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Laser Gum Treatment & Laser Use in Dentistry Turkey Cost

Laser Gum Treatment & Laser Use in Dentistry in Turkey, Istanbul

The laser's ability to focus on very small points and emit a lot of energy, its use in various surgeries and especially in dentistry has made it popular in dental treatment. Yes, today laser-assisted treatments are used in many procedures in dentistry. One of these is the treatment of gum diseases.

What is laser gum treatment?

Laser gum treatment is a safe method used to treat gum diseases, mostly caused by poor hygiene, such as bad breath, bleeding, swollen or receding gums, etc. This treatment is a procedure of using laser light that produces a small beam of intense light energy, which is used instead of traditional methods. The laser offers a more comfortable treatment as it does not damage the surrounding areas during the treatment of soft tissues. In addition, those who suffer from the chair-sitting syndrome used in dental treatments or who are concerned about pain during the procedure can choose the laser treatment method.

You can find very detailed information about gum diseases that can be treated with laser and laser procedures in this article.

What gum diseases can be treated with laser?

Gum health and dental health are directly related to each other. Gum diseases can be seen in all age groups, progress slowly and may not be recognized immediately. If left untreated, gum disease can eventually spread to the surrounding bones and even cause tooth loss. Laser treatment is an extremely comfortable method used in the treatment of gum diseases.

Gum diseases that can be treated with laser are as follows:

Gum inflammation

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease. It starts with red, swollen gums that bleed when brushing or flossing. Plaque and tartar infections affect the gums and cause bad breath. Bleeding, erythema and edema are noticed in the gums. Neglected gingivitis can lead to the infection spreading to the periodontal fibers supporting the gums or perhaps to the jawbone.

Periodontitis

This is a situation where gingivitis is left untreated and the infection progresses to the periodontal fibers and the jawbone.

    Mild periodontitis

    This is when bacteria seep under the gums and affect the jawbone. The teeth move away from the gums and pockets form in the gums. Bacteria settle in these pockets.

    Moderate periodontitis

    Bacteria have started to erode the ligaments, soft tissues and bone that hold the teeth in place. Inflammation is noticeable around your gum line.

    Advanced periodontitis

    Bone loss has started. Teeth become loose and loose. If neglected, it results in tooth loss.

Necrotising periodontal disease

Immune system problems and weakened gum tissue cause this rare disease. It can show symptoms such as pain in the gums, swelling and discoloration of the gum tissue.

Who is a Candidate for laser periodontal treatment?

Only the dentist can assess whether you are suitable for laser gum treatment. People who are suitable for laser gum treatment can be categorized according to their general health, phobias and gum disease.

Who is a Candidate for laser periodontal treatment? in Turkey, Istanbul

To the person's general health status and concerns:

  • Those without rheumatic conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
  • Those without severe bone loss.
  • People whose chronic conditions are under control.
  • Anyone who has completed tooth development and is healthy.
  • Those who want to have gum aesthetics.
  • Those who want fast healing.
  • Those who do not want traditional surgical methods to be applied in gum treatment.
  • Those who are afraid of dental treatment or do not want to experience pain during treatment.
  • Those who are not pregnant.

To Gum Diseases:

Those with Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease (Those with gingivitis and advanced gum disease can benefit from laser treatment. This includes those with pockets up to 6 mm deep, swollen and bleeding gums and loose teeth).

  • Those with persistent disease despite deep cleanings.
  • Those who do not respond to traditional gum treatments.
  • Those who need gum shaping.
Who is a Candidate for laser periodontal treatment? in Turkey, Istanbul

How is laser gum treatment done?

Which laser method will be used in the treatment will depend on the type of gum disease and the stage of the disease. Depending on these factors, one of the procedures such as laser gum cutting, laser gum burning, etc. is applied. We will first outline the treatment procedure in general terms, and then explain how and for what purpose the procedures described above are applied. Once you have decided on laser gum treatment, you will go through the following steps:

Consultation and Assessment

The first step of laser gum treatment is to have an initial consultation and assessment to determine if you are a suitable candidate for the procedure. A thorough medical and dental history will be obtained. Dental x-rays and other imaging methods will be ordered to assess your oral condition and bone levels. Your dentist will also check for infection and measure the depth of your gum pocket.

