LightWalker Laser

LightWalker lasers were designed for dental perfectionists and forward-thinking professionals who try to keep their practice stocked with the best technology on the market. This is why Dr. Aaron Goodman has adopted the technology to improve his patients dental experience in Castle Rock, CO. Using patented QSP (quantum square pulse) mode, the LaserWalker laser has superior interaction with tissues, increasing the speed of procedures, their results and patient comfort.

The LightWalker laser’s state-of-the-art design, engineering and technologies have made it the fastest-cutting Erbium laser in the world. Not only does it outperform rotary burs in both speed and precision, the laser also offers a wide-range of highly-effective treatments for both hard and soft tissues.

Whether you are receiving fillings, root canal therapy, dental implants, a frenectomy or other soft-tissue surgery at Prairie Hawk Dental, the LightWalker laser offers the most comprehensive list of applications of any other dental laser. Perfect for cosmetic and restorative dental procedures, this laser will ensure that you receive the oral care you need at our practice with less pain and with less healing time than conventional treatments.

Dr. Goodman and the rest of our staff is deeply dedicated to providing top-of-the-line dental care in a comfortable setting, and the LightWalker laser allows us to provide the type of care we can be proud of. To schedule an appointment, call 720-515-1801. For more information, visit www.prairiehawkdental.com.

What Is a Frenectomy and Do You Need One?

A frenulum is a small fold or ridge of tissue that either supports or prevents the motion of that to which it is attached. In the mouth, there are two frenulums: the one that connects the upper lip to the gums above your two front teeth and the one that connects the tongue to the base of your mouth. If a frenulum is too short or thick, it can cause speech impediments and gaps between teeth, so corrective action is necessary to resolve the situation.

At Prairie Hawk Dental in Castle Rock, CO, Dr. Aaron Goodman performs frenectomies to resolve frenulums that have proven troublesome. A frenectomy is a safe and effective surgical procedure to remove this fold of skin. Frenectomies are performed with either a scalpel or a laser, but at our office, we use a laser, which causes very little bleeding and doesn’t require stiches. The laser is also preferable to the scalpel method because there is less discomfort and healing time after the procedure. If performed on a young child, a conscious anesthesia is used to relax and numb the child, while adults receive just a local anesthesia numb the area while the fold is removed. A typical frenectomy takes less than 15 minutes.

If your frenulum is causing problems for your smile, schedule an appointment with our office by calling 720-515-1801. For more information, visit www.prairiehawkdental.com.