The PowerLase® AT combines dentistry's two best laser wavelengths into one convenient, versatile system, increasing our treatment capabilities, and overall patient care and comfort.

The Hard Tissue Laser

Unlike the laser I was previously using, the PowerLase AT has allowed me to clean out cavities and prepare them for filling WITHOUT SHOTS more than 90% of the time.  The only exceptions are with very deep cavities where the decay is very close to the pulp of the tooth.  I am really excited about this laser because it really does do what the company that sells it claims that it does. 

PowerLase® AT  Laser Softcare™

Periodontal Disease Treatment - A patient friendly treatment of periodontal disease using the latest technology.

Laser Softcare™ can help eliminate infection and heal diseased gums which otherwise could lead to early tooth loss.

This is done without cutting the gums and drilling into the bone, which are the procedures which are the main components of Periodontal Surgery, one of the most painful dental procedures a patient can endure.  Ibuprophen, Tylenol or aspirin are all that is needed for discomfort after Laser Softcare and many patients need nothing at all. 

Cold Sores

Treating cold sores with low dose soft tissue laser energy will give immediate relief from the pain and discomfort of even large cold sores, and cut the healing time to only 4 or 5 days.

How does it work?

Tartar, associated with inflammation and occasional bleeding gums, is removed from the root surface of the tooth using an ultrasonic scaler and small instruments.Then, a small amount of light energy from a laser is directed through a tiny fiber, which is gently placed between the gum and tooth. This light energy aids in reducing the bacteria associated with the disease. After the area is thoroughly cleaned, the body can heal the area naturally.

A tiny fiber is placed between the gum and teeth. The actual procedure can be virtually painless. 

Does it hurt?

Although the procedure itself can be virtually painless, the area may be anesthetized for your comfort. In this way the laser can be precisely directed for treatment. Post-procedure discomfort is typically less intense and of shorter duration than conventional periodontal surgery.

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