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Laser Dentistry in Chicago

Are you looking for laser dentistry in Chicago, Illinois? Laser dentistry can benefit many oral health problems, including gum disease, gummy smile, tooth decay, discoloration. It can even help with wound healing or cold sore treatment and even

How dental lasers can be used?

Dental lasers have become a revolution in the dental field, making treatments faster, more effective and more satisfying to patients and dentists than they have ever been. Laser technology has been around for 50 years, but the research done in the past two decades has led to a new generation of dental lasers, like Fotona LightWalker.  At Archer Dental Chicago, we stay on top of the latest science in dental technology. Dr. Anton Zhadovich recently added a Fotona Light walker Laser to the office to expand the range of dental and cosmetic treatments and enhance precision and patient comfort. 

The FDA approved dental lasers to be safe for use in dental office in 1990. Since then, the application of lasers with hard (teeth) and soft tissues has received a lot of attention from scientists and dentists. As a patient of Archer Dental, you may benefit from laser dentistry in many ways.

In hard tissue application, we use the laser for:

Soft tissue application of lasers in dentistry includes:

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Use of the laser dentistry in various dental procedures proved to be an effective tool to increase efficiency, precision, ease, cost and comfort of the dental treatment. If during your next visit one of our dentist offers to do a treatment using our Light Walker laser, no need to feel intimidated. It’s a good thing! If you would like to read about how our laser dentistry works, read the rest of the article. We made the information easy to understand for our patients!

The basics of dental lasers

The term LASER  dentistry is an acronym and stands for “Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation”. Normal light, like from a light bulb, consists of a variety of wavelengths and spreads in all directions. Laser light, however, is set to a specific wavelength and is focused on a narrow beam. These characteristics allow the machine to create a very high-intensity light. Dental lasers use the energy generated by electron shifts of atoms, producing visible light, ultraviolet or infrared radiation. Being able to focus the light very accurately on tiny areas is what makes lasers so great for very precise surgical work or for cutting through tissue (in place of a scalpel). In other cases, laser dentistry can be set up in a way to target body’s natural healing process to lift, tighten, and tone sagging and loose skin.

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    Radiation? Does it go through the body or cause cancer?

    Don’t let that word scare you – the thermal radiation produced by a laser dentistry is non-ionizing, and is not the type of radiation you think of when you’re being warned against exposure. Radiation emitted by lasers can be visible, in form of a light. Other lasers can emit radiation that is invisible to the human eye, ultraviolet or infrared radiation. In general, laser dentistry radiation is not in itself harmful, and behaves much like ordinary light in its interaction with the body, it does not harm the DNA of the cells and can not cause cancer.

    Now that this is out of the way, let’s continue.

    Mechanism of action of dental lasers

    Lasers deliver energy in the form of light. When a dentist aims the laser at the specific tissue, this light will be absorbed by the tissue and that’s where the magic (read: science) happens. There are a number of photobiological effects this interaction can have that are useful for our patients:

    How laser dentistry can benefit me?

    The award-winning Light Walker laser is the leader in laser dentistry and allows us to treat many types of patients more efficiently and with less pain. Here are some of the most common applications of the laser dentistry in our office:

    Laser dentistry is a must for patients with periodontal disease

    Periodontal disease affects approximately 80% of adults, and we’re learning more about it every day. It is known that a bacterial infection is what affects periodontal disease and now with laser dentistry we can to do more than just remove mechanical irritants and diseased tissue (a traditional cleaning). With lasers, we can address the bacteria underlying this infection by decontaminating the area. This decontamination is important for three key reasons:

    Patients with irregular gum line or gummy smile

    Are your front teeth different lengths or seem very short? If so, it may actually be the current positioning of your gingiva at fault. Our laser can be used to quickly and easily remove this extra tissue and help create a beautiful smile!

    Patients with cavities

    Prior to laser dentistry, a drill would be required to prepare the tooth for a filling. For many even the sound of a dental drill can be uncomfortable. Good news is that lasers can now completely eliminate the need for drilling and anesthesia.

    Another upside of using laser dentistry for removing dental cavities is safety and precision. Traditional dental drills remove large amounts of tissue, and the constant spinning of a drill bur can cause cracks in the tooth enamel if done incorrectly. Using Fotona Lightwalker laser, out dental team can revoke very precise amounts of tooth, without damaging or cracking the healthy part of the tooth.

    Laser dentistry also successfully kills oral bacteria around the surgical site. This is important, because if bacteria is still trapped under the new filling, another cavity will start to form. With laser, the surface is completely disinfected and ensures that the filling is good quality and long-lasting.

    Patients who are considering dental implants

    When a patient who had an implant installed returns for a crown, an implant needs to be uncovered from the gingival tissue. Cutting through gingival tissue with a laser dentistry provides an efficient and patient-friendly method to perform second-stage implant surgery, safely allowing a faster rehabilitation thanks to Laser dentistry

    Benefits of Laser Dentistry

    Laser Dentistry, also known as laser-assisted dentistry, has revolutionized the field of dental care, offering numerous advantages over traditional methods. From minimally invasive procedures to faster recovery times, the benefits of laser dentistry are substantial and wide-ranging.

    Laser dentistry offers a multitude of benefits that improve patient comfort, treatment outcomes, and overall oral health. As technology continues to advance, the potential for even more precise and efficient laser procedures in dentistry is promising. If you’re seeking effective and patient-friendly dental care, laser dentistry might be the solution you’ve been looking for, schedule your appointment with us.

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    Please know that you can always contact our dental team by calling 773-581-1345, making an appointment through the contact form, or stopping by the Archer Dental Chicago office at 5200 S Archer Ave, Ste #3,  Chicago, IL 60632.

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      Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
      Friday 09:00 AM - 4:30 PM
      Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Frequently asked questions

    How are laser procedures performed?
    • The doctor will discuss with you and decide when the laser can be used to improve outcomes of various procedures. Many procedures can be performed without a shot and you will just feel warmth on the area we are working on.

      The laser beam is extremely bright, and special glasses will be provided to protect the eyes.  The procedure will take far less time than conventional methods, and cause far less anxiety and discomfort.

      If you are interested in a new, fresh approach to dental care and considering laser dentistry, we invite you to Archer Dental in Chicago. Call (773) 581-1345 and experience the difference that laser dentistry can make.

    What is laser dentistry?

    Laser dentistry is the branch of dentistry that utilizes lasers to treat various dental conditions that patients have. Dental lasers can be used to remove bacteria from infected tissue, promote healing of the tissue ( bio stimulation) or to reshape gums.

    What is dental laser used for?

    Dental laser has a wide range of application.

    • Removal of cavities

    • Disinfection of root canals

    • Biostimulation of the bone tissue for patients with implants

    • Removal of bonded porcelain crowns, veneers, bridges

    • Treat hypersensitivity (teeth sensitivity)

    • Biomodulation for TMJ

    • Healing of wounds, including dry socket after tooth extraction

    • Removal of tissue overgrowth, like fibroma or hemangioma

    • Gingival re-contouring and smile design

    • Treatment off gingival pigmentation, gingival moles and amalgam tattoos

    • Removal of the bacterial biofilm and excess gum tissue on the implants (peri-implantitis)

    • Uncovering impacted or partially erupted tooth

    • Snoring treatment

    • Labial frenectomy

    • Lingual frenectomy (tongue tie)

    • Photostimulation of cold sores to speed up healing

    • Facial aesthetic treatments to improve quality and appearance of skin

    What are the advantages and disadvantages of using laser in dentistry?

    Advantages of laser dentistry:

    • Less pain. Often laser procedures do not require anesthesia and are less painful.

    • Faster recovery time. Patient needs less time to recover from dental surgery, and there is less time to develop infection, since the wound closes faster.

    • No drilling. If you get anxious in the presence of dental drill this will be major advantage.

    Disadvantages of laser dentistry:

    • Laser can not be used for every dental procedure.

    • It can be costly. This advanced dental technology raises the cost off treatment.

    Dental glossary

    Laser biostimulation

    A form of Low Intensity Laser Therapy which improves healing of post operative tissues. The light energy stimulates the metabolic processes, inducing tissue regeneration.

    Dentin hypersensistivity

    A condition which causes the inner (dentin) layer of tooth to become exposed. This condition can develop as a result of receding gums. Patients experience sharp pain due to pressure or hot/cold beverages.

    Crown lengthening

    A surgical procedure that reduces gum tissue to expose more of the tooth surface. Some people seek crown lengthening to alter a “gummy smile,” in which the gums are visible above the teeth when smiling.

    Peri-implantitis

    Inflammatory process that affects soft and hard tissues around dental implants. The soft tissues become inflamed, while the hard tissue (alveolar bone), is lost over time.

    Periodontal pockets

    Periodontal pockets are spaces between the gum line and the teeth, that have become infected. When left untreated, these pockets can lead to tooth loss. Periodontal pockets are one of the major signs of gum disease.

    Frenectomy

    Frenulum is a small fold of tissue that prevents an organ in the body from moving too far. In dentistry, frenulum is referred to lingual or labial frenulum. Frenectomy is a process of removing or modifying that tissue.

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