Discover the Amazing Benefits of Laser Gum Surgery

Periodontal (gum) disease is one of the most common oral health problems; according to one estimate, it afflicts roughly half of adults in the U.S. In some cases, it can be reversed via conservative means, but in other instances, surgery is necessary. If you believe you have gum disease, get in touch with the Sunrise Dental Service team. We offer multiple treatments that may be able to get your oral health back on track, including laser gum surgery. What is laser gum surgery, and what advantages does it offer? This blog post explains.

What Is Laser Gum Surgery?

Dr. Makadia uses a highly advanced Nd: YAG laser to perform periodontal surgery. The details of the procedure vary from case to case, but essentially, he uses the laser to kill harmful bacteria in the gums and remove diseased tissue. Thereafter, the gums are better able to reattach to the teeth, resulting in a significant reduction (or elimination) of periodontal pockets. (Periodontal pockets are spaces between the gums and teeth where bacteria tend to accumulate.)

Often, laser gum surgery can play a great role in stopping gum disease in its tracks. Therefore, it may also reduce your risk of the systemic health problems that are often associated with gum disease, including heart attack, stroke, and dementia.

Reasons to Choose Laser Gum Surgery

Laser gum surgery is not the only surgical procedure that can address gum disease. Some practitioners still use traditional methods, which involve scalpels, sutures, and other basic tools. While traditional gum surgery can be effective, it is inferior to laser-based treatment. Here are some reasons why you should choose laser gum surgery if possible:

• The laser cauterizes as it moves, resulting in minimal bleeding and eliminating the need for sutures.
• Recovery time after laser gum surgery is much shorter than it is with traditional methods.
• The laser can stimulate the growth of new tissue, including connective tissues, collagen, and bone.
• The laser encourages the gums to reattach to the teeth. This helps to get rid of troublesome periodontal pockets.
• Laser-based treatments are more comfortable than traditional options.
• The laser’s bacteria-killing power means that there is almost no risk of infection. In fact, research indicates that the Nd: YAG laser eliminates as much as 99.9% of bacteria.

Are you concerned about gum disease? Dr. Makadia and our team are ready to help with our advanced technology and extensive expertise.

Meet the Practice

Under the leadership of Dr. Makadia, Sunrise Dental Service proudly provides top-quality general oral health services to Bohemia and the surrounding Long Island communities. Lasers are just one of the advanced technologies in our office. If you would like to find out more about how we can help you enjoy a healthy smile, contact us at 631-405-4390.