Laser Fundamental Principles

Romanos, Georgios E.

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“…Miaman [ 1 ] pioneered the application of lasers in dentistry in 1960, and, up until now, their applications have continued to expand. Based on the active medium, several types of lasers are available: (1) gas lasers, such as carbon dioxide (CO 2 ); (2) solid-state lasers, such as neodymium yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG), the erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser (Er:YAG); (3) liquid (dye) lasers, such as Rhodamine G6 (containing liquid colorant as the medium); (4) semiconductor lasers, such as GaAs or GaAIAs lasers, having a semiconductor as the medium, also known as Diode lasers and (5) ‘free-electron’ lasers, which use an electron accelerator, but are not available for dental applications [ 1 ]. Diode lasers, also known as soft lasers, are considered in low-level laser therapy or ‘bio-stimulation’ [ 1 , 2 ].…”

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“…Based on the active medium, several types of lasers are available: (1) gas lasers, such as carbon dioxide (CO 2 ); (2) solid-state lasers, such as neodymium yttrium aluminum garnet (Nd:YAG), the erbium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser (Er:YAG); (3) liquid (dye) lasers, such as Rhodamine G6 (containing liquid colorant as the medium); (4) semiconductor lasers, such as GaAs or GaAIAs lasers, having a semiconductor as the medium, also known as Diode lasers and (5) ‘free-electron’ lasers, which use an electron accelerator, but are not available for dental applications [ 1 ]. Diode lasers, also known as soft lasers, are considered in low-level laser therapy or ‘bio-stimulation’ [ 1 , 2 ]. Lasers can be used to perform a variety of dental treatments, including frenectomies, crown shaping, composite polymerization, and control of hemorrhaging, caries detection and removal, pain and hypersensitivity treatments, gingivectomy, gingivoplasty, and soft-tissue lesions’ treatment [ 3 ].…”

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The Use of Laser Energy for Etching Enamel Surfaces in Dentistry—A Scoping Review

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Background: In dental practice, different situations require etching the enamel layer. Acid etching, the present golden standard, may be replaced by other methods, such as laser etching. The main focus of our scoping review is to assess the existent literature regarding the effectiveness of different types of lasers, to identify the main aspects studied so far, and to understand where new search strategies are needed. Methods: The search was conducted in several databases focusing on the laser etching of human definitive enamel. We included English language articles published between January 2000 and December 2021. Results: The 34 articles reviewed showed that hard lasers, Er:YAG, Er,Cr:YAG, may represent an alternative etching method on enamel surfaces. They create a fractured, irregular surface and open dentin tubules, highly suitable for adhesion but with a lower risk of cavity formation. Nd:YAG, CO2, and Diode lasers do not help in creating sufficient shear bond strength. There is, however, evidence suggesting that microcracks in the enamel layer may appear after thermomechanical ablation using laser energy. Conclusions: While the use of acid etching is still successfully used for enamel conditioning, some researchers have emphasized the role played by saliva in the enamel-remineralization process a few days after the procedure. In this context, laser energy can be used, especially for bonding ceramic brackets in the case of orthodontic treatments. However, as thermomechanical ablation can generate microcracks, further research is required in order to establish clear findings concerning the use of laser energy on enamel etching.

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The Use of Laser Energy for Etching Enamel Surfaces in Dentistry—A Scoping Review

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Prednisolone Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Rare Case Report

Prabhudev Pillutla,

Kumar Pavuluri,

Joseph Kishore

et al. 2024

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Drug-induced gingival overgrowth occurs commonly as an adverse effect of using drugs like calcium channel blockers, immunosuppressants, and anti-epileptics. Usually, in immunosuppressants, cyclosporin is the most common cause of gingival overgrowth. But this case report illustrates a rare gingival overgrowth caused by prednisolone which may be the first of its kind. Gingival overgrowth can be treated with multiplicity of therapeutic options like Gingivoplasty and/or Gingivectomy by using a scalpel, or electrocautery. Other contemporary therapeutic options like lasers, and cryosurgery gained prominence lately due to lesser post-operative complications. Amid various novel approaches, lasers demonstrated better healing and enhanced aesthetic outcomes making lasers an ideal treatment option for gingivoplasty/gingivectomy in gingival hyperplasia cases.

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Prednisolone Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Rare Case Report

Prabhudev Pillutla,

Kumar Pavuluri,

Joseph Kishore

et al. 2024

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Drug-induced gingival overgrowth occurs commonly as an adverse effect of using drugs like calcium channel blockers, immunosuppressants, and anti-epileptics. Usually, in immunosuppressants, cyclosporin is the most common cause of gingival overgrowth. But this case report illustrates a rare gingival overgrowth caused by prednisolone which may be the first of its kind. Gingival overgrowth can be treated with multiplicity of therapeutic options like gingivoplasty and/or gingivectomy by using a scalpel, or electrocautery. Other contemporary therapeutic options like lasers, and cryosurgery gained prominence lately due to lesser post-operative complications. Amid various novel approaches, lasers demonstrated better healing and enhanced aesthetic outcomes making lasers an ideal treatment option for gingivoplasty/gingivectomy in gingival hyperplasia cases.

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Laser Fundamental Principles

Cited by 3 publications

References 92 publications

The Use of Laser Energy for Etching Enamel Surfaces in Dentistry—A Scoping Review

The Use of Laser Energy for Etching Enamel Surfaces in Dentistry—A Scoping Review

Prednisolone Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Rare Case Report

Prednisolone Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Rare Case Report

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