For many people, the sound of a dental drill triggers immediate anxiety, and that fear keeps them from getting the care they need. Laser dentistry changes that experience entirely. The WaterLase iPlus allows us to complete standard dental procedures far faster than if we were to use a dental drill, and far more comfortably. As a dental practice, we understand that no one looks forward to treating a cavity, a root canal, or any other invasive procedure. However, while unpopular, these procedures are necessary for the current and future health of your teeth. The good news is that the WaterLase iPlus lets us care for your teeth in a way that does not cause the pressure, heat, and vibration you would feel with a traditional drill. At Infinite Dental Wellness in Glendale, Dr. Leon Kiraj and Dr. Liana Muradyan use this advanced technology to make dental care a calmer, gentler experience. To learn more, call (818) 541-1110 to schedule an appointment.
What Is WaterLase iPlus?
The WaterLase iPlus is an advanced dental laser that allows us to gently treat both hard and soft tissue. It is used as an alternative to the traditional dental drill, and it is a significant improvement over the first-generation WaterLase systems. The technology combines laser energy with a fine spray of water, which is why it is often described as gentle and cool compared to the heat and friction of a drill. At Infinite Dental Wellness, we use the WaterLase iPlus to give our patients an anxiety-free, comfortable, and relaxing dental experience.
By eliminating the need for a traditional dental drill, we also eliminate the pressure that comes from using one, along with the heat and vibration that patients find so unpleasant. This reduces both the physical and emotional stress that can come with dental work. In fact, the method is so gentle that most of our patients no longer need anesthesia when we treat something like a cavity, which means no numb lips and cheeks lingering for hours after your visit.
How Laser Dentistry Works
Rather than grinding away tooth structure mechanically, the WaterLase iPlus uses focused laser energy combined with water to precisely remove decay and prepare teeth. Because the laser is so accurate, it can target only the area that needs treatment while preserving more of your healthy tooth structure. The cooling water spray keeps the tissue comfortable and reduces the heat that a drill generates. This precision and gentleness is what makes laser dentistry such a meaningful upgrade for patients, especially those who have avoided the dentist out of fear.
Is WaterLase iPlus Right for Me?
Many of our patients ask whether WaterLase iPlus is right for them. If you are considering which dentist to visit for dental care, or want to know if you qualify for this treatment option, we encourage you to call (818) 541-1110 and schedule an appointment with our dental office. You will find that this is a solution that can make receiving dental care a far more relaxing experience. The WaterLase solution can work for virtually any patient regardless of your current oral health. Because it is a minimally invasive alternative to the dental drill, it is an especially good way to treat dental problems in older adults and in those who suffer from dental anxiety or tooth sensitivity.
This gentleness also makes laser dentistry a wonderful option for younger patients and anyone who has had stressful dental experiences in the past. As a practice that welcomes patients of all ages, we appreciate how the WaterLase iPlus helps even our most nervous patients feel at ease. If you have been putting off needed treatment because of fear, this technology may be exactly what allows you to finally move forward.
How Long Does It Take?
How long a procedure takes really depends on what dental work is being performed. A root canal, for example, will always take longer than treating a standard cavity. However, WaterLase iPlus makes it possible for us to complete procedures much faster than if we were using traditional metal dental tools. Additionally, since most of our patients do not need anesthesia when we use WaterLase, we save the time normally spent waiting for numbing to take effect. That means you can visit our dentist office and get back to work, school, or your busy schedule much sooner.
What Is the Recovery Time?
You recover much faster when your dental work is completed using WaterLase iPlus, because it is minimally invasive compared to using a dental drill. The laser is gentle on the surrounding tissue, which means less irritation and a quicker return to normal. The system also features an innovative graphic interface that allows us to easily program the laser settings for each procedure. For you as a patient, this means less time spent waiting in the dental chair, because we can begin treatment promptly and work efficiently.
WaterLase iPlus Compared with the Dental Drill
There is truly no comparison between the WaterLase iPlus and the traditional dental drill. While they can achieve some similar results, the way they do so is entirely different, as is the recovery experience. A dental drill takes longer to use, and it brings pressure, heat, vibration, and discomfort. With this newer technology, the laser addresses the same problems in a way that does not irritate the tissue we are working on or the surrounding tissue. As a result, you feel better during the procedure and recover faster afterward.
- No drill pressure, heat, or vibration
- Often no need for anesthesia when treating cavities
- More precise treatment that preserves healthy tooth structure
- Less irritation to surrounding tissue and faster recovery
- A calmer, lower-stress experience for anxious patients
Why We Use WaterLase iPlus
In addition to gently treating decay and infection, the WaterLase iPlus is a more convenient way to address a wide variety of oral health problems. It also allows us to perform root canals more thoroughly. The technology lets us not only remove the infected area but also clean the interior of the tooth carefully and completely, which helps your tooth recover faster and reduces the likelihood of a returning infection. Patients often report feeling better right away.
