Utility of lasers in orthodontics

Abstract

Lasers have increased the treatment efficacy by many folds in the field of dentistry. Incorporating lasers in the orthodontic treatment leads to better patient as well as operator’s comfort. First developed almost a century ago, lasers were instigated in dental practice in 1989. The motive of this review paper is to discuss the utility of dental lasers in the speciality of Orthodontics.