LASER is an acronym for: Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. Pain modulation or regulation therapy using laser has been long in practice in medicine and of late, is increasingly gaining popularity in dentistry as an effective supplement to conventional dental care.
The good news is that the sound of dental drills which often caused fear and distress in a patient is history due to the application of laser technology! This is because low-powered or therapeutic laser have analgesic and anti-inflammatory benefits. Besides its therapeutic properties, this technology also improves treatment procedures and aids the healing process which is a unique advantage.
In dentistry lasers are categorised as hard and soft tissue lasers, which is a reference to the type of interaction of the laser with the tissue.
Several research studies have established that Pain Modulation Laser Therapy, also known as Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) or Photobiomodulation (PBM) has proved to be beneficial to pain relief, healing of wounds and nerve injury.
The following are some common soft and hard tissue applications of LLLT:
Soft Tissue Application
Hard Tissue Application
Some other applications of LLLT are:
Post-Surgical Benefit: Pain Reduction
Dental procedures such as tooth extraction, which results in pain and inflammation, can be significantly reduced with LLLT and eliminates the need to ingest post-operative analgesics or opioids. As opioid addiction is a grave social concern, use of LLLT, not only has a vital societal impact but also accelerates healing of the extraction site.
Is LLLT Safe?
Extensive research expanding to thousands of studies has shown that LLLT or pain modulation laser therapy has not caused any clinical side effects.
At Tapadiya’s Dental Casa, state-of-the-art laser technology is used and operated by highly qualified and experienced dental practitioners with the aim of a successful outcome with rapid healing and negligible pain and discomfort.
Comprehensive Dental Care
Comprehensive Dental Care is a concept that goes beyond traditional dental treatment and includes prevention and early detection of dental diseases as well.
It is a fact that no part of the human body exists or functions discretely. Therefore, comprehensive dental care considers the mouth as more than teeth and gums and encompasses soft tissues and the muscles including those of the temporomandibular joints, which are used for chewing and movement. These muscles are responsible to create bite or occlusion and are frequently the reason for a range of issues which include pain in the jaws and neck, headaches, tooth wear and toothaches, and breakdown of dental restorations. As a consequence, all these factors affect the overall health of the gums and jaw bones.
At Tapadiya’s Dental Casa, patients undergo a comprehensive examination to assess issues associated with uneven wear patterns and the fit of the teeth inside the mouth. Dr Tapadiya and his team have significant experience of occlusion problems and are therefore, able to provide the right corrective care, reduce stress and pain and increase the longevity of dental restorations.
As a part of the comprehensive examination, the team will recommend either a new restoration to repair a tooth or in the eventuality a tooth cannot be saved and thus, extraction is the only option. At the same time, the effects of any dental procedure on the other teeth are also carefully explored. The end result is that any restoration or extraction is done in a way such that it protects the other teeth. This is achieved by maintaining optimum occlusion and rectifying malocclusion or a bad bite. According to Dr Tapadiya, tooth replacement is only a partial solution in extracting a tooth because simply treating one tooth is often not the most ideal step for long-term dental health.
Tapadiya’s Dental Casa uses both visual and manual processes to thoroughly examine soft tissues and muscles inside the mouth for changes and abnormalities. As and when an anomaly is detected, it is further rigorously examined and if required, even soft tissue biopsies can be performed in the clinic itself, which is comfortable and convenient to the patient.
Tapadiya’s Dental Casa’s commitment to comprehensive care is based on the fact that each patient is unique and therefore, the approach is designed to look at the mouth as being connected to the body, which is influenced by it as well as influencing it. Moreover, other factors such as general health, pre-existing medications, nutrition, work or life stress and personal care habits are considered in order to gain a comprehensive understanding of the oral health of the patient.
Tapadiya’s Dental Casa’s comprehensive dental examination covers:
Such a detailed and comprehensive examination forms the foundation of an efficient and complete dental care plan and ongoing management.
Tapadiya’s Dental Casa’s complete dental care plan for both adults and children includes:
General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Orthodontics
Dental Implants
Dr Tapadiya emphasises that proper dental care is a vital part of overall health care. There is sufficient evidence which shows that gum disease alone has been one of the causes for various other health problems such as diabetes and cardiac complications. Through the Comprehensive Dental Care program, Tapadiya’s Dental Casa uses high-end technological equipment and apparatus as well as expertise and experience for both adults and children and thereby, provides a family with the best oral health and care management such that everyone sports a healthy smile and better overall health.
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