Osseo-integration dental implants have become a routinely recommended procedure in the clinical practice of dentistry1-4, and have been utilized as a successful treatment modality for over three decades with a reported success rate of greater than 90%5-7,8. The predictability and success of dental implants have secured their place as a standard treatment modality.
A clinical case study will demonstrate the use of the Er:YAG laser in the world of implantology. This technique using the Er:YAG laser presents several advantages vs. conventional treatment methods, and there are minimal post-operative complications coupled with a high rate of success.
Er:YAG is one of the most suitable wavelengths for bone applications. The 2940nm wavelength is highly absorbed in the water component of dental tissue, and provides efficient ablation without the risk of significant thermal damage14. This article will discuss the utilization of the LiteTouch laser (Syneron Medical Ltd.) for implantology.
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Carmen D. M. Todea
