How can lasers help in cosmetic dentistry ?

Cosmetic dentistry involves dental procedures with the aim of improving the overall aesthetics of smile. It is often referred to as "smile design".

An aesthetic smile, in harmony with the face, enhances self-confidence, self-esteem and personal relationships. After treatment, people are no longer embarrassed with an unpleasant smile.

Cosmetic dentistry is becoming increasingly popular across Europe. More and more patients are visiting their dentist no longer for just dental pain, but to get a beautiful smile.

Lasers, and especially Erbium lasers, can facilitate dental aesthetic procedures. The clinical results are precise and predictable. Tissue healing is perfect and fast.

Gingival recontouring: prior the use of lasers, tissue recontouring often resulted in discomfort for the patient and lack of predictability for the clinician.

Before treatment

Only the left side has been treated

Final result

Courtesy of Dr. David Hornbrook

Ovate pontic (edentulous ridge):

Before treatment

Right after treatment

120 days post op