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Adjunctive Diode Laser Therapy and Probiotic Lactobacillus Therapy in the Treatment of Periodontitis and Peri-Implant Disease
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Lasers and soft tissue: periodontal therapy.

S Parker1

  • 1Harrogate, North Yorkshire, UK. thewholetooth@easynet.co.uk

British Dental Journal
|March 27, 2007
PubMed
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Lasers in periodontology offer potential benefits like bacterial control and hemostasis. However, their use remains controversial despite ongoing research and outlined procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Periodontology
  • Laser Dentistry

Background:

  • Periodontology is a dental specialty focused on 'best practice' approaches.
  • Surgical lasers have emerged in dentistry, prompting interest in their adjunctive benefits.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the literature on laser use in periodontology.
  • To outline advocated procedures for laser application in periodontal therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on lasers in periodontology.
  • Analysis of procedures advocated for laser use.

Main Results:

  • Lasers may offer adjunctive benefits in bacterial control and hemostasis.
  • Controversy persists regarding the optimal use of lasers in periodontology.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is needed to resolve controversies surrounding laser use in periodontology.
  • Understanding advocated procedures is crucial for evaluating laser efficacy.

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