Shining a light on the benefits of laser dentistry for “deep cleaning,” gum disease treatment
All patients at Advanced Dental can benefit from a “standard” cleaning. These routine, 6-month cleanings generally remove what a regular toothbrush can’t: destructive plaque build-up or tartar. However, these cleanings have their limitations. For some patients with active gum disease, a “deep cleaning” may be just what Dr. Chitra Tiruveedula and board-certified periodontist Dr. Joseph C. Yang ordered.
Traditionally, the deep cleaning scaling and root planing technique involves manually scraping the “bad stuff,” bacteria and plaque, from below the gum line and using special instruments to smooth the irregularly textured root surfaces that attract disease-causing substances. We are big fans of laser dentistry here and are happy to provide a minimally invasive, highly precise, and fast alternative to the conventional SRP/deep cleaning, as well as a range of other services traditionally offered by dentist’s offices.
Laser-assisted cleanings
Lasers are generally considered a “light-touch” alternative to traditional dental instruments used to perform dentistry services. With lasers incorporated into gum disease treatment and deep cleaning therapies, our skilled dentists can direct the laser device precisely toward the damaged areas. The energy from the laser beam is then used to conservatively break down the bacteria and plaque that build up on the teeth and collect inside the periodontal pockets that form between the teeth and gums.
These pockets or spaces indicate gum disease and grow larger and deeper if the condition is not addressed correctly or promptly. By also removing bacteria and other “nasties” from these pockets, we also help to give your gums a “clean slate.” It’s like giving these tissues that support your teeth a fresh start. Healing and regeneration of the tissues are encouraged.
Lasers may also be used to remove diseased tissues, too. The removal, repositioning, and other adjustments to the gums and tissues via laser dentistry are all gentle. Local anesthetic may not be necessary because the process is tolerated well by most patients. Laser therapies also preserve the utmost tissue outside of the treatment area. The less invasive nature of lasers promotes the best experience before and after treatment and is associated with minimal pain, bleeding, and swelling post-cleaning or procedure.
We could go on and on about the benefits of laser dentistry at Advanced Dental. But we encourage you to experience them for yourself. Call (949) 289-9993 to schedule an appointment at our Aliso Viejo, CA office today.
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.