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Laser applications in endodontics: an update review
1Department of Endodontics, Hamedan University of Medical Sciences, Hamedan, Iran. mohammadi_zahed@yahoo.com
International Dental Journal
|March 28, 2009
Summary
Lasers offer diverse applications in endodontics, from diagnosis to root canal treatments and surgery. This review summarizes their current uses and effects on dental tissues.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Endodontics
- Laser applications in dentistry
Background:
- Developing new endodontic technologies is challenging.
- Laser applications in endodontics emerged in the 1970s.
- Advancements in laser fibers have increased their use.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize laser applications in endodontics.
- To review laser effects on root canal walls and periodontal tissues.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of laser applications in endodontics.
- Discussion of various endodontic procedures using lasers.
Main Results:
- Lasers have potential uses in pulp diagnosis, dentinal hypersensitivity, pulp capping, pulpotomy, root canal sterilization, shaping, obturation, and apicectomy.
- The effects of lasers on root canal walls and periodontal tissues are also reviewed.
Conclusions:
- Lasers present a range of applications in endodontic procedures.
- Further research is needed to fully understand laser effects and optimize their use in endodontics.
