Studies have shown that 20% of school-age children in the UK are afraid of visiting the dentist. Unfortunately, this issue makes things difficult for the parents and dentists. Even worse, the anxiety can be detrimental to the child’s oral health when it prevents them from receiving necessary dental treatment. So what can dentists do to offer a pain-free experience? Laser dentistry may be the answer.
At Harley Street Dental Clinic, we appreciate that children are not simply small adults and we take a unique approach to children’s dentistry offering more than a mini version of adult care. Children are afraid of the dentist and we do everything we can to make their experience comfortable and fun. Our experienced dentist in W1 will examine your child’s teeth carefully and will create an individual treatment plan. More importantly, since we use laser dentistry your little one is unlikely to feel any pain or discomfort in the dentist’s chair.
Benefits of laser dentistry for children
Laser dentistry is one of dentistry’s latest advances. The laser delivers energy in the form of light, and depending on the intended result, this energy targets the enamel or gum tissue. Unlike the dental drill and other dental instruments that may be unpleasant for a child, laser dentistry creates no heat or vibration, and makes the procedure quite comfortable for most children. Added benefits include fast soft tissue healing and more accuracy during treatment.
Laser dentistry at Harley Street Dental Clinic has a range of applications to benefit our patients, such as preventing gum disease and tooth decay. Our dentist in W1 is highly-trained in this type of treatment and will make your child feel comfortable throughout the procedure.
No needles, no numbing, no problem
Most children find laser procedures remarkably comfortable. They feel nothing more than the touch of the dentist in W1 and an occasional sensation of warmth. Moreover, laser dentistry preserves and protects the healthy tooth enamel with smaller, more controlled preparations. To find out if your child is a good candidate for laser dentistry in Harley Street, contact us today and we will schedule an appointment for you.