Got a cavity? Don’t like needles? Ask Dr Pathak if Laser fillings are right for you!
Why consider Laser Dental Fillings?
- No or greatly reduced need for anesthesia (needles)
- Minimally invasive procedure
- Selective caries removal (opposed to a dental drill which can require more removal of healthy tooth structure)
- Dental laser is more attracted to decay than to healthy tooth structure
- No microfracturing of enamel
- Increased bond strength of filling materials
- Smear layer removal and disinfection of preparation
- Concurrent gum treatments possible if decay extends to or below gum level
- No Drill sound or vibrations
- Laser pulp caps may prevent the need for root canals in deep cavities
When are lasers not recommended for fillings?
- When a metal (amalgam) restoration is to be removed
- Very large cavities may require anesthesia and be time consuming to complete using a laser alone