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Yes, lasers work, but they have not been proven to provide the long term stability of alternative surgical therapies. The most recent review commissioned by the American Academy of Periodontology found that the use of an Nd:YAG, or Er:YAG laser to treat periodontal disease was about as effective as a deep cleaning. (http://www.perio.org/resources-products/pdf/lr-lasers.pdf)
Therefore at this time Carolina Periodontics & Endodontics does not utilize a laser to treat periodontal disease because its use is not based in long term evidence. In coming years, additional results may be reported to confirm long-term stability, and at that time we will begin to use it in our therapy regimen.
Many times the reason behind tooth pain can be due to the fact that the tooth has experienced a crack under the normal chewing forces in your mouth. Many times this can be due to previous loss of tooth structure resulting in the current restoration placing excess forces on the root/tooth.
At Carolina Periodontics & Endodontics we use a microscope on all patients undergoing root canal therapy from start to finish in order to visualize any cracks that are present that may not be visible under normal circumstances.
Cracks limited to the portion of the tooth outside of the gums can often be corrected by having a crown hold the tooth together, cracks that extend onto the root require extraction and then can be replaced by an implant, bridge, or partial.
At Carolina Periodontics & Endodontics we provide the unique opportunity of having two specialists within one practice. This means that if your tooth is found to have a crack in it, you can have it removed at that time, have the site prepared for an implant if you wish, and even possibly have the implant placed. All of these procedures can be performed in one chair, without having to be numbed again, or having to go through the hassle of making more appointments and taking more time off of work.
A periodontist is a dentist that has undergone 3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in the soft tissues of the mouth and the supporting bone underneath these tissues. Dr. Matthews did his training at The Ohio State University.
Crown Lengthening
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Dental Implants
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Periodontal Maintenance
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Pocket Reduction Procedure
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Root Canal Retreatment
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Root Removal
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Scaling and Root Planing
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Soft Tissue Grafting
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Surgical Root Canal Therapy
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Bone Grafting
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.
Root Canal Therapy
An endodontist is a dentist that has undergone 2-3 years of additional training following dental school to specialize in performing all types of root canals. Dr. Matthews was trained at The Ohio State University where she learned to utilize a microscope from the begining of the procedure to visualize areas within the tooth not able to be seen or treated without one.