Application of Laser in Dentistry – A Literature Review

Abstract

The advent of laser has completely changed the concept of dental treatment and has become one of the most interesting technologies in dental practice. Lasers have been widely employed clinically for soft tissue and hard tissue procedures such as debridement of caries, cysts, tumors, ulcers; cavity preparation, gingivectomy, crown lengthening, frenectomy, pulpotomy, and several other treatments. They claim to aid healing and reduce, pain and inflammation. Lasers are considered an effective tool to enhance efficacy, specificity, ease, and comfort.