Laser dentistry reduces infection, speeds healing and improves results for many common dental procedures including dental implants.

Teeth are meant to last a lifetime, yet despite our best efforts at dental hygiene, this is often not the case. In fact, more than one in five Americans over the age of 65 experiences tooth loss. Missing teeth can affect speech and make it difficult to chew food properly. The surrounding teeth can become tipped or crowded, leading to further dental issues. Worse yet, once a tooth is missing, and there is no root anchored to the jaw, the bone begins to deteriorate and bone loss occurs. Missing teeth can also ruin the overall appearance of the smile, leading to decreased confidence and self-esteem.

For many years, the standard treatment for tooth loss involved crowning the neighboring teeth and placing a dental prosthesis, known as a bridge, over the space between. If all teeth need replacement, dentures have been used. While bridges and dentures can do a good job of replacing lost teeth, they have certain disadvantages: placement of a bridge necessitates crowning the otherwise healthy surrounding teeth, and the bridge itself places physical stress on those teeth as it depends on them for support. Dentures can be uncomfortable and make it difficult to eat some foods.

Since the latter half of the 20th century, a newer procedure has grown in popularity, revolutionizing the science of dental prosthesis and improving the quality of life of millions of patients. Dental implant surgery, where a titanium post is placed in the socket of the missing tooth, offers improved aesthetics and comfort and function over the traditional bridge or denture procedures. Because the titanium

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Advantages of laser assisted dental implants

Recent advancements in dental laser technology have now made dental implants an even more viable solution. Laser-assisted dental implant surgery, can provide better results, increased comfort and shorter healing time. In spite of significantly improved outcomes from this new procedure, only around five percent of dentists currently take advantage of laser-assisted dentistry.

The dentists at Apex Dental,

Revolutionary New Laser Technology Improves Modern Dental Implants and More

in Riverton, Draper and West Jordan Utah, are among those with experience and advanced training using a dental laser to improve the implant procedure as well as other common dental surgeries or treatments. Their dental hygienists have also received additional advanced laser training to improve their patient’s oral hygiene.

According to Dr. John Kwant, a dentist at Apex Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, “Apex Dental is committed to providing our patients the safest, most advanced procedures available anywhere, which is why we proudly use a state-of-the-art DEKA CO2 soft-tissue laser. Compared to a dental implant performed with traditional methods, the DEKA laser-assisted procedure promotes quicker healing, reduces the need for anaesthesia, reduces damage to surrounding tissue, minimizes bleeding and swelling, reduces the need for sutures, and may reduce anxiety for our patients.”

There are many advantages of the newer laser-assisted dental implant surgery over the traditional dental implant procedure, yet currently at Apex Dental this remarkable upgrade comes at no extra cost. Patients interested in dental implants, who come to one of the Apex Dental locations before January 31, 2013 can receive a complimentary evaluation with one of Apex’s doctors to see if dental implants will benefit them. If implants are the right solution, laser technology for the dental implants will be provided at no additional charge. If you are missing one or more of your natural teeth, no matter what age you are, laser assisted dental implants may be your best solution, and now may be the best time to do it. If you would like to find out if you are a candidate for laser assisted dental implants, please call Apex Family and Cosmetic Dentistry at one of their three convenient locations:

West Jordan (801) 829-1755Riverton (801) 829-1765Draper (801) 829-1766

Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or all of them. Dental implants are a great solution for patients who have dentures but dislike the discomfort, look, and limited ability to eat some foods. Implants look and feel like natural teeth, allow patients to eat what they want, and can often be completed in as little as one day.

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1 Gummy smile (smile design): Dental lasers

can be used to reshape the gumline on patients to expose more of the tooth and improve the cosmetic appearance of a gummy smile.

2 Cold Sores and Canker Sores: These conditions can be a pain-

ful thing to deal with. Traditionally, few treatments were effective to treat these uncomfortable sores. Now a quick and comfortable laser applica-tion can provide increased comfort and much quicker healing time. In many cases, the area treated will not develop a cold sore later on.

3Gapped Teeth: Tissue connects the lip to the gums and another

connects the tongue to the bottom of the mouth. Sometimes these connec-tive tissues are too restricting and can result in gapped front teeth or speech problems (tongue-tied). These patients are often young, and laser technology is a more comfortable, quicker proce-dure, often requiring no stitches.

5Tooth (Dentin) Sensitivity: Tooth sensitivity is a com-

mon problem. Most adults and many children have experienced tooth sensitivity at some time or another. If you have teeth that are frequently or persistently sensitive, laser dentistry may help.

Joe Maio, DDS, one of Apex Dental’s dentists, performing surgery using new laser technology.

These new lasers are improving safety and comfort for many common dental procedures.

The case for laser assisted implants

The doctors at ApexFamily and Cosmetic Dentistry: John Kwant, DMD; Joe Maio, DDS; Neil Baird, DDS; and John Armstrong, DDS

4Gingivitis/Periodontal Therapy: Gingivitis and periodontal disease are a leading cause

of tooth loss, and it is estimated that 75% of the adult population has gum disease of some form. The American Heart Association recently came out with studies showing gum disease is a precur-sor to heart disease. It can also lead to low birth weight babies in pregnant women. Our dentists and hygienists can use the DEKA laser to treat gingivitis and help improve the health and ap-pearance of your gums.

implant fuses with the bone, it can stop bone loss in the root area, and since it goes directly into the tooth socket, it does not affect neighboring teeth or depend on them for stability.

In addition, modern technology makes it possible to match the prosthesis to the existing teeth, leading to improved appearance. Dental implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth,

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ADDITIONAL PROCEDURES IMPROVED WITH LASER DENTISTRYLaser dentistry can be used on all ages to provide a more comfortable experience and improved results.

• Quicker healing time following surgeries • Less pain/ more comfortable procedure• Laser can sterilize area lowering chance of infection• Less or no need for sutures

multiple missing teeth, or even as a more comfortable, more functional alternative solution to dentures.

At Apex Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer many options to help you maintain a healthy smile in a comfortable relaxed environment including:

• Complete cosmetic dentistry, from teeth whitening to full-smile makeovers• Advanced dental care for all ages • Safe, comfortable sedation dentistry • Root canal therapy • Tooth colored fillings• Wisdom teeth removal • Laser dentistry • Dental implants • Gingivitis therapy

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To Schedule an appointment, call: West Jordan 801.829.1755, Draper 801.829.1766, Riverton 801.829.1765

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