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Solea Laser Experience · 

Solea Laser Experience · 

Solea Laser Experience · 

Solea Laser Experience · 

Solea Laser Experience · 

The Solea all-tissue dental laser by convergent dental is an advanced CO₂ laser system that allows for precise, comfortable, anesthesia-free dental treatments. Unlike traditional dentistry, which often require drills, needles, and anesthesia numbness, Solea offers a high-tech, pain-free, minimally invasive alternative that is simultaneously efficient and gentle. FDA-approved for both hard tissue and soft tissue procedures, Solea’s transformative approach addresses a multitude of dental needs, making it one of the most versatile and innovative tools in modern dentistry.

Solea: A One-of-a kind Dental Laser:

What makes Solea so special is its versatility and comfort levels. While other dental laser units treat either hard tissues or soft tissues, Solea’s unique wavelength interacts seamlessly with enamel, dentin, bone and soft tissue, delivering outstanding results without noise, discomfort, or bleeding. Solea is the only 9.3 micron CO2 Laser available on the market. Its mirror system, optimized by Galvos, computer-controlled systems, multiple spot sizes and variable-speed foot pedal allow for different functions depending on the tissues being treated.

How Can Solea Deliver Anesthesia-free Dentistry:

Solea pulses at an astounding rate of 1,000 pulses per second. The gate control theory of pain asserts that non-painful input can close nerve “gates” to painful input, which prevents the sensation of pain from reaching the central nervous system. As Solea vaporizes tissues, it overwhelms pain receptors, preventing pain signals from ever reaching the brain. The result is an analgesic effect that allows dental work to be completed without shots, numbness, or pain.

Why We Love Solea

We feel that Solea is like the magic wand of dentistry! We love it because it helps us do what we do best: provide gentle, high-quality, leading-edge care for child and teen clients. Our families love Solea because it prioritizes comfort and offers exceptional dental experiences. Solea dental laser has simply transformed how we practice dentistry making procedures faster, more comfortable, and more precise.

Benefits Of The Solea Dental Laser:

No Needles or Numbing in Most Cases: Over 90% of Solea procedures are performed without the need for local anesthesia. This means no shots, no lingering numbness, and a quicker return to normal activities.

Pain-Free Experience: Thanks to its unique laser technology, children report little to no discomfort during their treatment.

Faster Procedures: Solea works quickly and efficiently, reducing overall chair time.

Minimal Bleeding: The laser’s precision and ability to cauterize tissue as it cuts result in minimal bleeding during soft tissue procedures.

No Noise or Vibration: Traditional dental drills produce unpleasant noise and vibrations, Solea is quiet and vibration-free.

Faster Healing: With less trauma to the surrounding tissue, recovery time is significantly reduced and healing is accelerated.

Perfect for Kids: The quiet, gentle nature of the Solea laser makes it ideal for toddler/child/teen patients.

How We Use Solea for pediatric and teenage dentistry:

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Prevention:
Solea possess healing properties that benefits soft and hard tissues. Solea can heal superficial caries and enamel defects by acting on the hydroxyapatite structure which is enhanced when exposed to Solea. Solea also has a photobiomodulation effect on the dental pulp increasing blood supply and healing capacity.

 

 

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Precision Sealants:
Sealants are protective coatings placed in the deep grooves of molars to protect these areas from dental decay. These grooves are tiny bottlenecks that trap food debris and bacteria and are impossible to clean. A sealant seals these grooves and creates a smooth surface that is easy to clean and is impermeable to oral bacteria. Removal of biofilm prior to placing a sealant is important for its success. Solea is the most powerful tool in cleansing tooth structures and eliminating biofilm enhancing the success and duration of dental sealants.

 

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Cavity Treatment:
Solea gently and effectively removes tooth decay without the need for drills or needles. Its precision ensures that only the decayed portion of the tooth is removed, preserving more natural tooth structure. Solea provides faster dental treatments and a virtually pain-free experience that helps children (and parents) feel more at ease. It the perfect solution for both pediatric dentistry and teen dentistry.

