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Laser-Assisted Bacterial Reduction
A fine dental laser delivers targeted energy as an additional bacterial-reduction step after the canals are cleaned and shaped.
Understanding treatment
What is laser-assisted bacterial reduction?
Some teeth have disease involving both the root canal system and the surrounding gum or bone. After the canals are cleaned and shaped, a fine dental laser may be used to deliver targeted energy to treatment surfaces and spaces as an additional bacterial-reduction step.
When it may be recommended — in select cases where added disinfection may support healing. Your examination determines whether this step is appropriate for your tooth.
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