Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry
The development of laser technology has revolutionized dentistry, offering complementary and alternative approaches to traditional techniques. Lasers have been successfully integrated into various dental procedures, enhancing treatment outcomes and patient care. Several types of lasers can increase...
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| author | Olivia Lili Zhang Iris Xiaoxue Yin Ollie Yiru Yu Kenneth Luk John Yun Niu Chun Hung Chu |
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| description | The development of laser technology has revolutionized dentistry, offering complementary and alternative approaches to traditional techniques. Lasers have been successfully integrated into various dental procedures, enhancing treatment outcomes and patient care. Several types of lasers can increase the acid resistance of enamel, thus preventing caries. Laser fluorescence has been utilized for the pre-operative diagnosis of dental caries, enabling early detection and effective treatment planning. The therapeutic application of lasers in caries treatment aligns with the contemporary philosophy of minimally invasive procedures. Clinicians can use laser Doppler flowmetry as a supplementary tool for pulp vitality testing by detecting pulpal blood flow. Lasers are also employed in various pulp-related interventions, such as managing dentine hypersensitivity and performing root canal therapy. These procedures benefit from the precision and reduced invasiveness provided by laser technology. Furthermore, laser fluorescence serves as an additional tool for subgingival calculus detection. High-power and low-power lasers are used in both nonsurgical and surgical therapies to treat periodontal and peri-implant diseases, oral mucosa conditions, and even cancer based on their specific properties. Lasers are also utilized to accelerate bone regeneration, promote adhesive strength, and remove ceramic brackets. In summary, laser technology has significantly impacted contemporary dentistry by facilitating early diagnosis, minimally invasive treatments, and precise operative procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes and expanding the scope of dental practice. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-5ec1108345fa4dd4b798f86dfdb99b432025-01-24T13:28:42ZengMDPI AGDentistry Journal2304-67672025-01-011313710.3390/dj13010037Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in DentistryOlivia Lili Zhang0Iris Xiaoxue Yin1Ollie Yiru Yu2Kenneth Luk3John Yun Niu4Chun Hung Chu5Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaFaculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaFaculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaFaculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaFaculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaFaculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, ChinaThe development of laser technology has revolutionized dentistry, offering complementary and alternative approaches to traditional techniques. Lasers have been successfully integrated into various dental procedures, enhancing treatment outcomes and patient care. Several types of lasers can increase the acid resistance of enamel, thus preventing caries. Laser fluorescence has been utilized for the pre-operative diagnosis of dental caries, enabling early detection and effective treatment planning. The therapeutic application of lasers in caries treatment aligns with the contemporary philosophy of minimally invasive procedures. Clinicians can use laser Doppler flowmetry as a supplementary tool for pulp vitality testing by detecting pulpal blood flow. Lasers are also employed in various pulp-related interventions, such as managing dentine hypersensitivity and performing root canal therapy. These procedures benefit from the precision and reduced invasiveness provided by laser technology. Furthermore, laser fluorescence serves as an additional tool for subgingival calculus detection. High-power and low-power lasers are used in both nonsurgical and surgical therapies to treat periodontal and peri-implant diseases, oral mucosa conditions, and even cancer based on their specific properties. Lasers are also utilized to accelerate bone regeneration, promote adhesive strength, and remove ceramic brackets. In summary, laser technology has significantly impacted contemporary dentistry by facilitating early diagnosis, minimally invasive treatments, and precise operative procedures, ultimately improving patient outcomes and expanding the scope of dental practice.https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6767/13/1/37laserdentistrycarieslaser fluorescencephotobiomodulation therapyphotodynamic therapy |
| spellingShingle | Olivia Lili Zhang Iris Xiaoxue Yin Ollie Yiru Yu Kenneth Luk John Yun Niu Chun Hung Chu Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry Dentistry Journal laser dentistry caries laser fluorescence photobiomodulation therapy photodynamic therapy |
| title | Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry |
| title_full | Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry |
| title_fullStr | Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry |
| title_full_unstemmed | Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry |
| title_short | Advanced Lasers and Their Applications in Dentistry |
| title_sort | advanced lasers and their applications in dentistry |
| topic | laser dentistry caries laser fluorescence photobiomodulation therapy photodynamic therapy |
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