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Biolase Dental Laser For Periodontal
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Fig. 1. Pre-op view. The patient desired a gum lift for smile enhancement. |
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Fig 2. Because the Waterlase MD has very atraumatic soft tissue settings, first use the laser to mark the gum tissue that would be removed, without damaging any underlying tissue. |
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Fig 3. Immediately after trimming the gum tissue, note the lack of bleeding, swelling, or charring around the incision. |
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Fig 4. After trimming the gums, the bony crown lengthening using a "closed flap" technique, meaning the bone re-shaped without cutting away the gums, lifting a flap, or suturing. |
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Fig. 5. Immediately post-op, the bone has been shaved and contoured to an adequate level. Except for the fact that the teeth are shaped better, you cannot tell anything was done. |
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