Waterlase
Patented Hydrophotonic™ Technology
Waterlase® Dentistry uses a
patented technology combining YSGG laser energy and a spray of water, a
process called HydroPhotonics™, to perform a wide range of dental
procedures on teeth, gum and bone more comfortably. Typically, Waterlase
Dentists use fewer shots and less anesthesia reducing patient anxiety and
providing a more relaxing dental experience.
Fewer Shots & Less
Anesthesia
Waterlase® is a versatile tool that allows dentists to cut
teeth, bone and gum tissue with less trauma and do procedures that can’t be
done with traditional tools such as the drill and scalpel. Your Waterlase®
dentist will determine what type of treatment is appropriate for your
needs.
Proven Technology, Comfortable Care
Lasers have long
been the standard of care in medicine for many surgical and cosmetic
procedures such as LASIK, wrinkle removal, hair removal and many others. The
Waterlase® was approved for hard tissue procedures in 1998 and since has been
cleared for numerous additional dental procedures. Thousands of dentists
around the world have performed millions of procedures with less need for
shots, anesthesia, drills and post-op numb lips.
Patient Comfort
Heat,
vibration and pressure are the primary causes of pain associated with the use
of the traditional dental drill. Since cutting both hard and soft tissues
(teeth and gums) with the Waterlase® does not generate heat, vibration or
pressure, many dental procedures can be performed with fewer shots, less need
for anesthesia, less use of the drill and fewer numb lips! Additionally, using
the Waterlase® for gum procedures reduces bleeding, post-operative pain,
swelling and the need for pain medication in many cases.
Accuracy &
Precision
Waterlase® dentists are able to remove tooth enamel decay (the
hardest substance in the body), bone and gum tissue precisely while leaving
surrounding areas unaffected. This conserves and allows you to keep more of
the healthy tooth structure.
Reduced Trauma
High speed drills
can cause hairline cracks and fractures in the teeth that eventually lead to
future dental problems. Waterlase® reduces damage to healthy portions of the
tooth and minimizes trauma.
Improved Cavity Fillings
Waterlase®
cavity preparations can increase bond strength of tooth-colored restoration
resulting in longer lasting fillings.
Less Bleeding & Swelling
Due
to its conservative, gentle cutting action and coagulating capabilities, the
Waterlase® performs many soft tissue (gum) procedures with little or no
bleeding and less post-op swelling.
Fewer Dental Visits
Since
you often do not need shots or anesthesia, a Waterlase® dentist can perform
cavity preps in all areas of the mouth in just one visit. This technology also
gives trained Waterlase® dentists the ability to perform many procedures that
were previously referred to specialists.
Versatility
The
Waterlase® is extremely versatile. It can be used for a wide range of hard and
soft tissue procedures. From decay removal, cavity preparation, root canals,
smile design, gum and bone surgical procedures and many others.