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Soft Tissue Procedures:
Solea makes soft tissue treatments like gingivectomies and laser periodontal therapy more comfortable and more efficient than ever. With minimal bleeding, faster healing, and quicker recovery times plus little to no discomfort. Solea also offers soothing results for lip and cheek irritations, sores and aphthous ulcers.

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Endodontic Procedures:
With it’s healing effect, Solea helps calm irritated tooth pulps and improve the success rates of indirect pulp therapy procedures in both the primary and the permanent dentition. It also allows for disinfection of the pulp chamber/canals if pulpotomies or pulpectomies are needed.

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Esthetic and Cosmetic Dentistry:
Esthetic teen gingival (gum) re-contouring, pigment removal and labial frenulectomies are easily completed with Solea. Precision enamelplasty and tooth surface cosmetic enhancements offer stunning, natural-looking results.

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Sleep Apnea & Snoring Relief:
Solea can be used for soft palate tightening procedures, offering a non-invasive option for mild sleep apnea or chronic snoring.

 

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Oral surgery:
Solea laser for oral surgery uses include laser-assisted tooth extractions, orthodontic crown exposures, Solea offers clean, bloodless surgical site with enhanced healing capabilities.

FAQs for Solea Laser Experience:

What does a session with Solea entail?

We tell kids and teenagers that our Solea Laser experience is like going to the dental spa! A beam of sunshine paired with a water bath will clean and revitalize their teeth and mouth. They also get to wear “sunglasses”! This analogy is well-received and helps kids associate the session with something familiar and comfortable. Parents are welcome to sit in on the Solea experience and will also be provided with protective eyeglasses.

How does bypassing local anesthesia happen?

We gently walk kids and teens on what to expect during the Solea experience before the visit. Solea has a water mist that helps with cooling. We explain to our clients that they will be feeling vibrations and a cooling sensation on their tooth. During the initial introduction of Solea, we guide our children and teens through these sensations and ask them to report any excessive sensitivity by raising their hand. Mode, speed and technique are carefully calibrated until complete comfort is achieved. In the rare instance where someone remains sensitive to the care, we can introduce a slight amount of local anesthetic using our computerized delivery system, the STA. However, the majority of treatments are completed completely pain-free and anesthesia-free.

Does my child need sedation during Solea care?

This will depend on the treatment needs. In general, we encourage parents to consider the comforts of our sedation suite. Because Solea is such a gentle instrument, nitrous oxide and oxygen inhalation sedation offers a perfect pairing to achieve a super comfortable experience.

How is Solea delivered to the site of treatment?

Solea’s handpiece has a small tip where the laser beam appears. The small beam can be adjusted in size depending on the treatment area and the specific desired outcome. Solea’s beam precision is a dentist’s dream come true!

Brighter smiles, faster healing, light and care—this is the evolution of laser dentistry. 
At Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, Solea® and Gemini™ lasers help us provide safe, comfortable, and modern dental care for kids and teens. Our latest blog takes you inside the evolution of laser technology in dentistry—from light to healing.
Blog 👉 https://smilesla.com/pediatric-dentistry-orthodontics/light-to-healing-the-evolution-of-laser-in-pediatric-dentistry
Written by our wonderful Dr. Reem, this article traces the journey of dental lasers from Einstein’s early vision to today’s advanced Solea® and Gemini™ systems, showing how this innovation is shaping the future of pediatric care and transforming smiles with comfort and precision.
💬 Curious about the benefits of laser dentistry? Share your thoughts or questions below!
📩 Contact us to see how lasers can make your child’s next visit gentler.
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📧 Email: info@smilesla.com
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📞 (310) 837-6453
📧 info@smilesla.com
Caring for bright smiles and confident kids with heart and expertise 💛🦷
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