Nowadays, lasers are increasingly used in dentistry, especially for the treatment of caries.
The use of lasers has several advantages:
First of all, using a laser eliminates negative effects such as the sound of a drill, vibration, and pain. The painlessness of many laser-assisted procedures allows treatment to be performed without anesthetics, which is especially important for those who poorly tolerate local anesthesia.
In pediatric and adolescent dentistry, the use of lasers enables gentle treatment, leaving children with no unpleasant memories that could deter them from visiting the dentist in adulthood.
The laser is capable of accurately detecting and removing decayed tooth tissue while preserving healthy tissue. The laser works by delivering energy to water molecules, creating a series of micro-explosions. As a result, porous and water-filled carious cavities are essentially evaporated, while healthy tissue remains intact. There's no need to worry about secondary caries under the filling or unnecessary drilling of healthy tooth structure. The laser ensures precision!
Another significant advantage of the laser drill is that after its use, the treated tooth does not require special chemical preparation for proper filling adhesion (unlike traditional dental drills). Also, laser treatment does not leave microcracks on the tooth surface that could eventually develop into caries (something often overlooked with conventional drills).
Pulpitis, caused by overheating of the pulp, often occurs as a complication after caries treatment. This usually happens when a traditional drill is used. Laser treatment maintains the natural structure of the tooth due to temperature control, and the laser acts gently and physiologically.
Root canal cleaning is a critical step — improper cleaning and disinfection can lead to recurrent pulpitis. With special attachments, laser-assisted canal cleaning is almost painless and more effective. The laser provides high-quality disinfection of root canals in patients with pulpitis and periodontitis. The antibacterial effect in such cases is 100% effective.
The laser is less traumatic compared to a traditional drill. If the dentist’s hand slips, the laser beam will defocus and stop functioning, unlike a drill. Therefore, laser treatment is gentle and painless.
At our "Vivadent" dental clinic, we offer all types of laser treatments.
Come and see for yourself that dental treatment can be not only beneficial but also pleasant!