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[The CO2 laser in stomatology. Part 2]
Michael M Bornstein1, Valérie G A Suter, Edouard Stauffer
1Klinik für Oralchirurgie und Stomatologie, Zahnmedizinische Kliniken, Universität Bern, Freiburgstrasse 7, 3010 Bern. michael.bornstein@zmk.unibe.ch
Schweizer Monatsschrift Fur Zahnmedizin = Revue Mensuelle Suisse D'Odonto-Stomatologie = Rivista Mensile Svizzera Di Odontologia E Stomatologia
|September 6, 2003
Summary
The carbon dioxide (CO2) laser shows promise for treating various oral lesions, offering effective therapy for conditions like leukoplakia and tumors, but requires cautious application in certain cases.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Oral Medicine
- Laser Therapy
Context:
- The CO2 laser is increasingly explored for therapeutic applications in stomatology.
- Recent literature provides evidence for its efficacy and safety in treating diverse oral mucosal lesions.
Purpose:
- To review and discuss the recent literature on CO2 laser therapy for stomatologic lesions.
- To present clinical outcomes and complications associated with CO2 laser use for specific oral conditions.
Summary:
- The review covers CO2 laser applications for leukoplakia, lichen planus, tumors, reactive changes, aphthous stomatitis, gingival hyperplasia, cysts, herpes lesions, frenum issues, and tongue-tie.
- It details indications where CO2 laser is the preferred treatment and situations demanding caution.
Impact:
- Provides clinicians with evidence-based guidance on CO2 laser use in oral medicine.
- Highlights the therapeutic potential and limitations of CO2 laser for a range of stomatologic conditions.