

Low Level Laser Therapy is also utilized in many dental applications such as post extraction edema, sensitive teeth and gums and benign mouth lesions. A low powered laser procedure does not cut or burn into the skin or affected areas - it stimulates the tissues and promotes healing. The patient feels no discomfort related to the procedure.
Each case is different and the treatment program utilized varies with the severity of the condition. Typically, patients can expect to feel noticeable improvement after four to six sessions for acute conditions and after six to eight treatments for chronic conditions. In many instances, low level laser therapy can be a viable alternative to surgery.
LASER THERAPY FOR PAIN RELIEF
Laser therapy devices are being used to treat all forms of sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, provide improved wound healing, and for laser acupuncture without the use of needles. Laser therapy is a highly effective and non-invasive form of treatment. The patient feels no pain.
Specially designed parameters are utilized in the treatment of muscular - skeletal ailments. Low level laser therapy has proven to be very effective for many conditions that have not responded well to other forms of treatment. Low Level Laser Therapy has been thoroughly tested and proven effective in many countries of the world. It is a well accepted and recommended form of treatment in England, Italy, Ireland, the Netherlands, Russia, Israel, Japan, Canada, India, Venezuela and many other countries in Europe, South America and the Far East.
Doctors in these countries report a 55% to 75% improvement in the alleviation of pain and increase in range of motion and a 75% cure rate. Laser Therapy is effective in treating lower back pain, degenerative arthritic problems, as well as sports type injuries such as rotator cuff and tennis elbow. There are even early indications of improvement in tinnitus and TMJ disorders.

F.A.Q. About Laser Therapy for Pain Relief:
1. What is laser therapy?
Laser therapy is the use of monochromatic light emission that utilizes
superluminous and laser diodes to irradiate abnormal tissue with photons
that are absorbed by a variety of biomolecules resulting in the conversion
of light into biochemical energy.
2. Does the laser treatment hurt?
No, there is typically no heat or sensation.
3. How long are the treatments?
Treatment times can vary depending upon the protocols and pain severity,
but in general, actual laser treatment times are 20 - 30 minutes per treatment,
with regularly scheduled treatments based upon the nature of the ailment.
4. What kind of results should I expect?
Patients and doctors alike report accelerated healing and pain reduction.
