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Restorative dentistry for children using a hard tissue laser.
1Mount Sinai Hospital, New York City, NY, USA.
The Alpha Omegan
|January 9, 2009
Summary
Hard tissue lasers, specifically erbium lasers (Er,Cr:YSGG and Er:YAG), offer selective removal of decayed tooth material due to water absorption. These dental lasers also provide a degree of anesthesia during restorative procedures.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Biomedical Engineering
- Laser Technology
Background:
- Hard tissue lasers are increasingly utilized in restorative dentistry.
- Erbium lasers (Er,Cr:YSGG and Er:YAG) exhibit high absorption in water and tooth mineral.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the application of hard tissue lasers in various restorative dental procedures.
- To highlight the selectivity and potential anesthetic properties of these lasers.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing Er,Cr:YSGG laser (2780-nm) in clinical restorative procedures.
- Demonstrating laser application through clinical photographs.
Main Results:
- The laser's water absorption allows for selective removal of carious (diseased) tooth structure.
- Carious lesions, with higher water content, are targeted effectively.
- The laser application demonstrated potential for providing anesthesia during treatment.
Conclusions:
- Er,Cr:YSGG and Er:YAG lasers are effective tools for restorative dentistry.
- The water absorption property enables precise removal of decayed tissue.
- Lasers offer a minimally invasive approach with potential anesthetic benefits in dental restorative procedures.
