With Fotona, laser treatment in dentistry is already a reality in Portugal. Discover the advantages and applications.
The time when a visit to the dentist was synonymous with pain and fear has passed. With medicine advancing and technology growing, new breakthroughs have emerged. Now, a dental treatment can be quite simple, quick, painless, and the advent of the laser has proven just that. With the Fotona laser, laser treatment in dental medicine is already a reality at Atelier do Sorriso, in Almancil, in the Algarve, Portugal.
The use of laser in the dentist’s daily practice allows for the optimization of their dental procedures. Laser intervention is more precise and specific than a conventional intervention.
From orthodontics to endodontics, periodontology, or oral surgery, the laser is today an important ally of the dentist, allowing various procedures to be carried out without anesthesia and without pain.
Currently, laser technology is a fundamental tool in the dental office, and at Atelier do Sorriso, in the center of Algarve, we use the most renowned one: Fotona Laser!
When applied correctly, the laser allows providing patients with innovative treatments in all specialties of dental medicine, both in soft tissues and hard tissues, and brings immense advantages to the patient, which we will see later in this article.
🏥 Use of Laser Dentistry in Portugal:
- Cavity Treatment / Cavity Preparation: The use of laser can make the process of cavity removal faster and less invasive, reducing the need for anesthesia and preserving more healthy dental tissue.
- Dental Sensitivity: The laser can be used to seal exposed dentin tubules, reducing dental sensitivity and improving patient comfort.
- Tartar Removal: The laser can help remove tartar and bacterial plaque without damaging the dental enamel, reducing the need for invasive procedures.
- Crown Lengthening: The laser can be used to gently remove excess gum tissue, creating more space between the teeth and improving aesthetic appearance.
- Gummy Smile: The laser can be used to reshape the gum tissue and improve the appearance of the smile, reducing the amount of exposed gum.
- Frenectomies: The laser can be used to remove the labial or lingual frenum quickly and accurately, reducing post-operative discomfort.
- Wisdom Teeth Removal: The laser produces a localized analgesic response, reducing pain, swelling, inflammation, and accelerating the healing process after the removal of wisdom teeth.
- Removal of Fibroses: The laser can be used to remove fibrous or hyperplastic lesions, avoiding the need for invasive surgical procedures.
- Removal of Herpes and Canker Sores: The laser can be used for the treatment of cold sores, removing oral lesions quickly and accurately, reducing post-operative discomfort.
- Removal of Lesions on the Tongue: The laser can be used to remove lesions on the tongue, such as papillomas or precancerous lesions, quickly and accurately.
- Stain Removal: The laser can be used in conjunction with other stain removal methods, such as microabrasion, for more effective and lasting results.
- Bruxism / Teeth Grinding: The laser can be used to help relax the jaw muscles and reduce bruxism.
- Teeth Whitening: The laser activates the whitening agents present in the whitening gel, speeding up the whitening process and improving the aesthetic appearance of the teeth.
- Endodontics: The laser can be used to help disinfect root canals during root canal treatment, improving the efficacy of the procedure and reducing the chance of infections.
- Pediatric Dentistry: The use of laser in pediatric dentistry provides less invasive procedures, with less pain and bleeding, resulting in greater comfort and safety for children.
- Sterilization / Preparation for Sealants: The laser can be used to sterilize dental cavities before the application of sealants, reducing the chance of infections and improving the adherence of materials.
- Preparation of Enamel for Fissure Sealants: The laser can be used to create a texture on the tooth surface that increases the adherence of the sealant, making it more effective in preventing caries.
- Surgery for Exposure of Impacted Canines: The laser can be used to remove gum and bone tissue covering an impacted tooth, allowing it to grow properly.
- Disinfection of Dental Canals: The laser eliminates bacteria and microorganisms in dental canals, preventing future infections and reducing treatment time.
- Acceleration of Orthodontic Treatment: The laser stimulates bone resorption and accelerates the movement of teeth, reducing treatment time and increasing its efficacy.
- Treatment of Post-Surgical Paresthesia: The laser stimulates nerve regeneration, helping to restore compromised nerve function and reducing recovery time after surgery.
- Snoring: The laser can be applied to the throat tissue to tone it and reduce the vibrations that cause snoring. This laser treatment for snoring provides relief for those who suffer from snoring and can improve sleep quality for both the patient and their partner.
✅ Advantages of Using Laser in Dentistry:
- More precise and less invasive treatments;
- Without the need for drills and anesthesia;
- Reduces the duration of the procedure;
- Accelerates the healing process post-operation;
- Less painful post-operation;
- No scars or sutures;
- Bacterial infections are minimal because the laser sterilizes the site of the intervention;
- Can be used on medicated patients;
- Painless treatment and therefore more appealing to children or people afraid of going to the dentist.
- Reduces bleeding and assists in the coagulation process in small soft tissue surgeries.
In dentistry, we treat oral cavity lesions while preserving as much healthy structure as possible. To adhere to the principles of minimally invasive dentistry, it is necessary to take full advantage of the knowledge and technologies available, such as laser technology.
With significant advantages, it is increasingly sought after by patients. Both children and adults can benefit from the advantages of laser treatment, under the guidance of their dentist.
Learn about the treatments using Fotona Laser available at our clinic in the Algarve.
At Atelier do Sorriso in Almancil, Portugal, we strive to provide the best safety, comfort, and professionalism for our patients.
With the use of Fotona Laser, we aim to offer numerous benefits for dental treatments and procedures, thereby ensuring a more pleasant dental visit and results beyond expectations.
We are 5-star rated on Google Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Listed among the Best Dentists in the Algarve.
Find out about our treatments using the Fotona Laser Dentistry in the Algarve, Portugal.
Call (+351) 915 550 999 ℹ️ or use the form below to schedule your appointment at Atelier do Sorriso Clinic in Almancil, located in the center of Algarve.
