OraLase
Non surgical high-level laser therapy utilized to improve lives through enhanced function.
OraLase
Non surgical high-level laser therapy utilized to improve lives through enhanced function.
What is OraLase?
OraLase is a laser assisted procedure developed with the objective of improving health and function while reducing pain and relieving the impact of trauma for patients 2 and older.
OraLase has an additional aspect of improving health by gaining leverage in the healing process by accessing the power of the emotional (limbic) system to enhance the result of treatment. Because of this aspect of care, many people will spontaneously smile during or after treatment and the results are often more profound than a traditional laser treatment.
The primary goals of therapy include pain reduction, inflammation reduction and increased blood flow but there are many powerful secondary benefits including release of trauma and improved ability to process the changes needed to support recovery.
This technique was developed by Dr. Darick Nordstrom with the goal of increasing the quality of life for patients while simplifying treatment plans for the dental teams caring for the complex patient.
OraLase Therapy is delivered with FDA cleared technology and has been utilized for many years without any known adverse effects.
It delivers a very specific form of biologically safe coherent infra-red light through a specially designed handpiece. OraLase Therapy delivers a medical grade dose of healing energy through a thin fiber that transmits the light from the laser to the patient.
OraLase is not to be confused with Low Level Laser Therapy as the two techniques are very different in their approach and delivery.
Welcome to the OraLase Experience
Educational opportunities
Healthcare providers looking to find out more about offering OraLase services for their patients can take courses through The Synergy Academy.
OraLase: Connect
OraLase: Connect
OraLase: Connect
One of the goals of therapy for patients receiving OraLase Therapy is to connect neurologic pathways that have been damaged or diminished as a result of trauma.
OraLase: Restore
OraLase: Connect
OraLase: Connect
Another goal of OraLase Therapy is to restore function that has been impaired as a result of pain and muscular/fascial restrictions.
direct Trigger point/deep Myofascial release
HINSLR
High Intensity Non Surgical Laser Release (HINSLR) is a technique that often accompanies OraLase and involves direct contact with restricted and painful tissues often referred to as muscular trigger points. It can also be utilized to access deeper muscular tissues that can benefit from a deeper and direct approach to tissue release.
Simple and sophisticated.
Laser treatment of the oral region (The Smile Zone)
OraLase involves the utilization of a highly specific application of laser technology in a very controlled delivery to the regions of the head and neck .
The FDA cleared equipment utilized to deliver the Class 4 medical grade laser dosage is delivered in a carefully prescribed protocol.
Carefully Selected Equipment
The equipment, settings and frequencies utilized in OraLase Therapy are unique. OraLase has been developed over many years and with a highly specifically designed delivery. that is then customized to the needs of the patient.
Thoughtfully Developed Approach to Care
There is a reason why OraLase Therapy took many years to develop and is being released to providers in a carefully controlled setting. It is a powerful tool that deserves to be delivered by those who respect its ability to affect their patients in many ways.
Only the providers that show a thorough knowledge of the technologies, techniques and theory behind OraLase will be given authority to use the Oralase name, logo and permission to deliver OraLase Therapy through the The Synergy Academy,LLC.
Patient testimonial
Testimonial on Laser Therapy Technique from Dr. Tenholder's office
During the last year, Dr.. Tenholder successfully fixed an overbite that I have had
for decades. Since then we have been fine tuning my bite to reduce neurological
tension that creates a cross pattern from my right hip to my left shoulder. This
has existed over the last 15-20 years. This tension is likely related to an
appendectomy, a successful L5-S1 spinal fusion, an ulcerative colitis “diagnosis”,
and resulting scar tissue that may be trapping a virus/bacterium in my body. To
treat these issues, I have had physical therapy, chiropractic, visceral manipulation,
cranio sacral therapy, pranic healing, acupuncture, and laser therapy. While all
have been effective and performed by very good practitioners, the neurological
tension continues to return.
On my most recent visit to her office in November 2018, Dr. Tenholder performed
a new laser therapy technique, which had a very compelling impact. While
running the laser across my bottom teeth, a spot near my splenic flexure began to
growl and release tension at a dramatic pace. I could feel the tension release
rapidly from my rib cage through my lower back as if water was going down a
drain. The whole treatment covered other areas of my face and mouth and took
only about 5 minutes. After leaving Dr. Tenholder’s office, I noticed that the
nagging tension in my left shoulder had almost completely diminished. During
the following 6 days, I continued to feel increased flexibility all over my body. This
is remarkable considering only my teeth and face were treated. While I do not
know what the long-term effectiveness will be, I believe this would be a very
effective and efficient method for dealing with my issues.
Frank from Scottsdale, AZ
OraLase is for ages 2 and older
Who can this help?
The possibilities are endless in who can be helped with OraLase.
OraLase has been helpful for people with:
- Acute pain of the head and neck
- Chronic pain of the head and neck
- Patients with neurologic conditions
- Those suffering from anxiety
- Patients with sleep disordered breathing
- Children and and adults with restricted tongue function
- Patients suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder