Total Wellness Dental

Dr. Hieu Do

Total Wellness Dental

Total Wellness Dental > Services > Laser Dentistry

Using the medical power of light, our dental laser offers comfortable care and faster healing for you and your loved ones.

Laser Dentistry in West Houston

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Dental lasers make it possible to provide precise, minimally invasive treatments to patients of all ages, and many dentists are replacing loud drills and other dental tools with this innovative technology. Lasers offer numerous benefits to the patient, and their versatility makes them a beneficial tool in any dental office.

Our Fotona® Lightwalker laser is FDA-approved for several treatments, illustrating our commitment to keeping you comfortable in West Houston and the surrounding area.

What Is a Dental Laser?

A dental laser is a device that uses a focused beam of light energy to target hard and soft tissues. When the light beam makes contact with your tissues, it vaporizes cells, triggering a specific reaction.

Hard tissues, such as bone and teeth, require an Er: YAG wavelength that is absorbed by water.

Soft tissues, such as your gums, require an Nd: YAG wavelength that is absorbed by pigments and blood.

Our Fotona Lightwalker does both!

Why Consider Laser Dentistry?

Our Fotona Lightwalker laser offers a variety of benefits to your oral health and patient experience, including the following:

Comfort

Dental lasers are quiet and can reduce or eliminate the need for anesthesia, often decreasing post-op discomfort.

Healing

Using laser energy helps with clotting and tissue regeneration so that you can experience faster healing than with traditional methods.

Precision

The Fotona Lightwalker is extremely precise, allowing us to preserve more of your healthy tooth structure and gum tissue.

Versatility

We use a laser for a variety of dental treatments, giving you numerous ways to maintain the best oral health possible.

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Awesome experience. All staff very professional and efficient. Dr Do is a pleasure to be my dentist. Highly recommend for all your dental needs.

- Linda

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What Procedures Use a Dental Laser?

Our dental office uses the Fotona Lightwalker dental laser for numerous treatments; when you visit us for a consultation, we can assess your teeth and gums and speak with you about any of the following:

Photobiomodulation — Also known as Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT), photobiomodulation uses red light to reduce pain and inflammation and help you heal faster.
LipLase℠ — This cosmetic laser treatment heats the deep layers of your lips and stimulates your body’s collagen production, giving you plumper, smoother lips.
Nightlase® snoring and sleep apnea treatment — Snoring and sleep apnea can keep you and your partner from getting ample rest, but our dental laser can tighten the muscles in the back of your throat, opening your airways.
Sweeps® endodontic treatment — Root canal therapy is more comfortable than ever with our laser treatment. With Shock Wave Enhanced Emission Photoacoustic Streaming (SWEEPS), we can precisely clean your infected root canal and preserve more of your natural tooth structure.
Soft tissue surgeries — If your little one needs a lip or tongue frenectomy, or if you have gum disease that requires a gingivectomy, we can perform these surgeries with minimal discomfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

What procedures can be done with laser dentistry?

Laser dentistry offers a modern approach to dental care that is precise and minimally invasive. Total Wellness Dental uses the Fotona LightWalker® laser to provide both hard and soft tissue treatments with improved comfort and faster healing.

Patients can experience less discomfort and reduced recovery times compared with traditional methods. The laser allows the team to address a wide range of dental needs while preserving healthy tissue and improving outcomes.

How We Use the Fotona LightWalker Laser

The Fotona LightWalker laser allows the team to perform many procedures safely and efficiently. Common treatments include:

Caries removal for decayed teeth
Endodontic procedures to treat tooth nerves
Periodontal care for gum disease management
Soft tissue surgeries such as gum reshaping and frenectomies
Sleep apnea treatment

Using the laser reduces bleeding, swelling, and recovery time. It also allows for precise treatment that protects healthy tissue.

The versatility of the laser means your dentist can customize care to meet your specific needs while maintaining comfort and safety.

Call to Learn How Laser Dentistry Can Benefit You

Experience the difference that laser technology can make for your dental care. Call Total Wellness Dental at (281) 463-7258 to schedule a consultation.

Our dental team will happily answer your questions and help you achieve the best oral health possible.

OUR TEAM

Dr. Hieu Do DDS, D.ABDSM

Dr. Hieu Do is the proud owner of Total Wellness Dental. A compassionate leader and lifelong learner, Dr. Do believes in empowering both her team and her patients to reach their fullest potential, personally, professionally, and in their oral health. Her leadership philosophy centers on leading by example and fostering an environment of growth, trust, and positivity.

Dr. Do attended the University of Texas School of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2014, following her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Wharton County ...

Want to Learn More About Our Dental Laser?

At Total Wellness Dental, we will happily answer your questions and explain your laser treatment options. Our goal is to provide the most efficient, comfortable care possible, and we pride ourselves on using the latest technology to do just that.

Please feel free to reach out for more information or to schedule an appointment.

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Laser Dentistry Technology

Fotona Lightwalker®

With the Fotona Lightwalker, we perform both hard- and soft-tissue treatments. It uses two laser wavelengths, reducing healing time, minimizing bleeding, and allowing less anesthesia. With this innovative dental laser, we can prepare cavities for fillings, shape your teeth, treat gum disease, and perform soft tissue surgeries. It’s an invaluable tool at Total Wellness Dental.