Laser Dentistry and Gum Recontouring in Cypress, TX

Laser dentistry generally provides a more comfortable experience than traditional gum surgery. Its benefits include:

• Versatile treatment: Laser therapy can be used for treating cosmetic gum reshaping, periodontal treatment, procedures such as laser frenectomy.
• Minimally invasive: Most cases require no scalpels or sutures, making it less invasive than traditional methods.
• Accuracy: Laser technology allows our dentist to precisely sculpt the gumline without compromising your healthy tissues.
• Reduced discomfort: The soft-tissue laser seals your blood vessels as it works, reducing bleeding and swelling.
• Short recovery time: Most patients resume normal activities within a few hours after the procedure, but soreness may last 1-2 days.

At the time of your initial visit to our practice, we discuss your aesthetic preferences and examine your oral health. If you are a good candidate for laser gum contouring, we start the procedure by injecting a local anesthetic to numb the treatment area.

Once your teeth and gums are numb, we use an advanced dental laser to carefully sculpt the gumline. The laser cauterizes the blood vessels all along, helping reduce the risk of post-operative bleeding and discomfort.

After contouring your gumline, we assess the final appearance to ensure a symmetrical look. We also provide post-treatment guidelines to help you achieve a smooth recovery.

Compared to traditional gum surgery, laser dentistry and gum contouring offered at our Cypress practice provide faster results with a shorter healing period. A few hours after treatment, you may experience mild pain or swelling in your gums. This is a normal occurrence and can be easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.

Our dentists will also guide you to maintain a proper oral care regimen, as it speeds up the recovery process. To maintain the long-term results of this treatment, we suggest scheduling regular checkups and cleanings at our practice.