What to Expect After Laser Treatment
December 28, 2019
What to Expect After Laser Treatment
If your gum requires reshaping due to a deep filling or crown that extends below the gum, you may receive treatment with a soft tissue laser. This gently trims the excess gum away. Because the laser uses intense light with no heat, there is no damage to the adjacent tissue. It makes a sterile cut with no bleeding, forming an immediate scab with very little swelling. Healing is much faster than conventional surgery.
Initially the scab appears white. The scab is fragile and should not be removed so we recommend you avoid brushing the area for 3-4 days. Alcohol free, colourless mouthwashes can be used. Alternatively place a teaspoon of baking soda in a cup of water to make a sodium bicarbonate mouthwash. When you start brushing, go very gently. It is helpful to run your brush under warm water to soften the bristles.
If you have received laser treatment for an ulcer, you should have no extra discomfort afterwards as it uses a very low power setting.
If you have any questions or persistent symptoms which fail to improve or get worse, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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