Superheroes Aren't the Only Ones With Lasers!

 

In a world where everything is getting, smaller, quicker, and more efficient, it makes sense that pediatric dentistry is following. Anderson Pediatric Dentistry is proud to offer laser dentistry in our office with our state-of-the-art WaterLase Laser. 

While most of our procedures are still done the traditional way, laser dentistry can offer our patients an alternative treatment plan.

WaterLase dentistry uses laser energy and a gentle spray of water, allowing us to perform a wide range of dental procedures without the heat, vibration, and pressure of a dental drill. For many procedures we are able to use less anesthetic, meaning fewer shots for your child. Using the WaterLase laser for dental procedures is usually, faster and more comfortable for the child, so we may be able to do more extensive treatments in less appointments. The laser can also be more precise, allowing us to save more healthy parts of the tooth and gums. 

 

So, what do we use the WaterLase laser for and when is it an option?

 

The WaterLase laser at Anderson Pediatric Dentistry can be used for many treatments, ranging from cavities to periodontal disease. It can treat areas on the gums, as well as the teeth. 

 

But, perhaps its most exciting and beneficial use for our clients, is for tongue and lip-tie treatment. The WaterLase laser offers us a quick and precise treatment option to help infants and young children who are suffering from negative impacts due to a tight frenulum causing tongue and/or lip-tie.

 

If your infant or young child is suffering from tongue and or lip-tie, their pediatrician may recommend a procedure called a frenectomy, in which the tight connective tissue that is causing the problems, is cut. A frenectomy done using our WaterLase Laser uses cool water to make the incision, causing virtually no bleeding or pain, no risk of infection, and almost instantaneous healing for infants. It’s also quicker, which is always a benefit for babies and young children.

 

If your child has tongue-tie, lip-tie, or both, a frenectomy may be the correct treatment plan to enable them to nurse and/or eat better, thus allowing them to thrive and grow.  Give us a call today at 864-760-1440 so that we can schedule an appointment to discuss if our Waterlase laser is right for you. Let us ease the discomfort and help your child have Something to Smile About!