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Electrosurgery in restorative Dentistry: 2. Clinical applications
1Department of Conservative Dentistry, King's College School of Medicine and Dentistry, London.
Dental Update
|November 1, 1992
Summary
This article details the clinical applications of electrosurgery in dentistry. It builds upon the theoretical principles discussed previously, focusing on practical uses for soft tissue management.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Surgical Technology
Background:
- Electrosurgery has been utilized in dental soft tissue management for approximately 60 years.
- Significant advancements in understanding and equipment occurred in the late 1960s.
- The first part of this series covered the theoretical underpinnings of electrosurgery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss the clinical applications of electrosurgery in dentistry.
- To provide practical insights following the theoretical explanation in Part 1.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical applications based on established electrosurgical principles.
- Discussion of practical techniques for soft tissue management.
Main Results:
- Detailed explanation of various clinical uses for electrosurgery in dental procedures.
- Guidance on effective application for optimal soft tissue management.
Conclusions:
- Electrosurgery offers valuable clinical applications for dental soft tissue management.
- Understanding the practical uses is essential for effective implementation in dental practice.