Laser - An Innovative Tool in Periodontal Therapy - A Review Paper

Authors

  • G V Thomas Department of Periodontics, Pushpagiri College of Dental Sciences, Perumthuruthy, Thiruvalla
  • A K George Department of Periodontics, Pushpagiri College of Dental Sciences, Perumthuruthy, Thiruvalla
  • S John Department of Periodontics, Pushpagiri College of Dental Sciences, Perumthuruthy, Thiruvalla, India.
  • S M Prakash Department of Periodontics, Pushpagiri College of Dental Sciences, Perumthuruthy, Thiruvalla,

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22452/adum.vol21no2.3

Keywords:

Haemostasis, laser, non-surgical periodontal therapy, periodontics

Abstract

Dentistry has entered an exciting era of technological advancements. The advent of newer modalities of treatment like the use of laser radiation has heralded a change in the field of Periodontics since its development and subsequent applications for dental hard and soft tissue procedures. Extensive research has been done on the possible benefits of lasers derived from the adjunctive effects of bacterial control and haemostasis associated with its use. This review attempts to explore the current status of laser applications in the treatment of periodontal diseases and the emerging concepts in the utilization of laser energy. The limitations of lasers in periodontal therapy are also briefly discussed.

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Published

2014-12-31

Issue

Vol. 21 No. 2 (2014)

Section

Review Article

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