Measuring pocket depths is very important. Measurements of pocket depths are taken painlessly with a round-tipped plastic probe. Higher numbers mean that the pockets are deeper and more bone has been lost. Pocket depths of two and three millimeters are normal. Pocket depths of four millimeters are an early stage of gum disease and pockets of five and six millimeters should be treated as soon as possible. With pockets of eight or nine millimeters, you run the risk of losing these teeth due to too much bone loss.

Preparation

Once your treatment plan has been determined, your dentist will prepare you for the laser procedure. Brush and floss your teeth before the treatment begins.

Local Anesthesia

Local anesthesia is usually applied to avoid any discomfort or pain during the treatment. However, local anesthesia may not be needed in applications such as gum cleaning. Tropical anesthesia can be used when necessary.

Laser Treatment

A small periodontal probe equipped with a diode laser is inserted into the gum pocket and moved around the tooth as the laser works to destroy bacteria and diseased tissue. The laser is so effective that it can kill almost all of the bacteria found above and below the gum tissue. The types of laser used are designed to pass through water and hydroxyapatite, which means that the laser destroys diseased tissue and bacteria without affecting healthy gum tissue or enamel. Because it is a seamless procedure, the laser preserves healthier tissue and speeds up the healing time.

Once the laser tip is inserted into the pocket, only the diseased tissue is removed by laser light along the inner lining of the gum pocket. The laser's energy preferentially ablates only the darker pathological tissue. At the same time, bacteria in that area is destroyed and calculus plaque on the tooth surface is loosened from its attachment to the teeth by the laser light. Another benefit at this stage is that the laser energy also makes contact with the surface of the tooth to reduce future root sensitivity. This is done by the laser's ability to close the dentin tubules in the root that cause sensitivity.

The laser is then used again to remove the calcified plaque. The dentist uses a low setting on the laser and when the laser loosens the tartar, water is used to help the laser wash it away.

The next stage is the use of an ultrasonic scaler to mechanically remove other areas that the laser cannot remove. This scaler uses sound waves to vibrate the tartar away, helping to improve the cleaning process. Once the tartar has been removed, the laser is needed again. The laser is used again at a lower setting to remove any remaining bacteria and debris layer on the root surface.

In the final step, the laser is set to another setting that causes the tissue to coagulate for better healing. During this step, the laser removes any remaining bacteria or toxins between the gum tissue and the root surface. This step also helps clotting to form in the area, which will then form fibers that will help your healing tissue reattach to the tooth and seal bacteria and debris.

The laser treatment will provide an environment that will support the growth of healthy tissue in the areas where the diseased tissue has been removed.

Tissue Interaction

The laser interacts with the gum tissue and removes bacteria and diseased tissue from the mouth. Healthy gum tissue remains unaltered and is unaffected by the laser. The laser accelerates healing by cleaning your oral tissues and bone.

Closing of Blood Vessels

After the laser is applied, blood clots form. The blood clots help speed up the healing process and allow the gum tissue to reconnect to your teeth. There is no need for stitches.

Disinfection

Treated areas are disinfected by washing with antibacterial solutions. This step is important to reduce the risk of infection after treatment.

Post-procedure care

The recovery period is usually around one week. You may be advised not to brush or floss the surgical area for a certain period of time. It is important to follow a light diet and avoid habits such as smoking and alcohol. Gargling with warm salt water can help to soothe your mouth.

Control and follow-up appointments

Your dentist can schedule a follow-up appointment approximately 7-10 days after surgery. Your dentist will check to make sure that the post-treatment healing is progressing well and may recommend additional treatments if necessary.

What to do after Laser Gum Treatment

After laser gum treatment, it will be necessary to pay the utmost attention to the following aspects in order to maintain the treatment results and ensure faster recovery.

  • Maintaining oral hygiene
  • Soft diet (first week after the procedure)
  • Avoiding irritating foods such as spicy, acidic and sugary foods
  • Drink plenty of fluids
  • Gargling with salt water
  • Using painkillers recommended by your doctor for pain
  • If you smoke, avoid smoking as much as possible
  • If you experience swelling, fever or other serious problems, contact your dentist immediately
  • Keep your check-up appointments

Laser Gum Treatment Turkey Cost

Laser gum treatment prices can be given after determining which gum disease treatment will be performed and the duration of treatment. You can learn the prices of laser gum treatment after a preliminary examination by the specialist dentists of Dentapolitan Oral and Dental Health Hospitals serving Istanbul, Turkey. Please call us for detailed information and an appointment.

