Evolution and advancement of lasers in dentistry - A literature review

Rajan, Julie Susan; Muhammad, Umbreen Noor

doi:10.4103/ijohs.ijohs_2_21

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“…They should have a sound knowledge of different laser types, appropriate parameters for use, and safety protocols. The learning curve can be steep at times, requiring time and dedication [ 1 ].…”

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An Update on the Use of Lasers in Prosthodontics

Binrayes

2024

Cureus

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Lasers are employed in all fields of modern dentistry nowadays, including both surgical and non-surgical dental procedures. Prosthodontics, a branch of dentistry, has also embraced lasers as an invaluable addition to conventional methodologies. This helps improve the standard of care for patients and dentists due to its precise excision, quick healing, and enhanced tissue response after surgeries. In prosthodontics, the most commonly used lasers are carbon dioxide, argon, and yttrium-aluminum-garnet (YAG) lasers. Many reviews have been published in the literature regarding the use of lasers in dentistry; however, reviews on the use of lasers in the field of prosthodontics are limited. This review aims to explain the diverse applications and advancements of lasers in prosthodontics. Furthermore, it will highlight the integration of lasers in diagnostic protocols, treatment modalities, and the fabrication of prosthetic restorations.

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“…Lasers are employed in all fields of modern dentistry, including conservative dentistry, endodontics, periodontology, implantology, oral surgery, and other dental procedures [ 1 ]. Prosthodontics, one of the main branches of dentistry, has embraced lasers as an invaluable addition to conventional methodologies.…”

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An Update on the Use of Lasers in Prosthodontics

Binrayes

2024

Cureus

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“…They do not require much additional technology and connect easily to optical fibers, which makes diode laser suitable for medical application. 11,[14][15][16] The erbium, chromium:yttrium scandium-gallium-garnet (Er, Cr:YSGG) 2780nm wavelength lasers belong to the Er-L family. In general practice, they are used on soft tissue lesions, tooth structure, and bone, as Er, Cr:YSGG is well-absorbed by hydroxyapatite, water, and collagen.…”

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Histological evaluation of the surgical margins of oral soft tissue incisions using a dual-wavelength diode laser and an Er, Cr:YSGG laser; an ex vivo study

Al-ANI,

TAHER,

ALALAWI

2024

J. Appl. Oral Sci.

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Histological evaluation of the surgical margins of oral soft tissue incisions using a dual-wavelength diode laser and an Er, Cr:YSGG laser; an ex vivo study Oral soft tissue lesions require a precise diagnosis by oral biopsy with the ability to recognize these lesions within histopathological levels, so the instrument used for the incisions should be safe and cause little to no harm to the surrounding tissue. Objective: This study compared a dual-wavelength diode laser and an Er, Cr:YSGG laser in oral soft tissue incisions to determine the most effective and safest laser system at the histopathological level.Methodology: The (810 and 980 nm) dual-wavelength diode laser was used at 1.5 W and 2.5 W (CW) power settings, and the (2780 nm) Er, Cr:YSGG laser was used at 2.5 W and 3.5 W (PW) power settings. Both laser systems were used to incise the tissues of freshly dissected sheep tongue pieces to obtain the following histopathological criteria: epithelial tissue changes, connective tissue changes, and lateral thermal damage extent by optical microscopy.Results: The epithelial and connective tissue damage scores were significantly higher in the dual-wavelength diode laser groups than in the Er, Cr:YSGG laser groups (P<0.001), and there was a significant difference between some groups. The extent of lateral thermal damage was also significantly higher in the diode laser groups than in the Er, Cr: YSGG laser groups (P<0.001), and there was a significant difference between groups. Group 2 (2.5 W) of the diode laser was the highest for all three criteria, while group 3 (2.5 W) of the Er, Cr:YSGG laser was the lowest. Conclusion: The Er, Cr:YSGG laser with an output power of 2.5 W is, histologically, the most effective and safest laser for oral soft tissue incision. The dual-wavelength diode laser causes more damage than the Er, Cr:YSGG laser, but it can be used with a low output power and 1 mm safety distance in excisional biopsy.

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“…Esta técnica quirúrgica consiste en la remoción del tejido que une la lengua con el piso de la boca 11 . Este procedimiento era convencionalmente realizado con escalpelo, hasta que fueron introducidos el electrocauterizador y, más tarde, el láser como instrumentos para su realización, la cual tiene el fin de devolver la funcionalidad del área afectada mediante la extirpación de dicho repliegue anatómico, a partir del empleo de instrumentación manual o láser 12 , 13 .…”

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Frenectomía lingual con láser ND:YAG. Reporte de caso

Perfetti

Melet

Páez

2023

Rev Cient Odontol (Lima)

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La anquiloglosia es considerada una anomalía congenita cuyo tratamiento indicado es la frenectomía, esta técnica quirurgica consiste en la remoción del tejído que une la lengua con el piso de la boca. Esta técnica permite al paciente una mejoría considerable a las limitaciones causadas por dicha anomalía como lo son dificultades en la succión, pronunciación, masticación y dificultad para tocar el labio inferior con la punta de la lengua. En la actualidad el uso de la tecnología láser y sus beneficios en la odontología moderna, permite la realización de procedimientos quirúrgicos libres de sangrado, con muy poco dolor e inflamación de los tejidos y con un tiempo de recuperación mucho menor a los necesarios con técnicas convensionales. En el presente caso clínico, se presenta una paciente de 12 años de edad con una anquilosis severa, por lo que se le indicó frenectomía lingual. Para ello se utilizó un láser Nd:YAG de contacto, logrando una intervención quierúrgica conmuy poco dolor, libre de sangrado y sin necesidad del uso de sutura.

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Evolution and advancement of lasers in dentistry - A literature review

Cited by 9 publications

References 38 publications

An Update on the Use of Lasers in Prosthodontics

An Update on the Use of Lasers in Prosthodontics

Histological evaluation of the surgical margins of oral soft tissue incisions using a dual-wavelength diode laser and an Er, Cr:YSGG laser; an ex vivo study

Frenectomía lingual con láser ND:YAG. Reporte de caso

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