I plan to do green laser pointer gum treatment in Turkey. I have never done this procedure. How do I know they will do a thorough job and what does it look like? This is an immature procedure and technology. Basically, it is still experimental. If you want good results, you can use sophisticated scaling and root leveling procedures.
Laser treatment is not well supervised or insufficiently reported to advise you on the completion of the operation. From what I have read, the best way you can expect is to scale or level the root surface separately. Does the current research on lasers support their application in periodontal disease? At present, there is not enough evidence to show that any specific laser wavelength is superior to traditional treatment methods for common periodontal diseases such as periodontitis.
Can I trust the statement in the advertisement for periodontal treatment with laser? It is important to pay attention to ads that sound too good to be true, because it is likely to be true. A dental expert can help you distinguish fact from hype. Laser can be used to treat periodontal disease. Current controlled studies have shown that the use of lasers has found similar results compared to specific other treatment options (including individual scaling and root planing).
Scaling and root planing are traditional non-surgical treatments used to treat periodontal disease. Will the use of laser pointer in periodontal treatment harm the patient? Yes and no. Each laser has a different wavelength and power level, and can be used safely in different periodontal surgeries. However, if a laser with an inappropriate wavelength and/or power level is used during periodontal surgery, it will cause damage to the periodontal tissue.
Does the current research on lasers support their application in periodontal disease? At present, there is not enough evidence to show that any specific laser wavelength is superior to traditional treatment methods for common periodontal diseases such as periodontitis. Can I trust the statement in the advertisement for periodontal treatment with laser? It is important to pay attention to ads that sound too good to be true, because it is likely to be true. A dental expert can help you distinguish fact from hype.