Laser Gum Contouring/Shaping

Laser gum cutting is performed when the gums are too prominent. Gum cutting is referred to as gum contouring, gum contouring or gingivoplasty. It is a dental surgery that removes or adds excess gum tissue, depending on the patient's needs, and the cutting is done with a laser. It is applied to perform one of two matches:

Gum Contouring for aesthetic

When the gums are too low, a cosmetic dentist or periodontist cuts away some of the gum tissue. For receding gums or an abnormally high gum line, they add tissue from elsewhere, usually the upper palate. These cuts are made with a laser. Sometimes, after the teeth have been straightened, the patient wants to complete the smile they want by adjusting the gum line. Gum contouring can be used in pink aesthetic procedures within the scope of personal smile design.

Laser Gum Removal for Medical Reasons

    Laser Gum Treatment of Periodontal Disease

    In cases where the typical treatment for periodontal gum disease, such as root planing and scaling and antibiotics, does not respond, pocket reduction may be required to close the areas where bacteria gather. Pocket reduction is performed with a laser.

    Gum Hyperplasia

    Gingival hyperplasia is the excessive proliferation of gum tissue, frequently associated with discomfort and erythema. In some cases, the gum covers most of the tooth, making it difficult to clean and therefore susceptible to tooth decay and infections. If the growth of gum tissue cannot be prevented or if the patient has Hereditary Gingival Fibromatosis (HGF), the dentist may perform laser gum reshaping surgery.

    Ridge augmentation

    A missing tooth can cause the jawbone to recede and deteriorate, causing the gum in that area to collapse inwards. Ridge augmentation is a laser gum treatment that can fill the collapsed area with additional tissue. This is sometimes done in combination with the placement of a dental bridge or implant.

    Orthodontic Treatment Preparation

    Before orthodontic treatment, it may be necessary to shape the gums with a laser to create a better base for orthodontic appliances such as braces or clear aligners. This treatment can also be used comfortably in orthodontic treatments in children if needed.

Why use laser for Gum Contouring?

Patients' reluctance to use traditional gum contouring methods or concerns about pain during the procedure may be the reason for preferring laser use. However, not only the wishes of the patients, but also the advantages of laser technology over traditional methods is an important factor in choosing laser gum contouring.

Advantages of Laser Gum Contouring

Advantages of Laser Gum Contouring in Turkey, Istanbul

    Less surgical procedures and less pain

    The reason why patients experience minimal pain after the procedure is that fewer surgical procedures are performed in laser procedures and the laser has minimal effect on the nerve endings. Post-procedure pain and discomfort are much less compared to traditional surgery.

    Speed and Comfort

    Laser gum contouring is faster and more comfortable for the patient and doctor than traditional surgery.

    Minimum Bleeding

    The special feature of the laser is that it coagulates (coagulates) the tissues during the cutting process, keeping bleeding to a minimum.

    No Need for Stitches

    Thanks to the coagulation effect of the laser on the tissue, there is usually no need for sutures in laser gum cutting.

    Fast Healing Process and Low Risk of Infection

    Since tissue damage is minimal in laser cuts, wound healing is faster and the risk of infection is reduced.

    Precise processing and Excellent Aesthetic Results

    Since the laser works at the microscopic level, it enables precise cutting without damaging the surrounding healthy tissues. In laser cuts, the gums are shaped more smoothly. Thanks to this feature of the laser, excellent aesthetic results are obtained.

How Is Laser Gum Cutting Performed?

Laser gum cutting is a procedure to reshape the gum line. The laser gum contouring procedure is started with local anesthesia. Gum contouring can either remove excess tissue or add tissue. The laser energy targets the upper layer of the gum, gently vaporizing unnecessary tissue. If tissue is to be added (insertion into the gum line), small pieces of tissue are removed from the palate and attached to the part to be inserted. Therefore, uneven gum line, excessive gum tissue or gum recession can be easily corrected with laser cutting.

Laser Gum Contouring Prices in Turkey

Laser gum contouring prices are determined according to the excess gum tissues and the type of gum diseases. You can learn the prices of laser gum contouring after a preliminary examination by the specialist dentists of Dentapolitan Oral and Dental Health Hospitals serving in Turkey, Istanbul. Please contact us for detailed information and appointment.

What is laser ablation and why is it used?

