What is Waterlase?
The Waterlase is a dental laser that enables the dentist to use minimal and sometimes no anesthetic or drills to perform many routine dental procedures. The Waterlase combines water, air, and laser energy for safe use on human tissue in the mouth. Our teeth are partially made up of water, and when the laser makes contact with the tooth, it excites the water molecules to cut through the tooth. Since the laser continuously sprays out water, it keeps the tooth hydrated preventing heat and giving you a virtually pain-free experience.
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When is Waterlase Used?
The Waterlase can be used to either perform or expedite many procedures, including:
- Cavity preparation
- Dentin and enamel procedures
- Gum lifts and reshaping
- Removal of decay
- Soft tissue procedures
Benefits of Waterlase
- Adjacent teeth remain unaffected
- Faster and stronger bonding of fillings
- Less of the healthy tooth is removed
- Minimal bleeding during and after procedures
- No noise, heat, or unpleasant vibrations
- Pinpoint accuracy generates better results
- Reduced number of dental visits
- Reduced risk of post-surgical infection
Waterlase FAQs
Waterlase is not painful. Unlike dental drills, Waterlase is heat and drill-free, quiet, and gentle. It also doesn't require anesthetic shots. Waterlase is designed to be comfortable and typically causes less bleeding and swelling than traditional dental procedures. You shouldn't experience any pain during Waterlase treatment.
Waterlase is very safe. It is a safer alternative to dental drills, which can be less gentle and cause bleeding, swelling, and tenderness during and after treatment.
Waterlase treatment is often more precise than procedures performed with a dental drill, which can significantly reduce treatment time. Not to mention, it doesn't require anesthetic shots prior to treatment, which can increase treatment time and take a while to wear off after your procedure.
Waterlase can be used in many dental procedures, including cavity removal, tooth extractions, gum disease treatment, gum reshaping, various cosmetic dentistry procedures, and other dental treatments.