Shedding light on a bacteria-fighting powerhouse — laser dentistry!
At Advanced Dental, we distinguish ourselves positively from other dentist’s offices in Aliso Viejo, California, and beyond. Notably, we do so with advanced expertise courtesy of our experienced dentist, Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula, and our board-certified periodontist, Dr. Joseph C. Yang. State-of-the-art technologies complement their considerable knowledge and experience, notably laser dentistry.
Lasers help us to better care for our patients. They also support the safest and most precise treatment. When in our dentist’s capable hands, lasers present a versatile way to enhance many dental services. Many patients, in fact, can benefit from their prowess in bacterial reduction.
The trouble with bacteria
Periodontal (gum) disease can threaten the teeth and is one of the top contributors to tooth loss. When the sticky, bacteria-containing film or plaque is allowed to build up on the teeth and at the gum line, toxins may be released that eventually erode the gums that protect and support the teeth. Without treatment, the disease progresses to periodontitis and can also break down the supportive bone in the jaw. As the gums recede or pull away from the teeth, periodontal pockets form that further harbor destructive pathogens.
With lasers for soft tissue/gum treatment, we can remove bacteria from these pockets precisely, thoroughly, and painlessly.
The process
Generally, the laser device is directed toward the targeted area or those pockets that harbor the bacteria. Then, the laser delivers energy, which goes to work to kill the disease-causing pathogens. Bacterial reduction with laser therapy may be suitable for the following:
- Clean out the pockets
- Support healthy tissue reattachment
- Resolve active disease
- Address continued inflammation and infections among those who were treated with other techniques
The specific benefits over more invasive or traditional techniques include:
- Highly targeted treatment
- Tissues outside of the site remain untouched
- Risk of pain, bleeding, and other side effects and complications are minimized
- Non-diseased tissues remain intact for a particularly safe and conservative process
- Can be included in regular check-ups easily and completed in minutes
- Triggering sights such as scalpels are avoided for a fear-free procedure
- Use of needles and anesthetic to numb the site is not essential for comfort
Laser-assisted bacterial reduction not only works to effectively reach those areas that can’t be reached with other interventions (like anti-microbial rinses), but it is also gentle, efficient, and predictable. Call Advanced Dental today at (949) 289-9993 if you are due for a check-up. By maintaining regular visits to our office in Aliso Viejo, CA, you can avoid the need for any treatments whatsoever, including laser dentistry for bacterial reduction.
Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula
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Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula has been practicing dentistry for over 15 years. After advanced training at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, she relocated to Orange County, CA in 2015. Dr. Chitra is a member of the American Dental Association and California Dental Association. Committed to continuous education, she provides top-quality dental services using the latest advancements.
Dr. Joseph C. Yang
Dr. Joseph C. Yang has over 20 years of dental practice experience. He earned his B.S. from Washington University in St. Louis, MO, and his D.D.S. from the University of Illinois, Chicago. He then had a distinguished 25-year career as a U.S. Naval Dental Officer, including a residency in Periodontology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Yang is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Periodontology. As a board-certified Periodontist, he has performed thousands of successful periodontal and implant procedures. He is also a renowned lecturer and trainer in the latest implant and periodontal techniques worldwide.