Lasers in Restorative Dentistry by Giovanni Olivi

It has become clear from a review of the literature that specific laser applications in paediatric dentistry have gained increasing importance. This will further lead to a new wave of micro- dentistry based on 'filling without drilling'. Lasers provide a refined diagnosis of caries combined with the appropriate preventive adhesive dentistry after cavity preparation.

Although there is a lack of sufficient evidence taking into account the highest standards for evidence-based dentistry, it is clear that laser application in a number of different aetiologies for soft tissue surgery in children has proven to be successful. Attention was paid to soft tissue surgery, caries prevention and diagnosis, cavity preparation, comfort of the patient, effect on bacteria, long term pulpal vitality, endodontics in primary teeth, dental traumatology and low level laser therapy. A brief review of the available laser literature was performed within the scope of paediatric dentistry. The aim of this introduction to this special laser issue is to describe some basic laser physics and to delineate the potential of laser-assisted dentistry in children. Laser physics and a review of laser applications in dentistry for children. This article discusses how lasers work and their application in the various specialties within dentistry. Lasers are used for soft and hard tissue procedures in the treatment of pathologic conditions and for esthetic procedures. Lasers are used in all aspects of dentistry, including operative, periodontal, endodontic, orthodontic, and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Lasers are providing more efficient, more comfortable, and more predictable outcomes for patients. One technological advance is the use of lasers in dentistry. Technology helps to decrease treatment time and makes the treatment more comfortable for the patient.

Green, James Weiss, Adam Stern, AvichaiĪdvances in technology are changing the ways that patients experience dental treatment. Lasers and radiofrequency devices in dentistry.

Lasers in Restorative Dentistry by Giovanni Olivi