What types of lasers are used?

Dental professionals, depending on the treatment, use either hard tissue or soft tissue lasers. If the treatment allows, some will use both types.

Lasers of hard tissue can slice through the surface of the tooth. By combining water and a specific mineral found in teeth, their wavelengths are absorbed. These lasers are most commonly used for preparing or shaping teeth for composite bonding, repairing worn-out dental fillings and removing a certain tooth structure.