Laser Treatment for Gum Disease
The Benefits Of Using Lasers During Periodontal Therapy
Lasers have now entered the world of dentistry as an adjunct to scaling and root planing. Research suggests that they may improve the effectiveness of the procedure. In addition, when the lasers are used properly during periodontal therapy there can be less bleeding, swelling and discomfort to the patient during surgery. Each laser has different wavelengths and power levels that can be used safely and effectively during different periodontal procedures. Laser therapy is one of the newest ways to kill bacteria. Its main advantage is that it seems to stimulate healing.
The treatment works effectively where by we at Tracey Bell, identify the type of bacteria that is causing you the problem and how your immune system is responding to it.
We can eliminate the pathogens in your mouth causing you your issues, with the help of this newly innovative, world-leading concept. We can establish a healthy foundation for your teeth so you can keep them as long as possible and avoid extraction.
How We Cure Periodontal Disease in Four Simple Steps at Tracey Bell
Step 1:
The bacteria are objectively tested pre and post treatment to validate the results achieved.
The periodontal pockets are thoroughly decontaminated with a laser.
The entire treatment is executed with a microscope.
To maintain the results achieved after the treatment, simple and immediate treatment may be necessary, as may be revealed by regular check-ups.
Benefits of Laser Treatment:
- Anaesthesia is not needed.
- It immediately eliminates bleeding of the gums.
- Eliminates discomfort caused by the surgery.
- It Reduces and/or eliminates the mobility of the teeth.
- It seals periodontal pockets.
- Periodontal tissues are regenerated: bone and ligament.
- It keeps many more elements in function..
- It has a greater index of success.
- It allows for an easy solution in case of relapse.
- It reduces economic and biological costs.
Antibiotic Therapy
Antibiotics are rarely used as the bacteria of today can resist them. It makes it far harder to cure certain infections. The resistance is due to the over use of antibiotics and when they are taken incorrectly. Most form of periodotitis can be treated without antibiotics. We only use them when absolutely necessary.
Antimicrobial therapy is the use of chemicals to kill or slow down the growth of bacteria that cause periodontal disease. The two most common forms of this therapy are antiseptics and antibiotics.
Antiseptics are found in mouth rinses. They usually are used to help prevent periodontal disease.
Antibiotics are used to kill specific bacteria. They are placed under the gums or given as pills to treat gum disease. Antibiotic pills typically are given only for acute infections. Acute and chronic gum infections require a procedure called scaling and root planing. Some people also need periodontal surgery.
Preparation
Firstly...
…you will attend a scaling and root planning session. The plaque and tartar are removed from your gum line.
…you will be prescribed a specific antiseptic rinse. You may also buy this over the counter as they do not need a prescription.
…oral antibiotics, if you receive them, are taken over a period of 7-10 days.
OLocal therapy may also be performed, where we apply antibiotics directly to the mouth. This can take several forms:
- Gel: contains doxycycline under your gums. The area is sealed and covered with a special bandage called a periodontal pack. After 7 to 10 days, your dentist removes the bandage and any remaining gel.
- Powder: We squirt a powder containing minocycline under your gums. The powder dissolves over three weeks.
We use the dental laser, after root planing and scaling. The laser tip is placed in the space between your tooth and gum, it is moved around the entire tooth. This process begins from the base of each pocket. At Tracey Bell, we can treat your whole mouth at one time. This will eliminate the bacteria in the pockets throughout your mouth, creating a new haven for your teeth in an antiseptically clean mouth.