The WaterLase iPlus is also an ideal tool for treating gum disease. Gum disease develops when plaque and tartar build up beneath the surface of the gums, an area you cannot reach with brushing and flossing at home. Traditionally, cleaning this area required pulling the gum tissue back so the plaque and tartar could be scraped away with metal instruments, a process that is uncomfortable and tends to leave the gums swollen and irritated. The WaterLase iPlus changes that. This modern laser can break up the plaque and tartar beneath your gums without having to pull the gum tissue away. That means your gums are far less likely to swell or become inflamed from the treatment, and they often begin to feel better quickly once the buildup is removed. In many cases, we can complete a gum disease treatment in a single sitting rather than the multiple sessions often required for traditional deep cleanings.
Conditions We Treat with Laser Dentistry
The versatility of the WaterLase iPlus is one of the reasons we rely on it across so many treatments. From routine restorative work to gum care, it gives us a gentler way to keep your mouth healthy.
- Treating cavities, often without anesthesia
- Performing more thorough root canal therapy
- Treating gum disease by removing plaque and tartar beneath the gums
- Addressing soft-tissue concerns with precision
- Providing comfortable care for anxious and sensitive patients
Should I Be Worried If My Gums Bleed When I Floss?
Gums that bleed when you floss or brush are often an early sign of gum inflammation, which can be the beginning of gum disease. Healthy gums generally do not bleed with gentle, regular cleaning. While occasional minor bleeding after a break in your flossing routine is common, persistent bleeding is a signal worth taking seriously. The encouraging part is that early gum issues are very treatable, and the gentle, laser-assisted gum therapy we offer with the WaterLase iPlus makes addressing them more comfortable than ever. If your gums bleed regularly, schedule an evaluation so we can help you get back to healthy gums.
Cost, Insurance, and Local Care in Glendale
Laser dentistry with the WaterLase iPlus is incorporated into the treatments we provide, and we are happy to discuss the cost of any procedure before we begin. Infinite Dental Wellness accepts all PPO dental insurance plans, which help cover many of the treatments where we use the WaterLase iPlus, such as fillings, root canals, and gum disease care; please note that we do not accept Medi-Cal or Denti-Cal. For patients throughout Glendale who want a gentler dental experience, we make advanced laser care accessible and convenient, including same-day emergency appointments when you need them.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you would like to learn more about laser dentistry or the WaterLase iPlus specifically, we encourage you to call (818) 541-1110 and schedule an appointment with our dental office. At Infinite Dental Wellness, we are confident that once you experience the benefits of laser dentistry, you will choose this gentle approach over a traditional dental experience. Dr. Leon Kiraj and Dr. Liana Muradyan are a USC-trained husband-and-wife team, and our practice is proud of its 4.9-star rating with more than 300 reviews, our mercury-free philosophy, and our gentle, all-ages care.
You no longer have to dread your dental visits. Join the many patients who have discovered how comfortable and convenient laser dentistry can be. Call Infinite Dental Wellness today at (818) 541-1110 to schedule your appointment in Glendale and experience the difference the WaterLase iPlus can make.
The Benefits of Laser Dentistry for Anxious Patients
Dental anxiety is one of the most common reasons people postpone the care they need, and the WaterLase iPlus was practically made to help. So much of dental fear is tied to the sounds and sensations of the traditional drill, the high-pitched whine, the vibration, and the pressure. By replacing the drill with gentle laser energy and a soothing water spray, we remove the very triggers that make so many patients tense. The result is a quieter, calmer appointment where many procedures require no needle and no numbing at all.
For patients who have avoided the dentist for years, this can be transformative. A more comfortable experience makes it easier to stay on top of routine care, which means problems are caught early and treated simply rather than growing into emergencies. If anxiety has kept you away, we encourage you to give laser dentistry a try; many of our most nervous patients tell us afterward that it was nothing like what they feared.
Laser Dentistry for Children and Older Adults
The gentleness of the WaterLase iPlus makes it especially valuable for our youngest and oldest patients. Children often find the drill frightening, and the prospect of an injection can make a simple cavity feel overwhelming. With laser treatment, we can frequently care for a child's tooth without anesthesia and with far less stress, helping them build positive associations with the dentist that last a lifetime. As a practice that welcomes all ages, we love how the laser turns a potentially scary visit into a manageable one.
Older adults benefit too. Mature patients may have heightened tooth sensitivity, multiple existing restorations, or medical considerations that make a minimally invasive approach especially appealing. Because the WaterLase iPlus is precise and conservative, it preserves more healthy tooth structure and supports gentler, faster healing, which is ideal for patients of any age who want the least disruptive care possible.
What to Expect at Your Laser Dentistry Appointment
If you have never experienced laser dentistry, knowing what to expect makes it even easier. After we review your needs, we prepare the WaterLase iPlus and program it for your specific procedure using its intuitive interface. During treatment you will hear a soft, popping sound rather than the loud whir of a drill, and you will feel the cool water spray rather than heat and heavy vibration. Most patients are comfortable throughout, and because anesthesia is often unnecessary, you leave without the lingering numbness that can disrupt the rest of your day. We will explain everything as we go and answer any questions, so you always feel informed and at ease.