Laser Gum Therapy
Gum disease is caused by the bacteria infection in the periodontal pockets. Periodontal pockets are present in people infected with gum disease as the gum is detached from the teeth due to the disease. These pockets are very challenging to keep clean and rarely cause pain. The first step of treatment for gum disease is root planing. This is where we remove the contaminated superficial part of the root by ultrasonic instruments and scaling. The laser then can effectively disinfect the inside of the periodontal pocket after a thorough root planing procedure. The laser beam also sterilizes the affect area and seals off blood vessels minimizing chances of future infections. Inflamed gum tissue can now be easily removed thus slowing the process of gum disease. This procedure is called Laser Curettage. It is a quicker and better way than any of the traditional procedures for mild to moderate periodontal disease.