By Dr. Joseph Farag –
Laser Gum Surgery Steps:
- Periodontal Pockets are measured
- Laser fiber optic is inserted into gum pocket and removes inflamed diseased tissue with light energy.
- Ultrasonic instruments are used to “scrub” root surfaces below the gum line and remove tartar and plaque.
- Laser is reinserted into clean pocket and used to disinfect and sanitize the pocket, a fibrin “bandage” is formed in the pocket.
- Healthy connective tissue is readapted to the root and the healing process begins.
- Teeth are adjusted to eliminate premature contact and heavy contact points, bite is equilibrated.
- After teeth have been stabilized and approximately 3-4 months after treatment, new attachment of the gum tissue to the tooth and regeneration of the bone is evident.