Precise Treatment With REPAIR

In addition to treatments like LANAP, we also offer a solution that can treat the diseased portions of your smile without damaging the surrounding tissues at the same time. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about precise and accurate treatment with REPAIR laser dentistry with Waterlase.

Don’t Ignore Sore, Bleeding Gums

Symptoms of gum disease include a variety of changes to your smile. You should let us know if you notice your gums bleed easily, or if they swell, feel red, or are sore. If they recede, making the teeth appear longer, this could also be a sign of periodontal issues. The disease forms when the gums become inflamed, known as gingivitis, and there isn’t treatment to reverse the inflammation. The factors behind the disease could include poor brushing and flossing habits, infrequent dental cleanings, tobacco use, and a diet high in sugar and starch. This could occur due to a family history of the disease and even the presence of inflammatory illnesses.

REPAIR with WaterLase

Our team will start with a detailed examination using advanced imagery, so we can make a diagnosis with precision and accuracy. Once we understand the cause and extent of your periodontal issues, we will move forward with treatment. For some, we will use dental lasers to trim away the diseased portions of your smile. With the REPAIR system, the laser is also accompanied by a gentle stream of water, which helps ensure the procedure is comfortable. The treatment only takes one visit, and you can usually return to your normal routine after 24 to 48 hours of rest. The system allows us to then manage your gum disease with holistic and preventive treatments moving forward, keeping your smile healthy and whole.

Benefits for Your Surrounding Tissues

The laser can target areas with precision, which means there is no damage to healthy gums. Since this requires no sutures or scalpels, the area heals much quicker and you usually don’t need anesthesia as part of the treatment experience. The lasers destroy pockets of bacteria to better control the disease, and provides treatment tailored to your smile specifically. If you have any questions about how we design and treat gum disease, or about treatments like REPAIR with WaterLase, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy good oral health, and a smile you can’t wait to show to the world!

Schedule a Visit With Our Team Soon

We want to help protect your smile from the complications of untreated periodontal disease. To find out more about our advanced and comfortable treatment options, give us a call at our office in Encinitas, CA today at 760-642-0711 and schedule your next appointment!