By visiting Dr. Holbrook, a laser dentist, you’ll have the opportunity to experience a new and exciting technology. We would like to take this opportunity to give you some information regarding our dental laser

Dental lasers are a family of instruments. Some lasers are used for surgery, some to cure restorative materials and enhance tooth bleaching, and others for elimination of disease and restoration – different lasers for different procedures. All lasers require eye protection. Safety glasses with special lenses will be provided. Family and guests in the dental operatory at the time of your laser treatment may also be asked to wear protective eyeglasses.

Lasers do not make whining sounds or other annoying noises. You may experience the sound of a rush of air, since air suction is often used to keep the area cool and cleaner. You should be able to relax and be comfortable while the dental laser is in use.

Depending on your treatment needs, Dr. Holbrook or our dental hygienists may use the laser for a long period of time or possibly only for brief moments. However, even those procedures that require only a short period of laser usage benefit from the advantages of laser therapy. With laser surgery, there is a reduced need for local anesthesia, bleeding is minimized, swelling is controlled, and there is usually little, if any, postoperative discomfort. Laser energy enhances the effect of tooth bleaching agents for a faster and more effective result. Laser energy also helps to treat periodontal (gum) disease. With the aid of our laser we can help to arrest the progress, and sometimes reverse the effects, of periodontal disease. We now use the laser routinely to treat periodontitis with amazing results!

Dental lasers are used for a variety of treatment procedures. Dr. Holbrook and his staff know which types of patient care are more patient friendly with a laser than with alternative traditional methods. We at Family Dental Care have devoted training time and expense to be able to bring you the many advantages of this exciting new technology.