The purpose of laser gum ablation is to remove unwanted or infected tissues on the gum surface using laser energy and to sterilize the gum tissue. By adjusting the laser light at various wavelengths, the tissue to be treated is focused. The laser light delivers heat to the tissue, eliminating infected areas and providing effective cleaning and disinfection.

Laser gum ablation is used for the following purposes:

  • For the treatment of advanced gum disease (The laser destroys these infected areas and restores tissue health in advanced gum disease that does not respond to treatment with traditional methods).
  • To treat bleeding gums (The laser minimizes bleeding with its coagulation feature that controls bleeding gums).
  • To provide additional contribution to a number of gum-related procedures (Certain properties of laser light provide additional contribution to provide aesthetic tooth shaping, accelerate tissue healing, reduce the risk of infection, etc.).

Laser Treatment for Gum Recession

It is a method used in patients with mild or moderate gum/gingival recession, who are at risk of infection as a result of gingival recession or who do not want to be treated with traditional surgical methods, and is used to heal the gums that move away from the tooth and cause the root surfaces to be exposed and to regenerate healthy gum tissue. As it is known, laser also gives effective results in gingival recession. The laser cleans the infected tissues, stops the progression of gum recession and accelerates the restoration of the gums to their former health.

How is gum recession treated with laser?

As with other procedures, your dentist first determines whether you are suitable for laser treatment to solve the problem of gum recession. If you are suitable for the procedure, it starts with local anesthesia. Your dentist focuses the laser light on the gum pockets and removes the infected tissues. This process stops your receding gums from receding further and accelerates blood flow in the tissues. Thus, you meet a rapid healing process.

What are the benefits of laser gum recession treatment?

The benefits of laser gum recession treatment include:

  • Support tissue regeneration
  • Minimal bleeding and pain
  • Fast Recovery
  • Reduced risk of infection
  • A more aesthetic appearance

What is laser gum cleaning? What is it for?

Laser gum cleaning is a procedure that uses laser energy to destroy bacteria that accumulate in the gum tissue and clean the infected tissue.

Laser gum cleaning is performed for patients who have symptoms of gum disease or are at risk of infection. It is an effective option to stop the progression of gum disease, maintain healthy gum tissue and strengthen the support structure of the teeth.

What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Laser Gum Disease Treatment?

As with any treatment, there are advantages and disadvantages to be considered in the treatment of gum disease with laser.

Advantages of Laser Gum Treatment

  • Fewer surgical procedures
  • Less pain
  • Faster and more convenient surgery
  • Faster recovery
  • More precise processing
  • Less bleeding
  • Minimum anesthesia
  • Ability to select the treatment site
  • Reduced risk of infection

Disadvantages of Laser Gum Treatment

  • The cost can be more expensive than traditional gum treatments.
  • Laser gum treatment can only be performed by dentists who are certified in this field.
  • In very serious gum problems, laser alone may not be effective, additional surgical procedures may be required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is gum laser treatment better than traditional methods?

First of all, it is of course advantageous for people who are afraid of traditional gum treatment. However, you should make your decision by paying attention to two issues. First, your dentist should determine whether you are suitable for laser gum treatment. Secondly, your doctor will determine whether the condition of your gum disease will be treated with laser and whether additional surgical procedures will be required. If you are suitable for laser gum treatment and if the advantages we have given above are also a priority for you, you can choose this treatment method.

Does gum laser treatment hurt?

Laser gum treatment is usually a painless or minimally uncomfortable procedure.

Will I recover quickly after laser gum treatment?

Full recovery time may vary depending on the person's post-treatment care, gum health and the extent of the procedure, but most patients return to their daily activities after a few days.

How long does gum laser treatment take?

If it is to be done in a small area, the procedure usually takes 15-30 minutes. If the gums in the whole mouth need to be cleaned or treated with laser, the procedure may take about 1-2 hours.

Are there side effects of laser gum treatment?

Temporary side effects such as sensitivity, slight bleeding or swelling may occur, but these usually disappear on their own in a short time.

Is laser gum contouring safe?

Laser gum contouring is a safe treatment method as long as you are suitable for laser treatment and it is performed by a specialist in the field under appropriate conditions and with the correct laser procedure. It carries minimal risk.

Laser dental treatment is performed by our experienced dentists. Make an appointment for your dental check-up at one of our Dentapolitan Oral and Dental Health Hospitals in Turkey, Istanbul.