The Benefits Of Laser Dentistry

Long Island is one of the most well-known locations in the world, thanks to its location in New York City and its status as the most populated island in the US. That large, diverse population does share some common issues, however, and one of those is a need for regular dental care. At Stony Brook Family Dentistry, we believe in using the latest technologies to deliver the best care to our patients. One of those modern innovations is laser dentistry, and if you’re not clear on what it is or why it’s so great, you should take a closer look.

Laser dentistry uses a laser to provide solutions to numerous dental issues – particularly cosmetic dentistry issues. Thanks to modern advances in laser technology, we can utilize lasers to handle a variety of different dental jobs. Here’s a look at some of the benefits laser technology offers to our patients.

• No Drills or Shots – Sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? But it really is a fact. Thanks to the use of concentrated light and heat from a laser, many common dental procedures can be completed without pain, without the use of a drill, and without the need for numbing shots. For those who fear the dentist more than they do public speaking, that’s a big deal.

• Diverse – At Stony Brook, we actually utilize three different types of lasers depending on the situation. This means that laser dentistry can be used for a variety of issues. Lasers can detect cavities, treat periodontal disease, prepare tissues for different procedures, perform biopsies, treat cold sores, stop tooth sensitivity, and even repair cavities.

• Precise – Even the most skilled dentist will benefit from using lasers, and their very nature means that better precision is possible in every procedure. Instead of bulky tools, a delicate laser takes care of the job with maximum precision.

• Less Discomfort – Yes, this was touched on above. But beyond just pain, there are other uncomfortable aspects of dentistry that lasers help eliminate. Things like the sounds of scraping or drilling and the sensation of having multiple tools in your mouth at once are a thing of the past thanks to laser dentistry.

If you’re one of the many who haven’t yet experienced the benefits of laser dentistry, you might want to consider giving it a chance. It’s becoming the future of dentistry with good reason, and is likely to change your opinions on dental procedures. Contact us to set up an appointment today.