Laser Dentistry: Why It’s Ideal For Pregnant Women and Diabetics

By Kris Popli, DDS

Tysons Laser Center Dentistry

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Laser Dentistry: Why It’s Ideal For Pregnant Women and Diabetics

Dentists typically encourage patients to visit us once or twice a year for teeth cleanings. With biannual teeth cleanings, we can remove harmful plaque and bacteria, preventing conditions like cavities, infections and gum disease. But, for some patients, this is not enough.

There are certain conditions that warrant more frequent dental care. Among them are pregnancy and diabetes. In both cases, a trip to a laser dentistry office is one of the best options for staying in optimal oral health.

Pregnant Women Should Consider Laser Dentistry

Many women are unaware of how important it is to visit the dentist while pregnant. Not receiving dental care can be harmful to the baby. Gum disease can cause preterm labor and low birth weight babies. The best way to prevent this condition is with good oral hygiene at home and regular dental care. It is suggested that pregnant patients visit the dentist twice during their pregnancy to keep their gums healthy and prevent any complications. This is where laser dentistry becomes so valuable.

Lasers can be more comfortable to complete standard procedures, and the surrounding gum tissue is not irritated. This makes it unnecessary for patients to receive sedation, and since pregnant women should not be taking this type of medication, lasers make it possible to relax. As a result, patients can have a more pleasant dental experience overall.

Laser Dentistry Is an Excellent Option For Treating Diabetic Patients

People with diabetes need to visit the dentist more frequently than others due to an increased risk of developing gum disease and other infections. White blood cells play a crucial role in the body’s ability to fight infection. Unfortunately, uncontrolled blood sugar or an episode can inhibit white blood cells from effectively doing their job. As a result, the body cannot fight off the common cold or gum disease. As plaque builds up around the gums, it can cause inflammation and even make the gums recede.

By removing this plaque, we can help the gums heal. The challenge for people with diabetes is that any type of invasive procedure (like scraping plaque out from under the gums) is more difficult to recover from than it is for a person who does not have diabetes. Laser dentistry has changed this. Your dentist can deep-clean the gums without irritating the surrounding gum tissue since the laser energy is so fine. This makes the procedures more comfortable and dependable for people with diabetes and anyone suffering from gum disease.