The Waterlase is a dental laser that enables the dentist to use minimal and sometimes no anesthetic or drills to perform many routine dental procedures. The Waterlase combines water, air, and laser energy for safe use on human tissue in the mouth. Our teeth are partially made up of water, and when the laser makes contact with the tooth, it excites the water molecules to cut through the tooth. Since the laser continuously sprays out water, it keeps the tooth hydrated preventing heat and giving you a virtually pain-free experience.
The Waterlase can be used to either perform or expedite many procedures, including: