Laser dentistry
Dental lasers are used mainly on soft tissue: they reshape gum, remove small growths and release a tight tongue-tie, while sealing small blood vessels as they cut. Dr.
Step by step
Laser dentistry
- Before
- Treatment
- After
Usually 1 visit of 20–60 minutes, with healing over 1–2 weeks and a short review.
A dental laser removes and reshapes soft tissue while sealing small blood vessels, so some gum procedures bleed less and often need no stitches. A laser is a tool and not a replacement for dental treatment: it suits some procedures and not others, and your dentist will tell you if a standard method is a better choice.
- Excess or uneven gum over the teeth
- Small soft-tissue growths or a tight tongue-tie
- Some gum disease procedures
- Painful mouth ulcers
Many procedures need only a numbing gel or a small injection. Eat soft, cool food for a day and avoid hot drinks, spicy food and alcohol-based mouthwash until the area settles.
The treated gum may look white or yellow for a few days and feel tender. It heals over 1–2 weeks. Keep brushing the other teeth as normal and clean gently near the area.
Call us if bleeding does not stop with 10 minutes of firm pressure on gauze, or if pain gets worse after day 3.
- Soreness and a coated white patch over the area for several days is normal.
- Not every case suits a laser. Deep tooth decay and fillings are not treated with soft-tissue lasers.
- Gum can heal unevenly or grow back in some cases, and a second visit may be needed.
- Eye safety is why everyone in the room wears laser safety glasses.
- Heat damage to nearby tissue is avoided by using short pulses and correct settings.
What affects the cost
We don't publish prices online. After an examination you get a written estimate that lists each item.
- Examination and a clear explanation of the procedure
- Laser safety glasses for you
- Numbing gel or local anaesthetic if needed
- The laser procedure
- A review visit
Questions patients ask
Is a dental laser safe?
Yes, when used by a trained dentist with correct settings and eye protection. The laser is used on small areas and for short periods.
Does it hurt?
Many soft-tissue procedures need only surface numbing gel or a small injection. You may feel warmth or pressure. Tell the dentist if you feel discomfort.
Is a laser better than a scalpel?
Not always. A laser can cause less bleeding and may avoid stitches, but both methods work well. Your dentist chooses based on the area and the aim of treatment.
Can a laser remove tooth decay?
Some lasers can prepare a tooth for a filling, but this depends on the type of laser and does not suit every cavity. Ask which procedures are offered.
How long does the gum take to heal?
Most people are comfortable within a few days and the gum looks normal in 1–2 weeks.
Questions about this treatment?
Send a WhatsApp message or book an examination. The dentist explains the options before anything starts.