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Herpetic lesions, or cold sores, are very common. At DMD Dental, we offer laser treatment for cold sores to help you get relief and reduce breakouts.
What is Herpetic Lesion Treatment?
Oral herpes is present in as many as 50-80% of adults in the United States. In most cases, it doesn’t cause any symptoms, but some people experience regular outbreaks of cold sores, or small lesions that develop around the mouth and lips. These lesions can be unappealing and are contagious if not treated. Cold sores can appear with certain triggers such as sun exposure, stress, fever, menstruation, and more. Cold sores and herpetic lesions can be treated with laser energy, which destroys the virus causing the breakout. This can reduce the prominence of cold sores and shorten outbreaks.
What are the Benefits of Herpetic Lesion Treatment?
Laser treatment for herpes lesions can stimulate the growth of new skin cells, helping cold sores heal faster. Treated early enough, it may even be able to prevent cold sores before they fully erupt. It can provide relief from itchiness, pain, and discomfort, as well as make the healing process more comfortable. It may even be able to reduce the frequency and severity of future breakouts.
What Can I Expect From Herpetic Lesion Treatment?
Dr. Du Mond will discuss your health history with you to learn the full scope of your experience with cold sores. She will then apply laser energy to the cold sores, which only takes a few minutes. This laser energy stimulates the growth of new skin, disinfects the area, and provides relief from discomfort. Afterward, you can go about the rest of your day.
The Herpetic Lesion Treatment Process and Beyond
Cold sores treated with laser energy can heal within a few days. Dr. Du Mond will give you care instructions for your cold sores, but no downtime is necessary following treatment. With prompt treatment of cold sores, you can reduce the frequency of outbreaks. Dr. Du Mond can help you learn more about managing cold sores during your appointment.
Herpetic Lesion Treatment in Scottsdale, AZ
To learn more about herpetic lesion treatment, contact our Scottsdale, AZ office by calling or filling out our online form.
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