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Lasers in endodontics: a review.

Y Kimura1, P Wilder-Smith, K Matsumoto

  • 1Department of Endodontics, Showa University School of Dentistry, 2-1-1 Kitasenzoku, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 145-8515, Japan. yukimura@senzoku.showa-u.ac.jp

International Endodontic Journal
|April 20, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Lasers offer promising advancements in endodontics, potentially improving treatments for various dental issues compared to conventional methods. Research explores their use in diagnosis, root canal procedures, and tissue effects, with future innovations on the horizon.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental science
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Laser technology applications

Background:

  • The advent of the ruby laser in 1960 and its endodontic application in 1971 marked the beginning of laser research in this field.
  • Numerous studies have since explored the potential of lasers for various endodontic procedures.
  • A critical evaluation of laser efficacy versus conventional treatments, considering time and cost, is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive summary of laser applications in endodontics.
  • To review the effects of lasers on root canal walls and surrounding periodontal tissues.
  • To assess the comparative benefits of laser treatments against traditional endodontic care.

Main Methods:

  • Review of published literature on laser applications in endodontics since the early 1970s.

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  • Synthesis of research findings from the past decade.
  • Analysis of potential future developments and emerging laser technologies.

    • Main Results:

    • Lasers are being investigated for pulp diagnosis, dentinal hypersensitivity, pulp capping, pulpotomy, root canal sterilization, shaping, obturation, and apicectomy.
    • Research indicates varied effects of lasers on root canal morphology and periodontal tissues.
    • The essential question remains whether lasers offer equal or superior outcomes to conventional endodontic treatments.

    Conclusions:

    • Lasers show significant potential in revolutionizing endodontic procedures, offering new therapeutic possibilities.
    • Ongoing research and the development of new laser wavelengths and modes are driving interest in this promising field.
    • Further investigation into treatment duration and cost-benefit analyses is needed to fully integrate lasers into routine endodontic practice.