Lasers are used to treat gum disease and are a conservative, non-surgical treatment.  With proper homecare and your participation, this procedure can often alleviate the infection.  The licensed dental hygienists here at Cosmetic Dentistry of Concord have received advanced certification in laser therapy and are well qualified to provide this therapy. 

The hygienist will first go around each involved tooth to remove any debris and calcified deposits that are adhering to your teeth in a process called scaling and root planing.  A good analogy to this part of the treatment is like removing barnacles off a ship or pier.  Scaling and root planing will remove the mechanical irritants to your gums and supporting bone and also removes a major reservoir of periodontal bacteria.

After removing the deposits a laser is used to selectively remove diseased or infected tissues lining the pockets around your teeth.  At the same time the laser will kill the bacteria responsible for triggering the periodontal infection and promote healing of your gums.  The laser can help increase circulation and collagen formation at the bottom of your periodontal pockets and help revive or rejuvenate your attachment.  This specialized treatment is usually performed multiple times over a period of a few weeks.