Laser DentistryIn Shelby Township
Experience the future of dental care with advanced soft-tissue laser technology. Our LightScalpel laser is designed specifically for precise gum and oral soft-tissue procedures, offering a more comfortable experience and faster healing compared to traditional surgical methods.
Why should I choose laser dental treatment?
This innovative approach uses focused light energy instead of traditional surgical tools to perform soft-tissue dental procedures with remarkable precision. By choosing laser treatment, many patients experience less discomfort during procedures and often require less anesthesia. The laser helps sterilize the treatment area as it works, which can reduce the risk of infection and support faster healing. Patients also appreciate that laser procedures typically involve minimal bleeding and swelling compared to conventional techniques. Whether you need gum contouring, a frenectomy (tongue-tie or lip-tie release), or soft-palate laser treatment to help reduce snoring, laser dentistry offers a gentler, more comfortable option designed to make your dental experience calmer and more efficient.
The Benefits of Laser Dentistry
More Comfortable Experience
Soft-tissue laser dentistry often requires less anesthesia than traditional surgical methods and eliminates the need for scalpels or sutures. Because there is no drilling, vibration, or pressure on teeth, many patients find laser procedures more comfortable and less anxiety-provoking.
Faster Healing Time
The precision of laser treatment means less trauma to surrounding soft tissue, resulting in reduced swelling, minimal bleeding, and less post-procedure discomfort. In many cases, patients are able to resume normal activities immediately after treatment.
Preservation of Healthy Tissue
Soft-tissue lasers allow for highly targeted treatment, removing or reshaping only the tissue that needs attention while preserving surrounding healthy areas. For gum procedures, this means precise contouring and cleaner results with minimal impact on nearby tissue.
The Laser Treatment Process
Comprehensive Evaluation
Comprehensive Evaluation
Your journey begins with a thorough examination to determine whether soft-tissue laser treatment is appropriate for your specific needs. We’ll explain how laser therapy may benefit your condition and take time to answer all your questions, ensuring you feel fully informed and comfortable before moving forward.
Personalized Treatment
Personalized Treatment
On the day of your procedure, your comfort is our priority. Most soft-tissue laser treatments require minimal or no anesthesia. The laser is precisely directed at the treatment area to gently reshape or remove soft tissue—such as during gum contouring, frenectomy, or soft-palate treatment—while minimizing impact on surrounding tissue. Most patients experience little to no discomfort during the procedure.
Rapid Recovery
Rapid Recovery
One of the key advantages of soft-tissue laser dentistry is the short recovery time. After your procedure, you’ll receive simple aftercare instructions. Many patients experience minimal swelling or bleeding and are able to return to normal activities the same day. Any necessary follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor healing and ensure optimal results.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
Absolutely. Dental lasers have been used safely for decades and are FDA-approved for numerous dental procedures. Our advanced laser systems are designed with multiple safety features, and our team has received training in laser dentistry techniques. The precision of laser treatment actually reduces risks associated with traditional dental procedures while promoting faster healing.
Most patients report significantly less discomfort with soft-tissue laser procedures compared to traditional surgical methods. The laser’s precision helps minimize trauma to surrounding tissue, and many treatments require little to no anesthesia. Patients may notice a mild warming sensation during treatment, but procedures are generally well tolerated and often described as virtually pain-free. Because laser treatments do not involve scalpels or sutures—and avoid the noise and vibration associated with traditional instruments—many patients find the experience less stressful and more comfortable overall.
Dental lasers are highly effective for a variety of soft-tissue dental procedures. We use our soft-tissue laser for treatments such as gum disease therapy, crown lengthening, frenectomies (including tongue-tie and lip-tie release), cold sore treatment, and cosmetic gum contouring to improve the appearance of a “gummy smile.” Laser technology may also be used for soft-palate treatment to help reduce snoring in appropriate patients.
During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your needs and discuss whether they can be addressed using our soft-tissue laser technology, ensuring a comfortable and precise treatment approach.
Soft palate laser treatment is a minimally invasive procedure designed to help reduce snoring by gently tightening and reshaping soft palate tissue. This helps limit vibration during sleep and can improve airflow in appropriate patients.
Soft palate laser treatment is quick, comfortable, and performed right here in the practice. There are no incisions or sutures, and downtime is minimal. Many patients notice improved sleep quality and reduced snoring shortly after treatment, benefiting both the patient and their partner.
A laser frenectomy is a precise procedure used to release a restrictive tongue-tie or lip-tie. Using advanced laser technology allows for exceptional accuracy while minimizing trauma to surrounding tissue.
Laser frenectomies typically involve less discomfort, minimal bleeding, and faster healing compared to traditional techniques. The laser seals tissue as it works, often eliminating the need for stitches. Benefits may include improved speech, easier eating and swallowing, and overall enhanced oral function.
