches and sutures.
  • Faster healing and tissue regeneration.
  • Preservation of more of the natural tooth.
FAQ

General Questions

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions patients have about Picasso Lite Diod.  If you have any other questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, we would love to hear from you.

Different types of dental laser have been created to treat different conditions.  Each laser uses a different wavelength of light, which predicates its best use.  The most common types of dental laser are carbon dioxide lasers and diode lasers, which are usually employed to treat soft tissue problems.  Dr. Escarsega uses the Picasso Lite diode laser.

The laser beam is extremely bright, and special glasses will be provided to protect the eyes.