Laser-assisted prevention of enamel caries: a 10-year review of the literature

Al‐Maliky, Mohammed Abbood; Frentzen, Matthias; Meister, Jörg

doi:10.1007/s10103-019-02859-5

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“…According to the United States Public Health Service criteria (USPHS) [ 26 ] and Cvar and Ryge method [ 40 ], Er:YAG therapy and CT are comparable. This is related to Er:YAG ability to increase enamel resistance to demineralization, prevent secondary caries or infiltration by reducing acid dissolution [ 41 , 42 , 43 ], induce physical changes in tooth substrate (melting and recrystallisation) [ 44 ], create a porous and rough surface to provide micro-mechanical bonding for enamel-dental adhesive systems [ 45 ] and achieve a marginal seal in the interface zone of the restoration, reducing the availability of exogenous nutrients for residual microorganisms in the cavities [ 46 ]. The reduced acid solubility of dental enamel after laser irradiation and heating could be related to the expansion of free water causing tooth substrate variations or to carbonate release.…”

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Use of the Er:YAG Laser in Conservative Dentistry: Evaluation of the Microbial Population in Carious Lesions

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The aim of this study is to investigate the Erbium:Yttrio-Aluminum-Granate (Er:YAG) laser photothermal and mechanical effects on cariogenic species concentration and on the microbial load composition of therapeutic cavities, in order to evaluate the possible micro-organisms reduction and make a comparison with manual and rotating conventional therapy (CT). A clinical trial was designed, including adults with active deep carious lesions on permanent teeth who were divided into two groups, i.e., control group and intervention group treated with CT and Er:YAG therapy, respectively. Before and after any conservative treatment, two oral samples were collected using a small sterile microbrush scrubbed within the base of the dentinal cavity tissue. The percentage of reduction and the colony-forming units (CFUs) count after Er:YAG and conventional treatments were compared for total microorganisms, including Candida spp., Streptococcus spp., and Lactobacillus spp. The microbial reduction varied from 90.2% to 100% and was significantly observed for total microorganisms and Streptococcus spp. (p < 0.05). The Er:YAG laser shows the potential for clinical applications, especially with paediatric and complicated patients, thanks to its minimally invasive properties and its effect on the reduction of microbial load.

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Use of the Er:YAG Laser in Conservative Dentistry: Evaluation of the Microbial Population in Carious Lesions

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“…The sample is pure as observed by powder XRD (see Figure S3) and the unit cell parameters were refined to a In order to modify the magnetic or optical properties (e.g. as possible matrix hosting emitters for applications in WLEDS or lasers 40 ) we tried to obtain the pure equivalent LiNd 5 O 5 (VO 4 ) 2 compound. The experiments using common synthesis conditions without pressure systematically failed.…”

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“…With the recent recommendation for early detection and monitoring of caries, rather than waiting until a cavity is formed, the prevention of caries was shifted from the surgical model to a medical model, and the proportion of individuals receiving preventive oral health care has been increasing in recent years [8]. Preventing caries preserves a sound tooth structure, prevents the demineralization of enamel, and promotes natural healing processes [9]. Caries risk assessment contributes to determining the specific protective factors against dental caries and the need for therapeutic intervention.…”

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Microbial Etiology and Prevention of Dental Caries: Exploiting Natural Products to Inhibit Cariogenic Biofilms

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Dental caries is one of the most common microbe-mediated oral diseases in human beings. At present, the accepted etiology of caries is based on a four-factor theory that includes oral microorganisms, oral environment, host, and time. Excessive exposure to dietary carbohydrates leads to the accumulation of acid-producing and acid-resistant microorganisms in the mouth. Dental caries is driven by dysbiosis of the dental biofilm adherent to the enamel surface. Effective preventive methods include inhibiting the cariogenic microorganisms, treatment with an anti-biofilm agent, and sugar intake control. The goal is to reduce the total amount of biofilm or the levels of specific pathogens. Natural products could be recommended for preventing dental caries, since they may possess fewer side effects in comparison with synthetic antimicrobials. Herein, the mechanisms of oral microbial community development and functional specialization are discussed. We highlight the application of widely explored natural products in the last five years for their ability to inhibit cariogenic microorganisms.

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Laser-assisted prevention of enamel caries: a 10-year review of the literature

Cited by 39 publications

References 130 publications

Use of the Er:YAG Laser in Conservative Dentistry: Evaluation of the Microbial Population in Carious Lesions

Use of the Er:YAG Laser in Conservative Dentistry: Evaluation of the Microbial Population in Carious Lesions

High pressure exploration in the Li–Ln–V–O system

Microbial Etiology and Prevention of Dental Caries: Exploiting Natural Products to Inhibit Cariogenic Biofilms

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