What Is Laser Tissue Regeneration?
Laser-assisted tissue regeneration uses focused light energy to stimulate the body’s natural healing and growth processes in damaged or deficient oral tissues. The laser promotes cellular activity, increases blood flow, and accelerates the repair of soft tissue and, in some applications, bone. This technology allows the practice to support healing after surgical procedures, enhance the outcomes of periodontal treatment, and encourage tissue recovery in areas affected by disease or trauma.
Laser Tissue Regeneration: Quick Facts
| Quick fact | Typical answer |
|---|---|
| Number of visits | 1 to several |
| Time needed | A few minutes per session |
| Anesthesia | None |
| Recovery time | None |
| Used with | Grafting, extractions, implants and other surgery |
These are typical ranges. Your own plan is confirmed after an examination.
Who Laser Tissue Regeneration Is For
Low-level laser light, also called photobiomodulation, increases blood flow and cell activity in the area treated. It is used to support healing after another procedure, not as a replacement for it.
- Recovery after gum or bone grafting
- Healing after extractions or implant placement
- Patients who heal slowly, for example with diabetes
- Sore or slow-healing surgical sites
- A wish to reduce swelling and discomfort after surgery
Laser Tissue Regeneration at Bensonhurst Dental Care
At Bensonhurst Dental Care, laser tissue regeneration is provided by Dr. Alex Rubinshtein as part of the practice’s comprehensive approach to healing and recovery. The laser is applied to the treatment site using specific wavelengths and energy levels calibrated to promote regeneration without damaging surrounding healthy tissue. The treatment is non-invasive, painless, and requires no anesthesia. It can be performed as a standalone therapy or as an adjunct to other treatments to enhance healing.
What to Expect, Step by Step
- Assessment. We confirm the site is suitable.
- Laser application. The laser is held over the tissue for a few minutes without touching it.
- Repeat sessions. Sessions are repeated over the following days or weeks.
- Monitoring. Healing is checked at each visit.
Where low-level laser therapy is used
| Situation | Aim | Typical number of sessions |
|---|---|---|
| After gum grafting | Less swelling and faster soft tissue healing | 1 to 3 |
| After extractions or implants | Greater comfort and healing support | 1 to 3 |
| Around bone grafts | Support for the healing response | Several, over weeks |
The laser does not heal tissue. It gives the body better conditions in which to heal itself.
Recovery and Aftercare
After laser treatment
The first 24 hours
- Follow the instructions for the main procedure you had
- Eat and drink as advised for that procedure
- No special precautions are needed for the laser session itself
The following days
- Attend all planned sessions
- Keep the area clean as instructed
- Avoid smoking, which slows healing
When to Call Us
Call the office on (718) 234-3434 if you notice any of the following:
- Healing seems to stall
- Pain or swelling increases
- You notice pus or a bad taste
Where It Is Most Useful
Laser tissue regeneration is particularly valuable following periodontal procedures such as pocket reduction surgery, gum grafting, or bone grafting, where supporting the body’s healing response directly impacts the quality and speed of recovery. It is also used in conjunction with LANAP, which inherently incorporates laser energy to stimulate regeneration of bone and connective tissue attachment around the teeth.
Cost and Insurance
Laser treatment is priced by the procedure, not by the use of the laser itself. You are told the fee before treatment.
What affects the cost
- The procedure being carried out
- The number of teeth or areas treated
- The number of sessions needed
- Whether the laser is used alone or alongside another treatment
Insurance usually covers a laser procedure in the same way as the conventional version of that procedure. Therapy sessions for pain relief may not be covered. Our team can check your benefits and explain your options before treatment begins.
