The Waterlase™ provides pinpoint accuracy for decay removal, root canals and
gum contouring. And, in most cases, there is no need for needles and anesthesia.
Waterlase™ Dental Laser
This breakthrough in laser dentistry replaces the drill in many instances. Waterlase™ uses a cool-water spray to cut teeth without generating heat. Conventional drills and lasers can overheat teeth during procedures, inducing discomfort and irreversibly damaging the soft tissue or pulp underneath. Waterlase™ will not create micro-cracks in tooth enamel like a vibrating drill thus reducing the need for crowns.
Heat and vibration are the causes of most of the discomfort associated with the drill. Since the Waterlase™ does not transmit heat or vibration, there is no need for anesthesia or needles in most cases. 98.5% of patients treated with the Waterlase™ system reported no discomfort.
Because there is no anesthesia shot, there is no numbness after the procedure. You will know right away how your bite feels, and you won’t risk accidentally biting your lip or tongue.
The Waterlase™ sterilizes the tooth as it removes decay which prevents the reoccurrence of decay under fillings - a primary reason for root canals. The bonding of tooth-colored fillings or protective sealants is maximized allowing them to last longer.
Children especially love the Waterlase™. With no shots and no drill, they never become afraid of the dentist. Watch the video of a young Dr. Foutz client getting a painless filling.
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