Laser Gum Treatment

Soft tissue laser technology is transforming the way we provide dental care. Using precise, gentle energy, lasers can treat gum disease and many other soft tissue concerns by targeting and removing diseased tissue while leaving healthy areas untouched. This modern approach reduces harmful bacteria by the BILLIONS, promotes faster healing, and often minimizes discomfort compared to traditional treatments. With enhanced precision and improved patient comfort, laser therapy offers a safe, efficient, and highly effective way to support your overall oral health. All of our providers at Cole Street Dental are fully certified in the use of advanced laser technology, ensuring you receive the highest level of care.

What Procedures Can Laser Therapy Can Help With?

Laser technology can be used in many ways to improve comfort, speed healing, and enhance treatment results, including:

• Aphthous Ulcer / Herpetic Ulcer – Treatment of painful mouth sores or cold sores. The laser reduces pain and speeds up healing without touching the tissue.
• Desensitization – Helps reduce tooth sensitivity (like to cold or sweet). The laser gently seals tiny openings in the tooth and works with medicaments to lessen discomfort.
• Gingivectomy – Trims away overgrown or unhealthy gum tissue to improve gum health, tooth visibility, and access for cleaning or restoration.
• Laser Bacterial Reduction / Sulcular Decontamination – Targets and reduces harmful bacteria around the gums, especially helpful before cleanings or for patients with early gum disease.
• Sulcular Debridement / Laser Curettage – Cleans out diseased or inflamed tissue inside deep gum pockets to promote healing and reduce infection.
• Hemostasis – Controls bleeding during dental procedures by sealing small blood vessels, making treatments faster and more comfortable.
• Implant Recovery – Removes a small amount of gum tissue over a dental implant so the healing cap or final crown can be placed.

Does laser gum treatment hurt?

For most treatments, laser therapy is painless and requires little to no recovery time. More involved procedures may cause mild discomfort and a short healing period, but your provider will ensure you stay comfortable every step of the way.

Can My Insurance Be Billed?

Sometimes, yes — certain laser procedures may be covered by insurance. However, because technology is advancing faster than insurance billing codes, coverage can be limited. In many cases, insurance allowables have not yet caught up with these modern treatment options. We’re happy to review your benefits and provide an estimate before treatment so you know what to expect.

Call Cole Street Dental today to schedule laser gum treatment, or book your appointment online.