Soft Tissue Laser Treatments
Gentle Soft Tissue Care with Solea
When most people think of the dentist, they think of teeth. However, the health and shape of your gums and the soft tissues in your mouth are just as important to your smile and overall well-being. At Westside, the Solea laser allows us to perform soft tissue procedures with a level of comfort and healing that simply isn’t possible with traditional methods.
Dental care at Westside is provided by Dr. Zubaida Hussain, dentist and Dental Director, in West Springs, Calgary SW. We follow the Alberta Dental Fee Guide and accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). New patients welcome – no referral needed.
Replacing the scalpel
For gum and soft-tissue procedures – frenectomies (tongue-tie and lip-tie releases), gum reshaping, crown lengthening and treatment of cold sores – the Solea laser does the work of a scalpel while sealing small blood vessels as it goes. That usually means little bleeding, no stitches and a shorter, more comfortable recovery.
Most soft-tissue treatments at Westside are completed in a single short visit with Dr. Zubaida Hussain.
What to Expect with Laser Soft Tissue Treatments
- No Scalpels or Stitches: Because the laser seals the tissue as it works, there is rarely any need for sutures, and bleeding is virtually eliminated. Instant Healing: The laser immediately sanitizes the area and significantly reduces inflammation, drastically cutting down your recovery time. You will experience far less post-operative discomfort.
- Support for Airway Health & Myofunctional Therapy: For our patients focusing on airway management and orofacial myofunctional therapy, the Solea laser provides a quick, comfortable way to perform frenectomies (releasing restrictive tongue-ties or lip-ties). This gentle release is crucial for improving breathing, tongue posture, and speech without a stressful surgical experience.
- Aesthetic Gum Contouring: If you have a “gummy smile” or uneven gum lines, the laser allows us to precisely and comfortably sculpt your gums to reveal more of your natural teeth and beautifully frame your smile.
- Instant Relief for Cold Sores: If you feel a cold sore or canker sore coming on, a quick pass with the Solea laser may shorten it in its tracks, eliminating the pain instantly and accelerating the healing process.
Whether you are seeking functional improvements for better breathing or looking to enhance the aesthetics of your smile, our laser soft tissue treatments provide a seamless, comfortable path to results.
Content reviewed by Dr. Zubaida Hussain, dentist, and Dr. Sabah Jarullah, family physician, at Westside, West Springs, Calgary SW — last reviewed September 2026. Educational information only; it does not replace an assessment with your provider.
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