Dentistry technology has come a long way in recent years, with new processes and developments that benefit patients. Our dentists are committed to staying ahead of the curve, and offer the most advanced treatments, including laser dentistry. This is a modern, state-of-the-art method by which to perform many common dental procedures. Laser dentistry can be used to treat the following:

Reshape gums
Clean teeth
Remove plaque
To prevent infection in root canal treatments

Teeth whitening

Biopsies
Oral surgeries

Benefits of Laser Dentistry

Many people dread the experience of going to the dentist, and the sound and pressure of the dental drill. Laser dentistry is virtually painless, and does not involve drilling or unpleasant pressure. As the laser beam is focused strictly upon the area to be treated, the procedure is typically far more comfortable, involves less pain, and leads to a faster recovery, as well as reducing the risk of complications.

How Does Laser Dentistry Work?

A laser is an intense, narrowly focused beam of light. The laser used in dental treatments is FDA approved, and was specifically developed to treat various dental and oral conditions. The laser is focused on the site that requires treatment, whether teeth or gums, and the tissue or tooth structure is reshaped or the decayed area removed. As with any dental treatment, it is the hands of the practitioner that make the difference in outcome. Our Pasadena dentists are highly-skilled and have impressive qualifications, including serving as educators for modern dentistry techniques.

No Drilling, No Anesthetic, and Faster Recovery Times

Laser dentistry to treat cavities is a recent development, and many dental offices do not offer this option. At Pasadena Smile Center, we offer this advanced dental technique to our patients. It has proved to be of great benefit for those who cannot tolerate drilling or want to avoid anesthetic, or have other health concerns. The first step is to have a comprehensive dental exam to determine what areas need to be treated, and by what means. We offer a wide range of dental treatments, and are proud to offer our patients laser dentistry as an option.

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Practice Policy Update Regarding COVID-19

May 2020

Dear Valued Patient:

We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety.

Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice and you may have seen this during your visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe.

Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.

You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example:

All patients must wear a mask when entering the office.

Anyone accompanying you will be asked to wait in their vehicle.

Our office will communicate with you beforehand to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you are in the office.

Upon arrival at your appointment your temperature will be taken for the safety of all staff and patients.

Prior to receiving treatment you will be asked to rinse with an antimicrobial for a minimum of 30 seconds

We have hand sanitizer that we will ask you to use when you enter the office. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed.

You may see that our waiting room will no longer offer magazines, and so forth, since those items are difficult to clean and disinfect.

UV Air purifiers have been placed throughout the office.

Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered fewer options for scheduling your appointment.

We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the reception area at any one time, so we ask that you do your best to be on time.

We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice. To make an appointment, please call our office at (626)798-7834 or visit our website at pasadenasmilecenter@yahoo.com.

Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends.

Sincerely, Niloufar Molayem, D.D.S. & Team