Helping Your Smile With The REPAIR With WaterLase System

When you have periodontal disease, then you need treatment to manage the disease and protect your smile from issues like adult tooth loss. To manage the disease and keep smiles whole, we could employ dental lasers. In today’s blog, your Encinitas/San Diego, CA, periodontist talks about the REPAIR with WaterLase system.

The Warning Signs of Gum Disease

When should you see our team for laser treatment? Your general dentist or orthodontist may refer you to our office at the first signs of gum disease, so we can offer care to manage it and protect your smile from uncomfortable symptoms and tooth loss. But you can also make an appointment when the common symptoms of periodontal disease start to become apparent. For example, if your gums look redder than usual, feel sore, or if they bleed easily. As the disease progresses, you could experience swelling, or in contrast, recession that makes teeth appear longer. Don’t ignore these symptoms, we can help, even if the disease is in the more advanced stages!

Help with the REPAIR System

The REPAIR with WaterLase system uses a special laser that is calibrated to handle soft tissue concerns, and is accompanied by a steady stream of gently running water, which helps protect the area and minimize the impact of the lasers. The system can be used to trim away diseased portions of the gums so that healthy ones can connect to the teeth. In the process, we reshape the gum line for better symmetry and a more attractive appearance.

Lasers can target areas of the smile with precision to prevent damage to healthy structures. They also take one visit to complete the procedure, and since there are no scalpels and sutures, the areas heal much faster. In fact, you could return to your normal routine in as little as 24 hours in some cases. The risk of swelling, bleeding, and infection is much lower too.

Managing Your Gum Health

What happens after your treatment? Once we complete care with our lasers, you will recover and return to your normal activities after a day or two of rest. Our team will then use preventive and holistic treatments to better manage the issue and safeguard your smile. For example, we can conduct cleanings and Supportive Periodontal Maintenance every three to four months, or we could recommend options like Ozone Therapy. If you have any questions, then contact our team today to learn more.

Schedule Your Appointment for Periodontal Treatment

We want to help you smile with confidence and enjoy results that protect your smile’s stability. To learn more about how we treat and manage your gum health, call Dr. Ann Kania in Encinitas, CA, today at 760-642-0711.