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New dental laser cuts need for anaesthesia

DUBAI, June 1, 2015

A Dubai-based dentist is using a new laser system that uses a unique, powerful interaction of air, water and laser energy to reduce the need for anaesthesia when performing routine dental procedures.

“Parents often have difficulty bringing in their kids to their dentists. Most of the kids are scared of the dental drill because of the sound and feeling of the vibration that come along with it.  But with the new laser technology called Waterlase, there is no feeling of heat, friction or vibration,” said Dr Imneet Madan, paediatric dentist and Waterlase specialist at Dr. Michael’s Children’s Dental Center.

Unlike the much-dreaded dental drill, the Waterlase laser does not require direct contact with the tooth surface. It works at pinpoint precision without heat, vibration or pressure. It is approved by the US Food & Drug Administration for use in many kinds of dental works including soft tissue surgery, sealant, fillings and root canals.

“Waterlase is minimally invasive and it allows me to fix the diseased part of the tooth or gums without damaging the surrounding healthy tissue. This technology also reduces the risk for cross-contamination because the laser tips are never in contact with the target area during dental procedures,” said Dr Madan.

“It’s like a light that doesn’t touch the tooth but is able to clean by thermo-mechanical energy from a distance. A lot of my patients describe the sound of the laser like ‘popcorn bursting.’

“Pain free dentistry, better sterilization of the cavities, increase longevity of fillings and increase life of sealants are a few of the many advantages of Waterlase. At Dr. Michael’s, we have seen increasingly impressive compliance with Waterlase especially among our younger patients. Even parents themselves tell us how differently their children react towards coming to visit our clinic,” he added. – TradeArabia News Service




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