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Laser Dentistry: A Better Way To Treat Gums (video)

Woman with a Bright Smile at Family Dental of Spokane Valley

The Centers for Disease Control recently reported that nearly half of American adults have some form of periodontitis. This is considered an advanced form of gum disease.

At one time, a scalpel and stitches were needed to remove infected gum tissue and close it again. At Family Dental of Spokane Valley, WA, we have a better way to deal with gum disease.

Laser dentistry allows our dentist to repair the infected tissue without surgery. The laser also seals the gums so stitches usually are not needed. Dr. Ellsworth discusses our dental lasers in the video below.

If you have gum disease, contact us online or call 509-850-3217 to schedule an appointment soon.

What Our Patients Are Saying

N. M. (Verified Patient) | May 22, 2020
5
Knowledgeable & Friendly staff.

Knowledgeable & Friendly staff.

Verified Patient | May 20, 2020
5
DR. ELLSWORTH and his staff are fantastic! Dr. ELLSWORTH saw me a year and half...
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DR. ELLSWORTH and his staff are fantastic! Dr. ELLSWORTH saw me a year and half a ago with an emergency and I have been with them ever since. They are timely, efficient, clean, professional and caring. I found my Dentist and am here to stay.

D. M. (Verified Patient) | Apr 28, 2020
5
Best Dentist experience Ive had.. Receptionist is amazing..I would recommend anyone to visit this dental...
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Best Dentist experience Ive had.. Receptionist is amazing..I would recommend anyone to visit this dental office...

M. E. (Verified Patient) | Apr 09, 2020
5
Dr Ellsworth and his staff are warm and welcoming. I feel very safe and looked...
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Dr Ellsworth and his staff are warm and welcoming. I feel very safe and looked after from the moment I first walk in the door. I always leave with a sense of hopeful optimism. I'm always expecting the bill to hit me like a punch to the gut, but it never does. Their prices are fair. I've been to many dentists in my life. Dr Ellsworth is amazing!! I have found my dentistry home.❤

V. S. (Verified Patient) | Apr 03, 2020
5
I really like Dr Craig and the ladies they are so very nice! Very caring!...
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I really like Dr Craig and the ladies they are so very nice! Very caring! Genuine... Mary my hygenyist very sweet. Thankyou

S. C. (Verified Patient) | Mar 20, 2020
5
The team at Family Dental is always friendly and helpful and Dr Ellsworth is by...
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The team at Family Dental is always friendly and helpful and Dr Ellsworth is by far the best dentist I have ever had.

A. W. (Verified Patient) | Mar 03, 2020
5
Amazing. A-mah-zing. I have the absolute WORST dental anxiety, and as such had been avoiding...
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Amazing. A-mah-zing. I have the absolute WORST dental anxiety, and as such had been avoiding seeing a dentist for a long time. From the woman who scheduled me on the phone, to the front desk folks, to Katie the hygienist, everybody was so sweet and kind and understanding! Everything they did felt like they were personalizing toward me and my comfort. Everything was explained to me and Katie was so gentle and kind and judgement-free. It feels weird to say but honestly I had a good visit! I left there feeling better than I have in a looong time. They helped me feel like I would be able to feel good about my teeth in a way I haven’t in a long time. I wish I’d come sooner. But I’ll definitely be coming back and I’m telling everyone I know to go see these guys if they have any dental anxiety at all.

L. D. (Verified Patient) | Mar 02, 2020
5
Very friendly and accommodating! Great with kids!

Very friendly and accommodating! Great with kids!

A. O. (Verified Patient) | Feb 27, 2020
5
I was nervous to visit but my heigenist couldn't have been more amazing. She was...
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I was nervous to visit but my heigenist couldn't have been more amazing. She was communicative, comfortable, thorough, non-judgmental, careful, advocating, and kind. She met me right where I was and immediately proceeded with confidence, education and understanding. I feel silly now for having been hesitant to visit, and I will not be looking for any other dental office :)

Y. D. (Verified Patient) | Feb 12, 2020
5
This place was very friendly and welcoming. The staff made me feel welcomed. They explained...
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This place was very friendly and welcoming. The staff made me feel welcomed. They explained all my procedures very clearly.

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