LightScalpel

02/20/2026

New literature highlights for clinicians managing oral lichen planus (OLP):

In the Journal of Clinical Medicine on January 29, 2026, Fiegler-Rudol et al published "High-Power Laser Therapy for Oral Lichen Planus: A Systematic Review." Across the included clinical studies, the authors report meaningful improvements in lesion outcomes and patient-reported symptoms with high-power laser approaches, particularly for CO2 laser therapy.

"CO2 lasers demonstrated superior outcomes in lesion resolution and pain relief..."

They also note longer-term follow-up showing durable improvements, as well as randomized comparisons in which CO2 laser groups achieved greater reductions in lesion area and clinical severity scores than corticosteroid-based approaches.

Full text (open access): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12898570/

02/16/2026

02/12/2026

Ilona Furman, DDS, of All Smiles Family Dentistry in Mill Creek, now offers state-of-the-art LightScalpel CO2 laser procedures for patients of all ages. Dr. Furman uses the LightScalpel CO2 laser for tongue- and lip-tie releases (frenectomy) — supporting improved breastfeeding and early feeding — and for a wide range of soft-tissue procedures including operculectomy, gingival recontouring, unerupted tooth exposure, and fibroma/mucocele excision.

LightScalpel CO2 laser benefits for patients include reduced bleeding, less swelling and discomfort, a reduced risk of infection, shorter procedure time, and a smoother recovery. In many cases, procedures are bloodless and require no sutures.
To learn more about Dr. Furman or to schedule an appointment, visit asfamilydentistry.com or call (206) 659-4888. The Bothell-made LightScalpel CO2 laser is the ideal tool for virtually all oral soft-tissue procedures. To learn more about the laser and its benefits, please visit lightscalpel.com/patient-laser-surgery.

01/29/2026

Dr. Gabe Ross and the team at Oak Landing Pediatric Dentistry now offer state-of-the-art LightScalpel CO2 laser tongue- and lip-tie releases (frenectomy) to improve breastfeeding and address early feeding challenges in infants, while also treating older children as needed.

LightScalpel treatment benefits for patients include: reduced bleeding, less swelling and discomfort, shorter procedure time, and a smoother recovery — in most cases, procedures are bloodless.

Oak Landing Pediatric Dentistry in Summerville, SC, encourages breastfeeding immediately after the procedure when appropriate and notes that many infants and older children show immediate functional improvements. They work with lactation consultants, speech-language therapists, and occupational therapists to support each child’s recovery and long-term success.

To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit oaklandingpediatricdentistry.com or call (843) 900-4490.

The American-made LightScalpel CO2 laser is the ideal tool for virtually all oral soft-tissue procedures. To learn more about the laser and its benefits, please visit lightscalpel.com/patient-laser-surgery.

01/28/2026

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01/16/2026

01/14/2026

01/13/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. Ann Bynum, DDS — a 2026 recipient of the Kumar Patel Prize in Laser Surgery.

Dr. Bynum is being recognized for her outstanding contributions to pediatric dental laser surgery education, including tongue-tie release and frenectomy training, and for championing a truly multidisciplinary model of care.

Her story is a reminder that leadership matters: building the right team, supporting colleagues, and mentoring the next generation so more communities can benefit from coordinated care.

Read Dr. Bynum’s full recipient profile here:
americanlaserstudyclub.org/blog/dr-ann-bynum-2026-kumar-patel-prize-recipient

01/13/2026

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01/12/2026

Board-certified pediatric dentist Dr. Austin Rodenberg of ELM Pediatric Dentistry and the Kentucky Tongue Tie Center now offers. He uses state-of-the-art LightScalpel CO2 laser procedures for infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Rodenberg focuses on tongue- and lip-tie releases (frenectomy) to help improve breastfeeding, latch, and early feeding challenges, and also uses the LightScalpel for a wide range of pediatric soft-tissue procedures.

LightScalpel treatment benefits for patients include reduced bleeding, less swelling and discomfort, a lower risk of infection, shorter procedure time, and a smoother recovery. In many cases, procedures are bloodless and require no sutures.

Dr. Rodenberg's interest in treating tongue and lip ties began after his own son experienced feeding complications from an undiagnosed tongue tie, leading him to pursue additional training and to champion an interdisciplinary approach with lactation consultants, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and myofunctional therapists.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment, visit elmpediatricdentistry.com or kytonguetie.com, or call (502) 754-6633. The American-made LightScalpel CO2 laser is an ideal tool for virtually all pediatric soft-tissue procedures.

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01/06/2026

Dr. Mary Wiechart of Wiechart Dental Smile Studio in Spencerville, OH, now offers LightScalpel CO₂ laser tongue- and lip-tie release (frenectomy) for patients of all ages. After proper diagnosis, a LightScalpel frenectomy procedure can be performed with precise control and, in most cases, little to no bleeding.

In addition to frenectomy, Dr. Wiechart uses the LightScalpel CO₂ laser for several other procedures, including fibroma removals, implant uncovering, gingivectomies, and gum tissue recontouring.

To learn more or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wiechart, visit wiechartdental.com or call (419) 812-2220.

The American-made LightScalpel CO₂ laser is FDA-cleared for numerous oral soft-tissue surgical procedures. To learn more about the and its benefits, please visit: www.lightscalpel.com/patient-laser-surgery