5 Popular Benefits of Laser Dental Treatments

Lasers in dentistry aren’t just about cosmetic upgrades. While laser teeth whitening and lip tie procedures get a lot of attention, dental lasers are also changing the way serious oral health conditions (like gum disease!) are treated, often with less pain and less downtime.

Laser therapy uses concentrated light energy to remove diseased gum tissue, reshape your gumline, and stimulate your body’s natural healing response. Because lasers are highly precise, they target unhealthy tissue while preserving healthy surrounding structures.

This approach often eliminates the need for traditional surgical incisions and significantly reduces discomfort and downtime.

Dr. Jenny Herman and her team offer several different types of laser treatments here at Baton Rouge Periodontics & Implants in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. 

Take a moment and read through the top five benefits of laser dental treatments. 

1. Reduced gum disease

Laser therapy is highly effective at removing bacteria and infected tissue associated with periodontal disease (gum disease). Because lasers target the source of your infection, they help reduce inflammation, stop disease progression, and create a healthier environment for gums to heal.

2. Little to no discomfort during and after treatment

Laser therapy typically causes minimal pain, often reducing or eliminating the need for anesthesia. After treatment, most people experience little to no postoperative discomfort compared to traditional surgery.

3. Minimal bleeding and lower risk of complications

Because lasers seal blood vessels as they work, there is minimal bleeding during treatment. This also lowers the risk of infection and other complications.

4. Faster healing with tissue and bone regeneration

Laser therapy stimulates the body’s natural healing process. In many cases, it promotes regeneration of gum tissue, ligaments, and even bone. This is especially important for anyone with advanced gum disease or dental implants that need support.

5. Little to no downtime

Unlike traditional periodontal surgery, laser treatments typically require very little recovery time. Most people can return to normal activities quickly.

Laser treatments available at Baton Rouge Periodontics & Implants

Depending on your needs, Dr. Herman may recommend:

LANAP® (laser-assisted new attachment procedure)

This uses laser energy to remove diseased tissue and stimulate regeneration of healthy gum tissue without any cutting or sutures. Compared with non-laser procedures, LANAP was associated with greater reductions in periodontal pocket depth, improved oral health, and a significant decrease inPorphyromonas gingivalis (the bacteria responsible for gum disease). 

LAPIP® (laser-assisted peri-implant procedure)

LAPIP treats failing dental implants by removing infection, encouraging bone and supporting tissue regeneration, and supporting the implant. 

In fact, treating peri-implantitis with the minimally invasive LAPIP protocol can lead to significant reductions in inflammation and pocket depth, with a 90% treatment success rate and a 94% implant survival rate.

Crown lengthening

Not happy with a gummy smile? Laser treatments can help here; it’s not limited to gum disease treatments. Dr. Herman can use a laser to remove excess gum tissue, exposing more of your tooth surface.

What to expect after laser dental treatment

Following laser therapy, Dr. Herman provides specific aftercare instructions to support proper healing. These may include antimicrobial rinses, temporary dietary changes, and avoiding pressure on the treated area.

Most people experience only mild, temporary side effects such as tenderness, slight swelling, or tooth sensitivity. 

Explore your laser dental therapy options

To learn whether laser therapy is right for you, call 225-769-1444 or click here to request an appointment online today.