Laser Dentistry for Oral Lesions in Springfield

The Symptoms of Dental Lesions

The symptoms you experience when suffering from oral lesions will vary depending on the types of oral lesions you have. The dentists at Dental One Associates of Springfield will perform a thorough examination to determine the underlying reasons for your dental lesions and to provide you with the most effective treatments for your situation. In some cases, antiviral medications can produce good effects for our patients. We will create an oral lesions treatment regimen that suits your needs, your schedule and your budget.

Types of Oral Lesions Dental One Associates of Springfield Can Treat

We treat most types of oral lesions in our office, including the following:

• Cold sores are caused by Type 1 herpes simplex virus. This is a very common type of viral infection that typically causes blisters filled with fluid to appear on the outside of the lips or, in some cases, inside the mouth. Treating cold sores promptly can reduce pain and can eliminate the embarrassment that these unsightly conditions can sometimes cause for our patients in the Springfield area.
• There are more than a hundred varieties of human papillomavirus or HPV. Some of these viral infections, however, primarily affect the mouth and throat. Treating HPV lesions promptly is essential to ensure that the abnormal cells present in these oral lesions do not develop into cancers that could affect your overall state of health.
• Certain birthmarks known as hemangiomas can also appear on the lips, gums and on the inside of the mouth. These birthmarks can be removed in our dental office to restore a more natural appearance and to promote the best dental health and comfort for you and your family members.
• Canker sores are often painful and can result from small injuries inside your mouth or as a side effect of other conditions. If you have a canker sore that has not healed over the course of a week or two, please call Dental One Associates of Springfield at (571) 364-7212 to request an appointment with us.

Our team can offer oral lesions treatment plans that will work with your schedule, your budget and your current dental needs. If you are looking for laser dentistry treatment options, Dental One Associates of Springfield can deliver these advanced dental solutions for you and any other member of your family.

Treatments for Oral Lesions

Depending on the severity of your lesions and the underlying reason for them, we can often provide treatment plans that range from conservative topical applications to advanced antiviral medications and laser dentistry solutions. Our laser dentistry treatment team can deliver the right options for your needs and your desired schedule. We will diagnose your issues and will provide you with targeted solutions that work perfectly for you or other members of your family.

How Laser Therapies Work

The dentists at Dental One Associates of Springfield can calibrate the dental laser to remove only the damaged and infected tissues. This can significantly reduce the amount of healthy tissue that is removed during these procedures, which can speed healing and reduce the time needed to recover from your laser therapy. We may also remove a small portion of the affected area in a procedure called a biopsy. This tissue will then be sent to our pathology laboratory partners to determine its precise nature and to ensure that your treatment is as effective and safe as possible. Your laser therapy session will usually last for less than an hour. Many of our patients experience significantly less pain after the procedure is complete.

Benefits of Laser Therapy for Lesions

Laser therapies can reduce the time you will need to recover from these issues. Additionally, a laser treatment requires little or no anesthesia and will typically reduce your need for pain medications after the therapy is complete. Because dental lasers are so precise, they can remove the unattractive lesion and can reduce the risk that it will return. This can ensure that you enjoy worry-free smiles in the future.

If you are looking for quality dental care options in Springfield, the friendly and knowledgeable experts at Dental One Associates of Springfield can deliver the right solutions for you. Give us a call today at (571) 364-7212 to schedule your first appointment with us. We think you will be happy that you did.