Gum Care
Waterlase Laser Dentistry in Gladstone
Minimally invasive care for gums and teeth.
Waterlase uses focused light energy to treat gum disease, fillings and more with a high level of precision, often in place of a scalpel or drill.
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A gentler way to treat gums and teeth
Dental lasers use focused light energy to treat soft tissue and prepare teeth with a high level of precision. The Waterlase system pairs that energy with a fine spray of water, which keeps the area cool and clean as it works. Because the laser targets only the tissue being treated, procedures are often gentler, with less bleeding and swelling and a quicker recovery. We use it for gum disease, fillings and a range of soft tissue procedures. Your dentist will explain whether the laser is the right tool for your treatment and what to expect before anything begins.
Where the laser helps
What Waterlase is used for
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Gum disease
Removing infected gum tissue and cleaning around the teeth. About scaling and root planing
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Fillings
Preparing a tooth for a filling with precise, targeted energy. About dental fillings
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Gum reshaping
Sculpting the gumline for health or appearance. About gum contouring
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Tissue releases
Freeing a tight lip or tongue attachment. About frenectomy
The benefits of laser treatment
Compared with traditional instruments, a laser can work with a very fine touch. Patients often notice:
- A minimally invasive approach
- Less bleeding and swelling
- Faster healing
- Precise treatment that leaves surrounding tissue alone
What to expect
- Your dentist reviews your treatment and confirms the laser is a good fit
- You and the team wear protective eyewear
- The laser and water spray are guided over the area being treated
- Your dentist checks the result and explains how to care for the area at home
New patient special
$98
A $308 value for your first visit
Visiting us for the first time? Our new patient offer includes:
- Comprehensive exam
- Panoramic X-rays
- Bitewing digital X-rays
- Intraoral photos
- Smile evaluation
- Full gum evaluation
- Oral cancer screening
- TMJ and bite evaluation
- Review of your treatment options
- A written treatment plan
Why choose Marx Family Dental for laser dentistry?
Waterlase is one part of the technology we use to make treatment more precise and more comfortable. We also use soft tissue lasers for procedures like a gingivectomy, and choose the approach that suits each patient.
Book your visit
Ask about laser treatment
Curious whether laser dentistry could be part of your care? Book a visit and we’ll talk through your options.
The short answer
Waterlase laser dentistry uses focused laser energy with a fine water spray to treat gum and soft tissue and to prepare teeth with a high level of precision. Your dentist confirms the laser is a good fit, everyone wears protective eyewear, and the laser and water spray are guided over the area while the water keeps it cool and clean. It is a minimally invasive option for gum disease, fillings, gum reshaping and tissue releases, often with less bleeding and swelling than traditional instruments.
Waterlase Laser Dentistry FAQ
- What is Waterlase?
- Waterlase is a dental laser system that combines focused laser energy with a fine water spray to treat gum tissue and prepare teeth. The water spray keeps the area cool and clean as the laser works. Because the energy targets only the tissue being treated, it can often be used in place of a scalpel or drill.
- What can a dental laser treat?
- A dental laser can treat gum disease, prepare teeth for fillings and handle a range of soft tissue procedures. These include removing infected gum tissue, reshaping the gumline for health or appearance, and freeing a tight lip or tongue attachment. Your dentist will tell you whether the laser is the right tool for your treatment.
- Is laser treatment less invasive?
- Yes, laser treatment is minimally invasive. Because the laser targets only the tissue being treated and leaves surrounding tissue alone, it often means less bleeding and swelling than traditional instruments. Many patients also notice faster healing afterward.
- Do I need to do anything special afterward?
- Your dentist will give you care instructions for the treated area before you leave. After the procedure, they check the result and explain how to look after the area at home. Follow those instructions and call the office if you have any questions while the area heals.
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Meet Dr. Emily Marx
A skilled family dentist, Dr. Marx is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable while achieving their best smile. Meet Dr. Marx
