Laser Dentistry Palo Alto | Dentist Palo Alto

Lasers have been used in dentistry to treat a number of dental problems. In our office, laser dental technology is used to eliminate the need for taking impressions, and widely applied for teeth whitening.

Teeth Whitening

Lasers effectively shorten the time for the teeth whitening procedures as the peroxide bleaching solution applied to the tooth surface is activated by the lasers.

How does it work?

During the process, lasers deliver energy in the form of light. For whitening procedures, the laser beam acts as a source of heat and thus intensifying the effect of tooth bleaching agents. For surgical procedures, the lasers perform as a cutting instrument or a vaporizer of the tissue that is being contacted. For curing a filling, the lasers assist the process of strengthening the bond between the filling and the tooth.

Why it might be good for you:

As it may cause less pain in some cases, therefore it may reduce anxiety for patients that are uncomfortable with dental drill. It may also minimize bleeding and swelling for procedures that involve treating soft tissues.

However, there are few issues to consider:

Lasers technology is only available for selected dental procedures, for instances it cannot be used to fill cavities found between teeth. More, it may not be used to remove defective crowns or silver fillings. Laser is not applicable on teeth with fillings that are already in place.

For further information please contact your Palo Alto Dentist Dr. Hansen Today at 650.326.3290.

First Visit Review

What a great experience. Totally organized with text and email reminders, exceptionally friendly and efficient staff, on-time appointment start late in the day, direct and succinct communication from Dr. Hansen, and straight forward billing and helpful insurance advice. Couldn’t have been better.

Jeff B.
Sleep Dentistry Review

Drs. Hansen and Jurash are employing state-of-the-art techniques to resolve sleep apnea. Not only is their tech cutting edge, but it fits seamlessly into their comfortable and welcoming environment conveniently placed in the heart of Palo Alto. This is truly a top-notch practice lead by very clinically skills dentists. For anyone who needs a mandibular advancement device and management that will strive for the best outcome and avoid complications this is a relationship worth establishing.

Anonymous
Sleep Apnea Treatment Review

Great customer service at the front desk. Clear communication from the physicians and medical staff about treatment. Will recommend this office to family and friends.

Anonymous
Who yelps their dentist? either a very happy or very unhappy customer. Yes I am very happy with Dr Hansen and team.

Over the years I have moved many times and finding a dentist in my new city has always been a pain. About 5 years ago I moved to Palo Alto and started going to Dr Hansen… And now I live in Walnut Creek and still make my way across the bay to palo alto to get my dental work done here. Never wait more than a few minutes to be seen, my hygienist is the best and pays close attention to the things that I hate and makes them painless (thank you Erica), and Dr Hansen is great.

John C.
Concord, CA
I cannot recommend Dr. Hansen and associates enough. Because I moved a few times, I didn’t have a regular dentist for about 5 years. They took me in and did a thorough evaluation, cleaning, and gave me great advice. As a physician myself, I appreciate the time my dentist and the hygienists take to explain what they think is going on (I have gum issues!) and how we might improve it.

On top of outstanding care, it’s a lovely office with really truly nice people. Recently I had some tooth pain, and they got me into the office within a day, diagnosed my problem and set me up with another cleaning all within 45 min. I got a follow up call 2 days later from my dentist to make sure everything was working out. At every visit, they have a printout of how much everything will cost at the next appt and what my insurance will pay before I walk out the door. In case it couldn’t get any better, they watch patients’ kids for them during appointments (!).

I’ve never really felt compelled to yelp anything in my life, but I’m starting today. It’s the least I can do for Dr. Hansen, Dr. Jurash, and everybody at the office for the care they’ve given me.

Maria L.
Stanford, CA
Easily the best dentist I’ve ever been to. The staff are friendly, organised, and very helpful. The dentist is very thorough and does a great job. I just moved to the Bay Area and found this dentist through a coworker. I recommend it to all.

Shane A.
Reno, NV

Teeth Whitening

How does it work?

Why it might be good for you:

However, there are few issues to consider:

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