Laser stain removal teeth
Laser treatment is not the usual way to remove tooth stain; dentists generally use scaling and polishing, while lasers have specific periodontal uses.
The short answer
Laser treatment is not the usual way to remove ordinary tooth stain; dentists generally use scaling and polishing, while lasers have specific periodontal uses.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
Surface calculus is detached with ultrasonic or hand scalers, then stain may be removed by polishing or air polishing. A laser may be used for selected gum treatment or as part of a whitening protocol.
What can you do next?
The dentist first identifies calculus, external stain, intrinsic discoloration, or a restoration before selecting cleaning, whitening, or periodontal treatment.
When should you seek dental care?
Seek examination for quickly returning discoloration, one dark tooth, bleeding, bad taste, recession, or pain.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask what material is being removed, what the laser is intended to do, and whether scaling is also needed.
Frequently asked questions
Could this have another cause?
Surface calculus is detached with ultrasonic or hand scalers, then stain may be removed by polishing or air polishing. A laser may be used for selected gum treatment or as part of a whitening protocol.
What should I do first?
The dentist first identifies calculus, external stain, intrinsic discoloration, or a restoration before selecting cleaning, whitening, or periodontal treatment.