Laser Applications in Conservative Dentistry

Laser equipment represents surely one of the most captivating technologies in the practice of dental medicine. Throughout the last two decades, numerous scientific publications have emerged in literature, concerning laser equipments and their applications in the field of dental medicine. Presently, in accordance with their specific wavelength, laser equipments are available on a large scale. The material reviews the most common, most current newly-emerged applications of laser in dental medicine. The indications of laser therapy are presented – on soft as well as hard tissues. Although laser cannot fully replace all the conventional techniques of dental medicine, the progress is obvious, and laser is expected to become an essential component of conservatory dental medicine.

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Carmen D. M. Todea